Video news bulletin: Birmingham Airport halts fast track security & other updates

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By Richard Gullick
Published 6th May 2022, 15:58 BST
Updated 6th May 2022, 16:08 BST

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Fast-track service suspended at Birmingham Airport

Birmingham Airport has suspended fast-track security bookings due to the service being fully subscribed for the foreseeable future. The airport has seen an increase in demand over recent weeks following major changes made to Covid rules by the UK Government.

Passengers wait in long queues at Birmingham Airport on Friday (29 April) morningPassengers wait in long queues at Birmingham Airport on Friday (29 April) morning
Passengers wait in long queues at Birmingham Airport on Friday (29 April) morning

Moseley man found guilty of Wolverhampton murder

A man from Moseley has been found guilty of killing Martin Latham, who was stabbed to death in Heath Town, Wolverhampton. The two men were arguing in an Asda car park before Brian Willington pulled out a knife and stabbed Latham multiple times in the chest. He is set to be sentenced next week.

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Brian Willington killed Martin

White Swan in Digbeth up for sale

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The White Swan in Digbeth is being put up for sale after being redecorated by real campaigners. The grade II-listed pub, built between 1899 and 1900, stands out in the city’s Irish quarter thanks to its red exterior brickwork. The pub was also used in some scenes for the ITV drama DI Ray.

White Swan, DigbethWhite Swan, Digbeth
White Swan, Digbeth

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