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Man, 41, jailed for Christmas after reverse ramming a police car in Walsall

Walsall man jailed for Christmas after dangerous driving on Wednesday (December 17)

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Supporting image for story: 'This is fantastic news!': Thousands cheer as Wolverhampton University School of Art building is granted Grade II-listing
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