FIREFIGHTERS in Kidderminster removed a wedding ring from a man on Saturday afternoon who was having to go to hospital for a scan.

A fire service spokesman said the man had not taken his wedding off for more than 30 years and had been told he could not have the scan with it on.

"He had worn it for so long he couldn't get it off so he came to us to remove it for him. He came to the station because we have the equipment here to do it safely.

"He should be able to get it repaired after his scan so he can wear it again."