Community
New Concorde 50p Coin Launches, Costing UK Households £15
The Royal Mint releases a commemorative 50p coin honouring Concorde from 13 January 2026, priced from £15. A tribute to British engineering and supersonic travel.
Business
Guinness Pint Price to Rise 5.2% from April as Diageo Hikes Costs
The wholesale price of a pint of Guinness is set to increase by 5.2% from April 1. Diageo, which also makes Smirnoff, blames rising business costs. Read the full details.
Culture
Violinist Nathan Amaral Opens Harrogate Sunday Series on Jan 18
Award-winning Brazilian violinist Nathan Amaral performs with pianist Kasparas Mikužis in Harrogate on January 18. The concert launches the 60th anniversary season of Harrogate International Festivals.
Politics
Plymouth Council Faces £17m Budget Gap, Seeks £25.7m Extra Funding
Plymouth City Council is petitioning the Government for £25.7m in extra funding to cover soaring social care costs, as it faces a £17m budget shortfall. Read the full story.
Sport
Health
£200 Cost of Living Payments for Disability Benefits
Portsmouth Council offers £150-£200 payments to low-income households struggling with bills. Check eligibility for DWP Household Support Fund before the January 2026 deadline.
UK Flood Alert: 26 Areas Told to Prepare Emergency Kit
The Met Office warns heavy rain could cause surface water flooding in 26 UK regions. Households are urged to prepare an emergency kit with torches, batteries, and power packs before Thursday.
Midlands Flood Alert: Yellow Warning for Heavy Rain
The Met Office warns of flooding risk across Herefordshire and Worcestershire from Thursday, January 15. Check your flood risk and prepare an emergency kit now.
Baby's Collapsed Lung Missed 15 Times by Doctors
A Staffordshire baby, Isla-Rae Burton, needs major surgery after doctors dismissed her symptoms 15 times. Her parents are now providing round-the-clock care. Read the full story.
26cm Snow Blizzard to Hit 11 English Counties This Week
A major snow blast is forecast to sweep across the UK on January 15-16, with up to 26cm predicted for Scotland and 11 English counties on alert. Get the latest weather maps and travel warnings.