Community
Labour urged to impose lifetime driving bans for repeat offenders
Labour is being urged to consider lifetime driving bans for drink and drug drivers who kill. A legal expert argues for a new 'presumption' of bans to prevent tragedies.
Business
Greggs Closes 56 Stores: 'Always Packed' Strand Branch Shuts Near King's College London
Greggs has permanently closed its busy Strand branch near King's College London, part of 56 store closures since 2025. Students lament the loss of a cheap, convenient bite.
Culture
Blackpool Tower Ballroom's Annual Clean: Chandeliers Lowered for Sparkling Makeover
The iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom, famed for Strictly Come Dancing, has had its annual deep clean. See how the historic venue, opened in 1899, is maintained for thousands of visitors.
Politics
Tory Councillors Shame Own Party Over 'Disgraceful' Deselection of 50-Year Veteran
Walsall Conservative councillors publicly condemn their own party's decision to deselect a colleague with 50 years of service. Read the full story of the local election selection row.
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.