Birmingham £200 cost of living payments arrive in January
Birmingham households are urged to check bank accounts for £200 hardship grants from the council's fund. Applications are open until March. Find out if you're eligible.
Birmingham households are urged to check bank accounts for £200 hardship grants from the council's fund. Applications are open until March. Find out if you're eligible.
The UK government has expanded its Electric Car Grant, making 45 models eligible for discounts up to £3,750. Discover the full list and how it boosts EV adoption.
Staffordshire households earning under £36,000 could qualify for free heating upgrades worth up to £30,000 this winter under the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme. Apply now to improve your home's energy efficiency.
Hair experts warn that using straighteners on damp hair boils water inside the shaft, causing permanent structural damage known as 'bubble hair'. Discover the risks and how to protect your locks.
DIY experts reveal how adding secondary acrylic glazing can dramatically cut heat loss and reduce heating costs this winter. Discover the affordable, quick-fix solution.
The UK's competition watchdog warns petrol and diesel margins remain historically high, rejecting retailer claims. Find out how this impacts your wallet and what's being done.
The UK's competition watchdog says drivers are likely overpaying for fuel due to high retailer margins. A new 'fuel finder' scheme aims to boost transparency and competition.
Kia confirms its EV4 and PV5 models are now eligible for the UK's £1.9bn Electric Car Grant, slashing prices by £1,500. Find out how this milestone boosts EV affordability.
A council-backed group-buying scheme, Switch Together, is helping UK households save an average of £237 annually on energy bills by securing better deals on green upgrades like solar panels and heat pumps.
Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford receives a £100,000 Army Benevolent Fund grant to enhance dementia care, activities, and quality of life for its elderly veteran residents.
Dudley Council's leader insists he has 'nothing to hide' as a report into a collapsed £1.65m land sale is delayed for nearly a year. Read the latest on the audit committee's concerns.
Grant Store experts warn turning heating on and off wastes energy. Maintain a steady temperature for efficiency and lower bills this winter.
Nissan's Sunderland plant boss Adam Pennick hails Government measures for EVs but calls for the Industrial Strategy to be turned into real action. Business Minister Chris McDonald outlines new support.
Households in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole can apply for a £150 grant voucher from today. The Household Support Fund is open to those not on benefits. Apply by 30 January.
Grimsargh St Michael’s C of E Primary School receives a £25,000 parish council grant to kickstart a £100,000 playground transformation, aiming for a more inclusive, nature-rich space for local children.
Low-income households can apply for emergency payments of up to £200 via the Household Support Fund. Apply now to your local council for help with food and energy bills.
Low-income households can apply for emergency cost-of-living payments from councils. Grants of up to £200 can help with food and energy bills. Apply now for pre-Christmas support.
Norton Group Holdings, parent of The Range, leads Devon's 150 largest private firms. The list reveals £7.7bn turnover and 48,000 jobs. Discover the county's economic powerhouses.
Residents in Walsall tower blocks see energy bills quadruple after a new heat network system leaves them unable to switch providers or access Ofgem price caps.
RAC data reveals a sharp rise in UK fuel prices, pushing the cost of filling a family petrol car to over £75. Diesel prices also climb to an August 2024 high. Discover the full impact.
Millions more electric vehicle drivers can save £3,750 as Labour adds four new models to the Electric Car Grant scheme, backed by £1.3bn in Autumn Budget funding. See the full list.
Drivers in England can now save £3,750 on four new electric models, including the MINI Countryman and Renault 5. The grant scheme now supports 40 vehicles.
Greenwich Council launches new Household Support Grant with £250 payments for vulnerable residents this Christmas. Find out if you qualify for the financial support.
Dudley Council faces a £56m SEND funding black hole despite a national budget change. Discover the local crisis and what the future holds for special needs provision.
Dudley Council awaits answers on a £56m SEND funding deficit despite a new national policy. The financial 'bomb' could still push the authority towards effective bankruptcy. Read the latest.
West Midlands Police spent an estimated £2 million on policing the Aston Villa vs Maccabi Tel Aviv match. The PCC is now demanding a government refund. Discover the full story.
Hamilton House residents see energy costs soar from 4p/kWh to 17.67p/kWh as councillor slams housing provider over 'take it or leave it' pricing. Read the full investigation.
ScottishPower launches a winter bundle: switch to a Panasonic heat pump for a £1,000 discount and a £300 energy bill credit. Cut bills and carbon emissions.
UK's EV network expands with a charger installed every 33 minutes. Over 15,979 new chargepoints added since October 2024. Discover how drivers benefit from grants and rapid charging.
Octopus Energy backs Martin Lewis's simple '4pm rule' for closing curtains, which can reduce heat loss by up to 17% during the UK's cold snap. Start saving today!