Final 48-hour warning on Covid loan repayments
Businesses have just 48 hours to repay wrongly-claimed Covid support via the Voluntary Repayment Scheme or face enforcement. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urges firms to 'put it right'.
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West Midlands Railway New Year's Eve 2025 travel changes
Plan your New Year's Eve with our guide to West Midlands Railway's early shutdowns, engineering works, and replacement bus services from Dec 27. Check last train times now.
New KitKat Chunky Flavour Rumoured for 2026 UK Release
Nestlé hints at new confectionery products as social media buzz suggests a caramel-flavoured KitKat Chunky could hit UK shelves as early as February 2026.
Toolstream in administration, 111 jobs axed
Major UK DIY distributor Toolstream has collapsed into administration, blaming post-COVID supply issues. 111 jobs have been cut as administrators seek buyers. Read the full story.
DWP worker jailed for £50k Universal Credit fraud
A DWP executive officer exploited Covid rules to approve £50,000 in fake Universal Credit claims. Rafiq Master has been sentenced to 32 months in prison. Read the full story.
Government spends over £100m on Covid inquiry response
Official data reveals the UK Government has spent more than £100m supporting its response to the Covid-19 public inquiry, on top of the inquiry's own £192m budget. Discover the breakdown of legal and staffing costs.
New UKHSA advice urges masks for households this winter
The UK Health Security Agency issues a winter checklist to curb flu and Covid spread. Advice includes wearing a mask at home, hand washing, and opening windows. Learn the key symptoms.
GP's guide to telling Covid, cold and flu apart
A GP explains the crucial symptom differences between common cold, Covid-19 and influenza. Learn to identify each illness and when to seek medical advice.
UK Covid symptoms shift as new variants spread
Health experts warn all UK households of changing Covid symptoms ahead of Christmas. Learn the new signs and when to wear face masks to protect vulnerable groups.
Johnson dismisses Covid inquiry findings on 23,000 deaths
Former PM Boris Johnson condemns Covid-19 inquiry report that found government failures cost 23,000 lives. Read the full analysis of his response and the inquiry's damning findings.
Matt Hancock's £5m Fortune After Covid Scandal
Disgraced former Health Secretary Matt Hancock has built a £5 million fortune through reality TV and business ventures since the Covid scandal that ended his political career.
Long Covid cause found: 20x more microclots
Groundbreaking UK study reveals long Covid is linked to persistent microclots, disrupting blood flow. Discover the science and new NHS winter mask guidance.
Nando's Opening 14 New UK Restaurants in Expansion
Nando's confirms 14 new UK locations after revenue hit £1.48bn. Get the full list of new restaurants opening near you and the business story behind the expansion.
Wingstop's First Sheffield Site Opens at Meadowhall
Wingstop launches its first Sheffield restaurant in Meadowhall's Oasis Dining Quarter, offering bold flavours to thousands of Yorkshire customers. Discover the new menu today!
Weekly Horoscope: Major Cosmic Changes Ahead
Discover your weekly horoscope with Mercury retrograde and a New Moon bringing powerful opportunities for personal transformation and fresh starts across all zodiac signs.
Birmingham City's New Stadium Design Unveiled
Knighthead to unveil the design for Birmingham City's new 135-acre Sports Quarter stadium, a project set to transform the city's landscape. Discover the vision.
New Street Station media screens to return in 2026
Birmingham's iconic New Street Station media screens will be reactivated in 2026 after years of darkness. The Bullring owner confirms plans to restore the landmark displays.
Strictly 2025: Full Pro Dancer Line-Up Revealed
Meet all the professional dancers for Strictly Come Dancing 2025, including two exciting new international additions. Discover who's back and who has a celebrity partner.
New Street Station media screens to return in 2026
Birmingham's iconic New Street station LED screens, dark for years, will finally be reactivated in 2026. Discover the full story behind the revival of these city landmarks.
Kuhn Rikon opens first UK store in Swindon
Swiss cookware giant Kuhn Rikon opens its first UK store at McArthurGlen Swindon, bringing its rival range to Le Creuset directly to British shoppers. Discover the new destination for premium kitchenware.
Man arrested after Birmingham Starbucks break-in
A 44-year-old man has been arrested following an early morning break-in at the Starbucks on New Street, Birmingham. Police seized a glass break hammer and Class-B drugs.
Start Your New Year Hair Journey Early with Dr Vegan
Begin your New Year hair transformation now with Dr Vegan's Hair Saviour supplement. Get 25% off and tackle thinning hair with a science-backed formula for stronger, healthier hair.
Wetherspoons expands with 5 new UK pubs by 2026
Wetherspoons confirms five new pub openings in Bristol, Croydon, Stockton-on-Tees, Beaconsfield and Wetherby by 2026. Discover the full expansion plans and locations.
Petition: Scrap Basic State Pension for New Rate
A parliamentary petition urges the DWP to abolish the Basic State Pension and pay the higher New State Pension rate to all pensioners, bridging a £53.80 weekly gap.
Storm Claudia: Birmingham Rail Services Amended
Storm Claudia brings an amber weather warning and travel chaos to the West Midlands. West Midlands Railway has announced amended services for Birmingham New Street. Check before you travel.
Storm Claudia Causes Birmingham Train Chaos
Storm Claudia brings heavy rain, causing major train delays and cancellations at Birmingham New Street and Moor Street. Check before you travel.
Storm Claudia Cancels Birmingham Train Services
Storm Claudia causes major travel disruption in Birmingham with cancelled trains and flood risks. Check your journey before travelling and plan ahead for delays.
Man arrested after body found in Hanley flat
A murder investigation is underway after a man was discovered dead in a Hanley flat. Staffordshire Police have arrested a 56-year-old suspect and are conducting forensic examinations.
New South American Coffee Shop Opens in Birmingham
Besa, a new coffee shop serving Colombian and Brazilian blends, is opening in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter this winter. Discover their authentic South American offering.
Inspector Morse Stage Thriller Debuts in Woking
Alma Cullen's new stage play 'The House of Ghosts' reimagines Inspector Morse for theatre. See this fresh take on the classic detective at New Victoria Theatre until November 15.
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