Car Market Drops 1.6% After Vehicle Tax Hikes
New car registrations fell for the sixth time in 2025, with industry leaders warning Labour's tax policies are thwarting buyers. Discover the full impact.
New car registrations fell for the sixth time in 2025, with industry leaders warning Labour's tax policies are thwarting buyers. Discover the full impact.
British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua suffers minor injuries in a fatal collision on a Nigerian expressway. Two others tragically killed. Read the latest details.
West Midlands Police arrested three men and recovered two lock knives after stopping a suspicious vehicle in Wolverhampton city centre. Read the full details.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces five key car tax changes for 2026, affecting EVs, vans, HGVs, and company cars. Learn how the new measures will impact your motoring costs.
TUC leader Paul Nowak urges the Government to prioritise living standards in 2026, warning of political consequences. Survey reveals one in five skip meals daily.
Experience magical candlelight concerts at St Paul's Church in Birmingham this festive season. Discover performances of Christmas classics, Vivaldi, and The Wizard of Oz. Book tickets now.
Discover everything about comedy legend Paul Whitehouse, from his iconic Fast Show characters and family life to his unique marriage and acclaimed TV and film work.
Five men arrested after a violent street fight in Nottingham city centre shocked Christmas shoppers. Police seek witnesses to the Wollaton Street affray.
Ray Beaglehole and Nigel Hart from Channel Rotary Club Folkestone have been awarded the Paul Harris Fellowship, Rotary's highest honour, for their outstanding service. Discover their stories.
Discover Saint Paul's Market, the independent food hall in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter that has wowed critics. Featuring top local vendors like Sai Deethwa and Corner Shop, it's a Brummie foodie heaven.
DVLA letters demand a new £195 road tax payment from electric vehicle owners. Find out who is affected and what future charges are planned for UK drivers.
Shoppers are racing to Asda for massive Quality Street refill bags priced at only £4, offering the best value per 100g compared to Tesco and Aldi. Stock up now for Christmas!
Paul Merson predicts Aston Villa will outscore Manchester United in a high-scoring Premier League clash at Villa Park this Sunday. Read his full verdict.
Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua receive mandatory suspensions following their Miami heavyweight clash. Paul faces a lengthy ban after a sixth-round stoppage. Read the full details and fighter reactions.
Heartfelt tributes are paid to PD Stark, the heroic police dog who survived a brutal 20-blade machete attack in 2020. Read his incredible story of bravery and service.
Ordnance Survey reveals the UK's most Christmassy street names, with Noel topping the list. Discover which festive roads and counties are celebrating all year round.
Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul faced off at the tense public weigh-in ahead of their heavyweight showdown tonight in Miami. Get all the details on the UK fight time and stakes.
Polestar unveils a bi-directional EV charger that can cut energy costs by £1,000 a year. The tech turns your car into a home power source. Discover how this innovation works.
Gibb Street and Floodgate Street in Birmingham's historic Digbeth district have been ranked among the UK's best high streets for independent shops favoured by Gen Z. Discover the creative hub's unique festive shopping experience.
Good Morning Britain host Richard Madeley faces backlash after questioning if Paul Doyle's 21-year sentence for Liverpool parade attack was too harsh. Read the full story.
A murder investigation is underway in Cheltenham after a man was fatally stabbed. Two teenagers and a man are in custody. Police reassure the shocked community.
Sheree Aldridge, 37, describes the moment her baby son was thrown from his pram when a driver ploughed into Liverpool FC crowds. Read her emotional story and the 21-year sentence.
Daniel Barr, an ex-Army labourer, is commended for his 'outstandingly brave' act of stopping a car that drove into a Liverpool victory parade crowd, injuring over 100. Read his incredible story.
Paul Doyle sentenced to 21 years for driving into Liverpool FC title parade crowd, injuring over 100. Hero bystander Daniel Barr stopped the vehicle. Full details of the shocking incident.
The DVLA has issued an urgent warning, telling motorists they 'must' tax their vehicle even if no payment is due. Avoid fines by acting now.
A new survey reveals the Birmingham streets women actively avoid after reporting catcalling, assault, and being followed. Calls grow for urgent safety improvements.
Millions of UK households face challenges charging electric vehicles at home. Experts reveal the essential kit needed and how to cut costs with smart tariffs.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 crowns the West Midlands' top state, independent, and comprehensive schools based on latest exam results. Discover which local schools excelled.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has ranked the top secondary schools in the West Midlands for 2026. Discover which schools in Birmingham, Solihull, and Stratford made the prestigious lists.
Step back in time with 21 captivating archive photos showcasing daily life in Birmingham's neighbourhoods, from the 1930s onwards. Discover the city's rich social history.