Car brands fight Rachel Reeves' pay-per-mile EV tax
Chinese car brands Omoda and Jaecoo launch tax rebate to counter new EV and hybrid pay-per-mile levy announced in Autumn Budget. Find out how drivers will be affected from 2028.
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Cornwall's oldest fishing business acquired
Falkland Islands-based Fortuna Ltd acquires Ocean Fish Group, Cornwall's oldest fishing business, aiming for £100m turnover by 2030 through global expansion.
Warning over price of non-alcoholic drinks in UK
UK households are warned as 'fake spirits' and no-alcohol beers are found to cost more than their alcoholic counterparts, widening health inequalities. Discover the full findings.
Birmingham hotelier warns of 'disastrous' tourist tax
A Birmingham hotel chairman brands the new tourist levy in the 2025 budget 'disastrous' for hospitality, fearing increased costs and administrative chaos.
SodaStream Terra drops to £53.99 in Black Friday deal
Amazon's Black Friday sale slashes the SodaStream Terra to just £53.99, its lowest price this year. Save over £60 on this sustainable fizzy drink maker.
Timber Group Collapse: 550+ Jobs Lost in UK
National Timber Group, the UK's largest independent timber distributor, enters administration with 561 redundancies and 13 site closures. Administrators launch urgent sale process.
Man in court over two murders and rape
Simon Levy, 40, appears at the Old Bailey accused of murdering two women and raping a third in London. The case continues in February 2026.
Budget 2025: Alcohol Duty Rise to Increase Pint Prices
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms alcohol duty will rise with inflation, making your pub pint more expensive. Discover the impact on pubs and industry reaction.
AJP Recruitment Wins Fastest Growing Small Business Award
AJP Recruitment has been named the North East's Fastest Growing Small Business of the Year. Discover how their steady, sustainable approach powered their remarkable rise.
17 Drinks Face Recipe Change in Sugar Tax Shake-Up
Health Secretary Wes Streeting confirms the sugar tax is expanding to milk-based drinks and lowering the threshold. Discover the 17 popular beverages affected.
Tourist Tax Plan for Bristol and Bath Region
West of England leaders endorse a proposed tourist tax on overnight stays to fund transport and local projects. Find out how this could transform the region's visitor economy.
Wetherspoons boss warns of alcohol duty hike threat
Sir Tim Martin warns Rachel Reeves' Budget could hike alcohol duty by 4.5%, threatening UK pubs with price increases. Read the full analysis.
Liverpool's £2 visitor charge upheld after legal fight
Liverpool's £2 overnight visitor charge will proceed after the government rejected a legal challenge. The levy, expected to generate millions, will boost the city's visitor economy.
English mayors gain tourist tax powers
English mayors including Sadiq Khan and Andy Burnham gain powers to impose a tourist tax on hotel stays to fund local projects, despite hospitality sector opposition.
Man charged with two murders five months apart
A 40-year-old man faces charges for murdering two women and raping a third in separate London attacks. Follow the latest court developments.
Cornwall shortlisted for ESA hypersonic flight programme
Spaceport Cornwall could host the European Space Agency's INVICTUS programme, accelerating Europe's journey towards aircraft-like space access and creating hundreds of high-skilled UK jobs.
Sugar Tax on Milkshakes and Lattes from 2028
The UK government will extend the sugar tax to pre-packaged milkshakes and milky coffees from January 2028 to tackle childhood obesity. Find out how this affects you.
Kraken Rum Black Friday Deal: Only £18.99
Amazon slashes the price of Kraken Black Cherry & Vanilla Spiced Rum to £18.99 for Black Friday. A 31% saving on the premium spirit. Grab this bargain for Christmas.
Policy Centre to Boost UK Manufacturing SMEs
A new independent Policy Centre aims to give 325,000 manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government policy, driving growth and future-proofing British industry.
Bollywood icon Dharmendra dies aged 89
Legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra has passed away at 89. The Indian cinema icon starred in over 300 films during his 65-year career. Read tributes from industry stars.
Co-op announces 7,000 new apprenticeships by 2030
Co-op invests £70m to create 7,000 life-changing apprenticeships by 2030, focusing on retail, care, and deprived communities. Find out how to apply for these new roles.
Labour urged to adopt Thatcher-era bank tax
SNP calls for windfall tax on banks to fund £300 energy bill reduction, citing Margaret Thatcher's similar proposal. Will Labour act in Autumn Budget?
Lancashire Libraries Launch Warm Spaces Scheme
Lancashire's libraries transform into warm community hubs offering free hot drinks, activities, and social connection this winter. Find your local Warm Space today.
Hertfordshire Property Awards raise £89k for NHS hospitals
East and North Hertfordshire Hospitals' Charity raised £89,000 at its glittering property awards. The funds will support patients, families, and staff across four local NHS hospitals.
Truth Behind Ozzy Osbourne's Dove-Biting Incident
Jack Osbourne reveals the shocking truth behind his father Ozzy's infamous dove-biting incident that shocked the music industry. Discover the full story.
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight's vision for Birmingham
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight reveals his ambitious plan to establish Birmingham as Britain's central hub for film and television production, building on the city's manufacturing heritage.
Northern Bear revenue jumps 31% to £49.4m
Newcastle building services firm Northern Bear reports strong half-year growth with revenue reaching £49.4m and operating profit hitting £4.1m, despite challenging market conditions ahead.
Soft-Launch New Year's Resolutions in November
A behavioural expert reveals why starting New Year's resolutions in November boosts success rates. Learn how to build habits before January's pressure hits.
West Midlands plugs £120m transport budget gap
A projected £119.8 million deficit in the West Midlands transport budget has been drastically reduced to £38.3 million. Discover the measures taken to secure the region's transport future.
Best Supermarket Mulled Wine for Christmas 2025
Discover the top 7 supermarket mulled wines for Christmas 2025, including bargains from Tesco, Sainsbury's, and more. Find your perfect festive drink under £7.
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