Atom Bank opens new Newcastle HQ with 600 jobs
Digital challenger bank Atom officially opens its multimillion-pound headquarters in Newcastle's historic Pattern Shop, marking a major investment in the North East's fintech sector. Read more.
Digital challenger bank Atom officially opens its multimillion-pound headquarters in Newcastle's historic Pattern Shop, marking a major investment in the North East's fintech sector. Read more.
A Worcester woman must tear down a two-storey garden building after neighbours complained. The council refused retrospective planning permission for the 'eyesore'.
Plans for the UK's first Universal Studios theme park near Cambridgeshire have been approved, promising 8,000 permanent jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Discover the details.
Discover how you can earn up to £250 for a day's filming as a supporting artist on major productions like EastEnders and Slow Horses. Experts reveal top tips for getting started.
Residents in Worcester's Pearmain Close clash with the council over a historic cedar tree. The council cites its high value, but locals claim roots are damaging property. Read the full story.
New CIPD research reveals the seven roles most likely to be replaced by AI next year. Discover which jobs are at risk and why a national upskilling drive is crucial.
Welcome Break launches its 60th UK service station in Rotherham, creating 230 jobs and featuring a dedicated HGV area. Discover the new M1 facilities.
A 150-year-old shoe shop in Worcester is shutting down for good, with the family business stating it is no longer viable. Discover the story behind this high street loss.
Coventry Airport will shut permanently in June 2026 after 90 years. The site will be transformed into a major gigafactory, creating 4,000 new jobs. Read the full story.
Amazon-owned tech firm Veeqo has launched its new global headquarters in Swansea's 71/72 Kingsway, marking a £150m+ investment and tripling its workforce to over 200. Discover how this Welsh success story is driving growth.
Mercedes-Benz is investing £20m in the UK, creating 150 high-skilled jobs in Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire to boost electric vehicle manufacturing. Read more.
Marks & Spencer has launched a massive new 18,000 sq ft food hall at Cannock's Orbital Retail Park, creating 50 jobs. The store offers a full festive range, bakery, and coffee counter just in time for Christmas shopping.
Long-established earthmoving firm Warwick Ward enters administration, ceasing operations and making 89 staff redundant. Read the full story on the business collapse.
The Independent ranks Leicester's festive market 12th in the UK. Discover its dates, stalls, and the West Midlands favourites also on the list.
Jake Morris, 30, has been sentenced to 50 weeks in prison for a violent assault in Worcester. The court heard he punched the victim and pushed her down concrete stairs.
The Independent's guide to the UK's best festive markets features Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and Worcester Christmas Fayre. Discover dates, highlights, and what makes them special.
Plans for a £340m second phase at Integra 61 in Durham, adding 3m sq ft of space, could create over 3,000 jobs and boost the regional economy by £2bn. Read the latest.
Vijay Kumar, 30, died after a fatal attack in Worcester. His family describe a man who 'cared deeply'. Police continue enquiries. Call 01905 331099 with information.
A 78-year-old woman died after being hit by a car outside The Bull Inn in Worcester. A 33-year-old man is in custody on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Artisan bakery chain Gail's announces major UK expansion with 40 new stores planned by February 2026, following a year of strong revenue growth and significant job creation. Discover the details.
A woman has died after a collision with a car on Droitwich Road, Worcester. Emergency services attended but she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Plymouth councillors demand clarity on Babcock's claim of 7,000 new dockyard jobs, questioning the figures and future Royal Navy work. Read the full investigation.
Experts warn cutting the £1.3bn ECO insulation scheme will plunge households into fuel poverty and cost 10,000 skilled jobs. Read why industry leaders are urging a rethink.
The Welsh Government's Investment Summit confirms over 10,000 new jobs from £16bn in projects, including a major US data centre and Vodafone's 5G expansion.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands is expanding from 75 to 100 stores, creating up to 500 new jobs by 2027. Discover the latest retail growth in Cannock.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet in Cannock is set for a major expansion, creating 500 new jobs and adding 25 stores by 2027. Discover the exciting plans for the popular shopping destination.
Worcester councillors urge motorists to report and photograph pavement parking, highlighting risks to pedestrians. New research commissioned as 42% of drivers support a ban.
A Green councillor calls for Reform UK to screen its own figures for criminal conduct and homophobic attitudes, challenging the party's focus on asylum seekers. Read the full story.
Asylum seekers in Worcester, who escaped religious persecution and death threats, feel 'very vulnerable' after summer protests. A local charity calls for a refugee forum.
BT is appealing Worcester City Council's rejection of its modern digital hubs, which offer free wifi and USB charging. The final decision now rests with a planning inspector.