Jewellery Quarter Tops West Midlands Living List
Discover why Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter has been crowned the best place to live in the West Midlands for 2026, with its Michelin stars and major regeneration.
Discover why Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter has been crowned the best place to live in the West Midlands for 2026, with its Michelin stars and major regeneration.
McDonald's UK removes eight international favourites from today, making way for new Grinch-themed Christmas menu including limited-edition socks. Discover the full changes.
State pensioners with average savings face HMRC tax bills as the Personal Savings Allowance remains frozen. Discover how the Autumn Budget impacts your savings.
Discover Browns Brasserie & Bar, the stunning new restaurant in Sutton Park after a £1.5 million transformation. Our review reveals the cosy vibe, delicious food, and why it's the perfect post-walk treat.
Discover Birmingham's hottest new restaurants and bars for 2025, from Dave's Hot Chicken to Cylla. Plan your next city centre visit and explore the vibrant food scene.
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.
Nando's reveals plans for 14 new UK restaurants by February 2026 following strong sales growth. Discover the full list of locations and the company's financial outlook.
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.
McDonald's UK launches Elf on the Shelf toys in Happy Meals from November 19th. Choose from 12 festive toys or a book, plus seasonal food items. Find your nearest restaurant.
Discover the 9 best restaurants for Christmas Day dinner in Birmingham 2025. From traditional feasts to gourmet menus, book your perfect festive celebration now!
Discover seven legal ways to reduce your tax bill ahead of the November budget. Act now to protect your savings from potential income tax rises.
Discover the nine Birmingham Indian restaurants celebrated in the British Indian Good Food Guide 2025. Find your next perfect curry night in the city!
Nine Birmingham Indian restaurants have been recognised in The British Indian Good Food Guide 2025, with Opheem and Asha's crowned Midlands champions. Discover if your favourite made the list!
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to target motorists in the Autumn Budget with a potential £100 annual fuel duty increase and new pay-per-mile charges for electric vehicles. Discover the full impact.
The British Institute of Innkeeping warns 35% of pubs could close without immediate government intervention in the Autumn Budget. Urgent tax cuts are needed.
Cross-party group of 27 MPs urges Chancellor to cut VAT and reform business rates for pubs, hotels, and restaurants ahead of Autumn Budget to boost growth.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves must find up to £45bn in tax rises by 2030 without stifling growth, as the UK economy slows. Discover the budget's tough choices.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget on November 26 could trigger interest rate changes. Experts urge households to lock in current rates now to avoid potential losses.
Birmingham's highest restaurant, Orelle, has relaunched as 24 Stories with a new Brummie-inspired menu. Celebrities attended the launch. Discover the new dishes and panoramic views.
UK GDP growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, falling short of expectations and increasing pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the crucial Autumn Budget.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms tax-free pension entitlements will be protected in the Autumn Budget after a 20,000-strong petition. Discover the full story and what it means for you.
Property experts call on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to abolish stamp duty, saving households £16,000. Will the Autumn Budget bring a property tax revolution?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to impose new HMRC tax rules limiting salary sacrifice for cycle to work schemes. Discover how the Autumn Budget changes could affect you.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to introduce new pay-per-mile taxes for electric and hybrid vehicles in the November budget. Discover how the changes could affect you.
Labour's new 3p per mile car tax for electric vehicles could cost drivers £300 annually from April 2028. Plan your motoring budget now.
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves could slash energy bills by up to £200. Key measures include VAT cuts and removing green levies. Find out how this affects you.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to cap tax-free pension contributions, potentially costing high earners nearly £50,000. Discover the full impact of the Autumn Budget.
Sandwell Council plans to install permanent zebra crossings at five schools to solve long-term lollipop patrol vacancies and improve road safety. Find out how this change will benefit the community.
Wine and Spirit Trade Association calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to freeze alcohol duty as 4.5% hike could add £1 to bottle prices, fuelling inflation and hurting hospitality.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves hints at breaking Labour's manifesto pledge with an income tax increase in the November Budget. Discover how this could impact your finances.