Martin Lewis condemns OBR Budget leak blunder
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis delivers harsh verdict on OBR's accidental Budget forecast publication. Read his full reaction and what it means for the economy.
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Rachel Reeves' 2025 Budget: Key Tax and Economy Facts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Budget 2025 with tax rises on property, pensions and EVs. OBR forecasts show economic growth revised to 1.5% for 2025. Discover the full details.
Budget Scraps Two-Child Cap, Aiding 67,000 Kids
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget, a move that will directly help 67,230 of Birmingham's poorest children and their families.
HMRC to tax pensioners with average savings
State pensioners with average savings face HMRC tax bills as the Personal Savings Allowance remains frozen. Discover how the Autumn Budget impacts your savings.
New Wetherspoon pub in Spain, three hours from Birmingham
JD Wetherspoon is opening its first European pub at Alicante airport in January 2026. The 'Castell de Santa Barbera' will serve British classics and Spanish dishes. Read more.
Contactless travel expands to 50 UK train stations
Major upgrade brings tap-in tap-out travel to 50 stations including Stansted and Southend airports from December 14. No more ticket queues - just use your bank card or phone!
TUI Ambassadors & BSL GCSE Boost UK Accessibility
Hannah Cheetham, a TUI Accessibility Ambassador with cerebral palsy, shares vital travel tips. Plus, a landmark step for British Sign Language as it moves closer to a GCSE qualification.
5 West Midlands Towns Among UK's Most Underrated
Discover the five West Midlands towns named among the UK's 20 most underrated destinations for 2026 by KAYAK. Plan your next staycation now!
Christmas Market Holidays From £99 - Book Now
Discover five enchanting Christmas market breaks across Europe with incredible savings. From Paris to Tallinn, book these festive getaways before they sell out.
Free bus pass times could change after government update
The government confirms councils have funding to let free bus pass holders travel before 9:30am. Find out how this could help pensioners and disabled people with early appointments and work.
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.
Tasting Cliff Richard's Wine on a Solo Algarve Holiday
Join a solo travel group in Portugal's Algarve, tasting Sir Cliff Richard's award-winning wines and exploring Olhao. Discover the perfect holiday for solo travellers.
7 Tax Loopholes to Use Before Autumn Budget
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.
Reeves' Budget: Fuel Duty Hike and New EV Charges
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.
Travel agent goes bust, all coach trips cancelled
New Era Travel ceases trading and enters liquidation. All coach day trips are cancelled, but ABTA-protected holidays will proceed. Find out what customers need to know.
Reeves' 3p Per Mile Holiday Tax Plan for Drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves eyes a 'pay-per-mile' tax hitting UK drivers heading to France. Critics slam the 'crazy' double cost. Find out how it affects your travel.
Free Bus Travel for a Week in Birmingham Areas
Residents in Moseley, Kings Heath, and other Birmingham wards can claim a week's free bus travel. Apply online by December 1. Leave the car at home this winter!
UK Snow Alert: Three Nations Brace for Arctic Blast
The UK faces significant snowfall with amber warnings across Scotland, Northern Ireland, and northern England as temperatures plummet to -10°C. Travel disruption and school closures expected.
66-Hour Weather Warning for England This Weekend
The Met Office has issued a severe yellow weather warning for rain covering much of England this weekend, with potential flooding and travel disruption expected from Friday evening through Monday morning.
66-Hour Snow Blast to Hit UK: Arctic Freeze Warning
The Met Office warns of continuous snow showers lasting nearly three days as temperatures plummet to -10°C, with significant disruption expected across transport networks.
Rachel Reeves Overhauls VED: Luxury Car Tax Hike
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major Vehicle Excise Duty reforms targeting luxury cars and gas-guzzlers while offering relief for ordinary drivers in Labour's first budget.
Six-Day Snow Bomb: UK Braces for Arctic Blast
Britain faces an extended period of heavy snow as forecasters upgrade warnings for a six-day Arctic freeze that could bring travel chaos and school closures across multiple regions.
UK's 192-Hour Snow Bomb: 8-Day Winter Chaos Forecast
Britain faces an unprecedented 8-day snow event with temperatures plummeting to -15°C, triggering Met Office warnings and potential travel chaos across the Midlands and beyond.
European city sunnier than Barcelona with cheap UK flights
Looking for guaranteed sunshine without the long-haul flight? This beautiful European gem offers more annual sunshine than Barcelona and Alicante with surprisingly cheap flights from UK airports.
Britain's Most Luxurious Train Arrives in Birmingham
The Northern Belle, dubbed Britain's poshest train, is bringing a new era of luxury rail travel to Birmingham with seven carriages of 1930s elegance and fine dining experiences.
West Midlands' 7 Market Towns Need Christmas Visitors
Discover seven picturesque West Midlands market towns where local businesses are counting on festive visitors to survive the crucial Christmas trading period.
Celebrity Race Across The World: Meet The Cast
Get ready for the ultimate celebrity challenge as four famous duos embark on an epic race across the globe in the brand new series of Celebrity Race Across The World.
Hays Travel makes fourth acquisition in two years
Sunderland-based travel giant Hays Travel continues its ambitious expansion strategy with the acquisition of Travel Solutions, adding another key player to its growing portfolio of businesses.
Birmingham Moor Street Station: February Platform Closures
Network Rail announces significant improvement works at Birmingham Moor Street station, affecting multiple platforms throughout February. Essential travel information for passengers.
Five UK counties face snow chaos as Arctic blast hits
Met Office issues urgent weather warnings as temperatures plummet, with significant snowfall expected across Midlands and northern counties disrupting travel and schools.
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