Altrincham Carols Event Supports Trafford Food Bank
Nearly 100 people gathered for 'Carols on the Steps' in Altrincham, raising donations for Trafford Food Bank. The festive event featured live music and community spirit.
Nearly 100 people gathered for 'Carols on the Steps' in Altrincham, raising donations for Trafford Food Bank. The festive event featured live music and community spirit.
Hundreds of Birmingham residents, from the homeless to struggling workers, visited food banks in Lozells and Handsworth for essential supplies before Christmas. Read the full story.
Monzo reduces interest on its popular savings pots, including the viral 1p Challenge, following the Bank of England's rate cut. Savers face lower returns from January 6.
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.
Swayne Johnson's St Asaph office has donated a substantial haul of food and Christmas treats to Rhyl Food Bank, one of Wales's busiest, through a unique reverse advent calendar initiative. Discover how this support helps the most deprived community.
Plan your time off: UK bank holidays are moving in 2026 and 2027 as Christmas and Boxing Day fall on weekends. Discover the new substitute dates and how to maximise your annual leave.
A food expert explains the critical defrosting error many families make with their Christmas turkey, risking food poisoning. Learn the three safe methods to ensure a perfect festive feast.
The UK's bank holiday calendar is set for adjustments in 2026 and 2027, with Boxing Day moved and substitute days created. Plan your long weekends now.
Sainsbury's is giving away free surplus fruit and vegetables on Christmas Eve to support families and cut food waste. Find out how to get involved.
A popular viral chocolate treat has been urgently recalled due to undeclared peanuts. The Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies not to eat the product. Check your cupboards now.
UK pet owners praise Animed's reliable delivery service for specialised pet food, offering up to 10% off subscriptions for dogs, cats, and small animals. Discover the savings.
The first three food vendors for the huge new Alfred Works food hall in Digbeth have been confirmed. All are making their Birmingham debut, bringing Birria Ramen, Palestinian and East African flavours to the city in 2026.
Staff and residents at Iris Court Care Home in Stevenage launch their second annual Christmas food bank and toy drive for The Food Shed, supporting local families in need during the festive season.
Aldi is letting customers book its £3.30 Too Good To Go 'Surprise Bags' up to five days early this Christmas to cut food waste. Find out the key dates and how to save.
UK inflation fell to 3.2% in November, the lowest since March, driven by falling food and tobacco prices. Chancellor Rachel Reeves welcomes the news as a relief for households.
UK inflation fell more than expected to 3.2% in November, driven by lower food prices. Discover what this means for your cost of living and future interest rates.
Time is running out to claim a free £200 from Lloyds Bank. The popular switching deal ends on Wednesday, December 17th. Find out how to qualify.
Travelling this Christmas? Use a simple penny trick to check if your freezer lost power while you were away, preventing dangerous food spoilage. Learn the easy hack for peace of mind.
Lloyds Bank is offering a £200 cash bonus for new customers who switch their current account. Learn the four-step process and the crucial deadline to apply by.
Lloyds Bank, with over 28 million customers, has closed 17 branches this November. See the full list of affected locations and the wider trend of UK bank branch closures.
UK savers with Nationwide, Lloyds and NatWest can earn up to £450. Discover the top easy-access accounts from Chase, Monument Bank and Cahoot for 2025.
Nationwide pledges to keep 696 branches open until at least 2030, bucking the trend of widespread UK bank closures. Discover how this impacts customers and communities.
A B&M store in Birmingham has been given the lowest possible hygiene score of zero, placing it among the worst in the country. Read the full report and company response.
A British YouTuber survived on just Wetherspoons meals for 72 hours, spending a total of £44.38. Discover his surprising favourite dish and daily breakdown.
Time is running out to claim a free £200 from Lloyds Bank by switching your account. The offer ends on December 17. Find out how to secure the cash.
Walsall's popular rooftop street food venue remains closed after a planning row. The council withdrew a stop notice, but a final decision on its future is pending. Read the latest.
Calbee Group UK recalls Hot & Spicy and Pizza Chips due to undeclared mustard and celery. Check your packets now and return for a full refund if affected.
UK households can secure £275 in free payments by switching to or banking with Nationwide. Experts reveal it's one of the easiest ways to make extra cash legally before Christmas.
Walsall Council has withdrawn a stop notice against the Rooftop Food Court after compliance. The venue, which opened without permission, hopes to reopen soon. Read the latest.
Sainsbury's Bank is closing all accounts by December's end, moving 1.8 million customers to NatWest. Find out what this means for your savings, loans, and digital banking access.