Home Bargains closes all stores for three festive days
Home Bargains announces a three-day Christmas closure for all UK stores and early Christmas Eve hours, giving staff extended festive break. Find out the key dates.
Home Bargains announces a three-day Christmas closure for all UK stores and early Christmas Eve hours, giving staff extended festive break. Find out the key dates.
Trading standards and police seized over 54,000 cigarettes and fake perfumes in Wolverhampton raids. Action is now being taken against the businesses involved. Read the full update.
A frozen HMRC trading allowance is eroding the tax-free earnings of UK side hustlers on Vinted, eBay & Airbnb. See how inflation impacts your income.
A second Tamworth shop has been forced to close for three months after being caught selling illegal and counterfeit tobacco. Read how the council and police are tackling crime on the high street.
London boroughs urge government action against unsafe e-bikes and batteries sold online. New powers and fines sought to protect public safety in the capital.
Discover the 27 highest-performing primary schools in Birmingham based on the latest Key Stage 2 SATs results. See which schools lead in reading, maths, and writing standards for 2025.
Walsall Council seized counterfeit Apple AirPods and other goods worth £150,000 from three stalls at Bescot Market. The operation highlights the ongoing fight against dangerous fake products.
E.ON Next promises to pass on £150 annual savings directly to customers from April 2026, following government policy changes. Learn about the bill boost and industry reactions.
Coldplay frontman Chris Martin made a secret appearance at a Staffordshire wedding to perform the couple's first dance. Read the incredible story of how it happened.
Kylie Minogue delivered a show-stopping set at Capital's Jingle Bell Ball, including the first live performance of her new festive single 'XMAS'. Watch the full show on Global Player.
Louis Tomlinson made a solo return to Capital's Jingle Bell Ball after 13 years, delivering a poignant One Direction tribute. Read about the special moment and his thoughts on a band reunion.
Louis Tomlinson makes his solo debut at Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2025. Get the full setlist and details on his festive performance and new album.
Shoppers hail Boots' Dior Addict Lip Glow Oil as a luxurious, hydrating must-have. Discover why this £33 designer gloss is the perfect festive gift. Explore now.
A major UK-wide operation has raided over 2,700 premises, seizing millions in illegal goods and making 924 arrests. Discover the details of the crackdown on unsafe and counterfeit products.
UK households urged to check electric blankets after Oxfordshire safety tests reveal over a third are dangerous. Learn how to stay safe this winter.
Singer JoJo Siwa reveals she was hospitalised with burst ovarian cysts just an hour before a performance. Discover her health update and how she powered through the show.
UK diesel drivers are being urged to fill up as potential US military action in Venezuela threatens to disrupt crucial oil supplies, sending pump prices soaring. Experts warn of an immediate impact.
Euro Mini Market in Lichfield closed for three months after authorities seized suitcases of illegal tobacco and vapes. Report illegal sales via the Trading Standards hotline.
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust has surpassed its cancer treatment target for two consecutive months, showing a 15% year-on-year improvement. Read about the positive trajectory.
New data reveals a worrying rise in A&E waiting times at Birmingham hospitals, with fewer patients seen within the four-hour target. Read the full report on the trust's performance.
Asda has apologised after failing to display mandatory unit prices on items like Weetabix and dishwasher tablets, breaking UK consumer law. Discover which products were affected.
JoJo Siwa endured a terrifying health scare as a burst ovarian cyst caused internal bleeding, forcing an emergency hospital dash just hours before a scheduled performance.
HMRC issues a tax warning for UK social media content creators. Breaching the £1,000 trading allowance could lead to hefty fines. Learn how to stay compliant.
HMRC issues a £1,000 fine warning for UK content creators. Learn how to avoid penalties for exceeding the trading allowance and file your tax return correctly.
Birmingham City Council faces bullying claims after ranking agency bin drivers in a 'league table'. The council denies the allegations. Find out more about the dispute.
Amazon UK slashes £80 off the De'Longhi Dragon 4 oil-filled radiator. This energy-efficient heater with 3 heat settings is perfect for winter. Grab this deal now!
Birmingham Council is exploring a permitting scheme for buskers following a controversial city centre crackdown. Discover the clash between noise complaints and cultural vibrancy.
Stagecoach Stourbridge students aged 11-16 wowed a packed Shaftesbury Theatre with a Madness medley after just eight rehearsals. Discover their journey and book a trial.
Pregnant Strictly pro Dianne Buswell wows fans with her growing baby bump and a cheeky joke after two stunning Blackpool dance performances. See the heartwarming reaction.
HMRC increases the trading income threshold to £3,000, freeing 300,000 from Self-Assessment. Discover how this tax simplification benefits you.