Advanced talks to fill empty £75m Birkenhead offices
Wirral Council reveals advanced negotiations for a tenant at its costly, empty Irvine building in the £75m Birkenhead Commercial District, a potential boost for the town centre.
Wirral Council reveals advanced negotiations for a tenant at its costly, empty Irvine building in the £75m Birkenhead Commercial District, a potential boost for the town centre.
West Midlands Police and Trading Standards seized 200 boxes of nitrous oxide canisters in Small Heath. The raid is part of Operation Target. Report crime anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Spain approves a major smoking ban for beaches, bars & terraces. Tourists face new rules as health minister targets 140 daily tobacco deaths. Read the full details.
Nearly half of UK motorists want larger parking bays as cars grow bigger. Calls mount for Labour to update 50-year-old guidelines to tackle 'autobesity'.
West Midlands Police refers an incident to its standards department after video shows a handcuffed man being propelled into a police car in Small Heath.
Dunelm's Niko Velvet Clic Clac Sofa Bed, priced at just £199, offers a stylish and practical solution for holiday guests. Available in three colours with quick pre-Christmas delivery. Read our review.
County Durham's Filtronic awarded £1.2m to build a high-power Ka-band amplifier, boosting next-gen satellite communications for in-flight WiFi and 5G. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police discovered a large quantity of Class A and B drugs during a raid on a property in Small Heath. Enquiries are ongoing.
An Oxfordshire IT manager saved a 70-year-old family oak tree, transforming it with beer caps and resin into a stunning table. His DIY project, using tools under £65, created a new centrepiece. Read the inspiring story of upcycling and family legacy.
Flexispot's Power Swivel Rocker Recliner is £80 off until Dec 25. Shoppers praise its stain-resistant fabric and 'good back support' for post-work winding down.
Music fans feel 'ripped off' after Heather Small performed for just 25 minutes at Manchester Cathedral. Organisers accused of mis-selling the event. Read the full story.
Vodafone Business launches exclusive Cyber Monday Google Pixel 10 Pro deal for small teams. Boost productivity with AI tools, lifetime warranty and superfast 5G.
Explore the inside of Birmingham's Spring Hill Library, perfectly preserved like a time capsule three years after its controversial closure. Discover the community's fight for its future.
Two Birmingham stores, Candy and Liquor and Morrisons Daily, have been celebrated at the 2025 Local Retail Champions awards for their outstanding community work. Discover their inspiring stories.
A new Royal Mail poll reveals UK side hustles generate an average of £5,400 yearly. Discover how selling online is boosting household budgets and find support for your venture.
Self-employed workers in England sacrifice £3,000 annually on unpaid business admin. Discover how the new Making Tax Digital initiative aims to help and ease the burden.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' £2,000 salary sacrifice cap in the Autumn Budget could force thousands of employers to scrap pension schemes and halt hiring. Experts warn of a £4.7bn raid on retirement savings.
A major 999 response in Small Heath was triggered by a teenage egg and flour fight mistaken for a hazardous materials incident. Three children were assessed by paramedics.
Spaceport Cornwall could host the European Space Agency's INVICTUS programme, accelerating Europe's journey towards aircraft-like space access and creating hundreds of high-skilled UK jobs.
Crystal Academy: Aerial Arts and Dance CIC crowned Walsall's local winner in Sage's 'Behind the Badge' competition, winning match tickets and business support tools to help them thrive.
CC Balloons Wedding and Occasions, a family-run business from Rubery, has been crowned West Bromwich Albion's local winner in Sage's 'Behind the Badge' competition, winning match tickets and business software.
Cleopatra's Kitchen in Solihull wins Sage's 'Behind the Badge' award for community support. Discover how small businesses are championed alongside their local football clubs.
UK small business owners warn Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget could make operating 'untenable' with fears of tax hikes and red tape. Read their urgent concerns.
Discover why 1.2 million UK small businesses are rejecting Black Friday sales this year. Explore the shift towards sustainable promotions and long-term customer value.
Andy Burnham's £1bn Good Growth Fund is set to unlock prime office space in Manchester, addressing a critical shortage and boosting the local economy from 2028. Discover the impact.
West Kirby faces a crossroads as new parking charges threaten to drive shoppers away. With 50 business closures already, traders fear this could be the final straw for the high street.
Small Business Minister Blair McDougall outlines urgent government support for SMEs facing headwinds, defending tax decisions while promoting new Business Growth Service.
Gibb Street and Floodgate Street in Digbeth rank among the UK's top high streets for Gen Z independent shopping, according to new research. Discover the full list.
Wicked star Cynthia Erivo opens up about her dislike for the viral 'holding space' meme and reveals why she doesn't want fans holding her finger. Discover the full story.
UK small businesses can get the iPhone 17 Pro Max for under £30/month with no upfront cost. This exclusive lease deal beats any Black Friday offer.