High-mileage EV drivers face £267 new road tax charge
1.4 million electric vehicle owners driving over 8,900 miles yearly could pay £267 under new road tax plans. Learn how the proposed mileage-based charge affects you.
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£40 Black Friday Deal on Eco Dive Watches
Detrash's sustainable dive watches, crafted from ocean plastic and surgical steel, are £40 off for Black Friday. Get a free vegan strap and choose your serial number. Limited offer!
Wiltshire widow's brain tumour research Christmas plea
Mandy Calaz from Devizes lost her husband Mark to a brain tumour and is now urging public support for Brain Tumour Research's Christmas appeal to fund vital research.
Smart Menstrual Cup Emm Raises £6.8m Funding
Bristol startup Emm's high-tech menstrual cup raises £6.8m. The wearable device tracks flow and cycle data, launching in the UK in 2026. Discover the future of women's health tech.
£2.5m film and TV boost for Cornwall
A new £2.5m equity scheme is set to transform film and high-end TV production in Cornwall, creating jobs and showcasing the region's unique identity. Discover the impact.
St Giles Hospice Winter Gala Raises £40,000
The inaugural St Giles Hospice Winter Gala at Moxhull Hall raised £40,000, funding over 1,330 hours of specialist end-of-life care. Discover how to support their 2026 event.
Minister: Teachers Should Complain More Like Bin Workers
Home Office minister Jess Phillips urges teachers to demand more recognition for their work, citing the example of Birmingham bin workers. Discover the government's plan for schools.
Household Goods Built to Last Over 100 Years
Discover the longest-surviving household goods, from Victorian sewing machines to 1970s microwaves, defying today's throwaway culture and still in daily use.
Wales Development Bank Hits £1bn Investment Landmark
The Development Bank of Wales has invested over £1bn, supporting 51,000+ jobs and generating £5.8bn in economic value. Discover how this impacts Welsh businesses and communities.
West Midlands Bus Services Saved with Subsidy
A £50 million subsidy protecting West Midlands bus routes from cuts has been extended for 15 months. Discover how this decision secures vital transport links for communities.
88 New Affordable Homes Completed in Oldham
A £21m development of 88 gas-free affordable homes is now complete at West Vale, Oldham. The project tackles the borough's housing crisis with sustainable design. Discover the new community.
Community Partnership Saves Frankley Library
A new partnership has secured the future of Frankley Library in Birmingham, transforming it into a community hub with expanded support services. Discover how this collaboration saved a vital local resource.
UK SMEs start with less than £6,000
New research reveals the average UK SME starts with under £6,000, with 80% walking a financial tightrope. Discover the personal sacrifices and the call for more entrepreneurial support.
Bristol's Matter secures IKEA investment for microplastic tech
Bristol tech firm Matter, a 2025 Earthshot Prize finalist, secures investment from Inter IKEA to scale its microplastic filtration technology, aiming to prevent 15,000 tonnes of ocean pollution.
North Kesteven Launches £18k Community Grant Scheme
Community groups in North Kesteven can now apply for up to £1,500 from a new £18,000 Flourishing Communities Grant. Funding supports projects like defibrillators and play equipment. Apply by November 30, 2025.
Health Research Programme Launches at Stockport Stadium
Stockport County Community Trust launches a pioneering health and care research programme at Edgeley Park stadium, making vital studies more accessible to the local community.
Derbyshire's £7m landslip fund ends 4-year road closure
A Derbyshire road closed since 2022 due to landslip damage will remain shut for four years before £1.1 million repairs conclude. Discover how £7 million in funding will fix five key routes.
Atom Valley scheme launches with 20,000 jobs pledge
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham launches the Atom Valley scheme in Rochdale, set to create 20,000 jobs. Discover how this major regeneration project aims to transform the region's economy.
Student's 7 Marathons in 7 Days for Youth Charity
Billy Nunn from King's College London tackles an epic endurance challenge - seven marathons in seven consecutive days - to raise vital funds for UK Youth and protest youth service cuts across Britain.
£350m North East business investment funds launched
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has launched new £350m investment funds to create 2,300 jobs and support over 470 small businesses across the region. Apply now to grow your business.
TV Licence fee rising to £181 amid BBC crisis
UK households face a £7 TV Licence fee increase to £181 this April. This comes as the BBC faces a major scandal and a legal threat from Donald Trump. Discover the full story.
Headteacher warns against 'putting a price on SEND'
As Dudley Council plans to cut costs by bringing SEND pupils back from independent schools, a headteacher cautions that educational quality must come before budgets. Discover the full story.
Council Tax Explained: Where Your Money Goes
Discover exactly how your council tax is spent, from social care to bin collections, and understand the key reasons behind rising bills across UK local authorities.
Leicester Christmas Toy Swap Event - December 13
Join Leicester's festive toy swap on December 13! Exchange unwanted toys for free, reduce plastic pollution & save money. Hosted by Parents for Future at LCB Depot.
Beverley Knight announces £244k Windrush heritage grant
Soul legend Beverley Knight surprises Wolverhampton with a £244,452 National Lottery grant for a Windrush music heritage project. Discover how this funding preserves Caribbean cultural legacy.
Jet2 to launch flights from London Gatwick in 2026
Jet2 announces new flights and holidays from London Gatwick from March 2026, creating over 300 jobs. Discover the new routes and eco-friendly aircraft.
Cadbury's Paper Heroes Tubs Trial Sparks Christmas Joy Row
Cadbury trials 300,000 recyclable paper Heroes tubs in Tesco, adding Flake. Critics say it 'takes joy out of Christmas'. Share your feedback via QR code.
Birmingham school gets £747k for structural repairs
A £747,000 project has been approved for Story Wood Primary School in Birmingham to fix structural damage, damp, and flooding issues, ensuring a safe learning environment.
Morrisons adds pure water stations to UK stores
Morrisons partners with SpotlessWater to install 24/7 self-service pure water stations. The initiative supports local professionals and enhances sustainability. Find your nearest location.
NHS Confident on £35m Hospital Despite Builder's Crisis
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Trust confirms robust plans to continue Berwick's £35m community hospital construction after contractor Merit files administration notice. Learn how the project will proceed.
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