Starbucks changes coffee beans ahead of UK sugar law
Starbucks is trialling naturally sweeter coffee beans to reduce sugary syrup use ahead of new UK legislation. Discover the customer reaction and store closure plans.
Starbucks is trialling naturally sweeter coffee beans to reduce sugary syrup use ahead of new UK legislation. Discover the customer reaction and store closure plans.
Millions of UK households face a £700 annual bill after Labour's welfare U-turn. Sickness benefits set to surge by £27bn by 2030. Read the full analysis.
UK retail sales growth slowed to 1.6% in October as cautious households cut spending ahead of expected tax rises in the Labour Autumn Budget. Discover how this affects Christmas shopping.
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.
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major economic reforms including housebuilding revolution, planning system overhaul and infrastructure investment in first speech.
Exclusive: Labour's proposed changes to Winter Fuel Payments could see millions of pensioners facing colder winters as eligibility tightens. Discover how the new means-tested system will work and which households will be affected.
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner demands immediate halt to DWP benefit deductions as families struggle with soaring living costs, warning of devastating consequences for millions.
A heartwarming Christmas campaign launches in Coventry as local foodbank deploys giant festive bear to highlight growing food poverty and rally community support during cost-of-living crisis.
Exclusive analysis of Labour's potential pay-per-mile road tax system that could replace fuel duty and VED, creating a fairer charging model for the EV era.
The new Labour government has finally clarified its position on the controversial 2030 petrol and diesel car ban, revealing crucial details about exemptions and implementation plans that will affect millions of motorists.
Community campaigners in Birmingham are fighting to save a historic Handsworth building from demolition, arguing it represents a vital piece of local heritage worth preserving for future generations.
St Luke's Hospice Christmas collection campaign gains national recognition for outstanding community impact and festive fundraising success
Calls intensify for an independent investigation into Birmingham City Council's financial collapse as opposition leaders demand transparency and accountability.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure from Labour MPs and anti-poverty campaigners to abolish the controversial two-child benefit limit as new figures reveal 1.6 million children are affected.
Labour's Shadow Chancellor unveils ambitious plan to tackle the attendance crisis, fund mental health support in schools, and scrap 'outdated' VAT breaks for private schools to create a fairer education system.
Exclusive: The new Labour government is reviewing plans to significantly increase the fee motorists pay for driving into Birmingham's Clean Air Zone, potentially raising it from £8 to £10 per day.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts mounting criticism after suggesting tax increases for Middle England, sparking backlash from political opponents and economic experts.
The new Labour government announces ambitious plans to accelerate electric vehicle charging infrastructure across Britain, addressing current gaps and boosting driver confidence in going electric.
Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's potential overhaul of vehicle taxation could hit drivers with significant increases, targeting luxury and high-emission vehicles while reshaping motoring costs across Britain.
Labour finally clarifies its position on the 2030 petrol and diesel car ban, confirming significant policy changes that will impact millions of drivers across the UK.
Families across England and Scotland are placing empty children's shoes outside council buildings in a poignant protest against special educational needs funding cuts and support failures.
Discover the emotional story behind John Lewis's 2025 Christmas advert featuring a magical snow globe and the touching original song 'Where Love Lives' that's destined to capture hearts nationwide.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces radical budget approach prioritising fairness and opportunity, with tough decisions ahead to rebuild Britain's economy.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces immediate end to England's de facto ban on onshore wind farms, promising faster approvals and cheaper energy bills as part of Labour's growth mission.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to eliminate tax perks for luxury SUVs, as campaigners demand an end to 'environmentally obscene' subsidies that benefit wealthy drivers.
Shadow Justice Secretary returns £10,000 donation from Jhoots Pharmacy following concerns about the company's regulatory compliance and business practices.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces revolutionary GB Energy plan to cut energy costs, create jobs, and secure Britain's power independence while tackling the cost of living crisis.
A groundbreaking campaign raising awareness about endometriosis has been nominated for a major community award, and public voting is now open to help secure victory for this vital health initiative.
Labour faces growing pressure to abandon controversial two-child benefit limit as new analysis reveals 1.6 million children affected by policy branded 'deeply cruel'.
Exclusive: Labour considers mandatory 'Take Back Control' bills requiring councils to create bespoke powers for their communities in radical devolution shake-up.