Cramlington-based modular construction firm Merit enters administration, resulting in over 300 redundancies and halting work on major projects like Berwick Infirmary. Administrators seek solutions.
Unilever confirms plans to cut around 50 roles at its Port Sunlight factory in Wirral to 'maximise efficiencies'. Read the full story on the proposed redundancies.
Discover Kelly Brook's impressive 33-film career from The Italian Job to Piranha 3D while she appears on I'm A Celebrity. Explore her complete filmography here.
Met Office issues yellow warning as 15-hour snow storm threatens power cuts and travel chaos across 12 UK towns and cities from Tuesday. Stay informed.
Barclays announces significant mortgage rate cuts, with Skipton and Leeds also reducing prices. Experts suggest a lender price war is brewing ahead of the Budget. Act now to secure a deal.
Parts of Birmingham have some of the worst unemployment rates in England, with Perry Barr at 15.4%. Discover the latest figures and the government's response.
New Universal Credit claimants with health conditions will receive nearly 50% less support from April 2026. Discover how these controversial changes affect disability benefits.
The DWP is ending the mandatory 35-hour weekly job search for Universal Credit claimants. Discover how the new personalised approach will reform the welfare system.
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.
Major NHS England restructuring sees 18,000 staff facing redundancy as health service merges with Department of Health. Voluntary redundancy scheme explained.
Japanese firm NSK plans to close two UK car parts factories, putting 350 jobs at risk. Unions vow to fight the closures in County Durham. Read the full story.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to cap tax-free pension contributions, potentially costing high earners nearly £50,000. Discover the full impact of the Autumn Budget.
Holidaycottages.co.uk is hiring a Joy Seeker for a year-long, all-expenses-paid role travelling to the UK's happiest destinations. Apply by January 20, 2026.
A new partnership between the Premier League and West Midlands Combined Authority aims to help 29,000 young people find employment through training and work experience opportunities.
Major NHS restructuring will eliminate 18,000 roles across England as ministers aim to reduce bureaucracy. Unions warn of disruption to patient services and loss of vital expertise.
UK unemployment rate rises to 5%, the highest level in over four years. Wage growth slows and payroll numbers fall, signalling a cooling labour market. Discover the economic implications.
Exclusive: 45% of NHS managers report serious concerns about staff safety as St George's flags create intimidating environments for frontline workers, particularly minority ethnic staff.
UK unemployment reaches post-pandemic peak of 5% with 32,000 fewer payrolled employees in September. Wage growth slows but remains above inflation-comfort levels. What's next for the economy?
Lancaster University plans to cut over 400 jobs, prompting lecturer strikes and fears from local businesses and students about the economic and educational impact.
Exclusive investigation reveals how HMRC is deducting thousands from state pension payments to recover historic tax debts, leaving retirees facing financial uncertainty. Learn who's at risk and what you can do.
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.
An innovative partnership between Black Country organisations and KIC Radio is transforming youth employment support, creating new opportunities and breaking down barriers for young job seekers across the region.
Construction begins on state-of-the-art 330,000 sq ft logistics facility at Chatterley Valley, creating hundreds of jobs and boosting Staffordshire's economy
Calls intensify for an independent investigation into Birmingham City Council's financial collapse as opposition leaders demand transparency and accountability.
Furious commuters across the West Midlands are questioning the logic behind drastic rail service reductions as trains continue to run virtually empty while passengers face overcrowding and cancellations.
Britain's beloved toy chain The Entertainer faces tough restructuring with significant job losses as rising costs and tax pressures hit the retail sector hard.
Lidl announces major price cuts across more than 100 everyday items in UK stores, delivering relief to shoppers amid cost of living pressures.
Online fashion giant ASOS announces significant workforce reduction affecting 500 roles across UK operations, including key Birmingham distribution centres, as part of cost-cutting measures.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Birmingham City Council's disastrous Oracle IT implementation created a financial black hole, forcing service cuts and council tax hikes across the city.
West of England Metro Mayor Dan Norris reveals significant economic achievements while outlining ambitious plans for future growth, investment and job creation across the region.