Reeves defends tax rises in Labour Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves refuses to apologise for breaking Labour's tax pledge as Budget pushes tax take to record high. Read the full analysis of political reactions.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves refuses to apologise for breaking Labour's tax pledge as Budget pushes tax take to record high. Read the full analysis of political reactions.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils major Budget reforms on taxes, benefits, and NHS funding. Discover the full list of changes affecting your finances and public services.
Martin Lewis condemns the leaked Autumn Budget as a 'giant cock-up'. Key details, including the Cash ISA cut to £12,000, were revealed early. Discover the fallout.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis delivers harsh verdict on OBR's accidental Budget forecast publication. Read his full reaction and what it means for the economy.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Budget 2025 with tax rises on property, pensions and EVs. OBR forecasts show economic growth revised to 1.5% for 2025. Discover the full details.
Sainsbury's faces backlash over its new Mince Pie Brioche Style Wrap, with shoppers calling the festive product 'vile' and saying it has 'gone too far'. Discover the viral reaction.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget, a move that will directly help 67,230 of Birmingham's poorest children and their families.
McDonald's UK removes eight international favourites from today, making way for new Grinch-themed Christmas menu including limited-edition socks. Discover the full changes.
Lidl is the UK's cheapest supermarket for Christmas dinner 2025, offering a full festive feast for eight people for just £11.85. Discover how they've slashed prices.
State pensioners with average savings face HMRC tax bills as the Personal Savings Allowance remains frozen. Discover how the Autumn Budget impacts your savings.
Food prices at nine major UK supermarkets could increase further due to potential tax hikes in the Autumn Budget. Learn how this affects your weekly shop.
Sainsbury's customers can add a £2 donation at checkout to support Comic Relief's food poverty initiative this Christmas. The supermarket aims to provide millions of meals.
Sainsbury's urges customers to donate £2 this Christmas to help combat food poverty. The initiative, in partnership with Comic Relief, runs until December 24.
Plans submitted for Walsall's rooftop street food venue after council closure over safety. Over 100 jobs created. Decision expected January 2026.
Sainsbury's has launched a controversial 'Pickles in Blankets' twist on the Christmas classic, leaving UK customers divided. Discover the festive food reaction.
The Food Standards Agency warns customers not to eat three recalled Christmas food products due to undeclared almonds. Return items for a full refund.
A Walsall wedding caterer was hit with a £5,000+ court bill after environmental health found mouse droppings and chew marks. Check food hygiene ratings before booking.
Aldi's popular Festive Bake is back on shelves for just 70p each, offering a budget-friendly alternative to Greggs' version. Discover the tasty details and other returning festive favourites.
Discover how a savvy mum of six used Tesco Clubcard points to slash her £96 Christmas food shop to just £4. Learn her money-saving tricks anyone can replicate.
A projected £119.8 million deficit in the West Midlands transport budget has been drastically reduced to £38.3 million. Discover the measures taken to secure the region's transport future.
Iceland launches a frozen Christmas dinner for four at just £25, receiving rave five-star reviews. This festive feast includes turkey, roast potatoes, and all the trimmings.
M&S faces customer backlash over its £195 Christmas Beef Wellington. Discover why shoppers are calling the price 'astonishing' and read the retailer's defence.
Nando's has launched its first festive menu since 2022, featuring three new items including a Christmas burger and chocolate orange brownie. Discover the full menu details.
Brits are swapping festive treats for regular groceries amid Autumn Budget anxiety. Discover how this impacts major supermarkets like Tesco and Sainsbury's.
Discover six expert tips for choosing a beautiful, budget-friendly Christmas tree. Learn about size, shape, and care to avoid needle drop and create festive magic.
Discover Society Birmingham, a new 9,000sq ft food & drink hall. Enjoy local beers, top coffee, and five street food vendors - the perfect festive retreat.
Discover the 2025 prices for beer, sausages, and chips at Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market. See what's changed and what visitors are saying about the festive costs.
A festive review of Wetherspoons' Christmas menu reveals a surprising omission in their roast dinner. Discover if this budget-friendly option delivers holiday cheer.
Wetherspoons has launched its 2025 Christmas menu with new festive items, but some favourites are missing and prices have increased by 16%. Available until December 31.
Discover seven legal ways to reduce your tax bill ahead of the November budget. Act now to protect your savings from potential income tax rises.