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.
Coventry Building Society warns state pensioners on fixed incomes face paying more tax due to frozen thresholds. Discover the financial impact and planning tips.
Gloucestershire Fire Brigade warns combining electric blankets with hot water bottles could cause electrocution as temperatures plummet to -7°C. Stay safe with these essential tips.
A police road safety expert reveals five crucial tips for new and young drivers during Road Safety Week. Learn how to stay safe and reduce risks on UK roads.
Feeling anxious about nights out in Birmingham? Discover five crucial safety measures, from drink covers to the 'Ask for Angela' scheme, to empower your evening.
Discover how Birmingham bars use the secret 'Ask for Angela' code to protect vulnerable patrons. Learn which venues participate and how it works to ensure nightlife safety.
A disabled Bilston mum faces daily misery after a cowboy builder botched a crucial home adaptation, leaving her with a leaking ceiling and a £17,000 repair bill. Discover her fight for justice.
Monmouthshire Building Society partners with St David's Hospice Care for a two-year fundraising initiative to support palliative care in South East Wales communities.
Nationwide Building Society partners with Shout to provide immediate, confidential mental health support via text. Text 'NATION' to 85258 for free, 24/7 help. No one has to face a crisis alone.
A historic Manchester complex has been given a new lease of life as a £30m student accommodation project. The 321-bed development sensitively blends 125-year-old buildings with modern facilities. Discover how the past meets the present.
City of Wolverhampton Council approves a major redevelopment for The Royal School, including a new 630-pupil primary school and sports facilities. Completion is set for 2028.
Nationwide Building Society has pledged to keep all 696 of its and Virgin Money's branches open until at least 2030, a major boost for UK high streets. Discover how this counters the national trend of bank closures.
Heritage campaigners warn Birmingham's iconic Methodist Central Hall remains in mortal danger despite repeated assurances. Urgent action needed to save Grade II* listed building.
Dudley Council to decide on plans transforming Stourbridge's historic Titan Works into a major retirement complex with 150 care home beds and 39 apartments.
The FCA warns millions are wasting up to £25 monthly on credit-building products. Discover free, effective alternatives to improve your credit score today.
A fierce debate erupts between mortgage brokers and building societies as new research reveals growing tensions over lending practices and market access.
Exciting plans revealed to transform empty Darlington Street Methodist Chapel into vibrant community space with café and heritage features in Wolverhampton city centre.
Nationwide Building Society announces it will maintain free cash withdrawals at all UK Post Offices until 2027, providing vital support during the cost-of-living crisis and protecting access to cash for vulnerable communities.
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.
Exciting new plans revealed for Wolverhampton's iconic Beatties building as developers unveil vision for luxury apartments and commercial spaces in the heart of the city.
Exclusive dashcam video reveals the moment a truck driver appears to fall asleep on the M6, veering across lanes in a heart-stopping incident that could have ended in tragedy.
West Midlands Police are hunting thieves who stole a car with a baby inside from a Birmingham street. The infant was found safe minutes later after being abandoned nearby.
A devastating fire has ripped through a Midlands sports facility, prompting a significant emergency response and subsequent arrest as authorities investigate the suspicious incident.
A landmark Birmingham music venue is set to become a state-of-the-art educational facility after planners greenlight the ambitious transformation project in the city's cultural quarter.
Birmingham City Council has initiated a formal investigation after a landmark building in Erdington was illegally demolished, sparking outrage among local residents and heritage campaigners.
Discover the latest planning applications shaping Rochdale's future, from residential extensions to commercial developments and infrastructure projects validated up to October 31st.
Discover the latest planning applications approved and rejected across Rochdale, from housing developments to commercial projects shaping the borough's future landscape.
Conservative MP Marie Goldman praises the Royal National Lifeboat Institution's vital community role beyond emergency rescues, highlighting education and prevention work.
Amazon issues urgent product recall for magnetic stainless steel balls sold on its UK platform over serious safety concerns. Consumers warned to stop use immediately.
Global property giant Savills establishes new Bristol headquarters at prestigious Aurora building, signalling strong confidence in the city's commercial property market and future growth prospects.