Nationwide earnings fall after mortgage lending dips
Nationwide Building Society reports a pre-tax profit fall to £486m as mortgage lending decreases and Virgin Money acquisition costs rise. Discover the full financial details.
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Leeds office block for sale with over £4m price tag
A prominent Leeds city centre office building is on the market for more than £4m. 84 Albion Street offers significant conversion potential into a boutique hotel or residential accommodation.
Northern Bear revenue jumps 31% to £49.4m
Newcastle building services firm Northern Bear reports strong half-year growth with revenue reaching £49.4m and operating profit hitting £4.1m, despite challenging market conditions ahead.
300+ jobs lost in North East construction firm collapse
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.
Pensioners warned of tax rise from threshold freeze
Coventry Building Society warns state pensioners on fixed incomes face paying more tax due to frozen thresholds. Discover the financial impact and planning tips.
Cowboy builder leaves Bilston mum with £17k repair bill
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.
Building Society Backs Hospice Care for Two Years
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 offers free 24/7 mental health text support
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.
Malhotra Group wins £660k from Aviva in fraud case
Newcastle's Malhotra Group secures £660,000 payout from Aviva after High Court dismisses fraud allegations over hotel water damage. Read the full legal victory story.
Award-winning HLM Architects opens Plymouth studio
Award-winning HLM Architects has launched a new Plymouth studio at Alma Yard, marking its return to the city and strengthening its South West presence. Discover their regional vision.
Historic Manchester site becomes 321-bed student accommodation
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.
Major Revamp for Historic Wolverhampton School Approved
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 extends branch promise to 2030
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.
Birmingham's Methodist Central Hall Decay Crisis
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.
Allsee Technologies opens new Birmingham HQ
Digital signage leader Allsee Technologies has completed its new UK headquarters in Birmingham's West Longbridge, creating skilled jobs and advancing regional regeneration. Discover the impact.
Historic Titan Works Set for Care Home Redevelopment
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.
Birmingham flat fire battled by over a dozen crews
More than a dozen firefighters tackled a flat blaze on Old Walsall Road in Hamstead overnight. No injuries were reported. Get the latest Birmingham news.
1.5m UK Homes Waste Cash on Credit Schemes
The FCA warns millions are wasting up to £25 monthly on credit-building products. Discover free, effective alternatives to improve your credit score today.
Mortgage market clash: Brokers vs building societies
A fierce debate erupts between mortgage brokers and building societies as new research reveals growing tensions over lending practices and market access.
Wolverhampton's historic chapel to become community hub
Exciting plans revealed to transform empty Darlington Street Methodist Chapel into vibrant community space with café and heritage features in Wolverhampton city centre.
£74m Logistics Hub Construction Begins in Stoke
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
Nationwide: Free cash withdrawals until 2027
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.
Birmingham campaigners fight to save historic Handsworth building
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.
Wolverhampton's Historic Beatties Building Set for Major Revamp
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.
Liverpool's St John's Market Up for Sale
One of Liverpool's most historic retail destinations, St John's Market, is now available for purchase in a landmark commercial property opportunity that could reshape the city's shopping landscape.
West Midlands Plans 5,000 New Homes in Major Regeneration
Ambitious regeneration plans could transform the West Midlands with thousands of new homes, commercial spaces, and community facilities set to breathe new life into the region.
Sports Centre Fire: Arrest After Major Midlands Blaze
A devastating fire has ripped through a Midlands sports facility, prompting a significant emergency response and subsequent arrest as authorities investigate the suspicious incident.
Historic Birmingham venue becomes music school
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 landmark illegally demolished - council probe
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.
Wales Business Titan Expands Cardiff Headquarters
Cardiff's commercial property market receives massive boost as Wales' largest independent commercial property consultancy completes landmark deal at St David's House.
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