British Gas offers £1,700 energy debt grants
Struggling with energy bills? The British Gas Energy Trust is offering grants of up to £1,700 to clear debt, and you don't need to be a customer. Apply for support now.
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Erdington arrest after machete and drugs found in car
West Midlands Police arrested a man in his 30s after discovering Class A drugs and a machete during a stop of a suspected stolen vehicle on Sutton Road. Read the full update.
UK energy bills face £75 hike in 2026
UK households face a £75 energy bill increase in April 2026 as network costs rise. Learn how this affects British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo, and Octopus customers.
British Gas cancels Christmas parties for staff
British Gas owner Centrica cancels Christmas parties for 21,000 staff while hosting lavish black-tie event for senior management. Union condemns 'breathtaking' decision.
Millions to get £150 energy discount this winter
British Gas and Octopus are writing to millions of customers about the £150 Warm Home Discount. Find out if you're eligible for this crucial winter bill support.
Couple cut bills by £300 with garden data centre
An Essex couple ditched their gas boiler for a revolutionary heating system, cutting their energy bills from £375 to just £40. Discover how this green tech works.
Midlands drug dealers jailed after police bust
Two members of a Midlands drug line have been sentenced after police seized £11,000. Joshua Johnson and Owen Hargreaves, both 22, were caught after a sock was thrown from a window. Read the full story.
Telford landfill stench warning for December
Residents near Granville Landfill in Telford are warned of a temporary increase in unpleasant odours during essential gas well installation work in December 2025.
£150 Energy Bill Discount for Millions This Winter
Millions of UK households on benefits like Universal Credit will receive a £150 Warm Home Discount this winter. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim.
Birmingham's Foxy Line drug dealers jailed for 40 years
Five drug dealers from Birmingham and Solihull who ran the Foxy Line county drugs operation have been sentenced to nearly 40 years combined. West Midlands Police uncovered the network after finding a WhatsApp group with 2,000 members.
British Gas warns Labour's Net Zero could hike bills
British Gas CEO Chris O'Shea warns Labour's rapid Net Zero transition could create unaffordable energy prices. Read the full analysis of this critical energy bill warning.
£100k and drugs seized from car on M6 motorway
Officers recovered £100,000 and Class A drugs after stopping an erratic car on the M6. A woman was arrested and four pedestrians were reported to immigration. Read the full details.
British Gas £1,700 energy debt grants available
British Gas is paying up to £1,700 to help clear energy debt. You don't need to be a customer to apply for this vital financial support. Find out if you're eligible now.
Royal Mail's Saturday Second-Class Post Update
Royal Mail's Saturday second-class delivery pilot is underway. Get the latest on the service changes, Ofcom's £21 million fine, and what it means for you.
Royal Mail delays Saturday post changes to 2026
Royal Mail postpones major service overhaul, delaying the end of Saturday second-class deliveries until 2026. Find out why and the impact on your mail.
Royal Mail Saturday Letter Delivery Change Delayed
Royal Mail postpones scrapping Saturday second-class letters to 2026. Find out what this means for your post and the reasons behind the delay.
Birmingham drug dealer jailed after suitcase bust
Noor Khan is behind bars for running the 'Noor Line' county drugs operation in Erdington after police found a suitcase full of heroin and cocaine bearing his name and address.
Man arrested after knifeman threats in Wolverhampton street
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Prosser Street, Wolverhampton, after police responded to reports of a man with a knife making threats. He remains in custody.
Tomato Energy collapses, customers moved to British Gas
Thousands of Tomato Energy customers are being transferred to British Gas after the supplier's collapse. Credit balances are protected under Ofgem's safety net. Learn what happens next.
High Earners Risk Losing Child Benefit in Tax Trap
Thousands of UK professionals earning over £60,000 risk losing valuable child benefit payments due to frozen thresholds and rising wages. Discover how the stealth tax is hitting middle-class families.
Aston Villa vs Maccabi Haifa: Birmingham violence mars European clash
Birmingham erupts in violence as Aston Villa fans clash with police ahead of Europa Conference League match. Tear gas deployed, multiple arrests made, and transport chaos ensues in shocking pre-match scenes.
British Gas changes rules affecting millions of customers
British Gas has implemented significant changes to customer accounts that could affect millions of households. Discover how these new rules might impact your energy costs and what you need to know.
Couple found dead in bedroom after suspected drug overdose
A couple in their 40s discovered deceased in Nottingham home with cocaine and fentanyl in their systems, prompting police investigation into the circumstances surrounding their tragic deaths.
Rotten Egg Car Smell: A Deadly Warning
UK drivers are being alerted to a potentially fatal danger hiding in their vehicles. That distinctive rotten egg odour could signal a lethal gas leak that demands immediate action.
Energy Bills Hike: Major Suppliers Raise Prices
Millions of UK households face financial strain as British Gas, EDF, E.ON and Octopus Energy confirm energy price increases starting this autumn. Discover how this will impact your bills and what support is available.
Golf buggy cocaine dealer jailed in Birmingham
A Birmingham drug dealer who used a golf buggy to transport cocaine around the city's streets has been sentenced to prison in a case that highlights innovative criminal methods being employed by drug networks.
New Play Celebrates Newport Rising's Unsung Heroine
Discover the incredible story of Mary Phillips, the working-class woman who played a crucial role in the 1839 Newport Rising, now celebrated in a compelling new theatrical production.
Gas leak closes Coventry Road - major disruption until weekend
A significant gas leak has forced the closure of a busy section of Coventry Road in Birmingham, with engineers working around the clock and disruption expected to continue for days.
Hospital drug error affects thousands of women
Exclusive investigation reveals how thousands of women across the Midlands were administered incorrect drugs during hospital procedures, with some suffering severe allergic reactions and long-term health complications.
Wolverhampton drug dealer jailed after cocaine bust
A Wolverhampton drug dealer who funded a luxury lifestyle through cocaine dealing has been jailed after police uncovered his illicit operation during a routine traffic stop.
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