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.
A fierce debate erupts between mortgage brokers and building societies as new research reveals growing tensions over lending practices and market access.
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.
TV favourite Cat Deeley unveils her stylish new collection for Marks & Spencer, bringing morning show glamour to the high street with affordable, sophisticated pieces for the modern woman.
A violent attack outside a Midlands Asda supermarket has left a woman with serious injuries as police launch an urgent search for the suspect in a residential area of Birmingham.
West Midlands Police have launched a murder investigation after a 19-year-old woman was discovered dead at a property in Kingstanding. A man has been arrested and remains in custody as detectives continue their enquiries.
Shoppers are going wild for Next's affordable velvet skirt that's a dead ringer for a luxury designer piece costing nearly £2,000. Discover this fashion dupe that's taking the high street by storm.
Major banking shake-up as Lloyds reveals 21 branches across England and Wales will shut their doors permanently in early 2025, with Halifax and Bank of Scotland locations also affected.
The monumental final phase of HS2 tunnelling from Old Oak Common to Euston is imminent, marking a crucial milestone for Britain's high-speed rail revolution that will transform London travel.
Exclusive research reveals how your annual mileage could be costing you hundreds more on car insurance, with high-mileage drivers facing premium increases of up to £1,000.
A groundbreaking £15 million high-value engineering centre is coming to Coventry, creating 150 jobs and positioning the city as a global leader in advanced manufacturing and sustainable technology.
West Midlands Police have launched a renewed appeal for information regarding missing 54-year-old Andrew Gough, who was last spotted in Erdington nearly two weeks ago.
Discover the hottest discounts and bargains hitting Birmingham's high streets. From fashion steals to tech deals, we've uncovered where savvy shoppers are saving big right now.
British home furnishings retailer collapses into administration, closing all 30 stores and making 250 staff redundant in devastating high street blow.
Discover how M&S has created the perfect affordable alternative to Kim Kardashian's Skims dresses, with this stunning £38 number that's taking the UK by storm.
M&S announces revolutionary store overhaul with exciting new fashion brands, homeware collections and competitive pricing strategy at Birmingham Bullring.
After months of uncertainty, a cherished local establishment has triumphantly reopened its doors, bringing joy and familiar faces back to the community.
Thousands of Santander customers wake to missing payments and duplicate transactions in major banking glitch. Here's what you need to know.
A major new competitor is preparing to launch high-speed rail services connecting London to multiple European destinations, promising to revolutionise cross-Channel travel with competitive pricing and enhanced convenience.
West Mercia Police have launched an urgent search for 17-year-old Redditch resident Kieran Hipwell, who vanished from his home on Monday. Authorities and family express growing concern for his welfare.
Two men charged after high-speed police pursuit through Birmingham streets culminates in dramatic crash involving stolen Audi A5. Full court details revealed.
A dangerous driver led police on a high-speed chase through Birmingham residential areas, reaching 80mph before crashing into a lamppost. Read the full story of the dramatic pursuit and sentencing.
Exclusive court footage reveals the emotional moment a heavily pregnant woman admits smuggling £140,000 of cocaine into the UK, claiming she was coerced by gang threats.
Allica's new business current account offers competitive 4.67% AER interest, challenging traditional business banking with innovative features for UK SMEs.
Discover the lucky winners from November's Premium Bonds draw as two bond holders become instant millionaires and thousands more bag life-changing prizes across the UK.
As fireworks light up November skies, animal shelters report alarming surge in lost dogs. Veterinary experts reveal essential strategies to keep your pets safe and calm during the noisy celebrations.
UK police forces are targeting high-performance vehicles like Ford Mustangs in a new speed enforcement initiative. Discover why these powerful cars are drawing extra attention on British roads.
The historic H. Tobys jewellery shop in Taunton has closed its doors permanently, marking the end of an era for the high street after nearly seven decades of trading.
The mysterious vanishing of multi-millionaire Kevin Fagan remains an unsolved enigma five years after he vanished without trace from his Midlands home.
A massive search operation continues in the Austrian Alps for missing British doctor Dr. Michael Sallinger as mystery deepens around his disappearance from popular tourist resort.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves reveals Labour's strategy to increase taxes on high earners while ruling out wealth tax in exclusive Birmingham Live interview.