A Birmingham driving instructor was forced to cancel £252 worth of lessons after the A34 Birchfield Underpass closure caused major traffic chaos. Read how the flooding impacted local business and commuters.
Jalali's Bangladeshi restaurant in Aldergate has been crowned West Midlands Restaurant of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Bangladesh Caterers Association awards.
Outdoor retailer Trespass is closing its Southampton store in March 2026, following recent closures in Watford and Ipswich. Discover the impact on the UK high street.
Hollywood legend Robert De Niro joined partners in Manchester to launch the 6-year Nobu Tower project, featuring a hotel, restaurant and luxury residences. Discover this landmark investment.
The 1920s Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley reopens as Empress African Restaurant on November 22, bringing modern Nigerian cuisine and culture to Birmingham.
Birmingham city centre faces major disruption as Corporation Street closes for emergency works near the Bullring, causing significant traffic delays and alternative route challenges for drivers.
Manchester City Council has approved plans for the city's tallest building - a 76-storey skyscraper that will transform the skyline and create thousands of jobs in a major regeneration project.
A heartwarming Christmas initiative has completely sold out, with volunteers preparing to serve 2,000 festive meals to communities across Greater Manchester during the holiday season.
Discover Chuku's, Birmingham's first Nigerian tapas restaurant, bringing vibrant West African flavours and contemporary dining to the city's historic Jewellery Quarter.
A major transport upgrade is coming to Greater Manchester as plans for a new Metrolink stop at Trafford Wharf receive the green light, promising to unlock economic growth and improve connectivity for businesses and residents alike.
HSBC announces the permanent closure of its landmark New Street branch in Birmingham city centre, affecting thousands of customers and marking the end of an era for high street banking.
Former Manchester United star Gary Neville reveals exciting progress on his ambitious £200m St Michael's development, set to redefine Manchester's city centre with luxury apartments, offices, and a five-star hotel.
The iconic Birmingham Jewellery Quarter institution Joe Richards announces permanent closure, marking the end of an era for city's heritage and leaving 15 employees facing redundancy.
Discover the latest planning applications shaping Rochdale's future, from residential extensions to commercial developments and infrastructure projects validated up to October 31st.
A popular Birmingham curry restaurant implements strict dress code prohibiting tracksuits and hoodies, sparking debate about dining standards and customer expectations.
Discover Birmingham's best restaurant offers this November 2025, from early bird specials to fixed-price menus that won't break the bank.
The company behind Pizza Hut's UK restaurants faces a financial crisis with nearly £70 million in debt, as the casual dining sector battles rising costs and changing consumer habits.
Discover how Manchester's iconic Campfield Market is making a triumphant return, reviving the city's rich food heritage and community spirit with local traders, street food, and cultural events.
Critical incident as emergency services respond to hazardous gas leak on key Birmingham route, causing widespread travel disruption and evacuations
Severe disruption on M54 after serious multi-vehicle collision near Telford. Emergency services rush to scene as motorists face lengthy delays and diversions. Latest traffic updates.
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.
Michelin-starred chef Glynn Purnell and hospitality expert Phil Innes announce the highly anticipated opening of their new Birmingham restaurant Trillium, set to redefine fine dining in the city centre this September.
The acclaimed Summerhouse restaurant on Birmingham's canalside has closed permanently after 14 years, becoming another casualty of rising energy bills and supply chain pressures.
Manchester residents and businesses are invited to participate in a crucial consultation on new Supplementary Planning Documents that will shape development across the city.
Birmingham's historic Aston Hall unveils an exclusive £500 per person dining experience featuring Michelin-starred chefs and rare ingredients in opulent 17th-century surroundings.
Discover how Birmingham's latest fine dining destination is breaking barriers with revolutionary accessibility features while serving exquisite modern British cuisine in the historic Grand Hotel building.
Michelin-starred chef Glynn Purnell reveals the exact launch date for his exciting new Birmingham dining venue, promising an unforgettable culinary experience in the heart of the city.
Michelin-starred chef Glynn Purnell announces the official opening date for his exciting new restaurant 'The Quarter' in Birmingham's historic Great Western Arcade, bringing sophisticated dining to the city centre.
Popular Bristol Italian restaurant Pizzeria da Piero has permanently closed its St Nicholas Market location, leaving loyal customers devastated after 15 years of service.
Birmingham's vibrant Digbeth area welcomes Indian Streatery, a new restaurant bringing authentic Indian street food to the city's thriving culinary scene. Opening March 2025 with bold flavours and contemporary design.