Midlands Power Cut: 600+ Homes Affected
Over 600 properties in Nottinghamshire are without power after a high voltage incident. National Grid engineers are working to restore supply. Full list of affected NG12 postcodes inside.
Over 600 properties in Nottinghamshire are without power after a high voltage incident. National Grid engineers are working to restore supply. Full list of affected NG12 postcodes inside.
Niall Griffiths, a registered sex offender, admitted failing to notify police of his 'Horny Master' online alias. Discover the details of his breach and sentencing.
Colin Harding, 74, died at HMP Stafford from natural causes. He had served under two years of a 21-year sentence for sexual offences. Read the full investigation details.
Registered sex offender Daljinder Singh from Wolverhampton remains at large after three years. Police warn public not to approach and to call 999 immediately if seen.
Andrew Barraclough, 61, died from a lung tumour while serving a 16-year sentence for sexual offences. An investigation praised the 'excellent' care he received. Read the full report.
Shocking crime figures reveal a sex offence is reported every day in Birmingham city centre, the West Midlands' worst location for such crimes. Discover the full list of hotspots.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is warned over a potential 'scary' ISA allowance cut from £20,000 to £10,000 in the Autumn Budget. Discover the impact on UK household savings.
The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for 17 counties as Storm Claudia threatens power cuts and dangerous flooding from Friday. Read the full list of affected areas.
Cross-party group of 27 MPs urges Chancellor to cut VAT and reform business rates for pubs, hotels, and restaurants ahead of Autumn Budget to boost growth.
EDF offers up to £1,000 off solar panel installations until Nov 23. Learn how UK households can cut energy bills and carbon emissions with this limited-time deal.
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves could slash energy bills by up to £200. Key measures include VAT cuts and removing green levies. Find out how this affects you.
Discover Rochdale's vibrant festive arts scene with award-winning brass bands, comedy clubs, and theatre productions. Book tickets for unforgettable Christmas celebrations.
Birmingham artist MeMe Detroit delivered a spectacular EP fundraising show at Deadwax in Digbeth, featuring special guests and a vibrant mix of acoustic and full-band performances. Discover the highlights of this unforgettable evening.
Birmingham's iconic Fallout Clothing, a staple since 1996, opens its first bricks-and-mortar store in Martineau Place. Discover this music merchandise hub turned community space.
A devastated family demands answers after a beloved Birmingham father died from malnutrition when his benefits were dramatically reduced, leaving him unable to afford food.
Exclusive investigation reveals how changes to Universal Credit could leave struggling families £468 worse off annually as cost of living crisis deepens.
Motorists across Britain will receive welcome relief at petrol pumps as the government confirms the precise start date for the 3p per litre fuel duty cut, saving drivers millions amid ongoing cost pressures.
Energy giant OVO announces significant price cut for variable tariff customers, reducing typical annual bill by £145 as wholesale costs fall.
A retired teacher from Solihull has been sentenced to prison after being convicted of sexually abusing young boys during the 1970s and 1980s, following a courageous investigation into historical offences.
Walsall is set to welcome an exciting new rooftop street food venue with panoramic views, transforming the town's culinary scene and creating new jobs.
A massive police manhunt is underway in Birmingham after a driver killed a pedestrian and fled the scene. West Midlands Police are appealing for witnesses to the tragic incident on Walmley Road.
Critical DWP letters are hitting doormats across the UK, warning Employment and Support Allowance claimants their payments could STOP unless they take immediate action. Here's what you need to know.
The South West technology sector is experiencing unprecedented growth with company numbers surging by 9% in just one year, creating a thriving hub of innovation and employment opportunities across the region.
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions is preparing to cut Universal Credit payments for claimants who fail to meet strict work search requirements, affecting thousands across the UK.
A shocking hit-and-run on the M6 near Birmingham leaves passenger critically injured as driver abandons vehicle and escapes on foot. Police launch urgent manhunt.
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions can now slash Universal Credit payments immediately for thousands of claimants under new 'mandatory reconsideration' rules. Discover how this affects you and your rights.
Discover which Birmingham restaurants are causing the biggest buzz as we head into November 2025. From city centre hotspots to hidden gems, find out where Brummies are flocking for unforgettable dining experiences.
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.
Discover the Birmingham restaurants and takeaways competing for top honours in the city's celebrated 2026 Curry Awards, celebrating South Asian culinary excellence.
The music industry is in mourning after Andrew Metcalfe, frontman of Liverpool band Sound of Guns, passed away unexpectedly at age 41, leaving behind a devastated family and legions of heartbroken fans.