Banks Group welcomes six new graduates, while B Local North East, True North, Metropolitan House, and Nova Pangaea Technologies announce key appointments. Discover the latest business moves shaping the region.
Money experts warn Nationwide customers with over £5,000 savings to act now. Online banks offer better deals as high street giants prepare to slash rates following Bank of England cut.
Which? expert reveals how sticking with a high street bank could cost you over £300 in lost savings interest. Discover the top tips for finding better rates and protecting your money.
Nationwide Building Society urges customers of closing banks to switch, vowing to keep its branches open until 2030. Over 6,600 UK branches have closed since 2015.
Lloyds Banking Group is shutting 16 branches across the UK in January 2026, accelerating its move to digital services. See the full list of affected locations and alternative banking options.
Nationwide Building Society commits to keeping its entire network of 696 high street branches open until at least 2030, bucking the industry trend of widespread closures.
A new survey reveals over half of Brits haven't moved savings in a year, risking hundreds due to low high street rates. Experts urge action to switch accounts.
UK savers holding over £5,000 with major high street banks are urged to switch to online accounts for better returns as rates are cut. Discover the top three savings accounts now.
Money experts warn savers with major high street banks like Nationwide, Lloyds, and NatWest could be missing out on far better interest rates offered by online providers. Discover the top accounts now.
NatWest is reducing interest rates on multiple savings accounts from January 19, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Savers are urged to review their options.
Savings expert Matthew Jenkin warns UK bank customers could miss out on £333 interest on £10k by not switching from high street banks. Find out how to maximise your savings in 2026.
Santander, First Direct, and Nationwide are offering up to £200 in free cash for new customers who switch accounts. Learn how to qualify for these New Year's banking deals and boost your finances.
More than 300 people enjoyed a festive carol concert at St Mary's Church, Rawtenstall, raising vital funds for three local food banks. Discover how the community came together in song.
The Rossendale Ramblers enjoyed a festive week of walks, from a rainy pre-lunch ramble to a sunny tunnel route and a magical Santa sleigh sighting in Sabden. New Year walks are planned. Join them!
Personal finance expert Matthew Jenkin reveals how sticking with familiar banks could cost UK savers hundreds. Discover how to find better rates and protect your savings.
Zipcar UK shuts down on 31 December 2025, putting 71 jobs at risk. Subscriptions will be refunded pro-rata. Read the full story and find alternative car-sharing options.
A 'closing down' notice has appeared at Plymouth's House of Fraser, suggesting a March 2026 closure. Shoppers are concerned as the building is for sale for £3m. Read the latest.
Lloyds Bank confirms 16 branch closures across the UK in January 2026, as part of wider cuts. See the full list of affected locations and dates.
Halifax announces eight more branch closures in early 2026, part of Lloyds Banking Group's ongoing shift towards digital services. See the full list of affected locations.
Alex Scrimgeour departs as Everyman Cinema CEO after nearly five years. Farah Golant takes interim role as the premium chain reports strong 2025 revenue growth. Read the latest business news.
County Durham's MGL Group reports strong growth with turnover reaching £171.3m and operating profit hitting £27m. The firm is investing in green tech and positioning for future success.
Griggs Timber Company in Gloucester shuts down days before Christmas after years of losses, affecting two dozen workers. Read the full story on this historic closure.
Halifax announces 14 further branch closures in 2026, including Birmingham Bearwood. Over 100 Lloyds Banking Group sites will have shut by end of 2025 as customers move online.
Lloyds Banking Group will close 71 Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland branches in 2026 due to online banking shift. See the full list of affected locations.
Lloyds Banking Group is closing 55 Lloyds and Halifax branches, impacting local access to cash. See the full list of locations and dates for 2025.
William Free, ringleader of a major South West drugs network, has had his sentence increased to 17 years. His gang was uncovered due to his link to a Birmingham courier, Anthony Cunningham. Read the full investigation details.
Lloyds Banking Group confirms 44 Lloyds Bank and Halifax branch closures across the UK in 2026. Find out if your local branch is affected and what alternative banking support is available.
Lloyds Bank customers in 15 towns and cities face branch closures. See the full list of affected locations and learn about alternative banking options available to you.
Derbyshire Police issue urgent safety warning after children are invited to join a WhatsApp and Snapchat group with over 500 members. Parents urged to check app settings and monitor online activity.
Hundreds of Birmingham residents, from the homeless to struggling workers, visited food banks in Lozells and Handsworth for essential supplies before Christmas. Read the full story.