Lidl to open 19 new UK stores, including Birmingham
Discount supermarket Lidl announces a major expansion, opening 19 new stores across the UK in eight weeks. The move creates 640 jobs and includes a new Birmingham branch in Kingstanding.
Discount supermarket Lidl announces a major expansion, opening 19 new stores across the UK in eight weeks. The move creates 640 jobs and includes a new Birmingham branch in Kingstanding.
A Handsworth supermarket must pay nearly £24,000 after environmental health officers discovered a live mouse and cockroaches in the crisps section. Read the full court report.
Over 54,000 UK households risk a £100 fine for missing the 31 Jan tax return deadline on solar income. Check your SEG payments and side hustle earnings now to avoid penalties.
UK taxpayers risk £100 fines as HMRC's phone service automatically disconnects after 70 minutes. With the January 31 deadline approaching, experts warn it's 'pot luck' to get through. Read the full report.
Harborne Kitchen, a Michelin Guide-listed restaurant in Birmingham, has closed permanently after nine years. Find out what happened and the impact on the local food scene.
England's new Simpler Recycling rules start March 31, 2026, standardising waste collection. Households risk £400 fines for incorrect sorting. Learn the changes now.
Martin Lewis warns 5 million to file Self Assessment now. Miss the Jan 31 deadline and face an automatic £100 fine, even if you owe no tax. Act fast to avoid penalties.
UK motorists could face fines of up to £1,000, penalty points, and even vehicle seizure for non-compliant number plates. Learn the DVLA rules to avoid penalties.
We taste-tested fresh chicken soups from seven major UK supermarkets against Covent Garden. Discover which budget soup beat the premium brand and see the full price and ingredient breakdown.
Tandridge Council considers a Public Spaces Protection Order to tackle anti-social driving in Caterham, including pavement parking and unnecessary horn use. Have your say.
Blue Badge holders must renew permits manually or risk £1,000 penalties. Apply three months before expiry. Government clarifies rules for fluctuating conditions like Parkinson's.
A Nottingham mother was left 'dumbfounded' after receiving a £100 parking fine for an alleged 18-hour stay during a brief shopping trip. She is fighting the charge, with campaigners warning of a widespread issue.
Dashcam footage shows a Mercedes driving in Walsall with almost zero visibility. The RAC warns of fines and danger. Read the full story and see the shocking video.
UK drivers must update DVLA details or face a £1,000 fine ahead of the 2026 digital driving licence rollout. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander hails the change as a 'game changer' for ID.
Motorists in England are being hit with fines up to £500 for parking over fire hydrants. Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service warns this illegal act delays emergency responses. Learn how to avoid penalties.
New national recycling rules start March 31, 2026, requiring four-bin separation. Households in England risk £400 fines for non-compliance. Check your local council's plans now.
HMRC issues urgent Self Assessment warning for 4 income types. 5.65 million must file by Jan 31 or face a £100 fine. Check if you need to submit a return now.
Local councils gain new powers to issue £100 fines for pavement parking. The move aims to improve safety for pedestrians, wheelchair users, and parents with pushchairs. Find out how this affects your area.
Aldi has been named the UK's cheapest supermarket for the fifth consecutive year, saving shoppers hundreds. Find out which rivals came close and how to cut your grocery bill.
Van experts warn drivers that overloading vehicles is a costly and dangerous mistake this winter. Check your van's weight limit to avoid a £300 fine and penalty points.
The FCA has fined two former Carillion finance directors over £370,000 for 'reckless' actions that misled the market before the firm's 2018 collapse. Read the full details of the enforcement action.
UK motorists face on-the-spot fines for driving with frosted windows as temperatures plummet. Experts warn of £5,000 penalties for snow on roofs and illegal vaping.
London Councils installs automatic number plate recognition cameras to enforce lorry controls. Drivers risk £550 fines for non-compliance. Full details on the new enforcement scheme.
UK motorists could be fined for driving unnecessarily slowly, even below 20mph. Experts warn it's a dangerous hazard. Read the full rules to avoid penalties.
Nationwide Building Society responds to customer complaints over payments pending for up to seven days. The issue follows a recent £44m fine for weak financial crime controls.
UK motorists are being warned that wearing gloves while driving this winter could lead to a £1,000 fine and penalty points for creating 'unnecessary danger'.
A family blind taste test of own-brand colas from Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, and Morrisons reveals the top alternative to Coca-Cola, with major savings on sugar and cost.
Two in five motorists caught breaking driving laws, with new camera tech targeting offenders. Experts warn of severe financial and safety risks. Read the full report.
Motorists are warned that parking or turning on a stranger's driveway is trespassing and could lead to a £5,000 fine, community orders, or prosecution.
Households across the UK face fines up to £300 for using wood burners incorrectly in smoke control zones. Learn the rules on authorised fuels and Defra-exempt appliances to avoid penalties.