UK Celebs Spending Christmas 2025 Alone
Olivia Attwood, Pete Wicks and Strictly's Luba Mushtuk explain their reasons for a solo Christmas Day in 2025. Discover why they're choosing solitude this festive season.
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Pupils' Jingle Bell Jog Supports East Cheshire Hospice
Dean Valley Primary School pupils ran a festive Jingle Bell Jog to raise money for East Cheshire Hospice. The school community rallies around the vital local charity as it prepares for its annual Christmas tree collection.
Manchester Christmas Markets Close with Mixed Trader Views
Manchester's Christmas Markets have ended for 2025. While some traders reported their worst year in 20 years, others saw strong sales. Read the full story on the festive season's economic impact.
UK -2C Snow Storm Hits Three English Counties at Christmas
The UK faces a severe -2C snow storm over Christmas, with three counties bearing the brunt. Met Office warns of a 7C temperature drop. Read the latest forecast and travel warnings.
SSAFA's Christmas Hampers Bring Cheer to Veterans
SSAFA volunteers have delivered 40 Christmas hampers to veterans in South East Wales, a scheme now in its third year. The initiative provides vital festive support to the Armed Forces community.
Hays Travel acquisitions paused by competition watchdog
The Competition and Markets Authority has ordered Sunderland's Hays Travel to pause integrating Polka Dot and Millington Travel. Read the full details of the investigation.
CMA warns drivers paying too much for fuel
The UK's competition watchdog says drivers are likely overpaying for fuel due to high retailer margins. A new 'fuel finder' scheme aims to boost transparency and competition.
CMA warns of 'weak' competition in UK fuel market
The UK competition watchdog finds fuel retailers' profit margins remain 'persistently high', with weak competition keeping pump prices up. New fuel finder scheme aims to empower motorists.
CMA: Fuel margins 'unexplained', competition weak
A new CMA report warns UK petrol and diesel drivers face persistently high fuel margins that cannot be explained by operating costs. Find out what this means for pump prices.
First North East Elevate Fund Deal Backs Newcastle Wellness Studio
Reform Studio on Newcastle's Quayside is the first business backed by the new £35m North East Elevate Fund. The wellness centre will offer reformer pilates, yoga, and sound healing, creating jobs and boosting the local economy.
Birmingham Christmas Market overwhelmed by crowds and rain
A first-time visitor to Birmingham's Christmas Market shares her experience of overwhelming crowds, relentless rain, and severe travel disruption. Discover why she plans to avoid the festive event in future.
UK faces 418 miles of snow with -11C Beast from the East
The UK faces a major snow event with up to six inches forecast for five counties. A Beast from the East could bring -11C lows around January 3. Read the full forecast.
Wetherspoons Christmas openings in West Midlands
Find the full list of 42 Wetherspoons pubs open in the West Midlands on Christmas Day 2024, offering festive meals and company for those alone. Discover your local.
Birmingham man caught smuggling alligator heads into UK
A Birmingham father attempted to smuggle 80 alligator heads into the UK for his eBay side hustle. Discover how Border Force stopped him and his suspended sentence.
£3 bus fare cap makes festive travel affordable
The government's £3 bus fare cap, extended to 2027, makes Christmas markets and New Year's Eve fireworks accessible and affordable. Discover routes and savings.
Police tackle anti-social behaviour in Birmingham centre
West Midlands Police increase patrols in Birmingham city centre after reports of anti-social behaviour and a firework incident. A dispersal order is now in place.
CMA Investigates ABF's Hovis Takeover
The UK's competition watchdog has launched a formal investigation into Associated British Foods' purchase of Hovis. The outcome could reshape the British bread market. Read the full details.
Charity delivers 2,400+ gifts to children in poverty
Lifting Children's Hopes Charity has delivered over 2,400 presents to disadvantaged children across Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands this Christmas, tackling rising child poverty rates.
Hospice @Home Christmas Appeal: Your Donation's Impact
East Cheshire Hospice reveals how donations to its Christmas @Home appeal fund vital end-of-life care. From £25 for emotional support to £595 for overnight nursing, see how you can help.
Charity delivers 2,400+ Christmas gifts to children in poverty
Lifting Children's Hopes (LCH Charity) has delivered over 2,400 festive gifts to disadvantaged children and teenagers across the East Midlands this Christmas, combating child poverty.
UK White Christmas Forecast After 15-Year Snow Drought
The Met Office forecasts potential snow showers in the east next week, raising hopes for the UK's first widespread white Christmas since 2010. Read the latest weather warnings and expert analysis.
Five Days of Heavy Snow Forecast for UK from Dec 27
Weather maps predict a five-day snow event hitting the UK from December 27, with temperatures plunging to -6C. East Anglia, the Midlands and the North East are at risk.
Birmingham Christmas Market 2025 enters final week
Time is running out to experience Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market 2025. The festive attraction departs on Christmas Eve. Discover what's still on offer for your last-minute visit.
Jet2 expands Birmingham's Christmas Markets for 2026/27
Jet2 announces eight 'fairytale' Christmas market destinations from Birmingham Airport for Winter 2026/27, including new flights to Copenhagen. Book your festive getaway.
Police Reassure Public Over Birmingham Safety
West Midlands Police launch Winter in Action initiative with specialist officers to tackle knife crime and reassure visitors to Birmingham's Christmas Markets. Senior officers urge public not to fear the city centre.
White Christmas Forecast: Snow Maps Hint at Festive Freeze
New weather maps suggest snow could sweep the UK on Christmas Day, potentially mirroring the 2018 'Beast from the East'. Discover the latest forecast and regional impacts.
Jet2's New Copenhagen Christmas Route from Birmingham
Jet2 announces a brand-new festive route from Birmingham Airport to Copenhagen's Christmas markets for Winter 2026/27, expanding its seasonal offerings. Book your magical getaway now!
Birmingham parents anxious over Christmas market safety
Parents in Birmingham are expressing deep concern over letting their children visit the city's Christmas Markets alone, following a spate of knife crime. Discover their fears and police safety advice.
Beast from the East Snow Threat for Christmas Day
New weather maps warn of a potential 'Beast from the East' hitting the UK on Christmas Day, bringing snow to Scotland, northern England, and Wales. Read the latest forecast details.
UK Christmas snow forecast worsens, Beast from East threat
The UK faces a severe Christmas freeze as forecasts worsen, with snow predicted for December 25 and a potential 'Beast from the East' weather event. Get the latest Met Office updates.
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