Halton Council to leave Widnes HQ in cost-saving move
Halton Council plans to leave its iconic Municipal Building in Widnes after a review found it has double the office space needed. The move aims to save millions from a £10m property bill.
Halton Council plans to leave its iconic Municipal Building in Widnes after a review found it has double the office space needed. The move aims to save millions from a £10m property bill.
A £10,000 community fund donation from Redrow is helping the Widnes Historical Society, founded in 1951, reach new residents. Discover how they're preserving local history and building community connections.
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.
UK steak chain Flat Iron has lodged plans to open its first Liverpool site in a Grade II listed building on Castle Street, potentially ending a long-running planning saga. Expected opening summer 2026.
Nationwide Building Society is expected to pay £100 bonuses to eligible members again in 2026. Find out the criteria and how to qualify before the March deadline.
Martin Lewis' MoneySavingExpert team shares expert advice on how to qualify for Nationwide's potential £100 customer bonus in 2026. Learn the key criteria to meet.
Nationwide Building Society's 'Fairer Share' initiative could see members receive a £100 bonus in 2026, with new joiners eligible for an extra £175 switch offer, totalling £275.
Nationwide Building Society confirms it must report customer details to HMRC over its £100 Fairer Share Payment, classified as interest for tax. Find out what it means for you.
Birmingham's cityscape is undergoing a major transformation with approval for new residential and mixed-use towers, adding over 1,500 homes. Discover the future of the city's skyline.
Coventry Building Society urges savers to act as the ISA tax-free allowance is confirmed to fall from £20,000 to £12,000 in April 2027. Experts advise on protecting savings now.
Nationwide reveals cash withdrawals hit a new high of £4.2bn in 2025, but warns the trend is 'exacerbated' by widespread bank branch closures. Discover the full story.
A landmark former Methodist church in Sheffield's Woodhouse area is set for auction on January 28 with a guide price of £125,000. Discover this unique development opportunity.
Explore the 11 historic Birmingham buildings, from the birthplace of heavy metal to iconic cinemas, that locals are desperate to see restored and brought back to life in 2026.
A Wiltshire village shop that served the community for over 230 years is set for a final farewell as plans are submitted to convert the Grade II listed building into living accommodation. Read the full story.
Nationwide Building Society members must act before March to secure a potential £100 Fairer Share payment. Check if your accounts qualify for the annual bonus.
A new study reveals Gen Z's ambitious retirement visions of global travel and new hobbies, but a knowledge gap in pension planning threatens their future. Discover the data and expert advice.
Nationwide Building Society is paying a £175 cash bonus to new customers who switch accounts in January 2026. Find out the steps to claim this post-Christmas financial boost.
Yorkshire Building Society reveals eight clever savings challenges, including the 5p and 100-envelope methods, that could help you stash thousands of pounds by the end of 2026.
A UK building society reveals a clever savings hack starting with just 5p. By increasing your daily savings by 5p, you could accumulate nearly £3,400 in a year. Discover the easy step-by-step method and other effective saving challenges.
Liverpool's £70m plan to transform the iconic Littlewoods building into a TV and film studio complex will be presented to ministers in February. Council leader reveals strong government interest.
Nationwide Building Society customers were left without expected payments after a major app and online banking failure. Read the latest on the outage and what to do if affected.
Millions of Nationwide members could get a £100 Fairer Share bonus in 2026. Learn the eligibility criteria and the crucial March 31 deadline to qualify for the payment.
UK mortgage rates are predicted to tumble, with sub-3.5% deals on the horizon as lenders compete. First-time buyers and those remortgaging could see major savings. Read the full analysis.
Brokers forecast a mortgage price war in early 2026, with rates potentially falling below 3.5%. Leeds Building Society has already cut rates, signalling a competitive start to the year.
Over 12 million UK current accounts pay 1% or less interest on balances above £5,001. Experts warn savers are missing out on hundreds of pounds annually. Learn how to boost your savings now.
Yorkshire Building Society warns 12 million UK current accounts pay 1% or less. Moving savings could have earned £1,000, covering Christmas costs. Act now to boost your interest.
Nationwide Building Society has responded to a customer's plea for a mobile cheque deposit feature in its app. Read the society's official update and how to provide feedback.
Nationwide Building Society warns eligible customers not to miss their £50 'thank you' payment. Check your details and cash cheques before the January 1, 2026 deadline.
Nationwide Building Society reveals thousands received cash and perks. See how students and young members benefited from Fairer Share Payments and generous overdrafts.
The Morris Centre pool at Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital will shut indefinitely due to major building repairs. The closure impacts NHS staff, veterans, and community groups.