Autistic man dies in Tenerife after carer dispute
Jamie Cole, 25, died after falling from a hotel balcony. A coroner found his carer's responses 'inappropriate' but ruled no gross failures. Read his mother's heartbreaking statement.
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Redrow Community Fund Donates £2,600 to Local Groups
Redrow South Midlands' Community Fund has awarded £2,600 to three Cambridgeshire organisations, supporting youth sports and adult disability services. Discover how the donations are making a difference.
DVSA warning over dangerous vehicles found in MOT tests
The DVSA issues a stark warning to all drivers after MOT testers discover perilous defects, including seatbelts repaired with tape. It's every motorist's duty to ensure vehicle safety.
OBR boss quits over Budget leak 'worst failure'
OBR chair Richard Hughes steps down, taking full responsibility for the technical failures that led to the pre-Budget leak of sensitive fiscal data. Read the full details of the damning report.
Birmingham office segregates staff by gender
A Birmingham office worker claims men and women have been separated at work, with one female employee allegedly sacked after complaining. Is this legal in the UK?
Black Friday 2025: Huge Home Office Savings
Black Friday 2025 offers massive discounts on home office gear. Save on standing desks, Nespresso machines, ergonomic chairs, and heaters from Amazon, Argos, and more. Upgrade your workspace today!
Businesses cut hiring plans after Budget, poll shows
Over half of UK business leaders plan to slow hiring following the Autumn Budget, with many fearing further tax rises. Discover the impact on corporate growth.
Petition for £20,000 Tax Allowance Hits 10k Signatures
A public petition urging HMRC to raise the Personal Tax Allowance to £20,000 has gained significant traction. Read the government's response and what happens next.
Reeves defends tax rises in Labour Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves refuses to apologise for breaking Labour's tax pledge as Budget pushes tax take to record high. Read the full analysis of political reactions.
Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget: Key Changes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils major Budget reforms on taxes, benefits, and NHS funding. Discover the full list of changes affecting your finances and public services.
Martin Lewis brands Autumn Budget leak a 'cock-up'
Martin Lewis condemns the leaked Autumn Budget as a 'giant cock-up'. Key details, including the Cash ISA cut to £12,000, were revealed early. Discover the fallout.
Martin Lewis condemns OBR Budget leak blunder
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis delivers harsh verdict on OBR's accidental Budget forecast publication. Read his full reaction and what it means for the economy.
Rachel Reeves' 2025 Budget: Key Tax and Economy Facts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Budget 2025 with tax rises on property, pensions and EVs. OBR forecasts show economic growth revised to 1.5% for 2025. Discover the full details.
Budget Scraps Two-Child Cap, Aiding 67,000 Kids
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget, a move that will directly help 67,230 of Birmingham's poorest children and their families.
Met Office 2025 Christmas Snow Forecast Revealed
The Met Office has released its festive forecast. Discover the likelihood of a white Christmas in 2025 and the expected weather patterns across the UK.
HMRC to tax pensioners with average savings
State pensioners with average savings face HMRC tax bills as the Personal Savings Allowance remains frozen. Discover how the Autumn Budget impacts your savings.
Manchester's £1bn Fund for New Office Developments
Andy Burnham's £1bn Good Growth Fund is set to unlock prime office space in Manchester, addressing a critical shortage and boosting the local economy from 2028. Discover the impact.
UK inflation falls to 3.6%, Starmer responds
UK inflation falls to 3.6% for the first time since March. Sir Keir Starmer welcomes the news but warns more work is needed on the cost of living. Read the full analysis.
West Midlands plugs £120m transport budget gap
A projected £119.8 million deficit in the West Midlands transport budget has been drastically reduced to £38.3 million. Discover the measures taken to secure the region's transport future.
Arctic Blast to Bring Snow and -7C Temperatures to UK
The UK faces a sharp temperature drop as Arctic air sweeps in, bringing widespread frost, snow and icy conditions. Discover the forecast and potential for a major stratospheric warming event.
Snow blizzards to hit half of England, reaching Birmingham
Maps reveal snow blizzards will sweep across half of England, reaching as far south as Birmingham on Tuesday. Temperatures are set to plunge below freezing. Read the full forecast.
UK's Second 'Snow Bomb' to Bring Four Days of Snow
The UK faces a second major snow event with a four-day freeze set to hit all Home Nations. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings. Stay informed and prepared.
UK Snow and Ice Warnings as Siberian Chill Arrives
The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for snow and ice as a cold snap from Siberia hits the UK. Find out how the freezing temperatures will impact your area.
Snow forecast for Birmingham as temperatures plummet
Freezing temperatures and snow are set to hit Birmingham this week, with weather maps showing a -10C deep freeze. Get the latest Met Office forecast and travel updates.
UK snow and ice alert as cold snap hits
The UK Health Security Agency issues a cold weather alert for parts of England. Widespread frost, snow, and ice are expected, with temperatures plummeting to -7°C. Drivers warned of hazardous conditions.
6 essential items to buy before -7C Arctic blast
Met Office warns of -7C temperatures and widespread frost. Urgent checklist of 6 essential items every UK household needs to prepare for the cold snap.
Arctic Blast Brings Snow to England: Towns Named
A wall of snow is forecast for England from Tuesday as an Arctic blast sends temperatures plummeting. The UKHSA has issued a cold weather alert. Read the latest.
Met Office: Gather 6 items before Tuesday snow
The Met Office warns UK households to prepare for potential power cuts and being cut off by snow. Gather these six essential items now to stay safe.
UK Snow: 20cm Forecast as Met Office Issues Alert
The Met Office warns of 20cm of snow and severe cold from Nov 18-20. UKHSA issues health alerts. Stay safe and check our full forecast.
PM pledges to claw back asylum hotel excess profits
Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledges to recover millions in 'excess profits' made by asylum hotel contractors, following a BirminghamLive investigation into a Sutton Coldfield hotel. Read the full story.
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