27 New Stores Opened at Bullring & Grand Central
Bullring & Grand Central in Birmingham welcomed 27 new stores in 2025, from Uniqlo to Pizza Pilgrims. Discover the full list of exciting retail arrivals.
Bullring & Grand Central in Birmingham welcomed 27 new stores in 2025, from Uniqlo to Pizza Pilgrims. Discover the full list of exciting retail arrivals.
Experts warn a common heating mistake could cause devastating leaks and frozen pipes, leading to insurance claims over £75,000. Learn how to protect your home this winter.
Staffordshire households earning under £36,000 could qualify for free heating upgrades worth up to £30,000 this winter under the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme. Apply now to improve your home's energy efficiency.
Sarah Smith from Bournemouth hasn't used her central heating for three decades. Discover her top energy-saving tips and how she stays warm for only £150 each winter.
Explore Birmingham's vanishing Brutalist architecture, from the doomed Ringway Centre to John Madin's masterpieces. Discover the buildings that shaped the city's skyline.
A heritage railway near Birmingham is running special Christmas Day steam trains on a 'pay what you can afford' basis. Enjoy mince pies and mulled wine on a festive journey from Loughborough and Leicester. Book your magical alternative now!
Octopus Energy reveals three easy changes to cut energy costs by £240. Learn how draught proofing, thermostat control, and adjusting flow temperature can save you money this winter.
Heating experts warn drying clothes on radiators could add £55 to annual bills and cause mould. Discover efficient, cost-effective alternatives to keep your home warm and dry.
Grant Store experts warn turning heating on and off wastes energy. Maintain a steady temperature for efficiency and lower bills this winter.
American fast food chain Wendy's has launched its latest UK outlet at Merry Hill shopping centre in Brierley Hill, delighting fans with its signature burgers and Frosty desserts just before Christmas.
Julie Prince, a civil servant from Somerset, reveals 80% of her salary goes on bills. She can't afford heating and is ineligible for Universal Credit due to her mortgage. Read her story.
UK state pensioners are set for a series of extra payments worth up to £524.75 this winter. Find out if you're eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment and other support.
Experts warn drying laundry on radiators can increase mould risk by 30% and cause 'mega-bucks' energy bills. Discover safer alternatives for your home.
Former Strictly Come Dancing star Layton Williams shares a frightening warning after two men tried to rob him in central London. Read his full story and safety advice.
OVO Energy advises UK households that reducing thermostat temperature by just one degree could cut £90 from yearly bills. Learn more simple tips to slash costs.
A heating expert reveals the true meaning of numbers on your radiator valve. Adjusting to one specific setting can cut your annual bill by up to £180. Learn the simple trick today.
The Energy Saving Trust reveals how cavity wall insulation can cut £240 from annual energy costs for many UK households. Discover if your home is suitable and the key steps to take.
Pensioners in Walsall tower blocks feel like 'second-class citizens' after their social landlord, WHG, ended a subsidy, causing gas prices to soar from 4p to 17.67p/kWh. Read the full story.
Developer Robert Hitchins sells phase one of Central Park in Bridgend to private investors. The 83,693 sq ft, fully-let scheme is a major boost for South Wales commercial property.
As winter arrives, ensure your boiler is safe and efficient. A professional service can cut energy bills and prevent costly emergencies. Get a trusted engineer via Checkatrade's £1,000 guarantee.
Over four million UK households will receive automatic £25 Cold Weather Payments from DWP to help with heating bills this winter. Find out if you qualify.
Emergency services are tackling a building fire in Birmingham city centre this morning, close to New Street station and Grand Central. Video shows smoke billowing. More details to follow.
A £140m transformation of Cardiff Central station is set to proceed, boosting capacity for 20m passengers ahead of Euro 2028. Read the full details.
Experts warn British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo and Octopus customers of the severe health and property risks of turning heating off completely this winter. Discover safer ways to save.
A simple A4 paper test can identify draughty windows, allowing homeowners to slash energy costs. One resident saved £50 with a 15-minute fix, making their home warmer instantly.
Octopus Energy reveals a simple thermostat tweak that could save households up to £145 on energy bills. Discover how to heat your home more efficiently this winter.
Octopus Energy and EDF advise draught-proofing to combat heat loss. Simple measures could save households £80 yearly on energy bills while keeping homes warmer.
A teenage boy was stabbed at Merry Hill's Eat Central food hall during Black Friday shopping chaos. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident which caused major traffic delays.
A teenager was stabbed at Merry Hill shopping centre on Black Friday. Witnesses reported a 'samurai sword' and a slashing in the food hall. Police are investigating.
A broken-down tram at Kenrick Park has halted all Midland Metro services between West Bromwich Central and Handsworth Booth Street, causing major disruption. Passengers are advised to use their tickets on National Express West Midlands buses. #Birmingham