A developer has submitted plans to build four dormer bungalows on the former car park of The Coventry Arms in Upton Snodsbury, a site vacant since 2017. Read the latest on this brownfield development.
Discover the standout North East businesses of 2025, from tech triumphs to green energy leaders, driving regional economic growth. Read the full list now.
Lloyds Bank's latest survey reveals a dip in UK business confidence to 42% in November. Explore the key data and expert insights on hiring, wages, and price pressures for 2026.
Barclays announces a major £45 billion lending increase and £4.4bn UK investment over the next three years, aiming to mobilise economic growth and support customers.
A teenager was stabbed multiple times in Plymouth city centre on December 22. Police are treating it as an isolated incident and urge witnesses to come forward.
Lloyds Bank reveals UK business confidence rose 10 points in 2025, with construction leading the surge. A positive sign for economic growth heading into 2026.
The UK economy slowed sharply between July and September, with GDP growth of just 0.1%. A slump in car manufacturing and falling household savings highlight the pressures. Read the full analysis.
New ONS data reveals UK economic growth slowed to just 0.1% in Q3 2025, posing a major challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Experts warn of a looming recession.
The UK economy grew by just 0.1% between July and September, official data confirms, with manufacturing hit by a major cyberattack. Discover the latest ONS figures and what they mean for the UK's economic outlook.
A 75-year-old man feared for his life after a cow attack left him with a severed artery. The farmer has been fined over £12,000 for health and safety breaches. Read the full story.
Blue Wilson, hiking the UK coastline, returns to Cornwall's coast path over Christmas to complete a missed section. She's raised £7k for marine charities. Follow her journey.
The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 3.75%, its sixth reduction since the election. Governor Andrew Bailey warns of a 'sharper downturn' risk as growth forecasts are slashed. Read the full analysis.
The UK faces a severe cold snap with temperatures plunging to -2C and heavy snow forecast for Devon, Cornwall, and South Wales from December 27. Get the latest weather maps and expert warnings.
Cornish Metals has floated on London's AIM market after re-domiciling to the UK, marking a key step in its plan to restart tin production at the historic South Crofty mine by 2028.
Unemployment in Wales has surged to 6.1%, affecting 94,000 people, while economic inactivity remains stubbornly high at 24.5%. Explore the latest ONS data and political reactions.
Truro and Penwith College names Carl Riding as its new Principal and Chief Executive. He will take up the post in March 2026, bringing a track record of Ofsted 'Outstanding' success. Read more.
Cornwall Airport Newquay is investing in a new high-performance radar system to improve safety and reliability. The upgrade, part-funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, will support all airspace users. Read more.
The UK braces for a major snow event on December 12, with up to 20cm forecast for Scotland and flurries reaching Cornwall. Get the full list of affected areas and timings here.
First Minister Eluned Morgan hails the Wales Investment Summit as a major economic catalyst, securing £16bn in projects from AI data centres to carbon capture. Discover how Wales is positioning itself as a global tech and green energy leader.
Cornish Metals reports major advances in reviving the historic South Crofty tin mine, with key infrastructure work on track. Production is targeted for 2028, promising a £70m annual boost.
The Welsh Government's Investment Summit confirms over 10,000 new jobs from £16bn in projects, including a major US data centre and Vodafone's 5G expansion.
Five men sentenced to 72 years for a terrifying daylight ram-raid on a Birmingham jewellers. They must repay £250k or face more prison time. Read the full story.
Falkland Islands-based Fortuna Ltd acquires Ocean Fish Group, Cornwall's oldest fishing business, aiming for £100m turnover by 2030 through global expansion.
Sutton Harbour Group pauses £60m Plymouth waterfront development as economic conditions deter buyers. Explore the future of this key regeneration site.
Chartered town planner Jen Heal promoted to lead Wales' design advisory body. She will champion design excellence to boost economic growth and community wellbeing across Wales from January.
Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth unveils plans for a new national development agency to boost the Welsh economy, potentially reviving the WDA brand. Learn more about this key election pledge.
North West business leaders give mixed reactions to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget, with many warning of a lack of growth strategy and concerns over regional investment. Read the full analysis.
Welsh business leaders react to the Chancellor's Budget, welcoming investments in AI and nuclear energy but warning that tax rises risk stifling growth. Discover the full analysis.
West of England business leaders warn Rachel Reeves' Budget will dampen investment and job creation. Read the full reaction from the region's key industries.
Liverpool Chamber of Commerce members express relief at 'no surprises' Budget but call for a clearer government vision for long-term economic growth. Read the full analysis.