Pension delays hit retired civil servants
Retired UK civil servants report waiting months for pension payments amid service failures. The National Audit Office criticises MyCSP as Capita takes over the £239m contract.
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Arthritis drivers face £1,000 DVLA fine
Motorists with arthritis must inform the DVLA and insurer if it affects driving, or risk a £1,000 penalty and void insurance. Learn the rules to stay legal.
iPhone & Samsung Deals: Up to £460 Off in Vodafone Sale
Vodafone's January sale offers massive savings on Apple and Samsung phones, with over £460 off the iPhone 16e. Compare deals before the sale ends on January 21. Grab your bargain now!
Key North East Appointments Drive Business Growth
Major North East firms including Sintons, RG Corporate Finance, and OnPath Energy announce strategic new hires, signalling regional expansion and sector specialisation. Discover the latest business moves.
Law Firm in Elite Top 10 for Trainee Satisfaction
Regional law firm Wilkin Chapman Rollits has been ranked in the 'Elite' top 10 of the Chambers Student 2026 Guide for trainee solicitor satisfaction. Discover why their training programme excels.
Birmingham snow clearance warning: Legal risk if not done
Birmingham households must clear snow from driveways as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow on January 9. Failure to do so correctly could lead to lawsuits. Expert advice inside.
Airbus to open flagship aerospace academy near Bristol
Aerospace giant Airbus partners with Weston College to launch a flagship skills academy in Filton, creating a talent pipeline for the UK's £2.7bn aerospace cluster. Opening September 2026.
Law Firm Returns to Liverpool City Centre After 15 Years
Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors opens a new central Liverpool hub at 20 Chapel Street, marking a major growth step and praising the city's legal sector. Discover the firm's expansion plans.
Teach Your Old Dog New Tricks: 5 Expert Tips
A clinical animal behaviourist with 20+ years' experience shares five simple techniques to enrich your senior dog's life and strengthen your bond. Learn how to teach 'Nose to Hand' and more.
Sky Mobile price hike: Act now to avoid £18 increase
Millions of Sky Mobile users must act within 30 days to avoid a £1.50 monthly bill increase. The change takes effect from February 14. Expert advice on your rights.
Sintons LLP hits record £19.3m revenue in Newcastle
Newcastle law firm Sintons LLP celebrates a record year with turnover reaching £19.3m and significant team expansion. Discover how their commercial teams drove growth and their commitment to sustainability and community.
New UK Road Safety Plan Aims to Slash Child Deaths
The UK government reveals a bold new road safety strategy targeting a 70% reduction in child deaths by 2035. Key measures include tackling drink driving and improving young driver training.
Dartmoor Firing Notice: Willsworthy Range Jan 2026
The Ministry of Defence announces live firing at Dartmoor's Willsworthy range from Jan 6-9, 2026. Okehampton & Merrivale ranges are inactive. Check warning signals and stay safe.
UK broadband provider hikes bills after dropping price promise
Hyperoptic increases in-contract broadband prices by up to £4 per month from April, abandoning its 'no mid-contract rise' pledge. Discover what it means for 400,000 UK customers.
Former Police Training Centre Could Become 76-Bed HMO
Plans to convert a former West Midlands Police training centre in Smethwick into a 76-bed HMO for healthcare workers and professionals are under consideration. Read the full details.
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School relaunches acting courses
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School announces new foundation courses one year after pausing undergraduate training. Applications close March 26 for a September start.
Sky Mobile confirms first mid-contract price rise in 7 years
Sky Mobile announces a £1.50 monthly increase for most data plans from February 14, marking its first mid-contract rise in over seven years. Find out who is exempt and how to beat the hike.
Birmingham Law Firm Triples Team with Top Talent
FBC Manby Bowdler, part of Adeptio Law Group, nearly triples its Birmingham legal team with five new partners from Top 200 firms, marking a major recruitment drive. Discover the ambitious expansion plans.
Home Ski Practice: Key to Better Holiday Skiing
Discover how a simple pre-holiday ski session at a UK slope can transform your first day on the mountain. Expert tips and a guide to local practice venues.
Birmingham businesswoman's £153,000 mobile bill shock
A West Midlands businesswoman faced a staggering £153,000 mobile bill after a US work trip. Discover how the charges accrued and the impact on her company.
Midlands businesswoman hit with £153k phone bill
A West Midlands entrepreneur faced a staggering £153,000 mobile bill after a 12-day US trip. O2 waived the charges, but her business credit was damaged. Read the full story.
Dec Donnelly buys third property on same London street
TV presenter Dec Donnelly celebrates his new £30m ITV contract with Ant McPartlin by purchasing his third home on the same West London street. Read more about the property expansion.
Will Smith sued by musician for sexual harassment claims
America's Got Talent finalist Brian King Joseph files lawsuit against Will Smith, alleging sexual harassment and wrongful termination from his 2025 tour. Smith's lawyers deny all claims.
Training Firm Expands with £70k Welsh Development Bank Loan
Heads of the Valleys Training opens a second site in Crumlin, backed by a £70,000 micro loan from the Development Bank of Wales, to meet rising demand for industrial and safety courses.
Villa's January transfer targets and contract priority
Aston Villa aim to strengthen Unai Emery's squad for a top-four push. Key targets include a striker, winger, and securing Youri Tielemans' future. Full analysis inside.
DWP sickness benefits training plan criticised as inadequate
A new DWP scheme to train 5,000 SME managers to support sick employees has been branded 'spin politics' by business leaders, who say it fails to address the scale of 2.8 million long-term sick. Read the full analysis.
Workplace sickness scheme slammed as 'spin' by experts
A new government scheme offering free occupational health training to 5,000 line managers has been criticised as inadequate to tackle the UK's 2.8 million long-term sick. Read the full analysis.
DWP training targets 2.8 million on long-term sick
The DWP is rolling out free occupational health training for 5,000 line managers to help small businesses support staff and reduce long-term sickness absences. Read the full story.
Free Brain Games Magazine in Sunday Mercury
Get a free 24-page Brain Games for Adults magazine inside the Sunday Mercury. Packed with puzzles to boost memory and sharpen thinking, it's the perfect New Year brain workout. Pick up your copy!
Paid Armed Forces Gap Year Scheme to Launch in 2026
Teenagers will be offered paid gap years with the UK armed forces from 2026, as part of a new 'whole of society' defence strategy. Discover how the scheme works and who can apply.
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