Josie Gibson on lipoedema battle and surgery plans
This Morning's Josie Gibson opens up about her worsening lipoedema, a painful fat disorder, and why surgery is her last resort. Read her candid health story.
This Morning's Josie Gibson opens up about her worsening lipoedema, a painful fat disorder, and why surgery is her last resort. Read her candid health story.
A new survey shows North East businesses are feeling more confident as inflation and energy worries fall. Chamber leaders warn the recovery remains fragile. Read the full analysis.
RICS survey reveals Welsh surveyors predict a surge in home sales and rising prices for Q1 2026. Discover the key drivers behind this positive forecast.
PSPA charity hosts a free Lincoln event on March 25 for families & clinicians to improve support for rare conditions PSP & CBD. Register now to attend.
Birmingham TV star Emma Willis shares her shock diagnosis of a congenital heart defect, backing a British Heart Foundation campaign to raise awareness and support research.
Dudley Council has asked the Regulator of Social Housing to lift a formal notice after spending over £3m on a full stock condition survey. The authority says it is now substantially compliant.
Leamington Spa and Lichfield rank in the UK's top 13 happiest places to live, according to a major new survey. Discover which other Midlands towns made the list.
A new government map reveals England's best and worst roads for potholes. See how your council rates as freezing weather threatens to make the damage worse.
Patients across the Midlands are asked to rate their local GP practices in the 2026 survey. See which surgeries topped last year's list with ratings up to 98%.
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.
A new government survey reveals 39% of working-age adults in England and Wales plan to switch jobs within a year, with 78% seeking roles that make a positive difference. Deputy PM David Lammy urges them to consider 'extraordinary' probation careers.
New Nationwide research reveals UK spending priorities for 2026, with travel topping the list despite cost-of-living pressures. Discover how budgets are shifting.
Shoppers in Stonehaven, Scotland, report empty shelves for bread, milk, and fresh food as severe snow disrupts supplies. Read the latest on the UK weather impact.
The annual GP Patient Survey for 2026 is now open. We reveal the ten West Midlands surgeries with the lowest patient ratings from 2025. Share your views to shape local healthcare.
The FTSE 100 index crossed the 10,000 point threshold on the first trading day of 2026, hailed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves as a 'vote of confidence' in the UK economy. Experts warn investors to stay cautious.
New NHS survey data reveals the Birmingham GP practices patients find most difficult to contact by phone and online. See the full list of the top 10.
Parkinson's UK hosts a free information and social event in Blackpool on January 21. Meet experts, join a dance session, and connect with local support. Book your place now.
Motorists with arthritis are being warned they could face a £1,000 fine if they fail to inform the DVLA about their condition, especially as cold weather worsens symptoms. Check the rules now.
A new Santander poll reveals over a third of Brits perform more random acts of kindness at Christmas, from charity donations to checking on neighbours. Discover the heartwarming data.
The UK's FTSE 100 surged 21.5% in 2025, its strongest performance since the financial crisis, outperforming major US and European indices. Discover the sectors that drove the rally.
A new survey reveals the most disappointing Christmas gifts Brits received in 2024, from used pyjamas to rotten fruit. Find out what people did with their unwanted presents.
Birmingham shoppers are outraged as Easter eggs hit supermarket shelves just days after Christmas, nearly 100 days early. Discover the debate and see the pictures.
The DVLA warns drivers with excessive sleepiness from conditions like sleep apnoea must declare it or risk a £1000 fine and prosecution. Check if you're affected.
Barclays research reveals the Labour Autumn Budget has provided clarity for 42% of UK firms, spurring investment in AI and cybersecurity. Discover the key findings and business sentiment.
A new poll reveals a worrying gap in Gen Z's understanding of drink-driving dangers, with many seeing it as more acceptable. Read the full findings and expert reaction.
A fifth of Brits got unwanted Christmas presents in 2024, from used pyjamas to a Spurs book for a Chelsea fan. Discover the worst gifts and what to do with them.
A new survey reveals 30% of Brits plan to cut discretionary spending in 2026 to prioritise investing, as living costs rise. Discover the key areas facing the chop.
Shoppers are stunned as Tesco and Poundland stock Easter products just days before Christmas Day 2025. Discover the public reaction and why supermarkets are selling festive goods four months early.
Avi Krishnan, 13 from Pinner, sees the world in shades of grey due to achromatopsia. His family supports Fight for Sight's Christmas appeal to fund sight loss research and gene therapy trials.
Leamington Spa and Lichfield rank in the UK's top 12 happiest places, based on a major resident survey. Discover which other Midlands towns made the list.