Northumberland manufacturer resilient despite profit fall
Northumberland wood panel manufacturer Egger UK sees turnover and profit fall but directors express confidence in long-term strategy and market position. Read the full financial report.
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Octopus Energy's new smart tariff saves social tenants £200
Octopus Energy launches Britain's first smart energy tariff for social housing, saving tenants up to £200 annually with solar panels and battery storage. See how it works.
Reading to hike parking charges for polluting vehicles
Reading Borough Council will introduce emissions-based parking charges from February 2026. Petrol and diesel drivers face surcharges of up to 25% in a bid to improve air quality and reach carbon neutrality.
Husband haunted by wife's scream in fatal golf course chase
A husband witnessed his wife's death on a golf course as a van fleeing police mowed her down. The driver was jailed for 13.5 years. Read the full tragic story.
Framing New Brighton film screening comes to Bradford
Critically praised documentary Framing New Brighton, exploring the town's social history through photography, screens at The Light Bradford on February 10. Book tickets now for this sold-out sensation.
Man says girlfriend climbed out of tower block window
Jordan Herring tells Birmingham Crown Court his teenage girlfriend climbed from a fourth-floor window after a row. He denies attempted murder. The trial continues.
Mum's 999 call reveals son's threat after teen's tower block fall
A mother told 999 her son had a knife and she feared for her life after his teenage girlfriend fell from a fourth-floor window in Chelmsley Wood. The trial continues at Birmingham Crown Court.
Mum killed by van driver on Sutton Coldfield golf course
Suzanne Cherry, 62, was fatally struck by a rogue roofer fleeing police on a golf course. Her husband pays tribute as the driver is jailed for 13 years. Read the full story.
Mum says teen 'jumped' from tower block window
The mother of a Solihull man accused of attempted murder told a court his teenage girlfriend 'jumped' from a fourth-floor window. The trial continues at Birmingham Crown Court.
UK households face £1,000 fines for wrong log burner fuel
UK homeowners risk £1,000 fines for burning unapproved wood. Learn the rules to avoid penalties and make your log burner safe and legal this winter.
Teen thrown from window in murder bid, court told
A Solihull man attempted to murder his girlfriend by throwing her from a fourth-floor flat window, a court heard. The 18-year-old survived the 37-foot fall with life-threatening injuries.
Driver 'stepped over woman's body' after fatal golf course crash
A van driver killed Suzanne Cherry, 62, during a police chase at a Staffordshire golf club. He and two others fled fraud charges, preying on elderly victims. Read the full court report.
Builder's fatal police chase kills mum on golf course
John McDonald, 52, led police on a reckless 12-minute pursuit before hitting Suzanne Cherry, 62, at Aston Wood Golf Club. He has pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving.
Mum wins £144k lottery from hospital bed
Gail Wood, 54, was told she'd won £144,000 in the People's Postcode Lottery while recovering from a hysterectomy. The life-changing prize will be paid in monthly instalments of £12,000. Read her incredible story.
Nutritionist's guide to a plant-based diet for older adults
Dietitian Katie Sanders explains the benefits of a plant-rich diet for ageing well, from heart health to bone strength, and shares 8 practical tips for getting started.
Solihull Children's Services Inspection Outcome Due
The findings of a crucial Ofsted inspection into Solihull's children's services are expected imminently. Council leaders await the report following a 'thorough' October assessment.
Green Light for Major Coventry Nature Reserve
Coventry City Council approves a landmark scheme to transform a former golf course into the West Midlands' largest nature reserve, funded for 30 years via Biodiversity Net Gain. Discover the ambitious '30 by 30' climate goal driving this change.
Ancient Uffmoor Wood: Ice Age Roots & Anglo-Saxon Links
Explore Uffmoor Wood, an 85-hectare West Midlands woodland with Ice Age origins and links to King Offa. Discover its trails, wildlife, and seasonal magic just 26 minutes from Birmingham.
OVO Energy forecasts record-breaking year for UK solar power
OVO Energy announces a new franchising model to connect homeowners with local solar installers, predicting 2026 will be a record year for home solar as demand surges.
Win a PACK'D Smoothie Bundle for 2026 Health Goals
Enter to win a month's supply of PACK'D Feel Good Smoothie Kits. Eight winners will get plant-based, nutrient-rich bundles to support their 2026 fitness journey. Enter by 15th February 2026.
McDonald's Chelmsley Wood sets 1-hour parking limit
A Birmingham McDonald's branch introduces a one-hour parking restriction to free up spaces. Delivery drivers had been causing congestion. Find out how customers can request an extension.
Wood Burner Ban Could Prevent 1,500 Deaths Annually
A major new report links domestic wood burning to serious health issues. Banning non-essential use could save lives and millions for the NHS. Discover the findings and calls for action.
Yardley Wood father died in cold home without toilet or heating
Tributes paid to 'gentle giant' Valin Blake, found dead in Birmingham home with no heating or toilet. Family demands investigation into why he wasn't sectioned.
Child 'pushed off chair' at Leicester primary school
Parents claim a seven-year-old was pushed by a staff member at Stokes Wood Primary in Leicester, leaving the child with a head injury. The school's investigation concluded safeguards were followed.
Wood burner users risk £300 fine in smoke control areas
Households across the UK face fines up to £300 for using wood burners incorrectly in smoke control zones. Learn the rules on authorised fuels and Defra-exempt appliances to avoid penalties.
Burger King Plans 30 New UK Restaurants by 2026
Burger King confirms a major UK expansion, targeting high streets and retail parks with 30 new restaurants by 2026. The move will create hundreds of jobs and modernise the dining experience. Discover the full story.
Labour's New EV Road Tax: Key Details for 2028
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new mileage-based tax for electric vehicles from 2028. Find out how the Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED) will impact your motoring costs.
Child bride at 15 speaks out on forced marriage horror
Rubie Marie was forced to marry a man in his 30s at age 15, suffering daily rape. Now 42, she shares her story to raise awareness and help other survivors of honour-based abuse.
EastEnders' Max Branning to marry for fifth time
EastEnders will air a special flash-forward episode on New Year's Day, revealing Max Branning's fifth wedding. Actor Jake Wood calls the move 'brave, big and bold'. Read the full story.
Birmingham family's Christmas in hospital for poorly son
A Chelmsley Wood family spend Christmas at Birmingham Children's Hospital as five-year-old Marley battles leukaemia. Discover their story and how to support the hospital's festive appeal.
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