Birmingham is experiencing a significant employment surge with over 1,500 residents aged 50-plus returning to work, marking a 10% annual increase. The DWP's targeted initiatives, including job fairs and mobile jobcentres, are driving this success.
The European Commission has opened a formal investigation into Shein for suspected breaches of EU law, including the sale of childlike sex dolls and weapons, as well as concerns about addictive design and opaque recommender systems.
Marks & Spencer's fleece hooded dressing gown, priced at £30, is receiving rave reviews from shoppers who describe it as soft, warm, and perfect for cold nights at home. Available in four colours and multiple sizes.
NatWest has launched a new cash-switching offer, providing free £150 payments to new customers who move their accounts. The deal includes access to a high-interest savings account and requires a minimum deposit.
Shoppers are raving about a ribbed drop-waist midi dress from M&S, calling it 'gorgeous' and perfect for all-day wear. The affordable dress offers timeless elegance with a comfortable fit and versatile styling options for spring.
HMRC has recovered an additional £246 million in underpaid inheritance tax last year, with investigations rising to nearly 4,000 UK households as the tax authority uses AI and data-matching tools.
Major UK craft brewery Overtone Beer has entered liquidation, meaning its popular IPAs and stouts will be pulled from Aldi and Asda supermarket shelves across the country.
Rococo Chocolates, a luxury brand trading for over 40 years, has been acquired by Artisan du Chocolat, a premium chocolate maker famously loved by Gordon Ramsay.
Aldi supermarkets in Birmingham have introduced a strict purchasing limit of four bottles per customer on their acclaimed Nicolas de Montbart Champagne Brut, priced at £13.99, to ensure wider availability.
Lloyds Banking Group has divested its European life insurance division, Scottish Widows Europe, to FTSE 250 firm Chesnara in a €110 million deal, adding significant assets and policyholders.
Asda has urgently recalled Stretcherz toys over fears they may contain trace levels of asbestos. Parents are warned to stop using the items immediately and return them for a full refund.
The Breakout Hack Patch It Up Everyday Multi Size Pimple Patches at Boots cost just 18p per patch and have received glowing reviews from customers who say they work effectively on breakouts.
Official ONS figures reveal Wales experienced a 1.2% drop in unemployment to 4.5%, contrasting with the UK's rise to 5.2%. Youth unemployment reaches highest level since 2015, sparking economic concerns.
Discover a stylish rucksack designed to meet Ryanair's strict size limits, priced under £15. This affordable option helps avoid extra fees and ensures hassle-free boarding for cost-conscious flyers.
A Parkdean Resorts sale offers a three-night Easter holiday for two at Lower Hyde Holiday Park on the Isle of Wight for just £83 with a discount code, including entertainment and facilities.
HSBC is providing a switching offer for high earners, offering up to £750 in cashback and access to a digital private GP service for those who meet eligibility criteria by April 30, 2026.
NatWest is providing a £150 cash incentive and a competitive 7.00% AER savings rate to customers who switch to its Select or Reward accounts, with funds deposited within 30 days of meeting conditions.
UK homeowners can legally earn £20,070 tax-free by combining the personal allowance with the Rent a Room Scheme, which allows £7,500 annually from renting a furnished room.
The University of the West of England has launched the next round of its Scale up 4 Growth scheme, offering match-funded grants to SMEs within a 50-mile radius to boost productivity and innovation.
Mobile and broadband provider Giffgaff reduces its 200Mbps broadband plan to £29 monthly, offering relief as competitors implement significant price increases up to 13.4%.
UK unemployment reaches 5.2%, the highest since 2021, with falling payrolls and slowing wage growth increasing likelihood of a base rate reduction next month, as major lenders already begin trimming mortgage rates.
The £130m Investment Fund for Wales has completed its largest equity investment to date, injecting £3.5m into industrial services firm Advantiv to support expansion and job creation across South Wales.
UK homeowners are advised to secure mortgage rates ahead of Wednesday's inflation figures, with Santander and Nationwide adjusting rates. Experts warn of potential lender shifts.
Teesside windfarm manufacturer SeAH Wind and offshore developer Ørsted have mutually agreed to discontinue monopile production for the Hornsea 3 project, citing factory readiness concerns.
UK bank executives are developing a backup payment system to reduce reliance on US-owned Visa and Mastercard, driven by concerns over political risks and operational resilience.
Boots' £10 Tuesday deal features the No7 Lift and Luminate Triple Action Night Cream, reduced from £29.95 to £10 for one day only. Fans praise it as the best they've ever used, with many reporting happier, more radiant skin.
BrewDog has started a formal sale process following five consecutive years of losses, with AlixPartners managing the competitive bidding. The move comes after the closure of its distillery and several bars across the UK.
Sarah Ferguson has filed to dissolve five of her businesses, including Fergie's Farm and Planet Partners Production, following renewed scrutiny from the Epstein files. The companies were tied to her brand ambassador work and lifestyle ventures.
Major UK fashion retailer Matalan announces the permanent closure of its Station Business Park store in Carlisle on March 7, as the site makes way for the Carlisle Station Gateway redevelopment project.
The UK unemployment rate has climbed to 5.2% in late 2025, the highest level since 2021, with payrolled employees decreasing and wage growth slowing amid economic uncertainty.