Easter Egg Shoppers Face Chocolate Price Warning
Grocery price inflation has increased to 4.3% in February, with chocolate prices up 9.3% year-on-year, impacting households ahead of Easter.
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Five HMRC Allowances Shield £29,330 from Tax for Households
Millions of households facing rising bills can legally earn or receive up to £29,330 annually without paying tax by combining five existing HMRC allowances. This comes as frozen tax thresholds drag more people into taxation.
Dragons' Den Mead Firm Nidhoggr Goes Into Administration
Nidhoggr Mead Co, founded by a Dragons' Den entrepreneur, has entered administration despite celebrity endorsements and national retail listings.
UK Travel Warnings for Thailand, Indonesia, Laos
The UK Foreign Office has issued critical travel advisories for Thailand, Indonesia, and Laos, warning against travel to specific regions due to security risks and volcanic activity.
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UK Tourists Warned to 'Stay Away' from Greece Amid Protests
The Foreign Office has issued a stark warning for UK tourists in Greece to avoid mass demonstrations and widespread public service disruptions on 28 February.
UK Travel Advice Updated for Mexico, Cuba, and Bolivia
The UK Foreign Office has revised travel guidance for Mexico, Cuba, and Bolivia, citing security incidents and infrastructure disruptions affecting holidaymakers.
Foreign Office Updates Travel Advice for Egypt and UAE
The UK Foreign Office has revised travel guidance for Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, warning of heightened regional tensions and potential travel disruptions across the Middle East.
PS5 Owners May Get £162 in £2bn Sony Lawsuit
A landmark class action lawsuit claims Sony overcharged millions of PlayStation users for digital games, potentially awarding £162 each in a £2 billion case.
State Pensioners Face £4,500 HMRC Bills They Didn't Know About
Thousands of retirees risk unexpected tax bills as research reveals 40% of adults don't know the State Pension is taxable income, with average payments exceeding £4,500.
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Santander Completes Europe's First AI Payment with Mastercard
Santander and Mastercard have successfully processed Europe's inaugural AI-driven payment using Mastercard Agent Pay technology, marking a significant milestone in banking innovation.
Poundland Closes 150 Stores, Clearance in 450 More
Major UK retailer Poundland has closed 150 stores nationwide while launching massive clearance sales in over 450 locations with 50% off clothing ranges. The discount chain has relaunched its Pep & Co clothing brand following a major restructuring.
Tesco Changes Iconic Slogan After Three Decades
Tesco is launching a new campaign with the slogan 'Need Anything From Tesco?' to replace its long-standing 'Every Little Helps' motto, marking a major shift for the UK's largest supermarket chain.
UK Foreign Office Issues 'Do Not Travel' Warnings for 21 Nations
The UK Foreign Office has imposed strict 'do not travel' advisories for 21 countries, primarily in the Middle East, citing escalating regional conflicts and security risks. British nationals in affected areas are urged to register for updates and shelter
Australia Storm: UK Tourists Issued 'Once-in-Generation' Warning
The Foreign Office has issued urgent advice for UK tourists in Australia as catastrophic storms bring a year's worth of rainfall, causing life-threatening floods across major cities including Sydney and Melbourne.
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De Fusion Bar Applies for Extended Hours Post-Suspension
De Fusion Bar and Restaurant in Wolverhampton has applied to extend its opening hours until 5.30am, following a previous licence suspension for selling alcohol after hours and other breaches.
Foreign Office 'Do Not Travel' Warnings for 7 European Countries
The UK Foreign Office has issued 'do not travel' advisories for seven European countries, including Belarus and Russia, due to security risks and regional conflicts.
Wirral Tech Hub Rivals London, Urges Merseyside to Celebrate Gaming
Start Yard in Birkenhead is transforming into a thriving tech hub, with business leaders calling for Merseyside to promote its gaming and technology sectors more aggressively to attract jobs and investment.
Colin the Caterpillar Bakery to Demolish Old Pub for Expansion
Park Cakes, maker of M&S's Colin the Caterpillar cake, gains approval to demolish the vacant Honeywell Arms pub in Oldham to improve factory access and remove a visual blight.
Leigh's Former Cinema May Transform into DIY Retailer
A national DIY retailer proposes converting the vacant Cineworld at The Loom retail park into a bulky goods store, aiming to boost local choice and investment in Leigh.
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BrewDog Closes 38 Bars, Cuts 484 Jobs in US Takeover
BrewDog will close 38 bars and axe 484 jobs despite a £33m acquisition by US firm Tilray Brands, leaving crowdfund investors empty-handed. The deal safeguards 733 UK roles.
Brewdog Closes 39 UK Bars After £33m Tilray Sale
Craft beer giant Brewdog will shut 39 UK bars, resulting in 484 job losses, following its £33 million acquisition by US consumer goods company Tilray Brands. Eleven sites, including in Birmingham, London, and Manchester, will remain open.
Debenhams Cuts Luxury Skincare Set Price by £275 in Sale
Shoppers can save over 90% on a London Botanical Laboratories anti-ageing skincare bundle, now priced at just £30.01. The set includes bakuchiol and vitamin C products for fine lines and dull skin.
Co-op's Limited Edition Cookies Fly Off Shelves
Co-op's new Belgian Chocolate Black Forest Cookies are selling out fast in Birmingham, with customers praising them as 'sensational' despite being limited edition and priced at £1.75.
HMRC Sees Record Complaints and Compensation Payouts
HM Revenue & Customs received 93,589 complaints in 2024-25, the highest in five years, with compensation payments also increasing despite lower average payouts.
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Victoria's Secret Bullring Store Opening Week Celebrations
The new Victoria's Secret store at Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre is set to open on March 6 with a week of special events, including VIP bra fittings, live DJ sets, and exclusive gifts for shoppers.
Payr Raises $2.1M for Credit Card Rent Payments
London fintech startup Payr has raised $2.1 million in seed funding to enable tenants to pay rent using credit cards while landlords receive standard bank transfers, targeting the $165 billion UK rental market.
Best Cash ISA Rates Before Rachel Reeves' Rule Changes
XTB, Prosper, and Trading 212 offer leading Cash ISA rates as Brits face a reduced £12,000 tax-free allowance from April 2027 under new budget rules.
Santander Appoints Nicola Bannister as New TSB CEO
Santander UK has announced the appointment of Nicola Bannister as the new CEO of TSB, pending regulatory approval for its acquisition of the bank serving over five million UK customers.
House Prices Up 1% But Market Faces Trump-Iran Threat
Nationwide Building Society reports a 1% annual rise in UK house prices, with the average now £273,176. Experts warn Donald Trump's strikes on Iran could derail recovery by pushing up oil prices and inflation, potentially delaying Bank of England rate cut
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Golden Hind Pub in Kingstanding to Close for Grandstand Refit
The Golden Hind pub in Kingstanding, Birmingham, will close on March 2 for a £271,700 refurbishment, reopening as a Grandstand sports pub on March 25 with new screens, seating, and community features.
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