Beer Brands Slash Alcohol Content to Avoid Tax, Fans Furious
Major beer brands like Fosters and Carlsberg have lowered ABV to 3.4% to save tax, sparking outrage over watered-down taste and lack of price cuts.
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McDonald's UK Warns of Price Hikes Amid Middle East Conflict
McDonald's UK boss Lauren Shultz warns customers of slight price increases due to the Middle East conflict, but Meal Deal and Saver menu items will remain unchanged.
Bristol's Grade II Listed Office Building for Sale at £1.9m
A Grade II listed Georgian office building in Bristol's Brunswick Square, currently leased to co-working operator Gather Round, is set for auction with a guide price of up to £1.9 million, reflecting strong demand in the city's commercial property market.
Win a £2M Dream Home in Charity Prize Draw
A charity prize draw offers a chance to win a £2 million Cheshire home or a £2.5 million Dorset property, with all fees and furnishings included.
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Cremo Tortoiseshell Razor: Premium £20 Five-Blade Shaver
Cremo's Tortoiseshell Razor, priced at £19.99, offers a premium barbershop shave with a weighted handle, five-blade cartridge, and precision trimmer, earning five-star reviews.
Russell & Bromley shuts 10 stores including Birmingham
Russell & Bromley closes 10 UK stores after administration, with Birmingham location already shut. More closures planned for Covent Garden, Bath, and Harrogate.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £760 Tax for Older Cars
Rachel Reeves confirms Vehicle Excise Duty rises for cars registered between 2001 and 2017, with Band L reaching £760. Everyday family cars like Ford Mondeo and Audi TT affected.
Labour Statement on Lloyds Bank Home Buying Change
Labour Party Housing Secretary Steve Reed welcomes Lloyds Bank's new digital home buying service, which partners with Connells and LMS to streamline property transactions in England and Wales.
Council Sells Prime Sutton Coldfield Land for £50,000+
Birmingham City Council is auctioning an unusual strip of land in affluent Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield, with a guide price of £50,000 plus. The 692 sqm plot, accessed between homes on Four Oaks Common Road, is in a prime residential area near Sutton Park
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Dad Wins £3M Omaze Home, Returns Keys Over Erosion Fears
Glen Elmy from Walsall won a luxury coastal property in Devon but allegedly returned the keys after just three days due to concerns about cliff erosion and insurance issues.
180-Room Hotel Planned for Birmingham's Borough Buildings
Property developer Nacropolis has submitted plans to transform the vacant historic Borough Buildings on John Bright Street into a seven-storey, 180-room hotel with a cafe and co-working space.
Labour EU Reset May Hike New Car Prices by £1,800
New analysis suggests that the Labour government's realignment with the EU, including adopting Euro 7 emissions standards, could increase the cost of manufacturing an average family car by around £1,800, with potential pass-through to consumers.
McGoff Secures £19m Loan for Care Home and Townhouse Project
Family-owned construction firm McGoff Group has secured a £19 million loan from Puma Property Finance to develop a 70-bed care home and 14 townhouses in Congleton, Cheshire, with completion expected in late 2027.
Lidl Air Fryer Blocked at UK Border Over Fire Risk
A Silver Crest air fryer sold by Lidl has been rejected at the UK border due to serious safety flaws that could cause explosions and fires, with authorities issuing warnings to shoppers.
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Bolton Mill with 54-Flat Planning Permission for Sale at £1.8m
A historic mill building in Bolton's Trinity Quarter, with full planning permission to convert into 54 apartments, has been listed for sale with an asking price of £1.8 million. The property, marketed by Fletcher CRE, is a key part of the town centre's re
HSBC and Santander Cut Mortgage Rates in Birmingham
HSBC and Santander have reduced mortgage rates for residential and buy-to-let borrowers, with cuts up to 0.3%, but brokers warn of market volatility and advise caution.
UK Private Rents Stop Rising After Decade of Increases
Private rents across Great Britain have halted their upward trajectory for the first time since 2017, with typical advertised rents outside London holding steady at £1,370 per month in early 2026.
Birmingham Property: £200 Buys A4 Floor Space vs UK
Zoopla analysis reveals stark UK property price gaps: £200 buys one A4-sized floor space in Birmingham but just a quarter in Westminster, highlighting Britain's housing divide.
Private Island Home for Sale in Leicestershire
A four-bedroom house in Asfordby, Leicestershire, features a private island accessible via a bridge, exclusive fishing rights, and is priced at £665,000, offering a unique escape.
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NBS Moves to Sustainable Office, True Potential Expands HQ
Construction consultancy NBS has relocated to a greener Newcastle Quayside office, aiming to save 60 tonnes of carbon annually, while True Potential opens a new headquarters building to support growth.
Kia Sportage Named UK's Best SUV, Beats Volvo
The Kia Sportage has been named the best SUV in the UK by WhatCar?, topping rankings ahead of the Volvo XC60 and Smart #5. Experts praise its affordability and hybrid options.
MCR Property Group Buys London Hotels for £123m, Plans £500m Platform
Manchester-based MCR Property Group has acquired four London hotel and apartment assets in Kensington and Chelsea for £123 million, marking its entry into operational real estate with plans to build a new £500 million hospitality brand.
Virgin Money Pulls Buy-to-Let Mortgages in Blow to Landlords
Virgin Money and Clydesdale Bank are withdrawing from the buy-to-let mortgage market, reducing options for landlords as rates soar due to Middle East unrest and product choice declines sharply.
Bargain DIY Family Home in Northfield Up for Auction
An affordable three-bedroom semi-detached house in Northfield, Birmingham, with a guide price over £50,000, is set for auction next month. Ideal for first-time buyers or landlords, it offers great transport links and proximity to local amenities.
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Purplebricks Virtual House Valuation: Easy and Surprising
A firsthand account of trying Purplebricks' free virtual house valuation, revealing its simplicity, accuracy, and lack of pressure compared to traditional estate agents.
Stamp Duty Change Costs UK Households £4,618 Extra
First-time buyers in England have paid an estimated £307 million more in stamp duty since a temporary relief measure ended in April 2025, with the average extra cost per buyer reaching £4,618.
UK Housing Market Crisis: Mortgage Products Pulled Amid Iran War
The UK housing market faces severe disruption as lenders withdraw hundreds of mortgage products following the outbreak of war in Iran, causing property chains to collapse and leaving sellers in despair.
South Staffordshire House Prices Drop £6,000 Amid Growth
New data reveals South Staffordshire as an outlier in the West Midlands, with average house prices falling by £6,000 over the last year, while most areas saw increases.
Birmingham Dad Calls for 'Temu Range Rovers' Recall
A Birmingham father is demanding a recall of Jaecoo 7 vehicles after his new car broke down on a busy road just two weeks after purchase, highlighting safety concerns.
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Seneca Property Buys Two Solihull Office Buildings in Expansion
Seneca Property has acquired Dominion Court and Pegasus in Solihull, marking its fourth deal this year. The investor reports strong early leasing momentum and plans refurbishments to meet modern workspace demands.
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