MGL Group profits hit £27m on £171m turnover
County Durham's MGL Group reports strong growth with turnover reaching £171.3m and operating profit hitting £27m. The firm is investing in green tech and positioning for future success.
County Durham's MGL Group reports strong growth with turnover reaching £171.3m and operating profit hitting £27m. The firm is investing in green tech and positioning for future success.
Griggs Timber Company in Gloucester shuts down days before Christmas after years of losses, affecting two dozen workers. Read the full story on this historic closure.
Warwick Ward (Machinery) Ltd, a major UK construction equipment supplier, has collapsed into administration after 55 years, making nearly all 89 staff redundant. Read the full story on the economic pressures behind the failure.
The Salvation Army, with The Parkgate Hotel, delivers 300 festive meals across Cardiff, doubling last year's effort to support those struggling with the cost of living crisis. Read how the community is coming together.
Company car drivers are using flexible leases to avoid a major tax increase on plug-in hybrids. Learn how the new Benefit-in-Kind rules work and the temporary relief period.
Fast-growing Newport tech consultancy de Novo Solutions announces plans to create 50 new roles by 2030, expanding its graduate apprenticeship scheme and boosting the Welsh economy.
Birmingham residents are disappointed as the 2025 Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour concludes without a city visit. The final stop was in Cardiff on December 22.
WhatsApp unveils seven new features, including AI-powered chat themes and live photo sharing, for millions of UK users on iPhone and Android. Discover all the updates here.
Jamie Cole, 25, died after falling from a hotel balcony. A coroner found his carer's responses 'inappropriate' but ruled no gross failures. Read his mother's heartbreaking statement.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour heads to Cardiff next, but Birmingham's 2025 date remains unconfirmed. See photos from past Midlands visits and what to expect.
Toyota has resurrected its discontinued Scion brand, unveiling a new concept focused on non-traditional mobility. Discover what this means for the future of transport.
Major UK DIY distributor Toolstream has collapsed into administration, blaming post-COVID supply issues. 111 jobs have been cut as administrators seek buyers. Read the full story.
Newcastle-based digital consultancy hedgehog lab acquires Scottish innovation firm Label Sessions, creating a unique proposition combining AI delivery with a network of 500+ experts. Read the full story.
Residents on Canada Road in Cardiff have raised over £700 for Cardiff Foodbank by turning their street into a walk-through Advent calendar. Discover how the community came together for this festive fundraiser.
Money-saving expert Martin Lewis has unveiled three lesser-known Amazon departments where shoppers can find discounts of up to 50% on tech, toys, and more. Learn his key strategies to verify real bargains.
New research reveals Cardiff's resilience as a top UK investment destination, while Swansea faces challenges. Discover the key factors shaping regional economic appeal.
Consumer tech expert Gareth Butterfield unveils his favourite gadgets of 2025, from groundbreaking solar systems to surprise folding phones and AI-powered gear. Discover the year's top innovations.
The Robert Hopkins Company's 31st pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, is a festive hit at Aldershot's Prince's Hall Theatre. Discover the magic behind this long-running success, with performances until 4th January 2026.
Stockport's IPEC, a University of Manchester spinout, is set for global expansion after its acquisition by electrification leader ABB. The deal will boost predictive maintenance tech for critical industries.
The Salter Body Insight Smart Scale, priced at £99.99, uses advanced BIA technology to track body composition for the whole family. Discover a smarter way to monitor health beyond weight.
The future of Griggs Timber Company, a Gloucester merchant operating since 1917, is in doubt as staff enter consultation. Read the latest on potential job losses.
Little Actors Theatre Company secures a Cheshire West grant to launch free performing arts workshops for 11-18 year olds at Neston Town Hall from spring 2026. Book now!
After weeks of testing, we pit the Garmin Venu 4 against a Fitbit to settle the ultimate smartwatch rivalry. Discover the surprising verdict on features, battery life, and value for money.
Amazon-owned tech firm Veeqo has launched its new global headquarters in Swansea's 71/72 Kingsway, marking a £150m+ investment and tripling its workforce to over 200. Discover how this Welsh success story is driving growth.
New figures reveal a 0.4% year-on-year drop in Welsh retail footfall for November, with Cardiff among the hardest-hit UK cities. Retailers now pin hopes on a December surge.
Wowcher offers refurbished Kindle Fire tablets and first-gen iPad Mini devices for just £29.99. Perfect for students, kids, or budget-conscious buyers. Stocks are limited.
Butlin's holiday resorts bounce back from a £74.2m loss to a £28.3m pre-tax profit in 2024. CEO Jon Hendry Pickup outlines investment plans ahead of the brand's 90th anniversary.
The new SwitchBot K11+ robot vacuum boasts double the suction power of its predecessor and a compact design. Discover the key features and how to get it for just £209.99.
Step back in time with 21 captivating archive photos showcasing daily life in Birmingham's neighbourhoods, from the 1930s onwards. Discover the city's rich social history.
An inquest opens into the violent death of 17-year-old Lainie Williams in Cefn Fforest, Gwent. Her mother was also injured. A man awaits trial for murder.