BCRS hits £2m lending milestone for Welsh SMEs
BCRS Business Loans has provided over £2m to 34 Welsh SMEs via the British Business Bank's Investment Fund for Wales, creating 104 jobs and safeguarding 189. Read more about the economic impact.
BCRS Business Loans has provided over £2m to 34 Welsh SMEs via the British Business Bank's Investment Fund for Wales, creating 104 jobs and safeguarding 189. Read more about the economic impact.
The Sunshine Fund reflects on a busy 2025 of fundraising events, from a skydive to a coastal trek, supporting disabled children across the North East. Discover their year and how to get involved for 2026.
King Charles III delivers his 2025 Christmas message from Westminster Abbey's Lady Chapel, with a subtle tribute to the Princess of Wales. Discover the themes of community and pilgrimage.
The Junior Tour of Wales is rebranded as The John Richards Junior Tour for 2026. The three-day cycling event will feature new stages in Mid Wales, acting as a key launchpad for future stars.
As the King's Trust nears its 50th anniversary, new polling reveals deep public concern over youth joblessness in Wales. Director Sarah Jones calls for urgent collaboration to unlock potential.
Birmingham holds its breath as the 2025 Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour nears its end with one location still unannounced. Will the city get its festive wish?
Reform Studio on Newcastle's Quayside is the first business backed by the new £35m North East Elevate Fund. The wellness centre will offer reformer pilates, yoga, and sound healing, creating jobs and boosting the local economy.
A first-time visitor to Birmingham's Christmas Market shares her experience of overwhelming crowds, relentless rain, and severe travel disruption. Discover why she plans to avoid the festive event in future.
Churches across Rochdale, including St Chad's, St Mary's, and St Luke's, announce their Christmas service schedules featuring carols, Holy Communion, and community events. Find times, officiants, and highlights for a festive welcome.
A Wrexham family will climb Morocco's 13,671ft Mt Toubkal in January to raise funds for Tŷ Gobaith, North Wales' only children's hospice. Their challenge is inspired by eight-year-old Bethan, who lives with Dravet syndrome.
Young professionals in Birmingham are invited to a 20s & 30s singles mixer on January 8, 2026. Enjoy a night of socialising and potential connections at The Waters Edge. Tickets £20.
Unemployment in Wales has surged to 6.1%, affecting 94,000 people, while economic inactivity remains stubbornly high at 24.5%. Explore the latest ONS data and political reactions.
Discover the ultimate guide to Birmingham's festive weekend before Christmas 2025. From the iconic Frankfurt Market to light trails and pantomimes, plan your perfect seasonal visit.
A comprehensive guide to Christmas services, carol concerts, and community events across Conwy, Gwynedd, and Anglesey. Find times for Midnight Mass, Christingle, and festive celebrations near you.
Swansea Council leader says the authority should not fear stepping in to run bus services directly as Wales rolls out new franchising legislation, aiming for a unified, reliable network by 2027.
Sutton Coldfield's Victorian Christmas Market returns for 2025 with over 60 traders, festive entertainment, and free parking. Discover the magical two-weekend event.
Churches across Rochdale, including St Luke's, St Mary's, and St Chad's, have released their schedules for Advent and Christmas services, community groups, and fundraising events. Find service times, study groups, and festive activities.
From Transylvanian traders to economic impact, we explore the love-hate relationship with Birmingham's sprawling Frankfurt Christmas Market. Discover the facts and share your thoughts.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 announces its next destination. Discover the Ipswich schedule, charity support, and how to get a festive drink and bauble.
The Sunshine Fund's free Santa Grotto Bus is back in Newcastle city centre, visiting SEND schools and offering festive joy. Donations to the charity's Big Give campaign are doubled, funding life-changing equipment for North East children.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 has announced its next weekend location in Ipswich. Find out where to catch the festive magic and enjoy a free drink.
Join Lauren Eddie in remembering her nannie through North Devon Hospice's Light Up a Life appeal. Dedicate a star, attend a free concert on Dec 18, and support vital hospice care.
Discover Ellesmere, North Shropshire's 'best-kept secret' for unique Christmas shopping in a historic lakeside setting. Explore independent shops, cosy cafes, and festive lights, just 45 minutes from Cheshire Oaks.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 has announced its next steps. Find out where to see the festive lorry, get a free drink, and capture perfect holiday photos.
A teenage girl has died after a minibus carrying nine teenagers collided with a car in Tadcaster. Police have arrested a 40-year-old woman and are appealing for witnesses.
A family-run Christmas grotto in Cwmbran is back, aiming to beat last year's £1,400 fundraising total. This year's proceeds support the Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity. Book now via their Facebook page.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 confirms its next stop in Leeds this Wednesday, 3rd December. Find location details and times for this festive family spectacle.
Discover five magical Christmas markets across the West Midlands this December 2025. From Birmingham's Cathedral Square to a Victorian market in Sutton Coldfield, find unique gifts and festive fun.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 begins in Burton-upon-Trent. Discover the first confirmed stops and festive details for this year's 15-stop tour.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas truck has begun its 2025 UK tour with 15 stops. Discover dates, locations and festive activities. Don't miss the magic!