UK flight prices set to jump as airport taxes rocket
Passengers warned of rising ticket costs as regional airports face unprecedented business rates increases from 2026, with Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham among the hardest hit.
Passengers warned of rising ticket costs as regional airports face unprecedented business rates increases from 2026, with Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham among the hardest hit.
The Valuation Office clarifies how the new High Value Council Tax Surcharge will work for properties over £2 million from 2028. Learn about the targeted valuations and how it aims to create a fairer system.
A landmark former pub and nightclub in Tamworth's distinctive Art Deco Lighthouse building is on the market for £300,000. Could you revitalise this historic site?
Labour introduces a 'mansion tax' surcharge for properties over £2m from 2028. Experts analyse the impact on the housing market as October 2025 sales dip 2% year-on-year.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major inheritance tax rule change for farmers and business owners. From April, couples can transfer unused relief, shielding up to £2m from tax. Discover the impact and reaction.
Manchester's Christmas Markets have ended for 2025. While some traders reported their worst year in 20 years, others saw strong sales. Read the full story on the festive season's economic impact.
Lloyds Bank reveals UK business confidence rose 10 points in 2025, with construction leading the surge. A positive sign for economic growth heading into 2026.
The Duke of Northumberland's business arm announces increased turnover and profits, driven by completed retail schemes in Alnwick and Teesside. Read the full financial results.
A meticulously designed 130 sq ft studio flat in Pimlico, comparable to a caravan, is on the market for £294,900. It features an Italian wall-bed, floating concrete floors and bespoke carpentry.
Patch's 17,000 sq ft flagship workspace opens Jan 5 at Gloucester's £107m Forum development, offering co-working, offices & event spaces, boosting city's economy.
Sixteen victims of the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing have been awarded nearly £20 million in damages. The settlements follow a public inquiry that found serious security failings. Read the full story.
Local mortgage experts reveal the top neighbourhoods to live in Birmingham for 2026, from the cool streets of Digbeth to the leafy suburbs of Sutton Coldfield. Discover average house prices and key attractions.
Average property prices in Rotton Park, Birmingham, fell by £109,000 in a year, the sharpest drop in the city. Discover the local insights and market trends behind the figures.
Taylor Wimpey Manchester has donated 321 winter essentials to Lifeshare charity for the homeless. The homebuilder's national Wrap Up Warm campaign has provided over 14,000 items. Learn more about this vital community support.
Growing estate agency group My Property Box expands its North East footprint with its 16th acquisition in seven years, purchasing family-run Clarke Holland in Ashington. Read more on the deal and new CFO appointment.
Wirral Council reveals advanced negotiations for a tenant at its costly, empty Irvine building in the £75m Birkenhead Commercial District, a potential boost for the town centre.
Virgin Media O2 has moved 1,100 staff to a new 'marquee' Manchester HQ. The telecoms giant says the city centre location boosts recruitment and hybrid working is here to stay. Read more.
Virgin Media O2 has moved its Manchester customer hub to a new city centre office, doubling job applications. The firm confirms hybrid working is permanent. Read more.
A major fire ripped through a commercial building in Bloxwich, Walsall. West Midlands Fire Service deployed ten crews. No casualties reported. Read the latest.
A prime retail and office space at 34 Tenby Street in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter is set for auction on December 10th. Guide price is £230,000+. Discover the details and how to bid.
Artist Emily Powell puts her Brixham masterpiece home on the market for £2m after running out of walls to paint. The immersive artwork spans 400sqm and includes 85 extra pieces.
A 19th-century ex-factory in Leamington Spa looks abandoned but conceals a stunning 4,200 sq ft luxury apartment with four bedrooms. Discover the incredible transformation inside.
UK house prices saw zero growth in November, with annual growth slowing to 0.7%. The average property now costs £299,892. Experts see a window for first-time buyers.
Developer Robert Hitchins sells phase one of Central Park in Bridgend to private investors. The 83,693 sq ft, fully-let scheme is a major boost for South Wales commercial property.
Plans for a £340m second phase at Integra 61 in Durham, adding 3m sq ft of space, could create over 3,000 jobs and boost the regional economy by £2bn. Read the latest.
A stunning £1.15m Georgian-style home in Bath could be yours for just £1. BOTB's huge December giveaway offers a life-changing prize. Enter now for your chance to win.
Three vacant properties in the Black Country go under the hammer in December with a £50,000 guide price. Ideal for developers or DIY projects, they need full refurbishment.
Metrocentre Partnership reveals plans for The Crescent, a new independent retail destination following a £70m refinance deal. Transformation begins early 2026.
Gary Neville's Relentless development firm will transform the historic Kendals department store into offices and retail, securing the future of this Manchester landmark with £44m funding.
House prices in London and Southern England record first annual fall in 18 months, while northern regions and Wales see continued growth. Budget uncertainty impacts buyer demand.