NI drivers face total mobile phone ban under new law
Northern Ireland plans to outlaw all hand-held mobile phone use while driving, the first major legal update since 2004. The move targets dangerous behaviours like taking photos or scrolling.
Northern Ireland plans to outlaw all hand-held mobile phone use while driving, the first major legal update since 2004. The move targets dangerous behaviours like taking photos or scrolling.
New data reveals a stark regional divide in UK EV charger availability, making the switch to electric cars 'impossible' for many. Experts demand a national strategy to end the inequality.
Santander UK is offering a £200 switching bonus to help with stretched household budgets. Find out the eligibility criteria and how to claim before the offer ends.
The UK's public EV charger rollout lost momentum in 2025, with only 13,500 new units. Experts blame mixed government signals and rising costs. Read the full analysis.
As Birmingham's 2025 bin strike dragged on, mobile waste centres were swamped. We revisit the chaos, fly-tipping and the community efforts that followed. Read the full story.
A savvy shopper reveals how the free Airtime Rewards app has slashed her phone bill by over £300 since 2021. Discover how linking your card earns cashback at Boots, Argos, New Look and more.
Lloyds Bank responds to customer's app feature request as new data reveals improved affordability for first-time buyers, with mortgage costs stabilising. Read the latest updates.
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle will patrol streets from January 2026, using cameras to fine drivers parked on zig-zags and bus stops. Find out what it means for you.
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle, equipped with HD cameras, will patrol from January to catch drivers parking illegally on zig zags and bus stops. Find out how it works.
Santander is offering £200 to customers who switch their current account. To qualify, you must deposit £1,500 and complete the switch within 60 days. Learn the key details and eligibility criteria here.
Nationwide Building Society is offering a £175 cash incentive for customers who switch their current account. Find out the key requirements, including the need for two Direct Debits, and how to claim.
A council-backed group-buying scheme, Switch Together, is helping UK households save an average of £237 annually on energy bills by securing better deals on green upgrades like solar panels and heat pumps.
Managed service provider Intercity celebrates four decades in Birmingham with a major £1.8m investment in AI and greener offices, aiming for £100m revenue by 2030.
West Midlands Police reveal 48 locations for mobile speed cameras across Birmingham over Christmas and New Year to tackle the 'Fatal Five' and improve road safety.
Santander, First Direct, Nationwide and Co-op Bank are offering up to £650 in free cash and cashback to customers who switch. Learn how to claim the switching bonuses.
Santander UK urges customers to move accounts for a £200 bonus. Act fast—the offer is limited and requires switching via CASS, depositing £1,500, and setting up two Direct Debits.
Apple's iPhone 17 gets better with iOS 26.2, a 120Hz display & long support. We compare the best UK deals from Sky and O2 to help you upgrade smartly.
The DWP has replied to Martin Lewis's call to fix a Universal Credit rule blocking 8.3 million from easy bank switching. Read the full story and the proposed solutions.
The DWP has responded after Martin Lewis warned up to 8.3 million Universal Credit claimants face barriers switching bank accounts. Read the full story and the call for reform.
Lloyds Bank is offering a £200 cash bonus for new customers who switch their current account. Learn the four-step process and the crucial deadline to apply by.
Dozens of motorists in the West Midlands have been fined for speeding in 20mph zones, with 59 offences recorded this year. Discover the facts and upcoming city-wide speed limit changes.
Time is running out to claim a free £200 from Lloyds Bank by switching your account. The offer ends on December 17. Find out how to secure the cash.
UK parents are turning to controlled SIMs like ParentShield for children's first phones, balancing independence with safety amid new online laws and peer pressure. Discover the smart alternative.
A UK mobile user discovered he was overpaying by £468 annually after his contract ended. Ofcom warns millions are in the same boat. Learn how to check your bill and switch to save.
UK households can secure £275 in free payments by switching to or banking with Nationwide. Experts reveal it's one of the easiest ways to make extra cash legally before Christmas.
UK drivers, especially under-25s, are increasingly using handheld phones while driving, risking six points, £200 fines, and court-imposed driving bans. The RAC warns of a 'concerning increase'.
NatWest is finalising its acquisition of Sainsbury's Bank, moving 1.8 million customers by December. Find out what account holders need to do next.
The Co-operative Bank is giving new customers up to £175 this Christmas. Switch your current account via CASS, pay in £1,000, and help support youth homelessness charity Centrepoint.
Households have a final opportunity to claim a £175 payment from Nationwide this December. Experts reveal how switching bank accounts is one of the easiest ways to make free cash legally.
The Co-operative Bank is giving customers a £175 Christmas bonus for switching accounts. The scheme also supports Centrepoint in providing beds for homeless young people this winter.