New UK animal welfare laws ban puppy farms and trail hunting
The UK government announces major animal welfare reforms, banning puppy farms and trail hunting by 2029. Critics call it a 'war on the countryside'. Discover the full details.
The UK government announces major animal welfare reforms, banning puppy farms and trail hunting by 2029. Critics call it a 'war on the countryside'. Discover the full details.
Bebington comedian Ben Turner is a finalist for One Liner Comedian of the Year. Help him bring the trophy to Wirral by voting before the end of December.
The UK government has launched a major new animal welfare strategy, proposing bans on electric shock collars and trail hunting. Discover the full scope of the transformative plans.
Traditional UK folklore suggests the weather on Christmas Day can predict Easter's conditions, often in reverse. Discover the old sayings linking festive forecasts to spring weather and crop yields.
Homeowners are loving Dunelm's affordable Willow Trail dinner set, calling it 'absolutely beautiful' and perfect for any meal. Discover the details and see how it compares.
Discover Lowsonford, a quaint Warwickshire village with lovely canal walks, leading to a pub with a festive scent and award-winning pies. Perfect for a festive day out.
A severe Russian blizzard could blanket the UK in snow on Christmas Day, with temperatures plunging to -9°C. Get the latest Met Office and Netweather forecasts for a potential white Christmas.
The Met Office warns of a 'very unusual' white Christmas event as a 'snow bomb' hits the UK. Could this be the first widespread festive snowfall since 2010? Read the full forecast.
Discover a perfect countryside escape just an hour from Birmingham. This writer's weekend in a Worcestershire hamlet and the Cotswolds offers idyllic walks, cosy shops, and delicious food.
A 15-hour 'snow bomb' is forecast to hit 16 UK counties from Christmas Eve, disrupting travel. Get the latest on affected areas and how to prepare.
Planning permission granted for 185 apartments in Salford's Adelphi Village, part of the £2.5bn Crescent masterplan. Discover the future-proofed, sustainable community taking shape.
A weather system from Russia could bring snow across all parts of the UK by the end of Christmas Day, with temperatures potentially plummeting to -9°C. Discover the latest forecasts and expert analysis.
The UK faces a potential 'snow bomb' and its first widespread white Christmas since 2010. Met Office forecasts wintry showers and a significant cold snap. Read the full forecast details.
A leading London mechanic reveals the three most dependable SUV models on UK roads, with Volkswagen, Toyota, and Nissan taking the top spots. Discover which vehicles made the cut and why.
The UK faces a 15-hour snow event targeting 16 counties, including Birmingham and London, potentially disrupting Christmas Eve and Christmas Day travel. Get the latest forecast details.
Staff and students at Solihull Sixth Form College have raised more than £17,000 in 2025, supporting causes from West Africa to local health charities. Discover their incredible fundraising journey.
Will Birmingham see snow on Christmas Day? Bookies give 6/1 odds as the Met Office forecasts colder, drier weather. Get the full festive forecast here.
The Met Office forecasts potential snow showers in the east next week, raising hopes for the UK's first widespread white Christmas since 2010. Read the latest weather warnings and expert analysis.
Weather maps predict a five-day snow event hitting the UK from December 27, with temperatures plunging to -6C. East Anglia, the Midlands and the North East are at risk.
UK weather maps turn white as a Christmas snowstorm threatens parts of England, including London. Get the full list of towns in the path and the latest Met Office forecast.
Maps reveal the first four counties in England set for snow on Christmas Day, with a 'snow bomb' forecast. Get the latest travel and weather outlook for the festive period.
The Saturdays singer Vanessa White shares she's expecting a baby boy in a new interview with British Vogue, following her secret London wedding to Emmanuel Lawal.
The Met Office has tempered hopes for a snowy Christmas, forecasting rain and mild conditions for most. Find out where any snow might fall and the official definition.
New weather maps suggest snow could sweep the UK on Christmas Day, potentially mirroring the 2018 'Beast from the East'. Discover the latest forecast and regional impacts.
Netflix has officially cancelled the military drama 'Boots' after one season, despite positive reviews. Discover why the show won't return and the cast's hopes for its future.
Discover Chaddesley Corbett, a Worcestershire village with Saxon roots, a 12th-century church, and timeless charm. Plan your countryside escape today.
The Warwickshire village of Ilmington has been crowned the best place to live in the Midlands for 2025 by The Sunday Times. Discover why this Cotswolds gem is thriving.
Wirral Council revisits plans for 22 new car park charges, sparking fears from Bromborough businesses who warn it could be 'another nail in the coffin' for the village high street.
Weather maps reveal a 250-mile wall of snow is set to strike the UK from December 21, covering from the Midlands to Scotland. Get the latest forecast details here.
Weather maps warn of a 60-hour snow event hitting Britain from December 17, threatening travel chaos just before Christmas. Get the latest forecast details and Met Office outlook here.