Liverpool's £2 visitor charge upheld after legal fight
Liverpool's £2 overnight visitor charge will proceed after the government rejected a legal challenge. The levy, expected to generate millions, will boost the city's visitor economy.
Liverpool's £2 overnight visitor charge will proceed after the government rejected a legal challenge. The levy, expected to generate millions, will boost the city's visitor economy.
English mayors including Sadiq Khan and Andy Burnham gain powers to impose a tourist tax on hotel stays to fund local projects, despite hospitality sector opposition.
Birmingham will host Life Sciences Week 2026 from Sept 21-25. The event unites biotech, pharma, and academia leaders. Book your place now to join the UK's premier life sciences gathering.
A man has died in Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield. West Midlands Ambulance Service and police responded. His death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the full statement.
Birmingham fails to rank in Condé Nast Traveller's friendliest UK cities for 2025. Discover why perceptions matter for tourism and the city's true welcoming spirit.
Road safety experts demand UK drink-drive limit be slashed from 80mg to 50mg. Could your pint put you over the legal limit? Discover the potential impact.
A Wednesbury medical centre will become one of the UK's first pharmacies to use robotic technology for dispensing prescriptions, serving hundreds of new homes planned for Friar Park. Discover how this innovation will transform local healthcare services.
The GMC warns the NHS could face catastrophic staff shortages as foreign-trained doctors leave. A 26% exodus increase threatens healthcare delivery. Read the critical report.
Edge Hill University introduces a credit card-sized checklist to protect children's rights during medical procedures. Healthcare professionals can now ensure better communication and reduce distress.
Struggling with energy bills? The British Gas Energy Trust is offering grants of up to £1,700 to clear debt, and you don't need to be a customer. Apply for support now.
Jet2 reports strong financial growth with profits expected to hit £453m, driven by later bookings and viral online marketing. Discover how the airline adapts to changing consumer behaviour.
A British woman is among five tourists found dead after a severe snowstorm in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. Four survivors were located. Read the full story.
Newcastle University spin-out InvenireX has secured a £2 million investment to accelerate its pioneering technology for early disease detection. Discover how this could transform healthcare.
A 74-year-old man from Rugby has been sentenced to prison after a crash caused by a medical episode killed one woman and seriously injured another. He had ignored doctors' orders to stop driving. Read the full story.
The West Country's tourism industry has reached a record high of £2.7bn, supporting 43,000 jobs. Discover how visitors are boosting the local economy.
A man has died at a McDonald's restaurant in Stafford despite the efforts of emergency services. Paramedics administered advanced life support but could not save him.
Sam Anwar, 18 months, survived drinking caustic soda that caused a heart attack and destroyed half his tongue. The Birmingham family seeks help for his recovery journey.
Mallory Court Hotel & Spa in Warwickshire has been named 'Large Hotel of the Year' at the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025. Discover this luxury retreat.
Stockport County Community Trust launches a pioneering health and care research programme at Edgeley Park stadium, making vital studies more accessible to the local community.
A man has tragically died on Corporation Street in Birmingham city centre. West Midlands Ambulance Service confirms despite advanced life support, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.
British Gas is paying up to £1,700 to help clear energy debt. You don't need to be a customer to apply for this vital financial support. Find out if you're eligible now.
ITV has confirmed the medical drama Malpractice will not return for a third series. Discover the cast details and the official statement from the broadcaster.
EasyJet celebrates 30 years with fares 50% cheaper than in 1995, while contributing £21bn to UK economy and supporting 243,600 jobs. Discover the airline's impact.
Explore Bridgnorth, a stunning Shropshire market town offering breathtaking views, charming independent shops, and rich history that makes it the perfect day trip destination.
York-based regenerative medicine company Tissue Regenix faces significant financial headwinds as it warns of potential funding challenges ahead, despite recent strategic progress.
The beloved medical comedy Scrubs is officially returning! Get all the exclusive details on the release window, returning cast members, and what to expect from the long-awaited reboot.
After a life-changing accident left her fighting for survival, Jessica Pearson has raised over £15,000 for the air ambulance service that saved her life - and she's not stopping there.
The world-renowned Alnwick Garden in Northumberland reports impressive financial recovery with soaring visitor numbers and ambitious expansion plans, showcasing remarkable resilience in challenging times.
A grieving daughter demands answers after her 55-year-old mother died from sepsis weeks after being sent home from hospital with mere painkillers, despite showing clear signs of serious infection.
Viewers of The Great British Bake Off are up in arms after popular contestant Rowan was sent home in a controversial decision that's being called 'the biggest injustice' in the show's history.