Lindi Holmes, a Cambridge volunteer, wins FoodCycle's Regional Volunteer of the Year Award for helping turn over 20 tonnes of surplus food into thousands of free community meals. Discover how you can get involved.
Shoppers are snapping up real Christmas trees for a bargain £10.99 at Home Bargains. Discover the best festive tree deals from Tesco and Morrisons too.
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.
The Independent's guide to the UK's best festive markets features Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and Worcester Christmas Fayre. Discover dates, highlights, and what makes them special.
An inquest opens into the violent death of 17-year-old Lainie Williams in Cefn Fforest, Gwent. Her mother was also injured. A man awaits trial for murder.
A £140m transformation of Cardiff Central station is set to proceed, boosting capacity for 20m passengers ahead of Euro 2028. Read the full details.
A premature baby died after being left unfed for four hours on cold, wet bedding at an understaffed Welsh neonatal unit. Coroner cites 'gross understaffing' and systemic failures.
Discover how Birmingham's Christmas celebrations have transformed over the last century through 26 nostalgic photographs showing festive markets, decorations and community spirit.
Greene King is offering 30,000 free Christmas meals to UK shift workers on 1st December. A festive thank you to the 1.1 million people working on Christmas Day.
A policy change in Devon automatically enrols eligible children for free school meals, helping over 1,300 more pupils. Discover how this initiative supports families.
Birmingham's two Christmas markets go head-to-head in our festive comparison. Discover which market offers the best food, gifts and atmosphere this winter season.
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.
Discover Alcester, a charming Warwickshire town offering a traditional Christmas with timber-framed buildings, twinkling lights, and festive events like St. Nicholas Night.
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.
Former steelworker Joe Xerri shares how Marie Curie supported him through bereavement while volunteering. He urges more men to join the UK's leading end-of-life charity. Discover volunteering opportunities.
Tesco's Fruit & Veg for Schools initiative, now supporting over 500 schools, is hailed as 'life-changing' for improving children's health, concentration, and behaviour in disadvantaged areas.
Discover the top spots to buy a high-quality real Christmas tree across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Open daily from 9am to 8pm. Find your festive centrepiece today!
Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits to funding the Cardiff Parkway station and business park, a project with the potential to create thousands of jobs and attract major investment from Rolls-Royce.
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!
Discover enchanting Christmas light trails across Birmingham and the West Midlands you can still book for 2025. From Warwick Castle to botanical gardens, find your perfect festive family outing.
The Met Office has released its festive forecast. Discover the likelihood of a white Christmas in 2025 and the expected weather patterns across the UK.
Welsh Government hosts major investment summit with 1500 delegates, aiming to attract new business to Wales. 60% of attending firms not currently active in Welsh market. Discover key projects seeking funding.
Lidl is the UK's cheapest supermarket for Christmas dinner 2025, offering a full festive feast for eight people for just £11.85. Discover how they've slashed prices.
Richard Iles from Winterbourne Down is creating one of Britain's largest domestic Christmas light displays with 235,000 lights, raising funds for military veterans. Support this incredible spectacle from November 29.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board faces criticism from 300 senior doctors over recruitment freeze targeting 350 job cuts. Read the full investigation into the healthcare crisis.
A quarter of new industrial units at Paisley Park in Merthyr Tydfil are already let, signalling strong demand for modern business space in South Wales. Discover the latest property developments.
St James Tower in Cardiff centre has been converted into a spectacular seven-storey residence, blending Victorian architecture with modern design. Priced at £799,950, this unique property is now on the market.
A family has hailed Dunelm's Charles Bentley 6ft Faux Christmas Tree as the best they've ever owned. Priced at £119, this realistic tree is making a statement in homes across the UK. Discover why it's so popular.
Join Dogs Trust Cardiff's Christmas Fair on Sunday, December 7 for festive fun, Santa Paws photos, and activities. Free entry. Help support dogs in need.
Discover everything you need to know about Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market 2025, from festive stalls and live music to opening times and travel tips. Plan your visit today!