Lloyds and Halifax to close 44 UK bank branches in 2026
Lloyds Banking Group announces 44 branch closures for 2026 as customers move online. Find the full list and see what support will be available for affected communities.
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Halifax confirms 14 more bank branch closures for 2026
Halifax announces 14 bank branch closures across the UK in 2026, citing a shift to digital banking. Birmingham's Bearwood branch among those shutting. Full list inside.
House Price Growth Slows to 1.8% in November
Nationwide data shows annual house price growth softened to 1.8% in November. Market shows resilience with a 0.3% monthly rise. Read the full analysis.
Cadbury Christmas Chocolate House Kit Reduced to £12
Amazon has slashed the price of the Cadbury Dairy Milk Christmas Chocolate House Kit to £12. This fun family activity includes 840g of chocolate to build and eat. Grab this festive bargain now!
UK House Prices See £772 Boost in November
Nationwide's latest index shows UK house prices rose by £772 in November to £272,998. Experts discuss market resilience and the outlook for 2026. Read the full analysis.
Pub chain warns of menu price rises due to £130m costs
Mitchells & Butlers, owner of Harvester and Toby Carvery, faces £130m extra costs, forcing menu price hikes. CEO Phil Urban cites soaring beef prices and wage bills.
Asda Breaks Pricing Law, Apologises to Shoppers
Asda has apologised after failing to display mandatory unit prices on items like Weetabix and dishwasher tablets, breaking UK consumer law. Discover which products were affected.
Santander, Lloyds, Halifax Shut UK Bank Branches
Santander, Lloyds and Halifax customers face branch closures as over a dozen locations shut in November. Discover the impact on local communities and access to cash.
Tesco Mobile freezes prices for 5.4m customers
Tesco Mobile pledges to freeze basic monthly prices for its 5.4 million customers, offering bill certainty amid widespread mid-contract hikes from rivals like O2.
Harvey Price loses 5 stone without weight loss jabs
Katie Price reveals son Harvey's remarkable 5 stone weight loss achieved without injections. Discover his journey and potential future treatment plans.
London house prices fall while North and Wales see growth
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.
UK house prices to rise £80,000 by 2030
Savills predicts a 22.2% house price jump over five years, adding £80,000 to the average UK home. Discover the regional hotspots set for the biggest growth.
Win a £2.9m Cornwall House for Just £5
A stunning £2.9 million sea-view home in Cornwall is up for grabs. A rare Black Friday code 'BF50' halves the ticket price, offering 15 entries for just £5. Enter now for a chance to win this life-changing property.
Switch Bank Accounts by Thursday for £400 Bonus
HSBC, Halifax and TSB customers urged to switch banks by November 27 for cash incentives up to £400. Act now to secure your banking bonus.
Used EV Prices Crash 37.5% in 'Real Blow'
Second-hand electric car values plummet up to 37.5%, creating bargains for buyers but a major financial hit for current EV owners. Explore the market shift.
UK house prices see £231 monthly rise as growth slows
Nationwide reports UK house prices rose 0.3% in October, adding £231 to average property values. Market shows resilience despite economic headwinds. Read the latest analysis.
Windmill house in Wednesbury could become children's home
Plans to convert the landmark Round House in Wednesbury into a children's home go before Sandwell Council's planning committee on November 26. The unique property features a windmill, tennis court and pool.
Lapworth: West Midlands Village with 2 NT Sites
Discover Lapworth, a picturesque Warwickshire village boasting two stunning National Trust properties, a historic canal network, and charming country pubs.
Birmingham house for £1 needs total refurbishment
A Birmingham house is up for auction with a guide price of just £1. The Saltley property requires complete refurbishment but offers potential for investors.
West Midlands house prices boom by £265k
New ONS data reveals West Midlands property prices surged up to £265,000 in a year. Birmingham dominates top growth areas. Discover the full list here.
UK Consumer Confidence Falls Ahead of Budget
UK consumer confidence falls to -19 as households brace for the Autumn Budget and Black Friday. Retailers warn of a crucial trading period. Read the full analysis.
Attempted murder arrest after three house fires
A 50-year-old man is in custody after three linked house fires in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Three people, including two teenagers, were hospitalised. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Stark opens Swindon drone factory, creating 100 jobs
German defence firm Stark launches a new 40,000 sq ft military drone factory in Swindon, creating over 100 skilled jobs and boosting UK sovereign defence production.
Rantzen's plea to Lords over assisted dying bill
Dame Esther Rantzen, terminally ill with cancer, urges House of Lords not to sabotage assisted dying legislation with 1000+ amendments. Learn about the debate shaping end-of-life choices.
Survey: UK is a nation of nosy neighbours
A new survey reveals Britain's property snooping habits, with over a quarter browsing homes out of nosiness. Discover the regional hotspots and the AI changing how we search.
Cheapest West Midlands towns for first-time buyers
A new property study reveals the most affordable towns for first-time buyers in the West Midlands for 2025. Discover where you can get on the property ladder.
Woman in court over Birmingham house fire with children
A 38-year-old woman has appeared in court charged with arson after a fire at a Birmingham home where four children were present. Read the latest on this developing story.
Zoopla reveals UK's most affordable towns for 2025
Shildon in County Durham named Britain's most budget-friendly town for home buyers, with properties costing just 1.23 times average household income. Discover the full regional breakdown.
TalkTalk confirms £4 monthly price rise from 2026
Millions of TalkTalk customers face a £48 annual bill increase from April 2026. Learn how this mid-contract rise affects you and discover fixed-price alternatives.
Woman charged with arson after Birmingham house fire
A 38-year-old woman faces arson charges after a house fire in Witton where four children were present. Emergency services responded to Deykin Avenue property.
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