Construction worker wins £47k dream car in online draw
A London construction worker was left speechless after winning a brand-new £47,000 Cupra Terramar in an online spot-the-ball competition he'd played for two years. Discover his incredible story.
A London construction worker was left speechless after winning a brand-new £47,000 Cupra Terramar in an online spot-the-ball competition he'd played for two years. Discover his incredible story.
Butlin's holiday resorts bounce back from a £74.2m loss to a £28.3m pre-tax profit in 2024. CEO Jon Hendry Pickup outlines investment plans ahead of the brand's 90th anniversary.
Step back in time with 21 captivating archive photos showcasing daily life in Birmingham's neighbourhoods, from the 1930s onwards. Discover the city's rich social history.
A century-old former working men's club in Smethwick, which fell into administration, will be transformed into townhouses and flats. Council planners approved the scheme despite parking concerns.
A Birmingham company faces backlash for selling Purple Aki dolls and footballs. Discover the story behind Liverpool's urban legend and the controversial new products.
Popular baby goods retailer My Baby Ltd has ceased trading, closing all stores in Cambridgeshire and Norfolk. Find out about refunds and Section 75 claims.
An urgent warning for 16,000 UK motorists whose car insurance cover ends on December 1 after Premier Insurance Company Ltd collapsed. Find out what to do next.
Hannah and Charlie Bird share how they're saving over £100k by building their own home using polystyrene blocks instead of traditional construction methods.
Birmingham City's revolutionary Powerhouse stadium design features 12 chimneys, retractable pitch and ambitious 2030 opening target. Discover the groundbreaking vision.
Construction restarts on Berwick's £35m community hospital with a new interim contractor after Merit's administration. The NHS trust reassures the community on progress.
Discover the top 8 places to live in the West Midlands in 2026, according to Muddy Stilettos' expert guide. Find your perfect new home today!
Sutton Harbour Group pauses £60m Plymouth waterfront development as economic conditions deter buyers. Explore the future of this key regeneration site.
Construction work is now underway on the £50m Freshney Place redevelopment in Grimsby, set to deliver a cinema, leisure facilities and food hall by 2027.
Endeavour School in Brentwood faces disruption as a DfE construction project fails. MP Alex Burghart vows to intervene. Support local festive businesses.
A Devon father is ordered to dismantle his garden structure after a neighbour's complaint. Discover the implications for UK homeowners and planning rules.
Northumberland's Kilfrost sees pre-tax profits double to £6.2m. The 93-year-old de-icer company expands into rail, food manufacturing and renewables for strong growth.
East Yorkshire's Premier Modular has been appointed to a £1bn NHS framework, positioning it to deliver vital modular buildings for healthcare and public services across the UK.
HMRC announces new advisory fuel rates for petrol, diesel and electric company cars effective December 1. Find out how the changes affect business travel reimbursements.
Warwickshire Council plans to spend £500,000 of HS2 road safety funding to permanently keep temporary street lighting on Fosse Way. The move aims to enhance long-term road safety.
Lloyds Bank's third green retrofit loan of 2025 will upgrade over 11,000 social homes, supporting 2,000 skilled construction jobs. Discover how this initiative boosts energy efficiency.
Atif Syed appeals for funds to save Wootzano from winding up petition. The robotics firm has £570m in contracts and global clients. Support the fight to save British innovation.
Discover the winners of the 2025 ProCon Leicestershire Awards, celebrating the best construction projects and a rising star architect in the region. Find out which projects took top honours.
Gibraltar-based Premier Insurance Company Limited has entered administration, voiding coverage for 16,000 UK motorists from December 1. The FSCS assures protection for eligible policyholders.
Yorkshire's Zoo Digital sees operating losses halve to $1.2m as restructuring and AI integration pay off. The subtitling specialist reports stable revenue and a renewed confidence.
Citizens Advice reveals Yodel as Britain's lowest-rated parcel carrier. Over 15 million faced delivery issues. Discover which firm topped the rankings ahead of Christmas.
Newcastle building services firm Northern Bear reports strong half-year growth with revenue reaching £49.4m and operating profit hitting £4.1m, despite challenging market conditions ahead.
Cramlington-based modular construction firm Merit enters administration, resulting in over 300 redundancies and halting work on major projects like Berwick Infirmary. Administrators seek solutions.
A £50 million subsidy protecting West Midlands bus routes from cuts has been extended for 15 months. Discover how this decision secures vital transport links for communities.
Rochdale Borough Council has approved significant developments including a 30-bed hotel extension and telecom tower, while rejecting several home extensions. Discover the latest planning outcomes.
Bristol's Imperial Brands raises shareholder dividend following profit growth and £1.45bn share buyback launch. Discover how the tobacco giant plans future expansion.