Universal Studios UK Park Gets Green Light
Plans for the UK's first Universal Studios theme park near Cambridgeshire have been approved, promising 8,000 permanent jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Discover the details.
Plans for the UK's first Universal Studios theme park near Cambridgeshire have been approved, promising 8,000 permanent jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Discover the details.
Eligible Cambridgeshire households can apply for a £110 lump sum in supermarket vouchers via the Household Support Fund. Learn the eligibility criteria and how to claim.
Wirral Council reveals advanced negotiations for a tenant at its costly, empty Irvine building in the £75m Birkenhead Commercial District, a potential boost for the town centre.
The Eating Inn Steakhouse in Blackpool has had its latest planning application refused. The council says the extension harms the Promenade's character. Read the full story.
A series of festive events in Cambridgeshire, including a Christmas market and a cathedral fayre, have collectively raised nearly £6,000 for East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH). The funds will support vital care for children and families.
A 13-year-old girl was allegedly dragged into a KFC toilet and gang-raped by four men in Paris. Police arrested suspects after passers-by found the traumatised victim. Read the full report.
Warwick District Council must repay double council tax charged on second homes after admitting it 'acted outside the law'. A procedural mistake forces a costly U-turn.
Labour demands apology after £8,000 survey on Cradley parish council, funded as part of a Tory-Lib Dem budget deal, is overwhelmingly rejected by residents. Read the full story.
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.
Cornish Metals reports major advances in reviving the historic South Crofty tin mine, with key infrastructure work on track. Production is targeted for 2028, promising a £70m annual boost.
Discover how one journalist experienced five-star luxury at the Celtic Manor Resort for just £90, including a surprise dinner discount and festive grandeur. A must-read for UK travel deals.
Discover Castleton, a beautiful Peak District village near Birmingham that transforms into a magical winter wonderland with cosy pubs, festive lights, and carols in a cave.
Discover why a trip from Birmingham to the enchanting Hope Valley village of Castleton, with its twinkling lights and cosy pubs, was an almost perfect festive escape.
Discover Castleton, a fairytale Derbyshire village that transforms into a magical Christmas destination with caves, carols, and quaint shops. Plan your festive visit!
Solihull Council sees complaints soar to a three-year peak while making crucial decisions on parish mergers, historic building conversions, and the Mell Square redevelopment. Discover the full story.
Walsall Council approves a four-year extension for the Highfields landfill site, promising long-term community benefits despite ongoing resident complaints about stench and noise.
UK households in council tax band D can get 100% discounts, leading to £0 bills before a 5% rise to £2,394. Learn how to apply for Council Tax Support.
Millions of UK households face a 5% council tax hike in 2026. Discover expert tips on how to legally reduce your bill and save money with discounts and payment plans.
Sutton Harbour Group pauses £60m Plymouth waterfront development as economic conditions deter buyers. Explore the future of this key regeneration site.
An inquest hears Elizabeth Bury died from injuries sustained after falling on a speed bump. The coroner has filed a report to prevent future deaths.
Andrew Murray, 31, sent a sexually explicit video to a 13-year-old girl after a random phone call. He was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison. Read the full story.
A senior delegation from St Kitts and Nevis has visited Nigeria following a historic visa-free travel agreement, signalling a new era of Afri-Caribbean cooperation. Discover the opportunities.
West of England business leaders warn Rachel Reeves' Budget will dampen investment and job creation. Read the full reaction from the region's key industries.
Sheffield software firm IntelliAM AI secures £250,000 in new contracts with major building product manufacturers, marking strategic expansion from FMCG sector.
Good Morning Britain halted its Budget coverage to report a major fire in Hong Kong's Tai Po district, with several people trapped. Watch the latest updates.
Sutton Coldfield Charitable Trust provides £4,995 grant for winter support bags helping vulnerable Birmingham residents stay warm during cost of living crisis.
Dudley taxpayers foot an £8,000 bill for a feasibility study, with over 80% of Cradley residents voting against a new parish council. Discover the political fallout.
The body of PC Rehaan Akhtar, 28, was recovered from Bristol Harbour after he vanished during a night out. Tributes pour in for the 'greatly respected' officer.
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.
Discover 7 stunning wild swimming locations in Cumbria and the proven health benefits of cold water immersion. Expert tips for safe swimming included.