A £264.1 million government funding package will transform bus services in Birmingham and the West Midlands, aiming for lower fares and more reliable journeys. Discover how this investment will impact your commute.
Developer Robert Hitchins sells phase one of Central Park in Bridgend to private investors. The 83,693 sq ft, fully-let scheme is a major boost for South Wales commercial property.
A coroner hears PC Rehaan Akhtar, 28, is believed to have drowned after a night out in Bristol. The 'greatly respected' South Wales Police officer's body was recovered from the harbour.
A family-run Christmas grotto in Cwmbran is back, aiming to beat last year's £1,400 fundraising total. This year's proceeds support the Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity. Book now via their Facebook page.
A major new police watchdog report heavily criticises West Midlands Police's Hillsborough disaster probe as 'inexplicably narrow'. Read the damning findings.
Swansea University invites South Wales SME leaders to join the government-funded Help to Grow management programme in Jan 2026. Boost your business strategy and growth. Apply now.
Andrea Bishop takes the helm at BDO's Thames Valley and South West region, overseeing 500 staff and 43 partners. Discover her plans for growth in audit, tax, and consulting.
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.
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.
Sutton Harbour Group pauses £60m Plymouth waterfront development as economic conditions deter buyers. Explore the future of this key regeneration site.
A new Diamond bus service, the number 98, will launch on January 4, connecting Solihull to Heartlands Hospital via Lyndon and Sheldon. Great news for local transport links!
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.
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.
CS Connected, Wales' compound semiconductor cluster, celebrates its 10th anniversary with ambitious plans to create 6,000 high-skilled jobs and reach £1bn in revenue by 2030. Discover how this tech hub is transforming South Wales.
A South Wales Police sergeant has been dismissed without notice after grabbing a woman by the throat and making a horrific sexual comment during a St Patrick's Day night out in Swansea.
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.
Police launch a three-day search of remote mine shafts for Gus Lamont, 4, who vanished from his grandparents' South Australian outback home two months ago. Read the latest updates.
Labour Minister Steve Reed questions a council's four-day week trial, citing performance declines. Over 100 business leaders defend the shorter week, sparking a major national debate.
A planned 20% VAT on private hire vehicles faces a major backlash, with warnings it will disproportionately impact elderly, disabled, and rural passengers. Read the united call to scrap the tax.
South Staffordshire community projects including a memorial garden and outdoor gym receive £125k government funding boost from UK Shared Prosperity and Rural England Prosperity Funds.
Bath-based broadband provider Truespeed announces Nelson Missier as its new CEO, succeeding James Lowther. Discover the leadership change shaping the UK's telecom sector.
First Bus announces complete withdrawal from Cornwall in February 2026, putting 275 jobs at risk due to financial challenges and falling passenger numbers. Read the full story.
220 young musicians from South Wales schools delivered a spectacular performance at the Music for Youth Proms. Discover how this initiative empowers the next generation.
A new AI growth zone in South Wales will unlock billions in data centre investment and create 5,000 jobs over the next decade, cementing the UK's leadership in artificial intelligence.
Councillor urges investigation into why people avoid buses despite regular services. Research aims to ensure new housing development funds boost public transport effectively.
Business West appoints Douglas Ure as new chief executive, joining from Marsh McLennan in January. He succeeds Phil Smith who retires after 30+ years of service.
A man was arrested after hurling hot liquid at staff and breaking a window on an East Midlands Railway service. Read the full report on this disturbing incident.