Energy rule change may save UK homes £100 a year
UK households could save up to £100 annually as Ofgem proposes new rules to cut standing charges. Find out how the change affects your energy bill.
UK households could save up to £100 annually as Ofgem proposes new rules to cut standing charges. Find out how the change affects your energy bill.
Rachel Reeves' proposed £2,000 cap on salary sacrifice pension contributions could penalise young workers and cost employers. Full analysis of the Treasury's £2bn tax raid.
Virgin Money is increasing the monthly fee for its Club M packaged current account by £1.50 to £14 from February 2026. Find out what the change means for your banking costs and included benefits.
British retirees in France will soon pay for healthcare as France closes a post-Brexit loophole. Changes expected next year. Get the latest details.
Discover serene and quiet winter walking routes across Birmingham and the West Midlands to boost your wellbeing and escape the festive bustle this Christmas.
Martin Lewis clarifies Ofgem's new low or no standing charge energy deals for 2025. Get the latest on daily charges and expert advice on whether to switch now or wait.
Leicestershire Police are investigating after a woman's body was discovered in Maris Play Park, Leicester. The death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the latest updates.
Sadiq Khan's plan to end the Cleaner Vehicle Discount could penalise early EV adopters, warns AA. Discover the impact on London's air quality goals.
A man in his 70s has died after being hit by a black Audi A1 in a Farmfoods car park on Holyhead Road, Telford. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Simon Levy, 40, appears at the Old Bailey accused of murdering two women and raping a third in London. The case continues in February 2026.
Paul Doyle, 54, pleaded guilty to all charges relating to the Liverpool FC victory parade crash that injured over 130 people. Read the full court details.
Grime artist Ghetts faces two additional dangerous driving charges following the alleged hit-and-run death of student Yubin Tamang in Ilford. Read the latest court developments.
A new £17.27 million Sainsbury's supermarket with an Argos is coming to Sutton Coldfield, creating 100 jobs. Plans approved despite traffic concerns.
Sainsbury's gets green light for £17.27 million supermarket in Sutton Coldfield, creating 100 jobs and boosting local shopping choice. Read the full details.
A new £17 million Sainsbury's in Sutton Coldfield gets green light, creating 100 jobs. Read about the plans for the former Homebase site and local reaction.
A man has died in Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield. West Midlands Ambulance Service and police responded. His death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the full statement.
Amazon's Sutton Coldfield site hosted a special fun day for its Reliability & Maintenance Engineering team and their families. Discover how the event celebrated their essential work.
Birmingham City Council has approved plans to build 55 flats on the site of the former Rosie's Nightclub in Sutton Coldfield, a move hailed as a key step for area regeneration.
Bell Lax Solicitors in Sutton Coldfield enters administration, resulting in redundancies. Discover the impact on the West Midlands legal sector and the reasons behind the collapse.
West Kirby faces a crossroads as new parking charges threaten to drive shoppers away. With 50 business closures already, traders fear this could be the final straw for the high street.
Discover Browns Brasserie & Bar, the stunning new restaurant in Sutton Park after a £1.5 million transformation. Our review reveals the cosy vibe, delicious food, and why it's the perfect post-walk treat.
A man has died in Sutton Park, Birmingham. Police confirm the death is not being treated as suspicious. Officers remain on site to reassure the community.
A man has died after being found unresponsive in Sutton Park, Birmingham. Police confirm the death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the latest details.
UK electric vehicle drivers could face new pay-per-mile charges as the government aims for a fair tax system. Find out what the Transport Secretary said.
UK drivers brace for vehicle-specific taxes as campaigners warn SUVs endanger pedestrians. Six in ten motorists support tripling parking charges for larger vehicles.
West Midlands Police have sealed off part of Sutton Park in Birmingham after an undisclosed incident. Officers remain on scene near the Jamboree Stone. Follow for live updates.
Drivers in Oxford now face paying over £10 to park for less than an hour due to a new £5 daily congestion charge. Discover how this impacts visitors and local businesses.
Rosie Slater, 32, has been charged with 11 counts of fraud over alleged fake Oasis ticket sales. She is due in court in December. Read the latest on this case and new ticket resale laws.
Latest figures reveal a surprising 9% unemployment spike in the affluent area of Sutton Coldfield, bucking the regional and national trend of falling joblessness.
Chris Sutton predicts a tense 1-1 draw as Leeds United host in-form Aston Villa. Get the full match preview and team news ahead of the Premier League fixture.