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New Suspects on West Midlands Most Wanted List
West Midlands Police have added new suspects to their most wanted list, including individuals sought for serious assault and burglary. The public is urged to call 999 immediately with information.
Solihull car key burglar admits £340k crime spree
Brayden Page, 22, pleaded guilty to eight burglaries and 13 vehicle thefts across Solihull and beyond. Read the full story of the seven-month crime wave.
Erdington Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrests, 20 Vehicles Seized
West Midlands Police's Operation Skybridge team has made a major impact in Erdington, making 10 arrests and seizing over 20 vehicles. Discover how proactive policing is tackling burglary and drug crime.
Senedd Backs £116m Business Rates Relief Scheme
The Senedd has unanimously approved a £116m transitional relief scheme to phase in tax increases for 25,000 Welsh businesses after the 2026 revaluation. Learn how this support will work.
Police appeal after three Oldbury houses targeted in one night
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a series of break-ins in Oldbury. Keys and cash were stolen in the early hours of November 2. Can you help?
Police Christmas crackdown in Sutton Coldfield makes arrests
West Midlands Police's proactive team makes multiple arrests in Sutton Coldfield for burglary, robbery, and drug offences ahead of Christmas. Read the latest on the operation.
Nationwide Slashes Mortgage Rates from January 2026
Nationwide Building Society will reduce its Standard Mortgage Rate by 0.25% to 6.49% from 1 January 2026, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Find out what this means for your repayments.
Bank of England cuts interest rates to 3.75%
The Bank of England has cut the base rate to 3.75%, signalling a shift for savers and borrowers. Experts urge immediate action to secure top savings deals before banks follow suit.
Burglar jailed 23 years for Biddulph attempted murder
Jordan Williamson admitted attempted murder after a horrific break-in left a man with life-changing injuries. Read the full story of the attack and sentencing.
Three charged over Llangollen ATM burglary
Three men from the West Midlands have been charged with burglary after money was stolen from a cash machine in Llangollen. They appeared at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court.
Nationwide reduces buy-to-let mortgage rates
Nationwide's subsidiary, The Mortgage Works, slashes switcher rates by up to 0.20% for existing landlord customers, effective from Thursday 4 December 2025.
Boxer Ben Whittaker's home burgled during TV fight
Olympic medallist Ben Whittaker's home was burgled as he fought live on TV. His IBF title belt was stolen. Police are appealing for information.
Boxer Ben Whittaker's home burgled, IBF belt stolen
British boxer Ben Whittaker's Wednesbury home was burgled while he fought in Birmingham. His IBF belt was stolen. Police are investigating and a reward is offered.
Boxer Ben Whittaker's home burgled after fight win
Olympic boxer Ben Whittaker returns from victorious Matchroom debut to discover his Wednesbury home burgled and IBF belt stolen. The fighter offers a reward for information.
Edgbaston: UK's Worst Burglary Hotspot Revealed
Birmingham's B15 postcode has the highest burglary rate in Britain. Police data reveals the streets hit and a shocking £12k gold theft case. Share your story.
State Pension to rise by £575 for millions in 2026
Millions of UK state pensioners will receive a £575 annual increase from April 2026. Discover how the triple lock policy impacts your pension payments and what it means for you.
Cannabis grow discovered in Redditch house
Police in Redditch discovered a significant cannabis grow with up to 40 plants after responding to a burglary report. A man and woman were arrested. Report crime anonymously.
Co-op cuts prices on 1,000 products after Budget
Co-op is investing £1bn in the UK economy, cutting prices on 1,000 items and supporting British farmers. The move responds to the cost-of-living crisis and new business rates.
North West firms react to Rachel Reeves' Budget
North West business leaders give mixed reactions to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget, with many warning of a lack of growth strategy and concerns over regional investment. Read the full analysis.
Liverpool business reaction to Rachel Reeves Budget
Liverpool Chamber of Commerce members express relief at 'no surprises' Budget but call for a clearer government vision for long-term economic growth. Read the full analysis.
Rachel Reeves' 2025 Budget: Major Tax Changes Revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils major tax rises on property, pensions and EVs in her Autumn Budget 2025, while scrapping the two-child benefit cap. Full analysis of the economic impact.
Supermarket Tax Hike After Budget U-turn
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi and Lidl face millions in new business rates after Treasury reversal. Find out how this will impact shoppers.
Customers told to ditch big banks for better savings
Savers are rushing to lock in high-interest accounts as Bank of England rate cuts loom. Discover the top-paying providers and why switching from major banks is crucial now.
Reeves' ISA cut may push mortgage rates higher
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' plan to slash the cash ISA allowance by 40% risks reducing savings, limiting mortgage lending and pushing up rates for borrowers.
Fix your mortgage now as rates hit three-year low
Barclays and HSBC cut fixed mortgage rates. Over 40 lenders have reduced deals since November. Experts urge households to secure a new deal now before potential changes.
CCTV Appeal After Erdington Burglary Attempt
West Midlands Police issue CCTV appeal after a man attempted to break into a Robin Road, Erdington property on October 5. Call 101 with information.
Cash ISA Cut Threatens Building Societies
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to slash the cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £12,000 in the Autumn Budget. Experts warn this could damage the building society ecosystem and lead to higher mortgage rates. Read the full analysis.
Co-op opens 11 new stores across the UK
Co-op unveils 11 new stores this week from Scotland to Bristol as part of a £200m investment. Full list of locations and calls for business rates reform revealed.
UK Pubs Under Threat: Publicans Plead for Budget Help
Publicans across the South West warn of a 'critical tipping point' for pubs, urging government action on business rates and taxes in the Autumn Budget to prevent widespread closures.
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