Policy Centre to Boost UK Manufacturing SMEs
A new independent Policy Centre aims to give 325,000 manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government policy, driving growth and future-proofing British industry.
A new independent Policy Centre aims to give 325,000 manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government policy, driving growth and future-proofing British industry.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will confirm a £575 state pension rise for 2026/27 under the triple lock. Discover how this increase affects pensioners and the looming tax threshold issue.
Join Dogs Trust Cardiff's Christmas Fair on Sunday, December 7 for festive fun, Santa Paws photos, and activities. Free entry. Help support dogs in need.
O'Malley the German Shepherd faces his fourth Christmas at Birmingham Dogs Home. The charity launches a 'Festive Feast' appeal, asking for £5 donations to give rescue dogs a special Christmas dinner.
JD Wetherspoon announces its first continental European pub at Alicante Airport, serving British favourites and Spanish dishes from January 2026. Discover the new holiday hotspot venue.
JD Wetherspoon unveils its festive menu for 2025, featuring new dishes and meal deals. Discover what's new and which two popular items won't be returning this Christmas season.
Wetherspoons partners with University of Birmingham's Guild of Students to open a new affordable pub on campus in 2026, creating jobs and supporting student life.
New government plans will block migrants from claiming DWP benefits until they gain citizenship. Critics warn of 'expensive bureaucracy' and decades of uncertainty.
Lancashire County Councillor Tom Pickup suspended from Reform UK after alleged WhatsApp messages discussing 'hardline' immigration stance and mass deportations surfaced.
The government's free breakfast club expansion will save families £450 and 95 hours yearly, aiding the cost of living crisis. Over 500,000 children to benefit.
UK households are urged to trace lost pension pots, with the average forgotten fund for 55-75 year olds valued at £13,620. Act now to boost your retirement savings.
Wetherspoons announces eight new pub locations for 2026, including a unique partnership with the University of Birmingham's student union bar. Discover the full expansion plans.
Money expert Martin Lewis has reported Evans and Carluccio's to Trading Standards for misleading online returns policies. Discover your full consumer rights.
Heart-warming moment as Guide Dog puppies in training formed a guard of honour for Gloucester Hartpury players, highlighting the charity's vital volunteer needs. Support their life-changing work today.
Sir David Attenborough's new BBC series captures the heartbreaking story of a three-legged wild dog's fatal crocodile attack and his pack's heroic rescue attempt. Watch the emotional footage.
Home Office minister Jess Phillips urges teachers to demand more recognition for their work, citing the example of Birmingham bin workers. Discover the government's plan for schools.
HM Treasury has officially rejected calls to raise the personal tax allowance to £20,000, warning it would cost £50bn annually and risk essential public services.
Parenting coach and ex-teacher Abi Clarke refuses to make her children do homework, labelling it 'detrimental'. Discover why she's calling for its abolition.
Birmingham Dogs Home announces 'Santa Paws' Christmas fundraising events in Wolverhampton and Birmingham. Meet Santa, enjoy craft fayres, and support homeless dogs.
Welsh councils reveal children's care costs have doubled after profit elimination policy drove providers away. Authorities face £400m budget shortfall and service cuts.
Drivers in Wales face new pavement parking restrictions. Learn how this move impacts accessibility and traffic flow across the nation.
A festive review of Wetherspoons' Christmas menu reveals a surprising omission in their roast dinner. Discover if this budget-friendly option delivers holiday cheer.
Wetherspoons has launched its 2025 Christmas menu with new festive items, but some favourites are missing and prices have increased by 16%. Available until December 31.
Wetherspoons confirms five new pub openings in Bristol, Croydon, Stockton-on-Tees, Beaconsfield and Wetherby by 2026. Discover the full expansion plans and locations.
A woman needed surgery after a dog bite on Pershore Road. West Midlands Police issue a CCTV appeal to trace a man in connection with the October 14th incident.
We tried Wetherspoons' new festive Big Cheese burgers. The plant-based and chicken options left us underwhelmed. Would you order them again?
Labour's 2030 petrol car ban faces resistance as 91% of drivers refuse electric vehicles or cycling. Discover the barriers preventing widespread adoption in the UK.
The DWP is calling 4,000 people for PIP face-to-face assessments as it plans to make audio recording standard. Discover how this impacts claimants and appeals.
McDonald's UK introduces an 'Order Ahead' app feature using your phone's location to prepare food in 3-5 minutes, cutting queues for a faster collection.
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of households face significant council tax hikes due to a stealth government policy change, with Birmingham residents among the hardest hit.