Birmingham Council faces fury over £14m bins strike
Birmingham City Council leaders faced intense public anger over the year-long bins strike, which has cost over £14 million. Read the full details of the heated meeting.
Birmingham City Council leaders faced intense public anger over the year-long bins strike, which has cost over £14 million. Read the full details of the heated meeting.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile levy for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles from 2028. Find out how it works and what it means for your wallet.
A smart OBD scanner with no subscription fees is now just £9.99 on Amazon, a 90% saving. Drivers can diagnose car faults themselves, avoiding costly garage bills. Grab this limited-time deal.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves warned new pay-per-mile electric car tax from 2028 could spark a surge in mileage 'clocking'. Industry leaders fear it will damage the used EV market.
Birmingham City Council's finance boss and a leading academic critic clashed over whether the council's 2023 bankruptcy was necessary. Read the explosive debate on the £760m equal pay liability.
New research reveals a significant shift in the UK and European EV market, with trust in Chinese brands rising as Tesla's novelty fades. Discover the data and the impact of the new pay-per-mile levy.
Government commissioners will oversee Birmingham City Council until at least 2028. The ongoing bins strike and equal pay liabilities are key challenges slowing the council's recovery.
Drivers of electric vehicles could face a higher pay-per-mile tax rate if they under-declare mileage. The new Labour eVED scheme will involve annual checks, sparking industry concerns about fairness and the switch to EVs.
Birmingham Museums Trust launches urgent £2m public appeal. Half its costs are unfunded, putting the city's world-class cultural heritage at a 'critical crossroads'. Your help is needed.
Around two million electric and hybrid car owners will pay a new mileage tax from 2028. Find out how the 3p-per-mile charge will affect your running costs.
Six major driving law changes hit in December 2025, impacting EV owners, petrol drivers, and London commuters. Get the full details on pay-per-mile, fuel duty, and the Congestion Charge shift.
Birmingham Museums Trust launches a vital £2 million public fundraising campaign to save the city's cultural heritage. Your support is needed to keep our museums open.
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust reports a £31.2m deficit, £17.1m worse than planned, driven by rising staff pay costs. A financial recovery plan is underway.
Former hotel receptionist explains how arriving before check-in time significantly boosts your chances of scoring a complimentary room upgrade. Learn the insider strategy now!
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles starting April 2028. Find out how this will impact your motoring costs.
A parent on Universal Credit asks if DWP will still pay childcare costs after quitting their job. Get the facts on benefits, sanctions, and your rights.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' new pay-per-mile levy for electric and hybrid vehicles faces criticism from industry leaders who warn it could deter EV adoption and boost petrol demand.
Chinese car brands Omoda and Jaecoo launch tax rebate to counter new EV and hybrid pay-per-mile levy announced in Autumn Budget. Find out how drivers will be affected from 2028.
Electric vehicle owners face £450 in new annual taxes as government introduces pay-per-mile scheme and ends VED exemption. Find out how this impacts your running costs.
New pay-per-mile car tax plans from Rachel Reeves will require 1.5 million drivers to report for mandatory annual mileage checks. Find out how this affects you.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles starting 2028. Find out how this £1.4bn shake-up affects you.
Debenhams CEO Dan Finley could earn a £148m bonus if shares soar, bypassing a shareholder vote. The retailer also reports narrowed losses. Read the full story.
NS&I warns millions of Premium Bonds holders to check for unclaimed prizes after November's £401 million draw. Two new £1 million jackpot winners from Shropshire and York revealed.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles from 2028. Drivers could pay up to £300 annually. Discover how this affects you.
Discover Your Local Pantry, a Birmingham-based supermarket chain with a unique membership model that could save shoppers over £1,000 annually on their grocery bills.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles starting April 2028. Find out how this will impact drivers and the industry.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils six major changes for UK drivers including EV grants, pay-per-mile tax and fuel duty freeze. Full details on the Autumn Budget measures.
Labour's Autumn Budget hikes the Expensive Car Supplement threshold to £50,000 and introduces a 3p per mile EV tax. Discover how these changes affect your wallet.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget will introduce a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles from 2028, as confirmed by a leaked OBR forecast. Discover how this and other tax changes will impact you.
Thousands of DWP staff are set to walk out in January 2026, threatening chaos in Jobcentres and benefit offices. The PCS union says workers are struggling with debt and using foodbanks.