UK R&D spending rebounds, but Wales share under 2%
New ONS figures show UK business R&D expenditure rose to £55.6bn in 2024. However, Wales contributed less than 2% of the total. Discover the regional breakdown and expert analysis.
New ONS figures show UK business R&D expenditure rose to £55.6bn in 2024. However, Wales contributed less than 2% of the total. Discover the regional breakdown and expert analysis.
Discover Medicine Bakery, Birmingham's hidden gem in Selfridges offering magical festive treats, Disney music and escape from Bullring crowds. A local secret worth sharing!
Sainsbury's faces backlash over its new Mince Pie Brioche Style Wrap, with shoppers calling the festive product 'vile' and saying it has 'gone too far'. Discover the viral reaction.
NatWest strengthens its Venture Banking team with Andrew Hunter as Managing Director, signalling a major commitment to supporting the UK's most ambitious, venture-backed scaleups.
McDonald's UK removes eight international favourites from today, making way for new Grinch-themed Christmas menu including limited-edition socks. Discover the full changes.
Birmingham will host Life Sciences Week 2026 from Sept 21-25. The event unites biotech, pharma, and academia leaders. Book your place now to join the UK's premier life sciences gathering.
Leeds-based Uniphy has secured £3m funding to develop its intuitive 'smart surface' technology for vehicles, offering a safer alternative to touchscreens. Discover how this innovation is set to transform our interaction with machines.
Marketing agency Hussel transforms a Hummer H2 into a 'Mobile Disruption Unit' for live events, backed by the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II. Discover how this innovative project is set to revolutionise brand engagement.
Sainsbury's customers can add a £2 donation at checkout to support Comic Relief's food poverty initiative this Christmas. The supermarket aims to provide millions of meals.
Sainsbury's urges customers to donate £2 this Christmas to help combat food poverty. The initiative, in partnership with Comic Relief, runs until December 24.
Plans submitted for Walsall's rooftop street food venue after council closure over safety. Over 100 jobs created. Decision expected January 2026.
Dave's Hot Chicken confirms its second Birmingham location opens November 28 at Resorts World. Discover menu details, opening hours and what makes this cult brand special.
Discover Birmingham's hottest new restaurants and bars for 2025, from Dave's Hot Chicken to Cylla. Plan your next city centre visit and explore the vibrant food scene.
Sainsbury's has launched a controversial 'Pickles in Blankets' twist on the Christmas classic, leaving UK customers divided. Discover the festive food reaction.
The Food Standards Agency warns customers not to eat three recalled Christmas food products due to undeclared almonds. Return items for a full refund.
A Walsall wedding caterer was hit with a £5,000+ court bill after environmental health found mouse droppings and chew marks. Check food hygiene ratings before booking.
University of Liverpool unveils £100m AI centre set to create 900 jobs and boost UK economy by £400m. Discover how this innovation hub will transform materials research.
Complyance releases free AI-powered vendor risk scorer, transforming GRC processes for businesses worldwide. Get instant risk profiles today!
Pink Storage's Birmingham site is now illuminated by 60,000 programmable LEDs, enhancing security and creating a unique interactive experience. Discover how this tech is redefining UK self storage.
Discover Society Birmingham, a new 9,000sq ft food & drink hall. Enjoy local beers, top coffee, and five street food vendors - the perfect festive retreat.
Discover the 2025 prices for beer, sausages, and chips at Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market. See what's changed and what visitors are saying about the festive costs.
Discover the nine Birmingham Indian restaurants celebrated in the British Indian Good Food Guide 2025. Find your next perfect curry night in the city!
Nine Birmingham Indian restaurants have been recognised in The British Indian Good Food Guide 2025, with Opheem and Asha's crowned Midlands champions. Discover if your favourite made the list!
Durham sports innovator Rezon launches a £1m crowdfunding campaign to accelerate the global roll-out of its concussion-reducing headbands. Join the mission to protect athletes.
We tried Wetherspoons' new festive Big Cheese burgers. The plant-based and chicken options left us underwhelmed. Would you order them again?
McDonald's in King's Norton reopens with a 'Convenience of the Future' redesign, featuring new tech and layout for a better customer experience. Discover the changes!
Marks & Spencer unveils a 'genius' Christmas meal inside a giant Yorkshire pudding. Perfect for a festive mid-week dinner, the new items are available now. Find out more!
Sainsbury's has issued an urgent recall for its JS Free From Breaded Mini Fillets due to undeclared milk contamination. Customers are urged to return the product for a full refund.
The fresh dog food brand Years celebrated its launch in all Just for Pets stores with a vibrant event in Tamworth, featuring chef demos and free samples. Discover their restaurant-quality meals now available in-store.
Eleven food businesses in the West Midlands, including in Solihull and Sandwell, received a zero-star food hygiene rating in 2025, meaning major improvements are necessary. Check the full list.