King Charles honours West Midlands volunteer heroes
King Charles has honoured six community volunteer groups in Birmingham and Wolverhampton with the prestigious Award for Voluntary Service. Discover the inspiring stories behind these local heroes.
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UK Christmas tree shortage: Shop early for quality
UK households urged to buy Christmas trees early due to a 'quality' shortage caused by climate change and extreme weather. Experts warn popular bushy trees may look less full this year.
Reeves urged to scrap crippling alcohol tax hike
Wine and Spirit Trade Association calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to freeze alcohol duty as 4.5% hike could add £1 to bottle prices, fuelling inflation and hurting hospitality.
Midlands Finance Awards 2025 Winners Announced
Discover the winners of the Midlands Finance Awards 2025, celebrating the region's top financial talent and innovation. Over £3,400 was raised for Birmingham Children's Hospital.
Aldergate curry house wins top regional award
Jalali's Bangladeshi restaurant in Aldergate has been crowned West Midlands Restaurant of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Bangladesh Caterers Association awards.
Shoe Zone closes fan-favourite Rhyl store
Shoe Zone begins clearance sale as it shuts its Rhyl branch, part of a wider retail crisis hitting UK high streets. Discover the full impact and store closure list.
Handsworth residents halt 14-bed HMO plan
Furious Handsworth residents celebrate as council rejects 14-bed supported housing plan. Locals say area is treated as a 'dumping ground' for HMOs. Read the full story.
UK retail growth slows as households await Labour Budget
UK retail sales growth slowed to 1.6% in October as cautious households cut spending ahead of expected tax rises in the Labour Autumn Budget. Discover how this affects Christmas shopping.
Welsh Retail Footfall Surges 7.1% in March
New data reveals Welsh retail is outperforming other UK nations with significant footfall increases in March 2024, offering hope for high streets and shopping centres.
Matalan Ends Online Returns in Major Policy Shift
In a bold retail shake-up, fashion giant Matalan announces it will stop accepting returns for online purchases, joining a growing industry trend to cut costs and reduce environmental impact.
Zoo stampede raises funds for mental health charity
Chester Zoo witnessed an incredible turnout as thousands participated in the mental health charity stampede, raising vital funds for Mind while enjoying the zoo's attractions in a unique fundraising event.
Survivor raises thousands for air ambulance that saved her
After a life-changing accident left her fighting for survival, Jessica Pearson has raised over £15,000 for the air ambulance service that saved her life - and she's not stopping there.
Join Vicky McClure's Dementia Choir - Sing for a Cause
Actor Vicky McClure invites you to join her celebrated Dementia Choir for an unforgettable musical experience while raising crucial funds for dementia services across the UK.
Surrey Care Leader Wins National Award
A dedicated Surrey-based care leader has received national acclaim after winning a prestigious award at the Great British Care Awards, celebrating outstanding contributions to the social care sector.
Primark scraps traditional tills for mobile checkout system
Primark is revolutionising the shopping experience by replacing traditional tills with mobile checkout points, allowing staff to process payments anywhere in the store.
Lidl confirms Perry Barr store opening date
Discount supermarket giant Lidl has announced the official opening date for its exciting new Birmingham store at Perry Barr Retail Park, bringing fresh groceries and unbeatable prices to the community this spring.
Oscars 2026: Key Dates and Early Favourites Revealed
The Academy announces crucial dates for the 2026 Oscars ceremony as industry insiders identify early favourites. Discover when nominations will drop and which films are already generating Oscar buzz.
Guitarist's thank you gig for sight loss charity
Talented musician from Gwynedd returns to his roots with special concert raising vital funds for RNIB Cymru after receiving life-changing support for his visual impairment.
Schoolgirl's daily mile raises thousands for sick children
A determined Yorkshire schoolgirl is running one mile every single day throughout 2024 to raise vital funds for poorly children, already generating over £2,500 for her inspiring charity mission.
Widnes Hospitals Win Prestigious National Healthcare Award
Hospitals in Widnes are celebrating after receiving national recognition for their exceptional patient care and staff development in the prestigious Health Service Journal Awards.
Steelworker turned care hero wins national award
Discover how a former steelworker from Rotherham completely transformed the life of a dementia patient, earning him a prestigious national care award and proving that compassion knows no career boundaries.
M&S Profits Soar 58% in Stunning Turnaround
Marks & Spencer's transformation strategy delivers impressive results with clothing and home sales climbing 5.7% and food revenue up 13%, signalling a major retail comeback story.
The Entertainer announces major job cuts amid cost crisis
Britain's beloved toy chain The Entertainer faces tough restructuring with significant job losses as rising costs and tax pressures hit the retail sector hard.
ASOS cuts 500 jobs in UK restructuring
Online fashion giant ASOS announces significant workforce reduction affecting 500 roles across UK operations, including key Birmingham distribution centres, as part of cost-cutting measures.
Violence against shop workers surges by one-third
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in physical assaults and verbal abuse targeting retail staff across Britain, with Co-op reporting over 1,000 incidents daily.
Staffordshire Family's Triple Award Triumph
Discover how one remarkable Staffordshire family dominated the 2025 Sykes GEMS Awards with three generations celebrating business success together.
Warwick Charity Seeks Runners for Children's Cause
Volunteer fundraisers are urgently needed to participate in running events across Warwickshire to support Molly Olly's Wishes, a local charity helping children with life-threatening illnesses.
Waitrose Implements New £50 Checkout Rule
Waitrose introduces a significant policy change affecting self-service checkout payments, setting a £50 minimum for card transactions to combat theft and streamline operations.
Aldi to open 16 new UK stores in major expansion
Discount supermarket giant Aldi announces major expansion with 16 new stores planned across the UK, creating hundreds of jobs and bringing bargain groceries to more communities.
Primark Owner ABF Considers Business Separation
Associated British Foods is exploring a potential separation of its retail and grocery divisions, a move that could reshape the future of Primark and its 400+ stores across the UK and internationally.
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