UK drivers struggle with £650 unexpected car repair bills
Shock new data reveals a third of UK motorists face unexpected car repair costs, with the average bill now £650. Discover how to protect your finances from sudden garage costs.
Shock new data reveals a third of UK motorists face unexpected car repair costs, with the average bill now £650. Discover how to protect your finances from sudden garage costs.
The Institute for Fiscal Studies warns that every state pensioner will become a taxpayer by 2027 unless the government grants an exemption. Discover the full impact of frozen tax thresholds.
Discover the five West Midlands towns named among the UK's 20 most underrated destinations for 2026 by KAYAK. Plan your next staycation now!
Derbyshire Police responded to reports of an abandoned dog near Matlock, only to discover a Sven reindeer toy from Disney's Frozen. Read the full amusing story.
Birmingham's B15 postcode has the highest burglary claims rate in Britain. Discover the UK's top hotspots and 7 expert tips to secure your home this winter.
Three raiders broke into an Erdington home, threatened the occupants, and stole gold and valuables before fleeing in a stolen car. Police are investigating.
Cadbury has reduced its Heroes, Roses & Twirl pouches from 300g to 270g while keeping the £5 price, a move slammed as 'dishonest' by shoppers.
A gang of four thieves has been sentenced for a series of car key burglaries across Solihull, Redditch, and Bromsgrove. Discover how police brought them to justice.
West Midlands Police arrested a 52-year-old man on Slade Road, Erdington, on suspicion of burglary. Officers seized a television, power tools, and electrical items during Operation Skybridge.
K-pop icon and Netflix actress Nana and her mother hospitalised with serious injuries after confronting armed burglar in their Seoul home. Read their brave story.
Ashley Lawrence, 37, was sentenced to 12 months in prison after being found hiding in a commercial bin following an £8,000 burglary at Gray & Bull Opticians in Nottingham.
A 44-year-old man has been arrested following an early morning break-in at the Starbucks on New Street, Birmingham. Police seized a glass break hammer and Class-B drugs.
A mother and daughter were held hostage after burglars raided their Shropshire home, mistaking it for a drug den. Read how a dropped 999 call led to their rescue.
Discover the most popular and fastest-rising dog names in Birmingham for 2025. Find out if your pet's name made the list and see the full trends.
The DWP warns 24 million benefit claimants that failing to report life changes is considered fraud. Learn what changes you must declare to avoid penalties.
Which? reveals Lloyds, esure, and Rentokil have the worst home insurance claim acceptance rates in Britain. Discover the data and what it means for your policy.
A crucial police report details the 'low risk' posed by Aston Villa's historic hooligan groups ahead of the Maccabi Tel Aviv match, which saw away fans banned. Discover the full story.
Richard Gull, 32, jailed for four years after robbing a Sutton Coldfield supermarket and burgling an Erdington home while on bail. The stolen car contained vital medical equipment.
Aston Villa secured a thrilling European victory as Ian Maatsen's stunning goal and Donyell Malen's composed penalty proved decisive against a resilient Maccabi Tel Aviv side at Villa Park.
Aston Villa secure crucial 3-1 victory over Bournemouth with Watkins leading the line and Rogers making first Premier League start in tactical masterclass from Emery.
New analysis reveals UK unemployment is forecast to rise significantly to 4.2% by mid-2024, with the Bank of England's interest rate hikes creating challenging conditions for businesses and job seekers alike.
New data reveals a dramatic 40% drop in profit warnings across North West England, signalling strong corporate health and economic recovery in the region despite ongoing challenges.
Liverpool secured a hard-fought 3-1 victory against Aston Villa in an entertaining Premier League clash at Anfield. Read our comprehensive match report and player ratings.
A Birmingham mother recounts the terrifying moment masked burglars stormed her home, demanding car keys while threatening her family in a violent late-night ordeal.
A bungling female burglar's attempt to steal from a Birmingham home turned into a 20-minute comedy of errors as she struggled with a window, leaving behind crucial evidence.
Apple and Amazon deliver stunning first-quarter results, defying Wall Street expectations with strong performances in services and cloud computing sectors.
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal following violent burglary in Kingstanding where suspects threatened residents with weapons before fleeing with jewellery and cash.
Popular Birmingham bar The Stable in Grand Central targeted by brazen thieves who smashed through glass frontage in early morning raid, leaving staff devastated and community in shock.
A Birmingham family's dream holiday turned into a devastating nightmare when burglars stripped their home bare just one day after they left for Spain. Discover their shocking story and the police warning to all UK travellers.