UK milk prices surge 15% as inflation cools
UK inflation fell to 3.6% in October, but households face a sharp 15% rise in whole milk costs. Discover the full impact on your shopping basket.
UK inflation fell to 3.6% in October, but households face a sharp 15% rise in whole milk costs. Discover the full impact on your shopping basket.
UK inflation eased to 3.6% in October 2025, but experts warn this is the 'calm before the storm' ahead of the Autumn Budget. Read the full analysis.
UK inflation falls to 3.6% for the first time since March. Sir Keir Starmer welcomes the news but warns more work is needed on the cost of living. Read the full analysis.
The popular Middletons Steakhouse & Grill chain has been rescued from administration, securing the future of its seven UK restaurants and preserving jobs for staff.
Middletons Steakhouse & Grill rescued from administration by its shareholders, safeguarding all 159 jobs across its seven restaurants in England. Read the full story.
The legendary Snobs nightclub owners are transforming the former Players Bar site into a multi-million pound Irish bar, set to open in early 2026. Discover the exciting plans for Birmingham's nightlife.
Jaylee Garner from Rhoose wins a silver Wales Care Award for transforming the lives of people with disabilities. Discover how her unique approach makes miracles happen.
Stonegate Group, owner of Slug & Lettuce, explores a potential £1bn sale of 1,000 pubs to tackle its £3bn debt. Discover the impact on Birmingham venues.
NASA has identified a mysterious interstellar comet, 3I/ATLAS, sparking theories about its alien origins. Discover the facts and expert insights behind this cosmic visitor.
The DWP confirms a 3.8% increase for Carer's Allowance from April 2026, adding £165 annually. Find out if you're eligible for this vital support.
Millions on Universal Credit will receive an extra £312 yearly from April 2026 after DWP law change. Single claimants get £6 weekly boost as reforms ensure payments rise above inflation.
Millions on disability benefits will see a 3.8% payment increase from April 2025, adding up to £275 annually. Discover how the DWP's inflation-linked rise affects you.
From retail to law, discover the latest executive moves and graduate hires shaping the future of North East business. Meet the leaders driving regional ambition.
Discover Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort in Crete - where five-star elegance meets family-friendly amenities including water parks, kids' clubs and authentic Cretan dining.
Thousands of UK private sector workers earning over £40,000 face retirement losses exceeding £20,000 under Labour's proposed salary sacrifice cap. Discover how this policy change could impact your pension pot.
Cross-party group of 27 MPs urges Chancellor to cut VAT and reform business rates for pubs, hotels, and restaurants ahead of Autumn Budget to boost growth.
Universal Credit, PIP and other key DWP benefits are set for a significant rise in April 2026 following the latest inflation figures. Find out how much more you could receive.
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.
Millions on Universal Credit will see a 6.2% income boost next April, an increase larger than the state pension rise. Discover what this means for you.
UK households face rising costs for chocolate, coffee, and fresh meat this November. Discover which items are falling in price and how to save ahead of Christmas.
UK households face a 17% price hike for smaller Babybel cheeses compared to France. Discover the cost details and what experts say about inflation trends.
The 1920s Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley reopens as Empress African Restaurant on November 22, bringing modern Nigerian cuisine and culture to Birmingham.
UK businesses urge Chancellor Rachel Reeves to intervene as banks fail to pass on Bank of England rate cuts to struggling enterprises across Britain.
Leading offshore wind companies in the North East are calling for critical improvements to ports and infrastructure to capitalise on renewable energy opportunities and create thousands of jobs.
Discover how a dedicated former teacher and care leader earned prestigious gold recognition for transforming workforce development through innovative training programmes.
Luxury skincare brand Natura Bisse becomes the inaugural official spa partner for the prestigious World's 50 Best Hotels awards, marking a milestone in premium hospitality collaborations.
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.
The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 5.25% for the sixth consecutive meeting as inflation concerns persist, with Monetary Policy Committee members divided on future direction.
Discover how Kelly Jones, a dedicated carer from Bargoed, won the prestigious Wales Care Award for her extraordinary compassion and commitment to care home residents.
Leading North West law firm Harrison Drury announces strategic expansion into Greater Manchester with acquisition of Cheadle-based legal practice, creating new opportunities for clients and professionals.