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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.

Call for cheaper West Midlands bus fares

Councillor calls for reinstatement of 'short hop' bus fares in West Midlands to tackle cost of living crisis and boost passenger numbers. A new fares strategy is due in 2027.

Wales unemployment reaches 5.7%, highest in UK

New ONS data reveals Wales has the highest unemployment rate of any UK nation at 5.7%, its highest level outside the pandemic in nearly a decade. Explore the figures and political reactions.

Universal Credit claimants surge to 8.3 million

UK Universal Credit claimants jump by over 1 million in a year to 8.3 million, with 49% having no work requirements. Experts question sustainability amid rising unemployment.

UK unemployment hits 5% as payroll numbers decline

UK unemployment reaches post-pandemic peak of 5% with 32,000 fewer payrolled employees in September. Wage growth slows but remains above inflation-comfort levels. What's next for the economy?

£80M West Midlands Housing Revolution Begins

A massive £80 million government cash injection is set to breathe new life into derelict West Midlands sites, creating thousands of homes and jobs while protecting green spaces from development.

M6 Chaos: Lorry Driver Fighting for Life After Crash

A serious multi-vehicle collision involving multiple lorries has closed the M6 in both directions near Birmingham, leaving one man with life-threatening injuries and causing major travel disruption across the Midlands.

M6 chaos: Serious crash closes motorway

Severe collision on M6 between J3 and J4 brings traffic to standstill with emergency services on scene. Motorists face lengthy delays during Tuesday morning commute.

Midlands drug dealers' lavish jet-set lifestyles exposed

Criminals across the Midlands are living the high life with luxury holidays, designer clothes and private jet flights - all paid for by their illegal drug empires. Police reveal how organised crime groups are flaunting their wealth while communities suffe

West Midlands' Top 10 Sunday Roast Pubs

From traditional carveries to gastropub gems, we reveal the West Midlands establishments serving the most spectacular Sunday roasts that locals can't stop raving about.

West Midlands Bonfire Night 2025: Firework Guide

Discover the most spectacular Bonfire Night celebrations across the West Midlands for 2025. From Birmingham to Wolverhampton, find dates, locations and family-friendly activities for an unforgettable Guy Fawkes Night.

UK unemployment set to hit 4.2% in 2024

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.

20,000 drivers using M6 Toll to dodge motorway jams

Exclusive investigation reveals how thousands of savvy motorists are beating M6 congestion with strategic toll road usage as new data shows dramatic traffic shifts across Midlands motorways.

Midlands Metro extension delayed until late 2025

Frustration mounts as the Wednesbury to Brierley Hill Metro extension encounters significant setbacks, pushing completion to late 2025 and raising concerns about escalating costs and traffic disruption.

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