Marie Curie Shop in Knowle Voted UK's Favourite
A Marie Curie charity shop in the West Midlands has been crowned the nation's best after a public vote. Discover what makes this community hub so special and where to find it.
A Marie Curie charity shop in the West Midlands has been crowned the nation's best after a public vote. Discover what makes this community hub so special and where to find it.
A Marie Curie charity shop in Knowle, West Midlands, has been crowned the UK's favourite. The award, voted by the public, highlights its community spirit and dedicated volunteers.
The Prince of Wales expresses a 'deep sense of honour' as he is announced as the first royal patron of the elite Special Air Service Regimental Association. Read his full message.
Disability charity Scope announces plans to close 77 of its 138 UK stores, including Erdington in Birmingham, to save £4 million. Read the full list of closures and the reasons behind the decision.
Disability charity Scope announces plans to close 77 of its 138 UK shops, including in Birmingham, to save £4m. The high street faces rising costs and a shift to online.
Former frontmen of rival Burton bands from the 80s reunite for a Christmas single, 'Coming Home', to raise funds for Treetops Hospice and the Stroke Association. Download now to support vital local charities.
Matches Fashion is set for a comeback in Britain next year under new owners Joe Wilkinson and Mario Maher. Discover their vision for the revived luxury brand.
Santander has agreed a major £310 million refinancing package with housing association Peabody, supporting its plans for regeneration and new affordable homes across London and the Home Counties. Read the full details.
River Island will close 33 UK stores by January's end as part of a restructuring plan to save its retail business. See the full list of affected locations.
Lifting Children's Hopes (LCH Charity) has delivered over 2,400 festive gifts to disadvantaged children and teenagers across the East Midlands this Christmas, combating child poverty.
Hinckley Museum and dozens of local volunteers were celebrated at the annual Making a Difference awards. Discover the community champions making a real impact.
David Wilson Homes South Midlands sponsored a charity golf day at Ely City Golf Club, raising £12,000 for the Stroke Association. The event honoured an organiser's late father and boosted vital awareness.
Acorns Children's Hospice unveils its first retail park superstore at Bescot Retail Park, Walsall. The 10,000 sq ft shop sells furniture, clothes, toys and more, raising vital funds for life-limited children. Discover opening times and how to donate or vo
New data reveals a 0.8% year-on-year drop in UK retail footfall last month, driven by Autumn Budget tax fears and poor weather. Industry leaders call for a new high street revival plan.
33 individuals, groups and businesses were celebrated as community champions in North Kesteven for their voluntary work and community spirit. Discover the inspiring winners and learn how to nominate for 2026.
New figures reveal a 0.4% year-on-year drop in Welsh retail footfall for November, with Cardiff among the hardest-hit UK cities. Retailers now pin hopes on a December surge.
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council seeks nominations for its 2026 Active Awards. Celebrate coaches, volunteers, clubs & individuals making a difference in community sport & wellbeing. Deadline: 5 Jan 2026.
A family-run Christmas grotto in Cwmbran is back, aiming to beat last year's £1,400 fundraising total. This year's proceeds support the Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity. Book now via their Facebook page.
Black Friday sales led to a slowdown in shop price rises across the UK high street in November, new data reveals. Discover how consumer deals impacted inflation.
British pubs warn of soaring bills and closures as a £150 million business rates increase looms. Industry leaders call for urgent government support to save local pubs.
The families of three girls lost in the Southport tragedy received a Special Award for their courage and inspiring charities. The Guide Liverpool celebrated a decade of local media.
Tesco launches its 'Gifting for Good' Christmas initiative, allowing customers to buy gifts that support multiple charities, including Stand Out Socks and March Muses. The supermarket is also running food and toy collections.
A lavish charity dinner at Stockport's Royal Nawaab Pyramid raised over £25,000 for Stepping Hill Hospital's NHS charity. The funds will support neonatal care and hospital gardens.
Rudy's pizzerias in Birmingham are swapping any pizza for a new toy to support Cash for Kids this Christmas. Donate between Dec 1-4, 2025. Get your free slice for a great cause!
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms alcohol duty will increase in line with inflation from February 2026, adding pence to your favourite drinks. See the full price list here.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands is expanding from 75 to 100 stores, creating up to 500 new jobs by 2027. Discover the latest retail growth in Cannock.
New research reveals 1.3 million UK parking spaces may vanish to accommodate wider modern cars. Discover the impact on drivers and shopping centres.
Two Birmingham stores, Candy and Liquor and Morrisons Daily, have been celebrated at the 2025 Local Retail Champions awards for their outstanding community work. Discover their inspiring stories.
Over 130 people abseiled from King's Mill Hospital, raising more than £36,000 for Sherwood Forest Hospitals Charity. The event was a poignant tribute to fundraiser Ken Godber.
Five courageous supporters abseiled 100ft down Liverpool's Anfield Stadium, raising over £1,200 for Stick ‘n’ Step. Discover how you can support their vital work for cerebral palsy.