Southport's 2026 Under The Bed Art Sale at ArtHouse
Southport Contemporary Arts launches its 2026 Under The Bed Sale on Jan 7. Discover unique, affordable artworks from local artists. Don't miss this annual bargain hunting event in Southport.
Southport Contemporary Arts launches its 2026 Under The Bed Sale on Jan 7. Discover unique, affordable artworks from local artists. Don't miss this annual bargain hunting event in Southport.
Discover the budget, ticket prices, and key details for London's iconic 2025/2026 New Year's Eve fireworks display. Find out who funds the event and how to watch.
Jonathan Scott's festive organ performance packed Rochdale Town Hall. The event, streamed online, celebrated a historic Binns organ. Plus, local arts previews for 2026.
New DWP powers allow direct access to bank accounts to recover benefit overpayments and fraud. The law change aims to save £1.5bn. Find out what it means.
A Birmingham woman stabbed 24 times calls for an overhaul of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority after facing a 'horrendously complex' process and years of delays.
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority is under fire for long delays and a complex process, with victims waiting years for decisions. MPs and advocates demand a fundamental review.
Regeneration boss Tim Heatley outlines a £860M, 2,500-home vision for suburban living in Greater Manchester's overlooked towns, citing strong demand and affordable rents.
Ofsted warns of a 'shadow market' in children's care, with nearly 900 investigations launched into unregistered homes charging exorbitant fees. Urgent government action is demanded.
From Ebor Studio's youth project for 16-21 year olds to The Curtain Theatre's latest play, discover the vibrant arts and culture events happening in Rochdale. Find out dates and how to get involved.
NatWest expands its ringfenced social rent loan fund to £1bn, aiming to accelerate the building of affordable homes and save housing associations up to £50m. Read the full announcement.
The Rochdale Pioneers Museum, birthplace of the co-operative movement, is named one of Historic England's 100 most important UK heritage sites. Discover its story and local creative projects.
London drivers lose 100% ULEZ Cleaner Vehicle Discount from 25 December 2025. New tiered system for electric vehicles starts January 2026. Read the full details and political reaction.
Network Rail begins vital track replacement near Ingatestone station over five weekends from Jan 10. Expect bus replacements and level crossing closures. Check before you travel.
Weather maps predict a six-hour snowfall hitting northern England on January 4-5, 2026, with Greater Manchester and Lancashire set for a wintry blanket. Get the full forecast.
Ryanair vows immediate appeal against a €256m fine from Italy's competition watchdog, calling the ruling 'legally unsound' and a threat to low fares. Read the full story.
The Competition and Markets Authority has ordered Sunderland's Hays Travel to pause integrating Polka Dot and Millington Travel. Read the full details of the investigation.
Two women, aged 57 and 59, died after being hit by a VW Polo on Smithills Dean Road, Bolton. A 19-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Police appeal for witnesses.
Two women, aged 57 and 59, died at the scene of a crash on Smithills Dean Road, Bolton. A 19-year-old driver has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Police appeal for witnesses.
The UK's competition watchdog says drivers are likely overpaying for fuel due to high retailer margins. A new 'fuel finder' scheme aims to boost transparency and competition.
The UK competition watchdog finds fuel retailers' profit margins remain 'persistently high', with weak competition keeping pump prices up. New fuel finder scheme aims to empower motorists.
A new CMA report warns UK petrol and diesel drivers face persistently high fuel margins that cannot be explained by operating costs. Find out what this means for pump prices.
A damning report warns London's iconic black taxis could vanish by 2045. Despite a 68.6% rise in trainee drivers, Mayor Sadiq Khan is urged to act to protect the trade. Read the full story.
Margaret Crichton, 78, died after being hit by a car in an Asda car park in Shaw, Oldham. Police are appealing for her family and witnesses to come forward.
The UK's competition watchdog has launched a formal investigation into Associated British Foods' purchase of Hovis. The outcome could reshape the British bread market. Read the full details.
The Financial Conduct Authority has opened an investigation into WHSmith following a significant accounting failure in its North American arm that wiped £600m from its value. Read the latest.
WH Smith launches clawback of executive bonuses as the FCA investigates a £50m profit overstatement in its US arm. The retailer pledges governance reforms.
A 78-year-old woman has died after being hit by a van in an Asda car park in Shaw. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage following the tragic incident.
A nine-hour snow event is forecast for eastern England on December 27, with Greater London at risk. Discover the 16 counties set to escape the worst of the wintry weather.
Manchester's Royal Exchange stages a splash-hit revival of Singin' in the Rain. Plus, a powerful photography exhibition on KFOR's 25th anniversary opens in Rochdale and a local writer's inspiring journey.
Bus station workers and customer service staff in the West Midlands walk out for a second time, rejecting a 3.2% pay offer. UNISON warns of disruption to transport and projects.