15% of Brits run out of cash before January pay day
New research reveals 15% of Brits run out of money before their January pay day. Discover expert tips for a 'financially dry January' and better money management in 2025.
New research reveals 15% of Brits run out of money before their January pay day. Discover expert tips for a 'financially dry January' and better money management in 2025.
Marks and Spencer's January sale offers 50% off on popular 'flattering' work trousers, now just £17.50. Shoppers praise the fit and style, but items are selling fast. Grab the deal before it's gone!
Female council workers across the UK have won over £1 billion in back pay after a major GMB union campaign. Discover the details and what it means for 2026.
Boxing Day proved a 'bumper day' for UK retail as footfall jumped 4.4%, the strongest increase in over ten years. Discover how high streets, retail parks, and coastal towns performed.
Don't let the cold stop you! Our guide reveals the crucial pruning, sowing, and maintenance tasks to tackle in January for a thriving garden this spring. Get your tools ready.
A former TK Maxx employee reveals insider tips for the biggest Boxing Day and January sales bargains, including the meaning of yellow labels and the best times to shop.
JD Wetherspoon's huge January sale for 2026 offers pints from just 99p and meals around £5. The two-week promotion starts January 2nd. Check your local pub for deals.
Emergency services called to Budleigh Salterton after swimmers got into difficulty. Two men remain missing as police urge people not to swim on Boxing Day.
Plan your 2026 holidays now. Christmas Day on a Friday creates a long weekend, with Boxing Day moving to Monday. See all the key dates for England and Wales.
The UK faces a six-day snow event starting January 1st, with maps showing widespread flurries. Find out which regions are most at risk and the latest Met Office forecast.
Your complete guide to the Boxing Day TV schedule across major UK channels. Discover the best films, festive specials, and family shows to enjoy on 26th December 2025.
Millions of UK workers will see their pay rise from April 2026 as the National Living Wage increases. Full-time staff over 21 could gain around £975 annually. Discover the new rates and the debate.
Forgot a crucial item on Christmas Day? Don't panic. Our guide reveals which shops can legally open, from small convenience stores to petrol stations, to save your festive day.
HMRC urges all UK workers to check their pay this Christmas after identifying £5.8m in arrears for 25,200 underpaid staff. Learn your rights and how to report underpayment.
Fitness coach Joe Wicks explains his relatable reason for taking Christmas Day off, details his New Year's Day ITV special with Olly Murs, and shares his phone-use resolution for 2026.
The Met Office predicts a mostly dry, cold, and bright Christmas Day 2025 for the UK, with a brisk wind and a very low chance of snow. Find out the full festive forecast.
Discover a seasoned shopper's strategy for the Boots Boxing Day Sale. Learn how to grab luxury fragrances, gift sets, and electricals at up to 70% off, plus key dates for online bargains.
A heritage railway near Birmingham is running special Christmas Day steam trains on a 'pay what you can afford' basis. Enjoy mince pies and mulled wine on a festive journey from Loughborough and Leicester. Book your magical alternative now!
Labour announces a new pay-per-mile car tax of 3p for EVs and 1.5p for plug-in hybrids from 2028. Experts warn it's the 'thin end of the wedge' and could quickly rise to 10p per mile.
The Government confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles. Find out how much you'll pay and when it starts.
Labour's new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles will be calculated at annual MOT tests from 2028. Discover how the eVED system works and what it means for UK drivers.
From day-one sick pay to paternity leave rights, discover the four key employment law changes set for April 2026 and the political row surrounding the government's U-turn on unfair dismissal.
Halfords announces a 72-hour Christmas closure across Birmingham, including Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Drivers urged to plan ahead. Read the full festive schedule.
MoneySavingExpert.com issues urgent warning over early December pay and DWP dates. Plan your budget to avoid a cash crunch in January. Read the essential advice.
Find the full list of 42 Wetherspoons pubs open in the West Midlands on Christmas Day 2024, offering festive meals and company for those alone. Discover your local.
The Met Office forecasts a cold, frosty Christmas for the UK with temperatures dropping. Find out the detailed forecast for Christmas Day and Boxing Day, including Birmingham's outlook.
Plan your Boxing Day 2025 shopping in the West Midlands. See opening hours for Bullring, Merry Hill, The Fort, Resorts World and more. Check which major stores are closed.
JD Wetherspoon confirms 683 pubs open on Christmas Day 2025, including many across Birmingham and the West Midlands. See the full local list and festive menu details here.
AA report reveals UK drivers are hesitant to switch to electric vehicles due to mixed government messages and rising costs. Read the full analysis and what's needed for change.
AA data reveals fragile EV readiness as policy U-turns and pay-per-mile tax plans deter millions. Experts warn of a setback for UK's green transport goals.