River Island Closing 33 Stores in January Restructuring
High street fashion chain River Island will close 33 UK stores by end of January 2026 as part of a court-approved restructuring plan. See the full list of affected locations.
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Gloucester timber merchant closes after more than a century
Griggs Timber Company in Gloucester shuts down days before Christmas after years of losses, affecting two dozen workers. Read the full story on this historic closure.
Brits to slash spending on takeaways and nights out in 2026
A new survey reveals 30% of Brits plan to cut discretionary spending in 2026 to prioritise investing, as living costs rise. Discover the key areas facing the chop.
Tax-Free Allowance hits £13,006 with HMRC rule
HMRC is increasing the effective Personal Allowance to over £13,000 for eligible taxpayers. Discover how to claim tax relief on job expenses, maintenance payments, and charitable donations.
OVO Energy's financial warning and 200 job cuts
OVO Energy faces doubts over its future, planning 200 job cuts after failing to meet Ofgem's capital rules. Learn what this means for 4 million UK customers.
NatWest partners with 3 UK universities to fuel entrepreneurs
NatWest announces major partnerships with Manchester, Brighton, and York universities to support student entrepreneurs and spinouts. The bank aims for six more deals by 2027. Read how this boosts the UK economy.
TGI Fridays UK closures put 500 jobs at risk
TGI Fridays enters administration, closing 49 UK restaurants. 500 staff face redundancy due to 'insurmountable' economic pressures. Read the full story and list of closures.
Major UK Shoe Chain Axes 100 Jobs After Sales Plunge
VF Corporation, owner of Vans and The North Face, axes nearly 100 UK jobs after a 10% sales drop. Turnover falls to £321.5m as consumers cut spending. Read the full financial analysis.
Birmingham's Harborne Day Centre to become food store
Birmingham City Council approves sale of former Harborne Day Centre site for a new food store, part of property sales to tackle financial crisis. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police faces £41m cuts, officer losses
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding by 2026, risking 520 officers and neighbourhood policing. Commissioner warns of a 'postcode lottery' and urges government action.
Major UK machinery firm collapses into administration
Warwick Ward Machinery Ltd, a major UK supplier, has entered administration after 55 years, citing economic pressures on construction. 89 jobs are at risk. Read the full story.
Calls to reverse Dudley's grit bin policy
Campaigners demand Dudley Council reinstates 500 removed grit bins, warning the cost-cutting move risks safety on icy hills. Read the full story and see the petition.
Lily Allen's Real Reason for Boob Job Post-Split
Lily Allen opens up about her cosmetic surgery following her split from David Harbour, her album's raw lyrics, and the other woman's furious response. Read the full story.
Petition launched to restore Solihull bus to hospital
Campaigners fight to save the 73 bus route to Heartlands Hospital after changes leave Old Lode Lane residents stranded. Over 40 signatures gathered in hours.
Lidl's 5p Christmas veg sparks shopper debate
Lidl slashes festive veg to just 5p, sparking a price war with rivals. Shoppers question the true cost, as the supermarket insists farmers are protected. Read the full story.
Toolstream in administration, 111 jobs axed
Major UK DIY distributor Toolstream has collapsed into administration, blaming post-COVID supply issues. 111 jobs have been cut as administrators seek buyers. Read the full story.
Birmingham teachers strike over 100+ redundancies
Teachers across the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership will strike for nine days in January 2026 over plans to cut more than 100 jobs. The NEU warns of damage to education.
Swansea University confirms further job losses
Swansea University opens new voluntary exit schemes for staff as it seeks £25m in savings, with compulsory redundancies not ruled out. The UCU warns of potential industrial action.
Morrisons cuts Christmas veg prices to 5p in UK farmer deal
Morrisons has slashed prices on festive vegetables to just 5p each in a major Christmas offer, ensuring savings for customers while protecting British farmers' incomes. Discover the deals and store opening times.
Aldi cuts Christmas vegetable prices to just 8p
Aldi reduces key Christmas vegetables like sprouts and carrots to 8p from Dec 18-24. Get festive staples for less and discover their unique 'lickable' Pigs in Blankets wrapping paper.
Birmingham EV firm Petalite cuts jobs, seeks buyer
Birmingham-based electric vehicle charging manufacturer Petalite enters administration, leading to job losses. Administrators seek a buyer for its proprietary technology. Read the latest.
Labour warns 1.2m on DWP benefits: 'not done' with cuts
Labour's DWP boss warns welfare shake-up is 'not done' as figures show 1.2 million claim sickness benefits for mental health. Read the latest on potential cuts.
Rod Stewart's friend hid Penny Lancaster's number
Penny Lancaster tearfully reveals how Rod Stewart's pal kept her number secret to protect the singer after his painful divorce. Discover the secret that almost kept them apart.
Young benefit claimants warned over new DWP rules
Young Universal Credit claimants risk losing payments if they refuse job offers under strict new DWP rules. The scheme targets 900,000 people to cut the welfare bill. Read the full details.
Seven UK jobs most at risk from AI in 2025
New CIPD research reveals the seven roles most likely to be replaced by AI next year. Discover which jobs are at risk and why a national upskilling drive is crucial.
Mums beat unemployment loneliness with railway placement
Two Midlands mothers share their journey from isolation to optimism after completing a work academy with East Midlands Railway. Discover how sector-based programmes are creating pathways to jobs.
UK Job Cuts Hit Fastest Rate Since Pandemic
Private sector employment fell 1.8% in November, the sharpest drop since July 2021. The Bank of England's survey points to a December interest rate cut amid rising inflation expectations. Read the full analysis.
DWP boss warns 24m claimants: 'Nothing ruled out' on cuts
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden refuses to rule out benefit cuts, sparking fears for 24 million claimants. Read the full story and political reaction.
Birmingham agency bin workers join strike action
Around 40 agency refuse collectors in Birmingham have walked out, joining hundreds of full-time staff in an ongoing dispute over alleged bullying and blacklisting. Read the latest on the city's waste collection crisis.
Agency Workers Join Birmingham Bin Strike Picket
The Birmingham bin strike intensifies as agency staff from Job & Talent join the picket line. Unite union says numbers are 'growing daily'. Follow the latest developments.
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