Final sweep after Wolverhampton building collapse
Emergency services raced to a residential street in Wolverhampton after a building partially collapsed. One man was helped from the scene but no casualties were found. Read the latest updates.
Emergency services raced to a residential street in Wolverhampton after a building partially collapsed. One man was helped from the scene but no casualties were found. Read the latest updates.
Part of a building collapsed on Napier Road, Wolverhampton. One man was helped out but no injuries are reported. Road closed and nearby properties evacuated.
Gosforth-based Jan Forster Estates Ltd entered administration owing over £328,000. The business was sold to the founder's daughter in a pre-pack deal. Read the full report.
The Original Factory Shop has collapsed into administration, putting 160 stores and thousands of jobs at risk. A major online clearance sale is now underway with free delivery on orders over £50.
Discover the 10 exciting shows coming to Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre in 2026, from SIX The Musical to Mamma Mia! and a brand-new pantomime. Book your tickets now.
The UK operator of TGI Fridays has filed for administration protection, gaining 10 days to secure a buyer and prevent the collapse of up to 20 restaurants. 2000 jobs are at stake.
The FCA has fined two former Carillion finance directors over £370,000 for 'reckless' actions that misled the market before the firm's 2018 collapse. Read the full details of the enforcement action.
Former Wolves defender Mo Camara must wait five days to learn if he can keep Chill Wine Bar's licence after late-night lock-ins. He now plans to sell the troubled Tettenhall business.
Gloucestershire engineering firm Versarien enters administration after a turbulent year of cash shortages and failed asset sales. Read the full story of the graphene specialist's collapse.
Two major UK high street chains, Claire's and The Original Factory Shop, have collapsed into administration, putting 294 stores and 2,500 jobs at risk. See the full list of locations affected.
A leading think tank warns of a surge in 'zombie' business failures in 2026, threatening jobs as UK unemployment remains at 5.1%. Experts urge policymakers to act.
Modella Capital begins insolvency proceedings for Claire's and The Original Factory Shop, putting 2,550 jobs on the line. Read the full story on the retail crisis.
High street chains Claire's and The Original Factory Shop have collapsed into administration, putting approximately 2,500 UK jobs in jeopardy. Read the full story on the latest retail casualties.
Plans to transform Wolverhampton's empty Marks & Spencer into over 70 apartments get green light. The historic Dudley Street store closed last year after nearly a century.
Nearly 5,000 customers of collapsed fashion brand Huh. Ltd will not receive orders or refunds. Administrators confirm debts of £575,000. Find out what happened and your rights.
The upmarket fashion brand LK Bennett, a favourite of the Princess of Wales, has filed to appoint administrators, risking its future and 280 UK jobs. Read the full story.
Wolverhampton's licensing committee had a tumultuous year, dealing with alleged kidnappings, street fights, illegal sales, and 'absurd' defences from problem pubs and shops. Read the full report.
Urgent reminder for Wolverhampton parents: the deadline for primary school applications is 15 January 2026. With only 43% submitted, late applications risk losing preferred school places.
Wolverhampton Council urges parents to apply for September 2026 primary school places before the January 15 deadline. Online applications are quick and secure.
A section of ceiling plaster and wallpaper fell at The Giffard Arms in Wolverhampton, filling the room with dust. No injuries reported as landlady confirms customer safety was paramount. Read the full story.
Three narrowboats remain trapped a week after a 50m breach on the historic Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch. See the latest rescue efforts and official updates.
A council hearing on 8 January will decide if a new Lidl in Wolverhampton gets an alcohol licence, amid police and public health concerns over high-strength sales. Read the latest.
Nationwide Building Society reveals thousands received cash and perks. See how students and young members benefited from Fairer Share Payments and generous overdrafts.
Labour leaders block a public inquiry into Birmingham City Council's financial collapse. Critics warn of a lack of accountability and say the party will pay at the ballot box. Read the full story.
Six of Wolverhampton's finest parks and green spaces have retained their prestigious Green Flag status. Discover the award-winning beauty spots offering free play, walks, and cafes.
Warwick Ward (Machinery) Ltd, a major UK construction equipment supplier, has collapsed into administration after 55 years, making nearly all 89 staff redundant. Read the full story on the economic pressures behind the failure.
Chill Wine Bar in Tettenhall, owned by ex-Wolves defender Mo Camara, faces a licence review after further late-night breaches. The council cites a 'blatant disregard' for rules. Read the full story.
The future of TGI Fridays in the UK is in doubt as its parent company files a notice to appoint administrators for the second time in weeks. See the full list of 49 restaurants affected and what it means for 2,500 staff.
Warwick Ward, a major UK earthmoving equipment supplier, has collapsed into administration, making 89 staff redundant. The firm cited economic pressures and a failed employee buyout. Read the full story.
A major incident in Whitchurch after a canal bank collapse creates a 50m sinkhole, trapping three boats. Emergency services respond. No injuries reported.