Solihull Council has significantly reduced its workforce by 158 posts, saving £2m via a paid-resignation scheme. Agency worker costs also fell by over 36%. Read the full financial scrutiny report.
Singer and BBC Traitors star Cat Burns shares her relief after breast reduction surgery, marking the start of her 'new life'. Read her heartfelt message.
Roger Wilson, a dedicated SSAFA volunteer for 16 years, receives a Chief of Staff Commendation for outstanding service supporting veterans and military families in Gloucestershire.
West Bromwich Albion seek a third head coach in a year. With Michael Carrick available, he emerges as the pragmatic choice to revive the Baggies' fortunes. Read the full analysis.
Opera legend Sir Bryn Terfel launches a call for entries to find Wales's unsung social care heroes. Nominations for the 2026 Wales Care Awards close on January 31.
Alder Coppice Primary School in Sedgley is grieving the unexpected death of beloved site manager David Haycock. The school plans a special commemoration. Read the full story.
Dorothy Rogers has dedicated 50 years to the NHS at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals. Discover her incredible journey and how she's seen pharmacy evolve.
The DWP will reduce the LCWRA health element of Universal Credit by £220 monthly for most new claimants from 6 April 2026. Act now to secure the higher rate.
Martin Lewis highlights the Severe Mental Impairment council tax discount, which can cut bills to zero for eligible households. Learn if you qualify and how to claim.
Millions of UK households will get a two-month council tax break in 2026 ahead of new property bands. Find out if you're eligible and how the new high-value surcharge will work.
Birmingham City Council has reduced speed limits from 40mph to 30mph on 27 key routes. The move aims to cut collisions, improve air quality, and create safer streets for all. Discover the full story and official statements.
Cadbury slashes Mini Egg bag weight from 80g to 74g, blaming soaring cocoa costs. Shoppers furious as price remains around £2. Full details and company statement inside.
A Norfolk pub's Christmas Day service descended into chaos, with staff walking out and leaving diners without their £90-a-head festive meals. Read the full story of the Fawlty Towers-style fiasco.
Drivers across Scotland are warned of major speed limit changes, with hundreds of roads set to drop from 30mph to 20mph to improve safety and encourage active travel.
Clent Nurseries in Stourbridge issues a heartfelt message against customer abuse, reminding patrons that staff are 'people with feelings'. Read their call for a respectful New Year.
Birmingham City Council has completed a major project reducing speed limits from 40mph to 30mph on 27 routes. The move aims to cut collisions, improve air quality, and create safer streets for all.
A district nurse describes being 'lucky to be alive' after a violent assault at Newton Community Hospital. Six people were injured in the incident. Read her story.
New data reveals the shortest and longest council house waiting times across Birmingham wards, with Holyhead at 30 weeks and Quinton at 250 weeks. Discover the full list and council advice.
Birmingham launches a major road safety crackdown with new average speed cameras at six locations and widespread 30mph limits. Find out where and why.
Up to 12,300 second-home owners face a 100% council tax surcharge as 38 more English councils activate new powers from April. See the full list of affected areas.
Up to 400,000 UK homes may be in the wrong council tax band due to flawed 1991 valuations. Check your band now and challenge it to potentially claim thousands in backdated refunds.
The Morris Centre pool at Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital will shut indefinitely due to major building repairs. The closure impacts NHS staff, veterans, and community groups.
Aldi, Lidl, M&S and others shut stores on 26 December, prioritising staff wellbeing over sales. Discover why high streets feel 'eerie' and which shops are open.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer uses his Christmas message to thank NHS staff, emergency services and volunteers working over the festive period, as new figures reveal 1.2 million will be on duty.
The Government confirms a £150 cost-of-living payment via reduced energy bills from April 2026. Major suppliers will apply it automatically. Find out how to benefit.
Hospital staff working on Christmas Day across Mid and South Essex receive hampers as a thank you. The festive treats recognise their dedication and sacrifice.
Thousands of former coal industry staff see pensions rise by 41% as a £2.3bn government reserve is handed over. Find out who qualifies and why.
Maternity staff at Swansea's Singleton Hospital rallied to provide Christmas gifts for women in a local refuge, with all 20 tags claimed in under 45 minutes. Discover their heart-warming act of kindness.
Maternity staff at Singleton Hospital, Swansea, showed incredible compassion, buying Christmas gifts for every woman in a local domestic abuse refuge in just 45 minutes. Read about this heart-warming community initiative.
Thousands of ex-miners to receive a £100 weekly pension increase and a £5,500 average lump sum just before Christmas. The move follows the release of a £2.3bn government reserve fund. Read the full story.