Wetherspoons Christmas Rules: What You Need to Know
Planning a festive trip to Wetherspoons? Here are the essential rules on dogs, dress code, vaping, and under-18s you must follow across the Christmas period.
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Wetherspoon's Christmas Day Opening: Full West Midlands List
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.
Exact times for supermarket yellow sticker deals at Christmas
Discover the exact times to visit Tesco, Aldi, M&S and more for the best yellow sticker bargains this Christmas and New Year. Save money on your festive shop with these insider tips.
Bullring urges kindness to staff in busy Christmas period
Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre issues a public reminder to be kind to retail staff during the festive rush. See the campaign and public reaction.
Claim Your £2,242 Child Trust Fund, Urges HMRC
HMRC urges 18-23 year olds to claim matured Child Trust Funds worth an average of £2,242. Find out if you were born between 2002-2011 and have money waiting.
Sanctuary Spa Gift Set Now Under £25 on Amazon
Amazon has cut the price of the popular Sanctuary Spa Day Discovery Gift Set from £40 to just £22.99. Shoppers call it 'absolutely gorgeous' and a perfect Christmas present. Grab the deal now!
Dunelm's cosy teddy hoodies now 30% off
Dunelm has cut 30% off its popular oversized teddy blanket hoodies, now £11.20. Customers praise the 'soft and cosy' winter essential. Shop the deal online now.
Midlands' Posh Postcodes Home to £2m Mansions
Exclusive new data maps the West Midlands' wealthiest postcodes, where mansions exceed £2 million. Discover the region's most expensive homes and the impact of the new 'mansion tax'.
M&S's £35 'ideal for winter' trousers praised by shoppers
Marks & Spencer's Jersey Elasticated Waist Wide Leg Trousers are a winter bestseller. Priced at £35, they come in four colours and sizes 6-24. Discover why fashion fans are raving.
M&S Percy Pig Letterbox Gift Sells Fast for £20
Marks & Spencer's new Percy Pig Letterbox Gift is a hit with shoppers. Priced at £20, the box of iconic sweets is perfect for fuss-free festive gifting. See what fans are saying.
Amazon's 'UGG-like' memory foam slippers now £12.99
Shoppers hail Amazon's best-selling memory foam slippers as a cosy UGG alternative. Get the thick, warm slip-ons for just £12.99 in the limited-time sale.
Gail's Bakery opens 10 stores on Christmas Day
Gail's Bakery confirms 10 London stores will open on 25 December, offering free mince pies. Find locations and hours for Christmas Eve, Day, and Boxing Day.
Amazon Echo Spot 2024 slashed to under £40
The popular Amazon Echo Spot (2024) smart alarm clock is now just £39.95 at QVC. Discover how this Alexa-powered device can wake you gently and control your smart home.
Sixes bar chain collapses, 16 UK venues at risk
Sixes, the cricket-themed bar chain backed by Ben Stokes, has entered administration. Its 16 UK venues, including Birmingham's Mailbox, are at risk as administrators seek a rescue deal.
Clara Hair Tools: Boots Launch & Discounts Reviewed
The new Clara hair styling range has launched in the UK with significant Boots discounts. Our review examines if the anti-frizz ionic tools offer salon-quality results at a fraction of the price.
North East tech firm hedgehog lab buys Edinburgh's Label Sessions
Newcastle-based digital consultancy hedgehog lab acquires Scottish innovation firm Label Sessions, creating a unique proposition combining AI delivery with a network of 500+ experts. Read the full story.
HMRC cuts late payment interest from 29 December
HMRC announces lower interest rates for late tax payments and repayments following the Bank of England base rate cut. New rates take effect from 29 December 2025. Find out how this affects you.
ISA warning as Reeves caps cash contributions at £12,000
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget slashes the Cash ISA limit for under-65s to £12,000 from 2027. Experts warn to plan now as 'workarounds' are blocked. Read the full details.
Sixes bar chain collapses, 16 UK venues at risk
Sixes, the cricket-themed bar chain backed by Ben Stokes, has collapsed into administration, putting 16 venues including Birmingham at risk. Read the latest on the rescue efforts.
4.3m pension savers protected from £2,000 NICs cap
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a £2,000 NICs exemption cap on salary sacrifice pension contributions from 2029, protecting 4.3 million savers. Discover how this pension rule change affects you.
Unclaimed £2,000 Child Trust Fund Alert for 2007 Teens
HMRC warns thousands turning 18 they may have lost Child Trust Funds worth £2k on average. Find out how to claim your forgotten government savings now.
11 chocolates axed from festive tubs over the years
From Galaxy Truffles to Time Outs, discover the 11 beloved chocolates removed from Cadbury Heroes, Roses, Quality Street and Celebrations tubs. Find out what's changed in your festive favourites.
Cash ISA Rates Cut After Bank of England Move
Trading 212 cuts interest rates on its Cash ISA and other products following the Bank of England's decision to lower the base rate to 3.75%. Find out what it means for savers.
Travel Expert's Guide to Stop Barcelona Pickpockets
Travel experts issue urgent advice on stopping pickpockets in Barcelona, Europe's street crime capital. Learn the distraction scams and how to protect your valuables.
DWP trials new welcoming approach at Jobcentres
The DWP is testing new, personalised approaches in Jobcentres after a report revealed widespread feelings of stigma and hopelessness among claimants. Discover the changes.
HMRC warned over fuel duty as drivers switch to EVs
Tax experts warn the government's fuel duty and EV tax policy is a short-term fix. As drivers abandon petrol cars, a £25bn revenue black hole threatens. Read the full analysis.
Indian Brewery to Open Birmingham Airport Bar in 2026
The Indian Brewery will open its first airport venue at Birmingham Airport in February 2026, serving craft beers and Indian fusion food. The expansion creates jobs and celebrates local produce.
The Range fined £400k over rodent infestation
The Range has been ordered to pay over £412,000 after mice and rats were found gnawing Easter eggs and leaving droppings across a Midlands store. Read the full details of the hygiene breach.
Premier Forest Products Buys Arnold Laver Sites from Administration
Premier Forest Products rescues two Arnold Laver sites in Reading and Manchester, securing 36 jobs with plans to create over 100. Read about the deal and its impact on the UK timber industry.
Aldi's Christmas chocolate hailed as better than Cadbury
Shoppers are rushing to Aldi for affordable festive chocolate praised for high cocoa content and no palm oil. Discover the budget-friendly alternatives causing a stir.
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