Dame Penelope Keith, star of The Good Life and To the Manor Born, has died at her Milford home. Beyond acting, she championed prison literacy as High Sheriff of Surrey, noting 60% of prisoners have literacy skills below a nine-year-old.
Rachel Reeves confirms a temporary Vehicle Excise Duty reduction for HGVs over 3,500kg from July 1, 2026, cutting rates to £1 and saving hauliers up to £912.
Birmingham-based retailer TG Jones has secured a rescue plan via a Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) approved by the High Court, putting up to 150 stores at risk of closure.
Aston Villa have been fined €22.5m by UEFA for breaching squad cost ratio rules, with €15m suspended. Chelsea, Nottingham Forest, and Newcastle also fined.
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Valencia, long overshadowed by Barcelona, is poised to become the next summer hotspot with affordable flights from Birmingham, a vibrant food scene, and golden beaches.
Four TG Jones stores in Birmingham face potential closure after a High Court-approved rescue plan will shutter 150 locations nationwide.
Dusk's Iris Set of 2 Dining Chairs, usually £64.50 each, are now £43.77 each with sale and code EXTRA15. Shoppers call them 'luxurious' and 'modern looking'.
National Express has released discounted fares on coach travel to encourage affordable travel. Fares start from £2.99, with over 300,000 discounted tickets available.
Moss on Birmingham New Street has closed temporarily due to flood damage, ahead of its planned closure after summer. Customers redirected to Bullring branch.
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Byron Pendleton has left Birmingham City for League Two side Shrewsbury Town, signing a two-year deal. The right-back, who joined Blues at age five, never made a competitive debut.
Arsenal identify PSG's Bradley Barcola as a 'strong alternative' if Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers costs too much, with Villa demanding £130m for the 23-year-old.
Birmingham businesses are doubling down on personalised number plates as a viral marketing tool, with sales surging 100% in the past year, according to industry data.
B&M stores across the UK now stock Cadbury Hazelnut Balls, a new Australian import. Priced at £2.99 for 130g, fans are eager to try the treat.
Taylor Wimpey will submit plans for 7,000 homes in a new Taunton garden village under the Somerset Local Plan, with safeguards for the Blackdown Hills.
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New analysis shows Humber Hydrogen project could generate £17bn economic benefit and support 53,000 jobs if selected for UK's first regional hydrogen network.
The Geely Starray SUV made a striking debut at the Birmingham Auto Show, showcasing advanced features and a competitive price point.
Birmingham City could earn a sell-on bonus as Jordan James attracts interest from Crystal Palace and West Ham, with Rennes demanding €15m for the Wales international.
Bonmarché is returning to the Gracechurch Shopping Centre in Sutton Coldfield, filling the former JD Sports unit, to the delight of local shoppers.
Premium Bonds holders should log in Thursday, July 2, to check July prizes. Two £1 million winners from Reading and Warwickshire were announced July 1.
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Sainsbury's offers a £8 Picky Bits deal for two, featuring a selection of snacks and a bottle of wine, perfect for easy Netflix nights at home.
Topps Tiles warns on profits after a 1.8% sales drop in Q3, citing heatwave disruptions and weak consumer sentiment. Underlying profits expected above £6.5 million, down from £9.2 million last year.
UK annual house price growth rose to 2.2% in June, but average prices fell £540 month-on-month to £277,484, according to Nationwide.
Aston Villa are one of four Premier League clubs fined by UEFA for breaching financial sustainability regulations, with a £19.4m penalty partly suspended.
Fish and chips now cost £11.41 on average. A money expert advises cutting five hidden expenses before giving up your Friday treat, warning that small purchases add up.
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Andy Burnham proposes a 0.48% annual property tax, costing typical homeowners £860, with higher rates for second homes and overseas buyers.
Bristol Bears has agreed a landmark long-term partnership with UK law firm Foot Anstey, making it principal partner for the 2026-27 season with shirt branding for men's and women's teams.
Amazon slashes 60% off the Vax Carpet Cleaner, now £119.99. The deal includes upholstery tool and washable pads, perfect for deep cleaning homes.
Manchester's economy expanded by over 34% between 2013 and 2023, outpacing the UK average of 18.4% and rival cities like Bristol, Leeds, and Newcastle, according to a Centre for Cities report.
Shoppers can grab Olay's hydrating eye gel at a reduced price during Amazon's beauty sale, offering a popular skincare product for less.
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England fans can buy the official FIFA World Cup polo shirt for £6.70 ahead of the DR Congo match, thanks to a TopCashback offer that slashes the £33.99 price.
