Burnham confirms six-monthly cost of living payments
Households in England near new pylons will get automatic electricity bill discounts every six months, starting in first half of 2027, with some needing to apply.
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60 Homes Approved on Former Wolverhampton Factory Site
City of Wolverhampton Council has approved plans by Stonebond to build 60 new homes on the site of the former Grasshopper factory in Craddock Street, destroyed by fire in 2021.
GTA VI PS5 pre-order drops to £49.16 with TopCashback
GTA VI PS5 pre-order drops to £49.16, saving £20.83, via TopCashback new-member bonus and 10% cashback, but the deal ends August 17.
Sutton Coldfield flats plan scrapped for retail focus
Plans for 75 apartments and 12 retail units on Birmingham Road in Sutton Coldfield have been scrapped by new owner Tri Capital, citing rising costs, to focus on revitalising the existing parade.
Ribena factory marks 80 years in Forest of Dean
Suntory's Coleford site, producer of Ribena and Lucozade, celebrates 80 years, with £57m investment and 420 million litres annual output.
Boots Christmas 2026 advent calendars up to 50% off
Boots has launched its Christmas 2026 countdown, offering up to half price on beauty advent calendars. Shoppers can grab deals early, with savings on popular brands.
CosBed Neck Pillow Drops to £35.99 on Amazon
Amazon's CosBed Cervical Neck Pillow is now £35.99, down from £49.99. Rated 4.4 stars, it offers ergonomic support for all sleepers, with over 1,000 bought last month.
M&S cooling bedding set £27 off ahead of heatwave
Marks & Spencer's Ultimate Soft & Silky Bedding Set is now £41.40 for a double, reduced from £69, as temperatures are set to climb into the 30s this week.
Warburtons to produce own yeast at Burnley crumpet plant
Warburtons has won planning permission for a bio-fermentation plant at its Burnley factory, enabling on-site production of cream yeast for its 1.4 million daily crumpets.
Q-Park takes over 20 former NCP car parks
Q-Park has taken over 20 former NCP car park sites across the UK, securing their future after NCP's administration. The deal includes locations in Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Newcastle, and Cardiff.
Glasgow tops UK property sales speed, Birmingham lags
Glasgow homes sell fastest in UK at 35 days, while Birmingham takes 61 days, according to new data.
Aldi Cheapest Supermarket for Ninth Month, Offers Vouchers
Aldi wins £100 vouchers for 10 shoppers after being named UK's cheapest supermarket for July 2026 by Which?, extending a nine-month streak.
Welsh large industrial space take-up falls 20.3% in H1 2026
Take-up of large industrial space in Wales fell 20.3% in H1 2026 to 231,320 sq ft, with 94% of available stock grade C, says Savills.
North East women leaders win Innovate UK backing
Three North East female founders receive £75,000 grants and 12-month support from Innovate UK's Women in Innovation programme, boosting firms in construction, health tech, and care.
Cash ISA allowance cut to £12,000 for under-65s from 2027 (11.08.2026)
From April 2027, the cash ISA allowance for under-65s will drop from £20,000 to £12,000, affecting households with over £10,000 in savings. Pensioners keep the full limit.
Welsh firms secure £6m funding and major deals
Kubos Semiconductors raises £1.5m, Taylor Facilities Management completes MBO, RGM acquired by Vella Group, AerFin to be bought by Orix Aviation, and ITCS acquires Crestline Cyber Security.
Bellway urges Government help for housing market
Bellway sees sales and profits rise but calls for Government action on stamp duty and deposit support to boost housing market and help first-time buyers.
Birmingham Brothers Meet Ronan Keating at Food Festival
Two brothers from Birmingham who appeared on Dragons' Den rubbed shoulders with Ronan Keating at a popular food festival, showcasing their business.
Olympian slams £18.50 pork roll at European Athletics Championships
Olympic silver medallist Sharron Davies criticizes food and ticket prices at European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, calling for affordability.
MP Backs Small Breweries in Campaign to Save Local Pubs
MP Alex Burghart supports SIBA's proposal to let tenanted pubs offer guest beers from small breweries, boosting local business and pub trade.
Ryanair Cabin Bag: Underseat Fit With Packing Cubes
Ryanair's 10kg cabin bag fits underseat if packed correctly. Use packing cubes to maximize space. Learn tips for fitting the 40x20x25cm bag.
Principality ramps up commercial lending in steady first half
Principality Building Society reported underlying profit of £22.2m in H1 2026, with commercial lending at £864m and commitments of £300m, supporting new social homes.
Aston Villa Transfer News: Endrick, Palhinha, David
Aston Villa are targeting Endrick, Joao Palhinha and Jonathan David as Unai Emery plans a busy end to the transfer window. Get the latest updates.
IHG Middle East Revenue Plunges 19% Amid Iran Conflict
InterContinental Hotels Group's Middle East revenue per available room fell 19% in Q2 due to the Iran conflict, but overall growth persists elsewhere.
Birmingham ranks second as UK's best business hub for side hustles
Birmingham ranks second in the UK for entrepreneurial ambition, with 46% of Brits now running side hustles, up from 39% in 2025, according to 1st Formations research.
Drayton Manor warns of roadwork delays this week
Drayton Manor alerts visitors to roadworks from Aug 11-14, causing delays. Lichfield Street closed until Wednesday; extra travel time advised.
Clarins Multi-Active Night Cream Amazon Deal
Amazon slashes Clarins Multi-Active Night Cream price by 20% today. Find out how much you can save and where to get this luxury skincare bargain.
Birmingham Airport Flights to Sofia with £1.20 Pints
Birmingham Airport offers direct Ryanair flights to Sofia, Bulgaria, from £122 round-trip. Pints cost as low as £1.20, with cheap food and hotels.
BeMySource Global Launch to Transform Digital Services
BeMySource, a new digital services platform, has launched globally from Birmingham, aiming to connect businesses with verified freelancers and agencies worldwide, boosting the local tech economy.
Student Loan Interest Rates Confirmed for 2026-27
Government confirms student loan interest rates for 2026-27: Plan 1, 2, 3, 5 set at 4.1% RPI, with caps for Plans 2 and 3.
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