Williams Electrical's new HQ to create 30 jobs
Carmarthenshire firm Williams Electrical is creating 30 jobs with a new headquarters at Cross Hands, supported by £312,000 in Welsh Government funding.
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Pensioners keep £20,000 cash ISA, working-age cut to £12,000
Pensioners will keep the full £20,000 cash ISA allowance while working-age savers see their limit reduced to £12,000 from April 2027 under new Government rules.
Wolverhampton named top commuter city for affordable homes
Wolverhampton is the only commuter town on Rightmove's top five list with prices lower than Birmingham's average, attracting families and buyers.
Manahatta Birmingham applies to open until 3am daily
Manahatta on Temple Street applies to extend operating hours to 3am daily, with last entry at 2am-3am and extra security. Public consultation ends 17 August.
Greggs and Starbucks complete Sunderland Dewhirst park
Final phase of Sunderland's former Dewhirst factory regeneration is complete as Greggs and Starbucks open, joining Wickes, Aldi and KFC.
Drivers risk losing £248 from £829 car finance payouts
Drivers in the car finance scandal could lose £248 from their £829 compensation if they use a claims firm. The FCA's new £2m campaign offers free help.
Liz Earle gel moisturiser cut to £22.50 in sale
Liz Earle's Revitalise and Glow Illuminating Gel Moisturiser has been reduced to £22.50 in a limited-time sale, with shoppers reporting smoother, brighter skin after seven days.
Burnham urged to tackle unequal pay for young people
Campaigners are urging Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to tackle unequal pay for young people, with the statutory apprentice rate as a key barrier to work.
Warning: Savers with £8,000+ Losing Money to Inflation
Millions of savings accounts earning 2.5% or less are losing value against 2.6% inflation, with £502bn affected and average balances at £8,099.
Best Provence rosé 2025: 7 outstanding bottles to try
Wine expert Sam Wylie-Harris picks seven standout Provence rosés for 2025, from £8.99 to £27, with supermarket deals and expert tasting notes.
Elemis Cleansing Balm deal on Amazon
The Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, a cult skincare favourite, is now available at a reduced price on Amazon UK, offering a rare discount on premium beauty.
Jewellery Quarter Named Among Best Places to Live
Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter has been named among the best places to live in England, with property prices still reasonable, according to Muddy Stilettos.
DWP Worker Asks Reddit for Empathy Tips
A new DWP employee who previously claimed Universal Credit for three years has asked Reddit users for advice on how to treat claimants with kindness and empathy.
Inheritance tax rule could cut bill to £0 under new PM
A niche HMRC rule can cut inheritance tax bills to £0 when two deaths happen within five years, and new PM Andy Burnham has sparked a rush to use it.
HMRC: £1,000 Side Hustle Trigger for Self Assessment
Anyone earning over £1,000 from side hustles must register for Self Assessment by 5 October 2026 for the 2025-26 tax year, HMRC reminds.
Ryanair cabin suitcase Amazon deal for hand luggage
BirminghamWorld reports on an Amazon travel deal offering a cabin suitcase that meets Ryanair's 40x20x25cm hand luggage limit, helping flyers avoid fees.
Dusk Hotel Satin Stripe Duvet Cover on Sale
Dusk's Hotel Satin Stripe 200 Thread Count Duvet Cover is reduced to £31 in the summer sale, and shoppers rate it 4.8 out of 5 for its hotel-quality look and feel.
Lodge at Ashford Castle - Ireland's Exclusive Luxury Retreat
The Lodge at Ashford Castle is a private eight-bedroom hotel in County Mayo, combining five-star luxury with unique access to the historic Ashford Castle estate
Nissan repair failure threatens driving instructor's job
Nissan's repair delay left a driving instructor unable to work for three months, costing £2,500 in car hire and forcing him to borrow £1,000 from relatives.
Quirky £15 Dunelm Lamp Gets Compliments
The quirky Cherry and Leopard Table Lamp from Dunelm, priced at £15, holds a 4.9-star rating and shoppers say it draws compliments and questions.
Roman's £36 Wide Leg Jeans Get Rave Reviews
Shoppers give Roman's £36 Cotton Stretch Wide Leg Jeans a perfect five-star rating, with six colours and sizes 10-20, while some styles have already sold out.
Derby Named England's Youth Jobless Capital as NEET Rates Rise
Derby has the highest NEET rate in England at 7.1% for 16-17 year olds, up from 4.6% before the pandemic, as PM Andy Burnham pledges to cut youth joblessness.
SmilePro Teeth Whitening Kit Half Price Sale
The SmilePro teeth whitening kit is now 50% off, making professional-quality LED whitening accessible at home and affordable for Birmingham shoppers.
Car finance payout delay to 2027, FCA confirms
Motor finance compensation payments are delayed until at least 2027 after new legal challenges, the FCA has confirmed, urging customers to claim directly for free.
Cadbury accused of 'sneaky' Dairy Milk shrinkflation
Cadbury has cut 15g from its 360g Dairy Milk sharing bars, prompting accusations of 'sneaky' shrinkflation, with the firm blaming higher input costs.
Barclays warning: home mover deposits fall 24.8%
Barclays data shows home mover deposit values fell 24.8% year-on-year in June, forcing more buyers into higher loan-to-value mortgages.
World Cup energy scheme saves British pubs £30k
More than 300 independent pubs saved a combined £30,000 on energy bills during the World Cup through Octopus Energy's 'Watt a Save' free electricity scheme.
Toshiba 32-inch Smart Fire TV at £139 with Freely
The Toshiba 32-inch HD LCD Smart Fire TV hits Amazon at £139, offering free live TV through Freely, Alexa voice control, and access to Netflix and Disney+.
Cask Ale Prices Surpass £5 as Landlord Tops Survey
A new survey shows cask ale prices have broken the £5 barrier, with Landlord at £5.42 and Tribute at £5.07, as pubs welcome a business rates cut.
HMRC recovers £8m from 502 crypto investors in crackdown
HMRC recovers more than £8 million from 502 crypto investors in two tax years, with an average settlement of £16,600, according to the Financial Times.
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