Champions Speakers Finalists at UK Business Awards
Champions Speakers has been named a finalist in the UK Business Awards 2023, recognising its excellence in the events industry. The Birmingham-based agency competes in two categories.
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Fly High Summer School Offers Work Experience for Deprived Youth
Elsie Blundell MP's Fly High Summer School expands to 12 young people in 2026, offering work experience, skills sessions, and a trip to Parliament to help deprived youth from Heywood.
Welsh Retail Footfall Down 2.3% in June, Pace Eases
Welsh retail footfall fell 2.3% year-on-year in June, an improvement on May's 5% decline. Scotland saw the only rise (1.7%), while London dropped 6.8%. Cardiff declined 3.9%.
Villa face simple Konsa transfer decision amid Arsenal interest
Aston Villa must demand a ridiculous fee or keep Ezri Konsa, as Arsenal circle. The defender is vital after key departures, with his valuation at least £60 million.
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Burnham's pub rates cut slammed by restaurants
Restaurant bosses criticise Andy Burnham's £100m business rates relief for pubs, clubs and music venues, arguing it unfairly excludes restaurants and hotels facing same pressures.
£150 Warm Home Discount Confirmed from October 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham's government confirms one-off £150 Warm Home Discount for eligible households from October 2026, with automatic credits or vouchers.
NOCO Genius 10 Smart Battery Charger Review
The NOCO Genius 10 is a top-rated smart battery charger and maintainer for cars, boats, and more. Read our review for features, performance, and value.
West Brom Transfers, Captaincy, and Breakout Star: Q&A
West Bromwich Albion face a pivotal summer with overseas transfer links, captaincy decisions, and a potential breakout star, according to Lewis Cox.
British Gas owner cuts 1,300 jobs at six centres
Centrica confirms 1,300 job cuts, including 500 call centre roles in Cardiff and other UK cities, as part of a customer service transformation. GMB union criticizes AI replacement claims.
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Burnham £1,100 Cut for 32,000 Pubs and Venues
New PM Andy Burnham cuts business rates by 20% for pubs, clubs, and live music venues, saving typical pub £1,100 next year, benefiting 32,000 premises.
Garnacho joins Villa on loan, aims to rediscover form
Alejandro Garnacho has joined Aston Villa on a season-long loan from Chelsea, with an option to make the move permanent. The winger hopes to regain his best form under Unai Emery.
Kamado Ceramic Barbecue Charcoal Grill Review
A Kamado ceramic charcoal grill offers versatile cooking. This guide reviews top models, features, and tips for choosing the best kamado barbecue.
QinetiQ invests £20m in UK laser weapon production
QinetiQ is investing £20m to accelerate development and manufacture of high-energy laser technology at its Malvern and Farnborough sites, supporting UK and allied laser directed energy weapon programmes.
Manchester synagogue attacker's friend jailed for life
Mohammad Bashir, 31, drove Jihad Al-Shamie on a 10-hour round trip to conduct hostile reconnaissance at the UK's Defence Academy in Shrivenham, Swindon, and has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 17 years.
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Argos Shoppers Praise £31.50 Steel Wicker Garden Bench
Argos shoppers are praising the Steel Wicker 2 Seater Garden Bench, reduced to £31.50 with code GREEN30. It's sturdy, lightweight, and has a five-star rating from over 600 customers.
Eufy Omni S2 Review: Top Features and Performance
The Eufy Omni S2 robot vacuum offers powerful suction, smart mapping, and self-emptying. Find out if it beats competitors in this detailed review.
Newcastle PolyBox Secures Six-Figure Investment
PolyBox, a Newcastle marketing tech startup, has raised £1.5m total including a new six-figure investment to integrate AI into its reporting platform, saving time and costs for marketing teams.
Midland drug dealer with 50 Cent links jailed 18 years
Samir Hassan, 37, who worked for rapper 50 Cent, was jailed for 18.5 years for his role in a cocaine network that flooded Derbyshire with high-purity cocaine.
Pay-Per-Mile Tax: EV Drivers Face £300 Annual Charge
Drivers of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids will face a new pay-per-mile tax from April 2028, with rates of 3p per mile for EVs and 1.5p for hybrids, potentially adding £300 annually for average mileage.
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Mayor Parker welcomes PM Burnham's rates cut for venues
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker has welcomed Prime Minister Andy Burnham's announcement of a 20% business rates cut for pubs, clubs and live music venues, calling it a 'small but important step'.
Blues not pursuing Sammie Szmodics transfer
Birmingham City will not hijack Derby County's attempt to sign Sammie Szmodics, BirminghamLive understands, despite reported interest in the Ipswich Town forward.
DWP Benefit Recipients Get £0 BBC TV Licence Under Burnham
People on Pension Credit can get a free TV licence under DWP rules. Lisa Nandy reappointed as Culture Secretary by PM Burnham, calls licence fee unsustainable.
Digbeth BID Unlocks £3m Investment: 'Won't Lose Its Soul'
Digbeth businesses voted to create a Business Improvement District, unlocking £3m over five years. The BID aims to boost investment while preserving the area's unique character.
Wowcher Hanging Egg Chair Deal 88% Off
Wowcher slashes hanging egg chair prices by 88%, offering garden furniture for £29.99 instead of £249.99. Limited-time deal includes free delivery.
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Garnacho Loan Deal Splits Villa Fans and Pundits
Alejandro Garnacho's loan move to Aston Villa from Chelsea has sparked mixed reactions, with Unai Emery backing the winger's potential despite criticism over his attitude and form.
Babcock Partners with Plymouth Firm to Arm Drone Boats
Babcock International has signed a MoU with Plymouth-based ACUA Ocean Technologies and Estonia's Frankenburg Technologies to develop low-cost missile systems for uncrewed boats to protect UK ports and maritime infrastructure from mass drone attacks.
Fuel Finder Tool Saves Drivers £40 a Year
Petrol and diesel drivers will save £40 annually using the Labour Party Fuel Finder tool, which mandates real-time fuel price reporting at UK forecourts.
Newport Council Urged to Recoup £6m Market Loan
Newport City Council faces calls to recover a £6m loan to developer Loft Co for the market redevelopment, with repayment overdue since February.
David J.C. Austin dies at 67
David J.C. Austin, chairman of David Austin Roses, has died at 67 from Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. The Albrighton-based company's roses are loved by the Royal Family and David Beckham.
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£50m Aberystwyth Innovation Campus Gets Backing
Plans for a £50m Green Futures Innovation Park at Aberystwyth University have been approved by funding partners, with £14.3m from the Mid Wales Growth Deal, creating jobs and boosting agri-tech research.
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