Nationwide Building Society has launched a new mortgage policy allowing customers to borrow up to six times their income, with experts warning this approach carries significant financial risks for borrowers.
Taxpayers earning over £50,271 are being urged to claim pension tax relief, with millions of pounds going unclaimed annually. Experts warn of the January 31 deadline.
Worcestershire sees a year-on-year decline of 1,847 payroll employees, with closures including Cosy Club and Hillbilly's Street Kitchen impacting local employment figures.
A historic Wolverhampton pub, 'The Licence', is applying to reopen after a period of closure, with plans to revitalise the local community hub.
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HMRC's Making Tax Digital platform becomes compulsory from April 2026 for self-employed individuals and landlords with turnovers exceeding £50,000, requiring digital record-keeping and quarterly updates.
Claire's and The Original Factory Shop, with 140 locations and 2,500 staff, are at risk of closure as insolvency looms amid a challenging retail climate.
Major UK garden centre chain Dobbies has closed eight branches across England as part of a restructuring plan aimed at achieving sustainable profitability.
Dusk has significantly reduced its popular Mia dining chairs in ivory boucle to £110 for a set of two. The sale includes various materials, with the chairs praised for quality and style.
Shoppers are raving about Dunelm's Bows Polycotton Duvet Cover & Pillowcase Set, praising its comfort, softness, and charming bow design. Available from £12.
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Shoppers are raving about Next's Pink/Red Check Cherry Mule Slippers, priced at £15, describing them as comfortable, warm, and great value ahead of Valentine's Day.
Tesco begins a 10-week trial of the Auror crime reporting platform across 40 supermarkets in Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire to tackle escalating retail crime.
John Frieda Profiller+ Hair Growth Scalp Serum is currently on a 3for2 deal at Boots, with shoppers reporting significant improvements in hair thickness and growth.
Gary Meads, landlord of the Coach & Horses Inn, shares his extraordinary childhood growing up in the historic pub his family has run since 1968, with rumours of JRR Tolkien visiting.
Analysis of 2025 house sales data identifies West Midlands postcodes where homeowners achieved the highest price increases, with Worcester leading at 19% growth.
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Nationwide Building Society announces interest rate reductions on multiple savings accounts from February, with customers potentially losing £20 annually on £10,000 deposits.
Marks & Spencer's new Ribbed Collared Knitted Top, priced at £30, is praised for its flattering fit and distinctive collar detail, selling nearly 60 units in five days.
Dunelm launches the Ria Rotating Bookcase, a £149 furniture piece in oak or walnut that doubles as a coffee table, offering innovative, space-saving storage.
Lloyds Bank is providing a £250 incentive for customers who switch to its Club Lloyds, Silver, or Platinum accounts, each offering distinct benefits like travel insurance and interest.
A new price comparison reveals Tesco has overtaken Morrisons as the UK's second most expensive supermarket after hiking costs of staple items like tea bags and bread.
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Majorca and the Balearic Islands will introduce a pioneering beach occupancy monitoring app and remove 1,700 sun loungers from 2026 to combat overcrowding and promote sustainable tourism.
The DWP's WorkWell programme expands across England, offering voluntary health-and-employment support to 250,000 claimants with health conditions.
Parkdean Resorts launches affordable all-inclusive family holidays starting at £379 for four, including meals and unlimited drinks at 42 UK parks.
Amazon's Dreo Electric Heater, reduced to £42.47, is hailed by shoppers as a quiet, portable device ideal for rooms and caravans, with over 9,000 reviews.
New research reveals workers can increase their pension by up to £23,000 by raising contributions by just one percentage point, costing as little as £25 monthly.
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A massive data leak has exposed millions of online credentials, with Gmail worst affected. Cybersecurity experts warn of automated attacks and identity theft risks.
Turtle Bay in Brindley Place is offering ten lucky customers a complimentary breakfast until January 31, with specific terms including a drink purchase required.
Boden's Anna Tulle Midi Skirt, reminiscent of Sex and the City style, is reduced from £112 to just £47.60 in a clearance event with up to 60% off.
Nottingham Building Society introduces 40-year mortgages for first-time buyers, extending terms to age 75 to help them get on the property ladder.
Major UK brewery Keystone, producer of three top British beers, has been acquired by the Great British Drinks Company for £6.5 million, securing 145 jobs and preserving all brewery sites.
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HMRC will publish updated advisory fuel rates in March, affecting petrol, diesel, electric, and LPG company car users. These rates determine reimbursement and tax implications for business travel.
