Banking Hub Opens on Harborne High Street
After years of campaigning, a new banking hub has opened on Harborne High Street, providing essential counter services and cash access for the community.
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AGP Industrial Opens New Batangas Yard
AGP Industrial, a Birmingham-based logistics firm, has opened a new 10-hectare industrial yard in Batangas, Philippines, creating 50 jobs and cutting transit times by 30%.
£400m Spy Drone Deal Boosts Jobs in South West and Wales
A £400m MoD deal secures hundreds of UK jobs with Tekever to build AR5 surveillance drones, replacing ageing Watchkeeper systems and strengthening national security.
AnySearch Launches AI Programme in Birmingham
Birmingham-based tech firm AnySearch has unveiled a new AI training programme, aiming to upskill 200 local professionals in machine learning and data science by 2025.
Barclays Profit Soars on Market Volatility
Barclays reports a 17% rise in pre-tax profit to £6.1bn, beating expectations, and announces a £1bn share buyback, driven by strong equities trading amid geopolitical turmoil.
UK family moves to Poland, cuts bills by half in Gdansk
A British family of six moved from Warwickshire to Poland, slashing living costs. Dinner out for six costs just £12.60, rent is £1,400 for a six-bed home.
Burnham Urged to Scrap Stamp Duty for Homes Over £300k
Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces pressure from mortgage experts to scrap stamp duty for homes over £300,000 ahead of the Autumn Budget announcement in November.
Liz Earle Brightening Essence Deal: Save Big Today
A limited-time deal on Liz Earle Superskin Advanced Brightening Essence offers significant savings on the premium skincare product, available online and in stores.
Cotmanhay £20m Pride in Place Boost with Free Health Festival
A free health and wellbeing festival in Cotmanhay offers activities and advice as the area prepares for a £20m government regeneration investment over ten years.
Villa's Best XI After Summer Transfers
Aston Villa have made three key signings and seen several departures. With around £100m raised from sales, Emery's strongest XI takes shape, but depth remains a concern ahead of the Champions League.
Royal Mail wholesale postal prices rise 25% from October
Royal Mail will raise wholesale postal charges by an average of 25% from 5 October, affecting businesses that send marketing letters, bills, and medical notices, citing rising operational costs.
Manahatta bar seeks 3am licence in Birmingham
Birmingham's Manahatta bar applies to extend trading hours to 3am daily, with new last entry and door supervisor conditions. Public comment deadline 17 August.
Flat Iron Steakhouse Opening October 2026 in Birmingham
Flat Iron Steak, known for its £15 signature flat iron steak, will open in Birmingham's Temple Street this October, fulfilling the wish of many local foodies.
HMRC Pension Allowance Cut Hits 114,000 More Workers
Over 114,000 high earners will lose part of their tax-free pension allowance by 2032 due to frozen thresholds under Andy Burnham's government, analysis reveals.
DJH Makes First South West Deal with Gooding Accounts
Stoke-on-Trent-based accountancy group DJH has acquired Wiltshire's Gooding Accounts, marking its first South West expansion. The firm, now employing 900 across 20 offices, aims to combine national scale with local advice.
Crocs Sandals Half Price Amazon Deal
Amazon slashes Crocs Brooklyn Cross sandals by over 50% to £29.99, saving shoppers £36 off the RRP – a limited-time offer for Birmingham residents.
Best Denim Shorts for Summer: Roman Mom Shorts and More
Roman's Stretch Denim Mom Shorts earn 4.9 stars from shoppers for their comfortable fit, with alternatives from Crew Clothing, FatFace, M&S, and Amazon Essentials. Find the best denim shorts for summer 2025.
Notabene Investment Ripple Boosts Birmingham Tech
A major investment in Notabene is creating a ripple effect across Birmingham's tech sector, with new jobs and growth expected.
Develop North Backs Hebburn Shipyard with £1.95m
Develop North has provided a £1.95m funding facility to kickstart the regeneration of the former Hawthorn Leslie shipyard in Hebburn, with first nine homes underway on the 440-home Kelly's Wharf project.
Birmingham Bar and Block to Become The Social
Both Birmingham city centre Bar and Block restaurants will close on September 3 but reopen as The Social, Whitbread confirms. No job losses announced for these sites.
Wood Family Group Buys GreenWood Family Park
GreenWood Family Park in Y Felinheli, North Wales, has been acquired by the Wood Family Group from Continuum Attractions, with ambitious plans for investment in new rides and facilities.
Exact Closure Dates for Whitbread Restaurants in West Midlands
Whitbread confirms all Brewers Fayre, Beefeater, Bar and Block, Table Table, and Cookhouse and Pub restaurants will close in September 2026, with exact dates announced following consultation.
Shoosmiths Appoints Pensions Partner in Birmingham
Shoosmiths has appointed a new partner in Birmingham to bolster its pensions practice, aiming to expand its services across the Midlands and UK.
Two-Thirds Escape Office Noise by Working From Home
A new survey reveals that nearly two-thirds of office workers have worked from home specifically to escape distracting office noise, highlighting a major driver of remote work trends.
Smooth El Mayor Tequila Now £32.99 on Amazon
El Mayor Blanco Tequila, award-winning and hailed as 'best I have ever tasted,' is discounted to £32.99 on Amazon, ideal for summer margaritas.
Aston Villa Left-Back Options: Estupiñán, Diouf, Seys, Raum
Aston Villa urgently need a left-back as Lucas Digne nears a move to PSG. Pervis Estupiñán leads targets, but alternatives include Diouf, Seys, and Raum.
Profit Warnings Drop in Q2 for Midlands Companies
Profit warnings from listed Midlands companies fell to 6 in Q2 2024 from 9 a year earlier, but the first-half total held steady at 19, according to an EY report.
Beefeater and Brewers Fayre closure dates
Whitbread has confirmed the closure of 12 Beefeater and Brewers Fayre sites across Birmingham, with the first shutting in April and May 2025, affecting about 50 jobs.
Tek4 Plans AIM IPO Amid Defence Demand Surge
Leicestershire-based aerospace drilling firm Tek4 plans to raise £20m via an AIM listing at a £40m valuation, as conflict drives demand and a new factory boosts capacity by 80%.
FBC Manby Bowdler Acquires Specialist Law Group
Midlands law firm FBC Manby Bowdler has acquired national employment law specialist Specialist Law Group, significantly expanding its employment law capabilities and geographic reach.
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