Housing market weakens due to Iran war
The housing market in England and Wales is weakening due to the Iran war, with homebuyers cautious over mortgage rate rises and inflation. RICS reports falling prices.
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Giant ads near Birmingham Cathedral: what they hide and end date
Temporary hoardings cover a historic building beside Birmingham Cathedral during a £19m refurbishment into upgraded office space, with completion expected by autumn.
DWP Boosts Pensions for Over-80s by £111 Weekly
State pensioners aged 80 or over may receive an extra £110.75 per week from the DWP through the Over 80 Pension, with payments starting in May.
State Pensioners Lose £320 Monthly If Retiring Abroad
State pensioners retiring abroad could lose over £77,000 in 20 years due to frozen payments under DWP rules, warns Rathbones analysis.
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Relegation Bargains for Birmingham City
Birmingham City can find value in players from relegated Championship clubs like Sheffield Wednesday, Oxford United, and Leicester City. Key targets include Pierce Charles, Brian De Keersmaecker, and Hamza Choudhury.
Santander writes to millions to clear up investment myths
Santander has emailed millions of customers to dispel common investment myths, encouraging them to consider investing through ready-made funds and ISAs.
Tamworth Councillor Slams Branding Proposal as 'Entitled'
A Tamworth councillor has called a plan to ask businesses at the Enterprise Centre to display council branding 'entitled', amid losses at the facility.
Navigation Inn Reopens After Months of Closure
The Navigation Inn in Lapworth will reopen on May 25 under new landlords, promising a return to its 'good old days' after closing last July.
Lakeland Leather Shuts Four Stores in UK High Street Blow
Lakeland Leather has closed four stores, including Southport and Kendal, citing economic challenges. Cancer Research UK also plans to close 90 shops this month.
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Fake Job Offers from Meta and Spotify Used in Hacking Scam
Fraudsters are using fake job offers from Meta, Spotify, and other brands to hack Facebook accounts. NordVPN warns jobseekers to verify listings to avoid scams.
First-Time Buyers Urged to Lock Mortgage Rates Now
Brokers warn first-time buyers to secure mortgage rates quickly as rising swap rates and political uncertainty may reverse recent cuts. Lenders like Nationwide and Santander cut rates, but experts predict hikes soon.
Skoda Kodiaq Deal: Free Holiday and £750 Off
Skoda offers a free Forest Holidays stay worth up to £1,100 and a £750 discount on the Kodiaq from May 8-17, 2026, celebrating its 10th anniversary.
IT Firm Zenzero Moves into Historic Leeds Office
Growing IT support firm Zenzero has leased 3,056 sq ft on the second floor of historic Concordia Works in Leeds, marking a new chapter for the company.
Dyson Supersonic Origin Hair Dryer Now £80 Off: Limited Deal
Save £80 on the Dyson Supersonic Origin hair dryer, now £199. Features intelligent heat control, fast drying, and a styling concentrator. Limited time offer.
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Reds10 Group takes stake in Hull steel fabrication firm ESL
Reds10 Group has acquired a partial stake in ESL Fabrication Engineers, a Hull-based steelwork company. The deal brings steel fabrication in-house, supporting Reds10's growth strategy.
Rachel Reeves Urged to Scrap £200 EV Tax to Boost Uptake
The National Franchised Dealers Association calls on the Treasury to remove the £200 annual VED charge for electric vehicles, warning it could slow demand.
NatWest's New Savings Account Limits Withdrawals to Three Per Year
NatWest launches Defined Access Saver with higher interest rate for customers who limit withdrawals to three per year, resetting annually.
Ex-Birmingham Teacher Banned for Indecent Images
Former Woodgate Primary teacher John Field banned after admitting downloading indecent images of children aged 5-14. He used search terms like 'teens' and 'jailbait' on the dark web.
Milka loses shrinkflation case over misleading packaging
A German court ruled that Milka's parent company Mondelez violated competition law by reducing the chocolate bar's weight without clear notice, calling it misleading.
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New Driving Licence Rule Proposed for Young Drivers
Road safety experts call for Graduated Driving Licences in England after Northern Ireland adopts them. Drivers aged 17-24 account for 20% of road deaths but only 7% of licence holders.
Covid Loan Fraud Leads to 7-Year Director Ban
Harjinder Singh, 44, from Aldridge, falsely claimed £125,000 in Covid loans. He was disqualified as a director for seven years and given a suspended prison sentence.
German Space Firm to Create 100 Bristol Jobs for Venus Mission
OHB SE will hire 100 staff in Bristol after securing a £20m contract for the EnVision mission to Venus, the largest ever Venus exploration project.
Surrey Chambers Events: Survey, Menopause, Social, Training
Surrey Chambers of Commerce invites businesses to participate in the Quarterly Economic Survey, attend a menopause career event, a summer social for young professionals, and free sales training for SMEs.
Co-op Opens 24 New Stores, Three in West Midlands
Co-op announces 24 new store openings by end of June, with three in West Midlands. Stores feature coffee, parcel services, and quick commerce. Total 2026 openings reach 40.
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HMRC Rule Change: 50% of Pensions Withheld for IHT
From April 2027, HMRC allows pension schemes to withhold up to 50% of pots for inheritance tax. Experts warn of delays and family rifts.
50 Affordable Homes to Be Built in Cornwall
Legacy Properties and Ocean Housing partner to deliver 50 affordable homes in Goonhavern and Trispen, Cornwall, with completion expected spring 2027.
Driving Instructor's Simple Trick to Pass Test First Time
A driving instructor with 40,000 TikTok followers shares a mindset trick to help nervous drivers pass their test first time by focusing on the process, not the outcome.
DWP urged to crack down on 5.2 million UC claimants
Department for Work and Pensions told to get tough on 5.2 million unemployed Universal Credit claimants as numbers rise by 830,000 in a year, sparking political criticism.
Lloyds Bank Ends £50 Overdraft Buffer from June 8
Lloyds Bank will remove the £50 interest-free overdraft buffer on packaged accounts from June 8, 2026, affecting Silver, Gold, and Platinum accounts. The Select account is also being converted to a Classic account.
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5,000 AI jobs in North East 'absolute minimum'
Rob Hamilton says 5,000 jobs and £30bn investment target for North East AI growth zone should be 'absolute minimum' as Sovereign AI holds first roadshow in Newcastle.
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