Aston Villa to Open Contract Talks with Konsa and Torres
Aston Villa are expected to hold contract talks with centre backs Ezri Konsa and Pau Torres before the new Premier League season, with both players having two years left on their deals.
Category : Business
Cardiff Capital Region Fund Backs Coaches' Voice in Welsh Deals
The Cardiff Capital Region's £50m equity fund invests in Coaches' Voice to expand grassroots football coaching in Wales, alongside other Welsh businesses securing funding.
High Pay Centre to Close Over Funding Issues
The High Pay Centre, a think tank monitoring FTSE 100 executive pay and advocating for fairer wages, will close in July 2026 after failing to secure new funding sources.
.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&trim=0%2C0%2C0%2C0)
Special Financial Investment Territory Launched in Tamchy
A new special financial investment territory has been launched in Tamchy, Kyrgyzstan, aiming to attract foreign investment and boost economic growth through tax incentives and streamlined regulations.
BarberBoss 5-in-1 Grooming Tool Amazon Deal: Save 40%
Amazon offers the BarberBoss 5-in-1 grooming tool at 40% off, reducing price to £29.99. This versatile kit includes clippers, trimmer, detailer, nose/ear trimmer, and eyebrow shaver, with over 8,000 positive reviews.
Former Hotpoint Factory in Yate Sold for £10m, 190 Homes Planned
South Gloucestershire Council will sell the former Hotpoint tumble dryer factory in Yate for £10m, with plans for 190 homes, half affordable, plus commercial space and public car park.
Labour Investments Boost Dover and Deal with Heritage and Education
Over £3 million for Walmer Castle, free breakfast clubs for 500+ children, and flood defence for 2,666 properties highlight Labour's investment in Dover and Deal, MP Mike Tapp reports.
Petards Secures £1.4m in Contracts, Hails Confidence
Petards announces £1.4m contract wins for its subsidiaries QRO and PJL, highlighting customer confidence in its security and surveillance technologies.
Service Station King Reveals Red Flags at UK Service Stations
Rich Cross, the 'Service Station King', visited all 97 UK service stations and shares crucial warning signs, including messy toilets and potholes, plus his top picks.
Moseley Board Game Cafe Closes After Less Than a Year
The Double Six board game cafe in Moseley has closed suddenly, with owners citing tough economic conditions and urging support for local independents.
Northumberland firm adds three Yorkshire parks to portfolio
Maguires Country Parks, a family-run holiday park group, has acquired Winksley Banks, Foxhall and Hutton Bonville Country Parks in North Yorkshire, expanding its portfolio to 15 sites across the North East and Yorkshire.
Leekes Bilston Closing Down Sale: No Reasonable Offer Refused
Leekes in Bilston is closing down with a massive sale offering drastic reductions across all departments until Thursday, August 2, with no reasonable offer refused on ex-display items.
Save 45% on Obero Cooling Oscillating Fan Deal
Get the Obero Cooling Oscillating Fan for just £21.99 on Wowcher, a 45% discount from £39.99. Features 3 speed settings and 80° oscillation.
Storrs Hall Hotel: Lakeside Luxury with Hot Tub Suites
Discover Storrs Hall Hotel in the Lake District: a 4-star lakeside retreat with private hot tub suites, gourmet dining, and stunning Windermere views. Our honest review.
Burnham warehouse tax plan could 'crucify' supermarkets
Andy Burnham's proposed warehouse levy to cut business rates for high street venues has sparked warnings it would 'crucify' supermarkets, with retail chiefs and MPs raising concerns over inflation and practicality.
Hull Hydraulics Firm Secures Loan After Son Buyout
East Yorkshire Hydraulics, founded in 1979, has been acquired by founder's son Andrew Kirby and secured a six-figure loan from NPIF II – Mercia Debt Finance to drive expansion and target renewable energy.
Pasty shop near Bristol Temple Meads up for sale after 22 years
The Pasty Emporium, a pasty shop near Bristol Temple Meads station, has been put up for sale for £175,000 after 22 years, as owner Jonathan Pearce retires.
JP Morgan Bournemouth Office Expansion Approved
JP Morgan's five-storey Bournemouth office expansion, housing 1,600 staff, was approved despite parking concerns. The development includes 118 car and 614 cycle spaces.
Three Pension Changes Urged on Andy Burnham
Andy Burnham faces calls to scrap stamp duty, reintroduce corporation tax relief, and offer retail investor options for pension schemes, rather than imposing new tax relief conditions.
UK House Prices Up 0.2% in June, North Leads Growth
UK house prices rose 0.2% in June to £299,330, reversing May's decline, as mortgage rates eased. Southern England saw annual falls while northern regions drove growth, with North East prices up 2.8%.
Burnham CGT Plan Could Mean £23,280 Tax on Homes
Andy Burnham's team considers aligning capital gains tax with income tax rates, potentially landing homeowners with a £23,280 charge on £200,000 properties, warns Evelyn Partners.
Police seek teddy bear jumper man after £5,000 gold theft
West Midlands Police have released a CCTV image of a man wearing a distinctive teddy bear jumper after £5,000 worth of gold jewellery was stolen from a Soho Road store in Handsworth, Birmingham.
Bristol Temple Island deal changes needed as costs rise
Bristol City Council faces higher costs and halved affordable housing in a revised Temple Island deal with developer Legal & General, due to rising construction costs and new safety rules.
.png?width=1200&auto=webp&trim=0%2C0%2C0%2C0)
Hardy's Compost 50L Deal: £10 at Amazon
Hardy's multi-purpose compost 50L bags are now £10 each at Amazon, down from £14, saving gardeners £4 per bag. Ideal for spring planting.
Lloyds Bank customers see £518 boost in house prices
Lloyds Bank reports a £518 monthly increase in house prices to £299,330, with experts citing a holding phase in the market amid affordability constraints and economic uncertainty.
Nationwide Mortgage Rate Cuts Up to 0.19% from Tuesday
Nationwide has announced rate cuts of up to 0.19 percentage points on fixed-rate mortgages and up to 0.12 points on tracker products, effective from Tuesday 7 July, benefiting first-time buyers, home movers, and switchers.
Two More Poundland Stores Close in Birmingham Over Leases
Poundland is closing two Birmingham stores due to lease failures. Northfield outlet shuts July 20, Acocks Green on August 6. Staff consultations underway.
Retirement Flats Planned for Bollington Industrial Site
Plans for 40 retirement apartments and a 75-bed care home on the SMC Euroclamp site in Bollington have been submitted, promising 61 new jobs.
Robust Demand Boosts Trading at Northumberland Housebuilder
Cussins reports resilient trading with £18.86m turnover and robust demand, despite delays. CEO Jabin Cussins highlights strong sales and partnership exit.
The Label Yard Opens at McArthurGlen West Midlands with 60% Off
The Label Yard, a premium menswear and streetwear destination, has opened its first store near Birmingham at McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands, offering up to 60% off RRP.
Page 50 of 449