Championship Transfers: Birmingham City Rivals Splash Cash
Birmingham City have only completed one signing so far, Jhon Solis for £6m, while rivals like Norwich, Stoke, and Southampton have made multiple moves in the summer 2026 window.
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Pensioners Rush to Buy Annuities Ahead of 2027 IHT Rule Change
Retirees are rushing to purchase annuities before Labour's 2027 pension inheritance tax rule change, with Standard Life reporting a fourfold increase in over-75 buyers in early 2026.
Nationwide to Cut 600 Jobs After Virgin Money Takeover
Nationwide Building Society announces 600 job cuts due to role duplication after its takeover of Virgin Money, affecting staff at both lenders.
Birmingham Shop Owner Retires After Five Decades
John Horwood, owner of Kennedy's MICA Hardware in Rubery, Birmingham, has retired after 53 years, closing a chapter for the community hardware store.
Concerns Over Former Pub Becoming Morrisons Shop
Plans to convert a former pub in Sandwell into a Morrisons convenience store have sparked local opposition over traffic and community impact.
JD Sports Hip Store Closures This Week Midlands Spared
JD Sports will close two Hip stores this week in Manchester and Leeds, but no West Midlands locations are affected as the brand shifts focus to online trading.
Ryanair Cabin Bag Deal at Amazon for £20
A Ryanair-approved cabin bag is available on Amazon for £20, meeting the airline's strict 40x20x25cm underseat dimensions. The deal includes free delivery for Prime members.
Redditch Couple Bag Bargain Holiday Home £30k Under Budget
Gary and Sandra from Redditch secured a Spanish holiday home for £61,500, nearly £30,000 under their £90,000 budget on A Place in the Sun, leaving viewers thrilled.
Groupia Travel Firm Collapses, Holidays Canceled for Thousands
Groupia Ltd, a Bath-based group travel specialist, has entered administration. Customers with bookings from September 1 face cancellations, while those with earlier trips may still travel.
Burnham Pledges 'No 10 North' for West Country Power
Labour leadership frontrunner Andy Burnham promises to create a 'No 10 North' in Manchester to devolve power to regions including the West Country, aiming for the biggest change in how the UK is run.
Vine Group buys Gables Hotel near Bristol
The Gables Best Western hotel near Bristol has been sold to a joint venture between Castlewood and Vine Group, reflecting investor confidence in the UK hotel sector.
Jay Stansfield transfer question answered by Blues
Jay Stansfield has all but answered transfer speculation amid Premier League interest, and Birmingham City's stance is clear: he is not for sale, with a contract until 2031.
Adani Green Energy Calls for Faster Electrification
Adani Green Energy calls for accelerated electrification to meet surging global power demand, emphasizing the need for renewable energy investments to combat climate change.
Morrisons Confirms £13 Pay Rise for Staff from July 20
Morrisons will increase staff pay to £13 per hour from July 20, 2026, following a pay deal backed by USDAW with a 91.87% vote in favour, benefiting thousands of employees.
Emerson Royal: Unai Emery's Next Reclamation Project at Villa
Emerson Royal, a 27-year-old Brazilian right-back, could join Aston Villa as Unai Emery aims to revive his career after mixed spells at Tottenham and Flamengo.
Rise in Large Industrial Space Take-Up in Wales
Knight Frank research shows industrial space take-up in Wales exceeded 600,000 sq ft in H1 2026, up from 540,000 sq ft in H1 2025, with a strong development pipeline.
West Midlands Car Insurance Prices Rise
Car insurance premiums in the West Midlands have increased by 4% in the last quarter, with average costs now reaching £1,050, according to new data.
Telford Firms Administrators Confirm 98 Redundancies
Administrators for two Telford-based companies have confirmed that 98 employees have been made redundant following the firms' collapse into administration.
Business Backs Burnham's Devolution and Growth Plans
Andy Burnham's speech promising 'good growth in every British postcode' and a 'Number 10 North' draws positive reactions from business leaders across the UK.
Aston Villa Transfer News: Lopy, Kelly, Edward, Lenglet
Aston Villa's transfer window updates: Dion Lopy deal 'done', Lloyd Kelly targeted, Alysson Edward eyed by Trabzonspor, Clement Lenglet set for Benfica.
Burnham pledges living standards boost in major speech
Andy Burnham declared a 10-year mission to boost UK living standards in a major speech, acknowledging people 'can't wait forever' as he eyes the Prime Minister role.
Jeremy Clarkson Returns to ITV with Two New Shows
Jeremy Clarkson confirms two new ITV shows after beating prostate cancer: Who Wants To Be A Millionaire and Millionaire Hot Seat return with new episodes.
HMRC Issues £2,200 Warning for 11 Major UK Banks
More than 750,000 young people have unclaimed Child Trust Fund accounts worth £2,200 on average. HMRC meets with 11 banks to reunite owners with funds.
Lloyds Bank Business Account Fees Rise July 10
Lloyds Bank is raising business account fees from July 10, including a monthly maintenance fee increase and higher cash and cheque transaction charges, costing customers up to £18 more per year per account.
Plug Charging Makes Third EV Infrastructure Acquisition in a Year
Cardiff-based Plug Charging has acquired EV infrastructure specialist Energy Park, its third acquisition in 12 months, strengthening its presence in North Wales and England.
United Utilities CEO faces backlash over £435k share plan
United Utilities faces backlash over a £435,000-a-year share allowance for CEO Louise Beardmore, with campaigners calling it 'corporate greed in plain sight' ahead of a shareholder vote.
Best Home Office Desk Storage Furniture 2024
Discover the best home office desk storage furniture to boost productivity and organization in 2024, featuring top picks from leading brands.
Leads United Lead Aston Villa for Zion Suzuki
Leeds United are ahead of Aston Villa in the race to sign Japanese goalkeeper Zion Suzuki from Parma, with a £26m price tag and interest from AC Milan and Inter.
Petrol Below 150p: Drivers Told to Fill Up Now
Petrol has fallen below 150p per litre for the first time since spring, with Northern Ireland averaging 146.8p. But AA warns prices may not last amid US-Iran tensions.
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Flexible Workplace in UK's Largest Net Zero Office
A new flexible workplace has launched in Birmingham's Paradise estate, part of the UK's largest net zero office development, offering 80,000 sq ft of sustainable office space.
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