Nando's and H&M Home close for refits at Birmingham Bullring
Nando's and H&M Home have temporarily closed at Birmingham's Bullring for renovations, with new signage hinting at fresh looks and potential changes to the store's offering.
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Co-op Bank customers to move to Coventry BS in Jan 2027
Coventry Building Society confirms it will transfer all Co-operative Bank customers, including smile, to the Society on 1 January 2027, subject to court approval, with FSCS protection changes.
Nationwide hikes fixed savings rates ahead of ISA cap cut
Nationwide has increased rates on one and two-year Fixed Rate Bonds and Cash ISAs, with top rates at 4.55% AER, ahead of the cash ISA limit cut to £12,000 in April.
Tesco £60 spend rule: 8p off fuel at 500+ stations
Tesco offers 8p off per litre fuel coupon with £60 in-store spend, valid until Aug 31, redeemable by Sept 6 at 500+ stations.
The Range's £49 desk 'looks expensive' and is 'perfect for homework'
The Range sells the HOMCOM Computer Desk with Sliding Keyboard Tray from £48.99. Parents call it 'perfect for homework' and say it 'looks much more expensive'.
Greggs confirms return of Steak & Stilton Bake this autumn
Greggs will relaunch its legendary Steak & Stilton Bake on September 3, priced at £2.50, after a seven-year hiatus, the bakery chain confirmed.
Brillio Wins Two AI and Talent Development Awards
Brillio, a digital transformation company, has won two awards for AI and talent development, recognising its innovative approach to upskilling and technology.
Devonport 'critical' to UK safety, says defence secretary
Defence secretary Wes Streeting says Plymouth's Devonport base is critical to UK safety, as £7.1bn upgrades prepare for eight Type 26 frigates.
Applied Nutrition revenue leaps 50% as profits beat expectations
Applied Nutrition reports 50% revenue growth to £160m and expects 2026 profits ahead of forecasts, but warns of margin dip in 2027 due to higher whey costs.
Oxfam cannot guarantee UK charity shop future amid review
Oxfam says it cannot guarantee the future of its high street shops in a difficult economic climate, as it reviews three warehouses employing about 90 people, with donations reportedly dropping off.
Mums launch affordable soft play hire Kiddies' Kits
Two Birmingham mums started Kiddies' Kits, a bespoke soft play and toy hire business, after struggling to find affordable party options for their babies' first birthdays.
Gioia London jewellery opens first Bullring shop with offers
Gioia London opens at Bullring on August 29, its first Birmingham location. The kiosk near Selfridges sells 18k plated, gold vermeil and 925 silver items, with rings from £36.
Birmingham's £144m Oracle system Brindley goes live
Birmingham City Council's £144m Oracle system, Brindley, went live on August 18, 2026, four years after a failed upgrade triggered a Section 114 notice. Staff celebrated with cake as leaders voiced cautious optimism.
Time Square finances 'far short' of expectations, council says
Warrington Council's Time Square scheme has lost £134.58m overall, with financial performance 'far short' of business case assumptions, requiring £5m annual pressure.
Clarke Willmott acquires Latitude Law immigration firm
Clarke Willmott has acquired Latitude Law, a specialist business immigration practice with offices in Manchester, London and Brussels, for an undisclosed sum.
Antare Security Launches Body Camera Platform in Birmingham
Antare Security has launched a new body camera platform in Birmingham, enhancing transparency and safety for frontline workers with real-time monitoring capabilities.
Government injects £71m into Tungsten West to reopen Devon mine
The National Wealth Fund will invest £71m in Tungsten West to reopen Devon's Hemerdon mine, creating 350 jobs and securing critical minerals for UK defence and energy.
Birmingham Haircare Brand at Notting Hill Carnival
Birmingham-based Textures haircare brand showcased at Notting Hill Carnival 2025, celebrating diverse hair textures with pop-up styling demos and product giveaways.
DWP confirms two new AI job schemes for claimants
DWP confirms two new AI schemes for unemployed claimants in Barnsley: AI Career Launchpad and Getting Job Ready with AI, starting September 2026.
Halliburton to drill test wells at Cornish Lithium project
Cornish Lithium has hired US oil giant Halliburton for well services at its Cross Lanes project near Redruth, moving closer to commercial lithium production.
Burnham confirms £100m mortgage and wills rule change
Andy Burnham's government will press ahead with a £100m stealth tax on law firms, redirecting interest on client money from mortgages and wills to HM Treasury, despite Law Society opposition.
Nationwide warns of £15,500 school costs for parents
Parents face over £15,500 in school costs from reception to GCSE, with clubs averaging £700 a year, Nationwide research reveals.
Burnham government praises easyJet over-50s recruitment drive
Andy Burnham's government has praised easyJet's recruitment drive urging over-50s to apply as cabin crew, with applications opening in September.
HMRC checks 45 million PAYE accounts, P800 letters sent
HMRC has reviewed 45 million PAYE accounts and is issuing P800 letters to correct tax overpayments and underpayments, with checks continuing until November 2026.
Pub and hotel business rates review confirmed by Burnham
Andy Burnham's government has launched an independent review of pub and hotel business rates valuations, led by Jerry Schurder, with findings due by the end of March 2027.
91% tax hit warning on inherited pensions from April
Families could face a 91% tax charge on inherited pensions from April under Labour's John Healey and Andy Burnham, NFU Mutual calculations show.
Aldi cuts strawberry price to £2 for two packs until Aug 26
Aldi shoppers can buy two 227g packs of British strawberries for £2 until Wednesday, August 26, following a bumper crop from sustained sunshine, supporting UK growers.
Castrol Study: Drivers Fear Losing Thrill of Driving
A new Castrol study reveals drivers fear losing the thrill of driving. Key findings include concerns about autonomous cars and a desire for more engaging features.
DWP £555 bonus for households earning over £12,570
Over 17,000 households have claimed extra £555 per month via Nationwide's Better Off Indicator. Low-income families earning above or below £12,570 urged to check eligibility for DWP-linked benefits.
Wirral tourism up 2% to £547.5m, leaders hail boost
Wirral's visitor economy grew 2% in 2025 to £547.5m, with leaders now targeting Liverpool visitors and Birkenhead's Town of Culture bid to drive further growth.
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