Dael Fry to Birmingham City: One Possible Downside
Birmingham City have signed Dael Fry on a free transfer, landing a Championship-proven centre-back. The only concern is his injury history, but his quality could drive a promotion push.
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Welsh Gov Launches £5m Loan Scheme for Farms
A £5m pilot loan scheme from the Welsh Government offers fixed-rate loans at 3% interest to support farming businesses in driving productivity and sustainability.
Convatec £24m Rhymney Expansion Secures 100 Jobs
Convatec's £24m expansion at its Rhymney wound care facility secures 100 high-skilled jobs and launches a new production line for Hydrofiber technology.
Santander urges customers to invest £100 lump sum in July
Santander has emailed customers urging them to invest a £100 lump sum in July, highlighting a ready-made Stocks and Shares ISA with long-term growth potential, while warning of risks and fraud.
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Win a £3.5M Dream Home in Birmingham with Range Rover
Omaze competition offers chance to win a luxury Birmingham home, Range Rover, and £100k cash, with proceeds supporting Alzheimer's Society.
Urgent Government Action Sought for NE Automotive Sector
North East Automotive Alliance calls for Government to review ZEV Mandate, address energy costs, and secure EU trade to protect the region's automotive sector.
Wales Sees Biggest Drop in Equity Deals but Value Rises
Wales experienced the largest percentage fall in equity deals in the UK, down 45% to 44, while total value edged up 1% to £152m, driven by a single £107m deal, according to the British Business Bank's Small Business Equity Tracker 2026.
Malthouse Building Acquired by Tenants IMA After Landlord Collapse
Creative agency IMA has acquired The Malthouse building in Leeds for £4m, taking freehold ownership after former landlord Leaseco 23 collapsed with a £12m deficit.
NE Firms See Sales Rise But Cost Pressures Loom: Survey
North East businesses show rising sales and hiring intentions, but energy costs and inflation remain key concerns, according to the latest quarterly economic survey from the North East Chamber of Commerce.
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Blues Bank £158k for Paik's World Cup Stint
Birmingham City will earn over £158,000 from FIFA's Club Benefit Programme for Paik Seung-ho's World Cup involvement, including qualifiers.
West Ham Face Fire-Sale After Spurs Agree £85m Fernandes Deal
Tottenham have agreed an £85m deal for Mateus Fernandes, but West Ham still face losing Crysencio Summerville and Jarrod Bowen, with Bowen odds-on to join Aston Villa.
Shreddies maker gets green light for £66m factory expansion
Cereal Partners UK has been granted permission for a £66m expansion of its Staverton plant near Trowbridge, securing 190 jobs and creating 40 new ones, boosting the local economy.
BBC Covers TV Licence for Four Household Groups
The BBC will pay the £180 TV licence fee for four groups of households, including those aged 75+ on Pension Credit, blind individuals, care home residents, and black-and-white TV owners.
SLG Brands sells Colab and Johnny’s Chop Shop to Thriving Brands
Cheltenham-based SLG Brands has sold Colab Dry Shampoo and Johnny’s Chop Shop to US firm Thriving Brands, owner of Right Guard, to focus on beauty creation.
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Taylor Wimpey confirms 7,000-home Taunton garden village
Taylor Wimpey will submit plans for 7,000 homes in a new Taunton garden village under the Somerset Local Plan, with safeguards for the Blackdown Hills.
Topps Tiles Cuts Profit Forecast Amid Heatwave Disruption
Topps Tiles warns on profits after a 1.8% sales drop in Q3, citing heatwave disruptions and weak consumer sentiment. Underlying profits expected above £6.5 million, down from £9.2 million last year.
Aston Villa Lead for Anis Hadj Moussa
Aston Villa and Newcastle United are front-runners for Feyenoord's Anis Hadj Moussa, with Premier League move his priority despite €35m demand.
JLR Shipment First to Use Digital Carnet in UK Customs
JLR's vehicle shipment to Turkey became the first UK customs clearance to use a digital ATA carnet, marking a milestone in trade digitization.
Gleeson to Build 200 Homes at Brymbo Park
MJ Gleeson has been chosen to build 200 new homes on a 16-acre plot at Brymbo Park, the former steelworks site near Wrexham, as part of a major regeneration project.
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West Brom Seek Alternatives After Contract Update on Duo
West Bromwich Albion are pursuing alternative transfer targets following an update on the contract situations of two key players, with the club facing potential departures.
Management buyout at Tyneside air conditioning firm
Acrol Air Condition, a Gateshead-based firm, has been acquired by sales director Daniel Wood in a management buyout backed by £300,000 funding from NPIF II – Mercia Debt Finance, marking its 50th year.
Premier Forest Products reports surging revenues
Premier Forest Products expects revenues to reach £200m next year, driven by acquisitions and organic growth, despite economic pressures.
Wavensmere Homes Appoints Finance Business Partner
Wavensmere Homes has appointed a new finance business partner, strengthening its financial team as the housebuilder continues to expand across the Midlands.
UK Economy Grows 0.6% in Q1, 2025 Growth Revised Down
UK GDP grew 0.6% in Q1 2026, driven by services and stockpiling amid Iran war, but 2025 growth revised to 1.3%. Chancellor Reeves faces removal as Burnham prepares to take over.
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Birmingham Firm to Revitalise Weiqiao Town in £50m Plan
A Birmingham-based textile company has announced a £50 million regeneration project to revitalise the historic Weiqiao Town, creating over 200 jobs and preserving local heritage.
NatWest Appoints Erminia Johannson as Independent Director
NatWest Group plc announces Erminia (Ernie) Johannson as independent non-executive director from 1 July 2026, impacting all 20 million customers across retail, commercial, and private banking.
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.
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.
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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.
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