Purely Diamonds Enters Administration After 40 Years
Stephen Tyler Ltd, trading as Purely Diamonds, has collapsed into administration after 40 years. Administrators seek to rescue or restructure the business.
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Rachel Reeves Confirms £1,410 Car Tax for Standard Cars
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed new Vehicle Excise Duty bands for 2026-27, meaning drivers of standard cars emitting 151-170g/km CO2 will pay £1,410 in first-year tax.
Nationwide Cuts Mortgage Rates for Landlords
Nationwide Building Society is reducing mortgage rates for existing and new buy-to-let customers from April 29, with cuts up to 0.20 percentage points.
Reeves Confirms £2,270 VED Charge for Cars After April 2017
Rachel Reeves confirms £2,270 Vehicle Excise Duty for cars registered after April 2017 in the 10th of 13 tax bands, with top rates up to £5,690.
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Mum's McDonald's Hack Gets You a Meal for £2.99
A mum shares a simple McDonald's receipt hack that lets you grab a Big Mac and fries for only £2.99 after completing a quick survey.
Blues Season Ticket Prices Rise as Renewal Window Opens
Birmingham City have confirmed season ticket price increases ahead of the renewal window opening on April 29. Fans face £30 rises in popular sections.
Virgin Money Cuts Mortgage Rates by Up to 0.45%
Virgin Money reduces fixed mortgage rates by up to 0.45%, sparking market confidence. Experts urge borrowers to act quickly amid ongoing uncertainty.
Martin Lewis: Online Shopping Has 'Superpower' Over Stores
Martin Lewis explains the legal advantage of online shopping: a 14-day right to return items for any reason, plus 14 days to send them back, giving shoppers up to 28 days for a full refund.
Fleetwood Radar Station to Become Unique Home After Revamp
Specialist contractors are being brought in to help turn Fleetwood's Grade II listed former radar station into a unique house with sea views, after initial plans were refused due to sewage concerns.
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Luxury King Size Bed Under £480: ShopHomeStyle Opulent Frame
Discover the ShopHomeStyle Opulent king size bed frame in grey fabric for under £480. A luxurious, affordable bed with tufted headboard and metal stud accents.
Car Finance Payouts Delayed by Legal Challenge
Millions awaiting £800 car finance scandal payouts face delays as Consumer Voice launches legal challenge to alter compensation calculations, warning of underpayment.
Argos Washing Line Slashed to 85p with TopCashback Deal
Argos Home 30m washing line reduced from £16 to just 85p for new TopCashback users. Existing users can get it for 87p. Free click and collect available.
Drivers to Get £829 Each in Car Finance Compensation
Millions of UK drivers could receive £829 each after major lenders accept the FCA's car finance redress scheme, compensating for hidden commissions from 2007-2024.
Santander Agrees £829 Payouts for 12M Car Finance Deals
Santander has agreed to a redress scheme paying around £829 each to motorists affected by 12.1 million mis-sold car finance deals, with total compensation expected to reach £7.5 billion.
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Rachel Reeves Confirms £3,420 Car Tax for Post-2017 Cars
Rachel Reeves announces new tax bands for cars registered after April 2017, with charges up to £5,690. Drivers face additional costs for high-emission vehicles.
Cheshire housing plan recommended for approval despite harm fears
Cheshire East planners recommend approval for 85 homes on open countryside in Nantwich, acknowledging landscape harm but citing lack of five-year housing land supply.
John Bright Street: Victorian Ghosts and Brighter Dreams
Writer Kirsty Bosley explores John Bright Street's historic buildings, graffiti, and a proposed hotel, dreaming of a revived future for this Birmingham street.
Aston Villa Eye Bournemouth's Ryan Christie
Aston Villa are reportedly monitoring Bournemouth midfielder Ryan Christie as he enters the final year of his contract, with Unai Emery keen to reunite him with Scotland teammate John McGinn.
Dunelm Sideboard Slashed to £114.50 in Clearance Sale
Dunelm's Wesley Small Sideboard is now half price at £114.50 in clearance. Shoppers praise its chic design, but some note quality issues.
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Vauxhall Grandland Review: Practical Family SUV
The Vauxhall Grandland offers space, comfort, and value for no-fuss family motoring. With a 550-litre boot and efficient electric option, it's a solid choice.
Airside Plot for Sale at £50k in Sheldon Auction
A Birmingham City Council plot near Birmingham Airport runway goes to auction with £50k guide price. Could be used for residential, educational or community purposes.
Jonathan Wild: The Shelbys' 18th-Century Predecessor
Discover Jonathan Wild, the Wolverhampton-born gangster who founded British organised crime 200 years before the Peaky Blinders, using corruption and murder to rule the underworld.
HMRC New System for Pension Tax Relief Claims
HMRC has introduced a new system for claiming tax relief on private pension contributions. Learn eligibility, required documents, and how to apply.
Second Bid to Convert Former Walsall Pub Into Homes
A second application to convert the former Royal Oak pub in Walsall into seven apartments and two houses has been submitted, after a similar 2024 proposal was refused.
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Council Selling Five Land Sites at Auction
Birmingham City Council is auctioning five parcels of land in Kings Heath, Sheldon, Alum Rock, Handsworth, and Sutton Coldfield on May 14, 2026.
Birmingham Fly-Tipper Fined £1,560 for Rubbish Dumping
Nelu Marius Putulan was fined £1,560 for dumping three bags of waste on a Birmingham street during a bin strike, initially blaming another person.
Valleys to Coast Plans 500 New Homes in Cardiff
Valleys to Coast Group launches Sylfaen, plans 500 homes in Cardiff. First phase of 200 homes near M4, with £50-60m investment, generating £20m income.
Ministers Refuse to Confirm Secret Fuel Price Briefings
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero will neither confirm nor deny secret briefings on fuel prices, sparking panic buying fears and comparisons to national security matters.
West Midlands man guilty in £650k fraud case
Umar Farook, 37, from Solihull, was found guilty of money laundering in a large-scale fraud that caused £650,000 losses to a business. Two others pleaded guilty earlier.
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HMRC Steps Up Property Valuation Crackdown on Households
HMRC has increased referrals to the Valuation Office Agency by 23.5% to crack down on inheritance tax evasion, focusing on property valuation discrepancies.
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