Brum couple's dream wedding costs just £1,800
A newlywed couple from Birmingham hosted a wedding for over 50 guests on a budget of £1,800 by doing everything themselves, including hair, makeup, and decorations.
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Aston Villa Target Jarrod Bowen Stays at West Ham
Aston Villa target Jarrod Bowen has pledged his future to West Ham United despite relegation, agreeing to a contract adjustment to help the club's immediate return to the Premier League.
Birmingham Salon Christodoulou's Faces Eviction After 43 Years
Christodoulou's, a family-run hair salon in Birmingham's North Western Arcade since 1982, faces eviction after owner Legal and General reportedly told them to leave without relocation support.
New Car Tax Rates Confirmed for Post-2001 Vehicles
The government has confirmed new Vehicle Excise Duty rates for cars registered after 2001, with increases of £5 to £30 from April 2026, and an expensive car supplement threshold change for zero-emission vehicles.
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Wagner Exit Creates Major Birmingham City Left-Back Problem
Kai Wagner is set to leave Birmingham City after six months to rejoin Philadelphia Union, leaving manager Chris Davies with a significant tactical problem at left-back.
Barratt Redrow Urges Tax Cuts and Red Tape Slash for Housebuilding
Barratt Redrow calls on PM-to-be Andy Burnham to cut taxes and red tape, warning current constraints limit housing delivery and affordable home construction across the UK.
Tielemans Exit Forces Aston Villa Squad Rebuild
Youri Tielemans' £35m move to Manchester United leaves Aston Villa needing a major rebuild, with multiple positions to fill despite Johan Manzambi's arrival.
Midlands Streets Where Cars Outnumber Children
ONS data reveals Midlands areas with highest three-car ownership, including Shenstone, Handsworth Wood, and Barnt Green, while city centres have most car-free households.
BoE: 750,000 Households Face £170 Monthly Mortgage Hike
The Bank of England warns 750,000 households will see a £170 monthly increase in mortgage payments, with over five million homeowners facing higher costs by 2028.
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Popular Baby Names in Birmingham Area Revealed
New data reveals the most popular baby names across Birmingham, Staffordshire, and the Black Country, with Amelia and Muhammad topping the lists in many areas.
Diesel Drivers Get Record Price Drop Despite £91 Charge
Diesel prices fell a record 16.6p per litre in June, saving drivers £9 per tank, but remain far above pre-conflict levels. RAC analysis reveals oil price drop and Fuel Finder scheme contributed.
Emerson Royal Flattered by Aston Villa Interest
Aston Villa target Emerson Royal admits he is flattered by the club's efforts to sign him, but insists his focus remains on Flamengo for now.
New £240 Pay-Per-Mile Tax for EV Drivers Confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles, charging 3p per mile, equating to £240 for average annual mileage of 8,000 miles, effective April 2028.
Reeves £325 Rule for Pre-2017 Cars: Tax Hike
Owners of cars made before 2017 face up to £790 in vehicle tax under Rachel Reeves' 2026/27 rates, with a £325 band for 166-175g/km emissions.
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Villa Demand €10M for Martinez Amid Juventus Interest
Aston Villa reportedly set €10 million minimum for Emi Martinez. Juventus keen, personal terms agreed on three-year deal worth €5M per season plus bonuses, but club-to-club deal not finalised.
Davies sets strict transfer criteria for Blues summer
Birmingham City boss Chris Davies demands 'speed, strength, size and power' in summer signings after adding Jhon Solis and Dael Fry to the squad.
Monty Don's Leominster Life: Homes Avg £237k, 90 Mins from B'ham
Monty Don lives in Leominster, Herefordshire, 90 minutes from Birmingham, where average house prices are £237,089. His garden Longmeadow is the BBC Gardeners' World backdrop.
Easy Strawberry Meringue Cheesecake Recipe for Summer BBQs
This no-bake strawberry meringue cheesecake is the perfect dessert for summer gatherings. Made with simple ingredients and minimal effort, it combines classic flavours for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Strangeways Apartments Set for Approval Despite Opposition
Plans for 251 'high-quality' private apartments near Strangeways prison in Manchester are recommended for approval, despite 15 objections citing congestion, blocked views, and devaluation of existing flats.
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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%.
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.
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.
Hirix Air Cooler Humidifier Deal on Wowcher
Save 55% on the Hirix portable air cooler and humidifier on Wowcher, now £34.99. Ideal for hot weather with multiple modes and timer.
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Reeves Cuts HGV Tax to £1 Before Exit
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed a £1 Vehicle Excise Duty for 680,000 HGV drivers from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, saving up to £912 per vehicle.
Arsonist in Freddy Krueger top jailed for 25 years
Andrew Gorrell, 55, wore a Nightmare on Elm Street top while setting fire to a Wednesbury home, killing pensioner John Edwards, 82. He was jailed for life with a minimum of 25 years.
EasyJet Shares Surge on Castlelake's £5.5bn Bid
EasyJet agrees in principle to a £5.5bn takeover by US firm Castlelake, sending shares up over 10%. The board would recommend the £6.90-per-share offer.
Burnham Plans £2,500 Mansion Tax on 150,000 Homes
Andy Burnham plans to lower the mansion tax threshold to £1.5m, hitting 150,000 additional families with a £2,500 charge, sparking criticism from the Tories and industry experts.
Leamington Spa Tops Birmingham Commuter Town List
Leamington Spa is the top Birmingham commuter town, with homes generating 55% more enquiries than Birmingham itself, according to Rightmove.
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Poundland Mansion Still for Sale After Two Years
A grand mansion in Claverley, once home to Poundland's founder, remains unsold after two years on the market, with a £1.5 million price tag.
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