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Today, media organisations nationwide are uniting for a Day of Action, demanding that the UK Government include robust anti-SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation) protections in the upcoming King’s Speech. … Read More

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 infrastructure bridges flyovers tunnels midlands birmingham transport government funding repairs

The government has unveiled a major initiative to support councils across England in repairing aging and deteriorating infrastructure, including bridges, flyovers, and tunnels. The new Structures Fund, opening today … Read More

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 hmrc taxtrap incometax personalallowance fiscaldrag costofliving inflation henrys rathbones financialplanning

HMRC is imposing an effective tax rate of up to 71% on some UK households, sparking concerns among personal finance experts about the growing financial strain on middle-income earners. The so-called £100,000 tax trap is … Read More

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Natasha Cochrane De La Rosa, a 26-year-old woman born in Islington, North London, has found herself stranded in Spain after being denied boarding on a flight back to the UK. Despite successfully clearing check-in, security, … Read More

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 licence alcohol music cotteridge birmingham solbistro licensing consultation premises refreshment

Sol Bistro Ltd, located at 1869 Pershore Road in Cotteridge, Birmingham, has submitted an application for a premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003. The proposed licence would permit the sale of alcohol, the playing of … Read More

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 birmingham mcdonalds airport solihull planning drivethru restaurant council signage development

McDonald’s latest plans for a drive-thru restaurant at Birmingham Airport have successfully passed another important planning milestone. The fast food giant already secured initial approval from Solihull Council for the new … Read More