Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has revealed the club will have some room to maneuver in the January transfer window, despite operating with financial constraints. As the window opens this Thursday, Villa aims to strengthen …
Universal Credit claimants have the opportunity to receive up to £1,200 in bonus payments through HMRC’s Help to Save scheme, as confirmed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in the recent Labour Party Autumn Budget. Originally …
At HMP Birmingham, also known as Winson Green, prisoners will be treated to a festive Christmas Day meal featuring classic dishes like sliced turkey accompanied by cranberry sauce. The culinary team has carefully curated the …
With Christmas just over two weeks away and school holidays imminent, many Brummies are eager to plan their festive escapes. Whether it’s maximizing Bank Holiday breaks or seeking some winter sun, there are savvy ways to …
Morrisons has issued an important reminder to customers holding a More Card to check their accounts and redeem their rewards. Currently, there is nearly £30 million worth of unclaimed ‘More Card Fivers’—vouchers earned …
Birmingham City Council has emerged as a significant beneficiary following the Government’s announcement of increased funding for councils serving the most deprived areas of England. As part of a landmark multi-year financial …
UK homeowners are set to save approximately £300 annually on their mortgage payments following an anticipated interest rate cut in December. This move is nearly certain as lenders have already begun lowering mortgage rates in …
Not all mince pies are created equal—and our recent taste test proved it once and for all. While Mr Kipling has long been considered the king of cakes, this festive battle of supermarket mince pies crowned a different …
The Labour government has committed to easing the financial strain of rising energy costs by mandating a £150 reduction on annual household energy bills across England, Scotland, and Wales, effective from 1 April 2026. This …
Pat McFadden, the Secretary of State for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), has issued a clear warning to the 24 million people currently claiming benefits: no options are off the table when it comes to managing the …
Dudley council leaders are under pressure to apologise after nearly £10,000 was spent on a parish council feasibility study in Cradley that critics have labelled a Liberal Democrat vanity project. The issue was raised during …
Facing tight budgets, Solihull Council is embracing the power of artificial intelligence to generate significant savings and improve efficiency. As one of the early adopters in local government, council staff have already …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is preparing to implement a new policy targeting young benefits claimants under the Labour government’s latest welfare reform. Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveiled a Youth Guarantee …
Starting next April, home workers in England will no longer be able to claim tax relief on additional costs such as heating, electricity, or broadband incurred while working from home. This change comes after Labour Party …
State pensioners relying solely on their state pension will not be required to pay tax, Martin Lewis has revealed following a conversation with Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Ahead of his budget explainer special on ITV this …