New £21 Cap on Pet Prescriptions Introduced for Dog and Cat Owners in England Thursday, July 9, 2026 veterinary prescriptions petcare regulation reform england costs transparency competition market Dog and cat owners in England are set to benefit from a new £21 cap on prescription fees as part of an extensive overhaul of the veterinary sector. This change aims to make pet healthcare more affordable and transparent. The … Read More
Midland City Approves Taxi Fare Increase Amid Industry Concerns Sunday, June 21, 2026 worcester taxis fares taxiindustry fareincrease hackneycarriages privatehire competition council cabrates Taxi fares in Worcester are set to rise following approval from Worcester City Council to increase the maximum charges for Hackney carriage journeys. The decision comes despite ongoing worries that the price hike could hurt … Read More
Tesco Urges Government to Avoid Intervening in Supermarket Pricing Friday, June 19, 2026 tesco supermarket pricing government regulation competition costofliving labour pricecap economy Tesco’s chief executive, Ken Murphy, has cautioned the Labour government against implementing new regulations on supermarket pricing. Speaking amid talks of a possible price cap on everyday essentials like bread, milk, and … Read More
Inside the Unassuming Birmingham Garden Shed That Could Be Britain’s Best Sunday, June 14, 2026 birmingham militaria wwii shed recovery museum cancer history competition memorabilia A humble garden shed in Birmingham has become a beacon of hope and history, all thanks to 67-year-old Robert Sharpe. After being diagnosed with maxillofacial cancer in 2023, Robert found solace in transforming his shed into a … Read More
This Week in Birmingham Food and Drink: Closures, Top Picks, and Exciting Ideas Friday, June 12, 2026 birmingham food drink restaurants michelin pubs worldcup closures competition recommendations Hello Food Club friends! It’s Kirsty Bosley here, your go-to guide for all things delicious in Birmingham — and yes, I’m kicking off with a little World Cup enthusiasm. As football fever grips the city, I’m keeping an eye on … Read More
Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s drivers could save £468 annually on fuel Thursday, June 4, 2026 fuel petrol supermarkets cma savings prices drivers wholesale competition motorway Drivers who fill up their cars at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, and Asda could save as much as £468 a year by filling up once a week at these supermarkets, according to the latest analysis from the Competition and Markets … Read More