Residents and local businesses in Brighouse, a town within Calderdale, are worried about a significant increase in parking charges that was recently approved by the local council. This decision will affect the fees for “premium” on-street parking spaces in the town center, where rates are expected to rise by up to 400%. The changes were …
Asda, one of the UK’s largest supermarket chains, has recently updated its office attendance policy for head office employees, joining a growing trend among businesses. Starting from January 2025, Asda's more than 5,000 head office staff will be required to work from the office at least three days a week. This move, communicated through an …
In a distressing accident at Banbury Station in Oxfordshire, a two-month-old baby was injured when their pram rolled off the platform edge and collided with a moving train. This incident, which unfolded within seconds, serves as a critical reminder of the dangers of leaving items unattended, even briefly, on train station platforms. How the Accident …
Telematics company Microlise recently experienced a cyberattack that compromised some of its network systems, affecting employees’ data and disrupting key clients such as DHL and Serco. While the company assured the public that customer data remains secure, the attack has impacted Microlise’s business and led to significant challenges for some of its partners. Here’s a …
The European stock markets closed lower on Wednesday, ending a day of significant movement as investors processed the outcome of the U.S. presidential election. Donald Trump’s win over Democratic candidate Kamala Harris led to a variety of reactions across global financial markets. Trump, with running mate Senator JD Vance, will return to the White House …
In the quiet countryside between Rossendale and Rochdale lies the Scout Moor Windfarm, a site with 26 tall wind turbines that have stood since 2008, providing clean energy to the area. Now, there’s a proposal to expand it and make it the largest onshore windfarm in England. Cubico Sustainable Investments, the company behind this project, …
Residents living near the Scout Moor Windfarm, located between Rossendale and Rochdale in Greater Manchester, are reacting to a new proposal that could make it the largest onshore windfarm in England. Cubico Sustainable Investments has announced plans to extend the existing 26-turbine windfarm by adding 21 more turbines, creating a much larger site. If approved, …
In recent elections, Silicon Valley's tech elites, many of whom are well-known for their conservative views, saw significant victories both at the national level and locally in California. These victories came after they threw their support behind Donald Trump and other conservative causes, as well as political measures aimed at reshaping local government policies. Elon …
In October 2024, the average price of a home in the UK reached an all-time high, according to the country's biggest mortgage lender, Halifax. The data shows that the average house price hit £293,999, surpassing the previous record of £293,507 from June 2022. This increase of 0.2% in October marks the fourth consecutive month of …
The used car market in the UK is undergoing a dramatic shift, with electric vehicles (EVs) seeing a massive surge in sales. Over the last few months, more than 53,400 second-hand electric cars have been sold, marking a remarkable 57% increase in sales compared to the same time last year. This rise in used EV …
For everyone in Wrexham or those planning a visit, there’s exciting news! Lidl is launching its very own version of the iconic holiday truck tour, inspired by the beloved "Coca-Cola Truck." This season, Lidl’s "Freeway" cola truck will bring a dash of holiday cheer to towns across Great Britain, making its way to Wrexham’s Queen’s …
Sainsbury’s, one of the UK’s leading supermarket chains, recently announced a promising increase in its profits, driven largely by the return of people to office work. However, Sainsbury’s also warned that the rising cost of national insurance contributions (NICs) could lead to higher grocery prices for customers. Let’s take a closer look at how these …
The Dow Jones Industrial Average saw a slight lift Thursday morning, along with other major stock indexes, as investors prepared for a big decision from the Federal Reserve. All eyes are on the Fed’s potential move to cut interest rates and on comments expected from Fed Chair Jerome Powell afterward. However, one stock stood out …
UK interest rates were cut recently, but the Bank of England warns that more cuts may not come as quickly as some hoped. The Bank reduced rates from 5% to 4.75%, as expected, but they’ve made it clear that big changes might be slower from here on out. Why Did the Bank Cut Rates? The …
