HMRC Announces Crucial Increase in Mileage Allowance to 55p per Mile for Cars and Vans Friday, May 22, 2026 hmrc mileage allowance drivers business vehicles reimbursement tax revenue martinlewis HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has introduced a significant update to the mileage allowance for employees and self-employed individuals using their personal vehicles for work purposes. The mileage rate has been increased from … Read More
I Won the European Cup with Aston Villa – Then I Became a Courier Driving Vans Wednesday, May 20, 2026 football astonvilla nigelspink europeancup courier careerchange vandriving goalkeeper business europaleague sport Nigel Spink, the legendary goalkeeper for Aston Villa, made an unexpected career shift after an illustrious football career that spanned nearly two decades. Spink, who guarded Villa’s goals from 1977 to 1996, is best … Read More
Autograph: Birmingham’s Beloved Independent Shop Closes After Nearly 40 Years Amid Concerns for City's Retail Future Sunday, May 17, 2026 birmingham retail independent shopclosure ethelstreet citycentre business commerce localeconomy heritage After nearly 40 years in business, Autograph has closed its doors, marking the end of an era for one of Birmingham city centre’s last independent shops. Located on Ethel Street, Autograph was one of only two remaining … Read More
Sunday Times Rich List 2026 Reveals the West Midlands’ Wealthiest Friday, May 15, 2026 wealth westmidlands sundaytimesrichlist richest fortune business entrepreneurs ukeconomy property entrepreneurship The Sunday Times Rich List 2026 has spotlighted the wealthiest figures in the West Midlands, showcasing a dynamic mix of established industrialists and innovative entrepreneurs. Leading the region is Lord Bamford and his … Read More
Row over Tamworth Enterprise Centre as Councillor Criticizes Branding Proposal as 'Entitled' Thursday, May 14, 2026 tamworth enterprise branding council business enterprisecentre economy localgovernment smallbusiness marketing A heated debate has emerged in Tamworth over proposals to have businesses at the Tamworth Enterprise Centre display council branding. The borough’s enterprise centres, though currently running at a loss, host businesses with … Read More
New Midland Store Admits Major Mistake Days After Opening Thursday, May 14, 2026 midland staystainless jewellery stourbridge festival downloadfestival graspop storehours business retail Stay Stainless, a new jewellery store in Midland, has openly admitted a major misstep just days after its grand opening. The shop, known for its steel rings, chains, bracelets, and more, launched its doors in Stourbridge on … Read More