West Midlands Aims to Create 50,000 Advanced Manufacturing Jobs by 2035 Tuesday, May 26, 2026 westmidlands manufacturing jobs advancedmanufacturing projectmade innovation skills economy technology growth The West Midlands is poised for significant growth in advanced manufacturing, with Project MADE (Midlands Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem) releasing a comprehensive plan to transform the sector. This ambitious strategy … Read More
Delay to HS2 Sparks Frustration in Midlands as Tamworth MP Calls Costs 'Staggering' Monday, May 25, 2026 hs2 midlands tamworth delay infrastructure rail costs communities economy transport The latest announcement on the HS2 high-speed rail project has caused frustration across the Midlands, with Tamworth MP Sarah Edwards describing the developments as “deeply unwelcome news.” Transport Secretary … Read More
Study Finds England’s Six Poorest Areas All Located in Birmingham Saturday, May 23, 2026 poverty birmingham income disposableincome economy urban disparities incomeinequality england study A recent study investigating average disposable income across England has identified the six poorest areas, all of which are located in Birmingham. This finding highlights significant economic challenges within certain parts …
Rachel Reeves Confirms Cancellation of 5p Fuel Duty Rise Friday, May 22, 2026 fuel tax motorists costofliving government rachelreeves fuelprices economy transport policy Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed that the planned 5p fuel duty increase will be cancelled, keeping fuel duty frozen for the remainder of the year. This decision comes after growing pressure on the Government to protect … Read More
Voluntary Price Cap Proposal on Food Staples by UK Supermarkets Cancelled Thursday, May 21, 2026 supermarkets pricecaps inflation foodstaples ukgovernment retail economy costofliving labourparty bankofengland A proposed government initiative suggesting voluntary price caps on staple food items such as bread, milk, and eggs in leading UK supermarkets—including Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Tesco, Aldi, and Lidl—has been … Read More
Rachel Reeves Announces New £1 Tax Charge Relief for Thousands of Drivers Thursday, May 21, 2026 fuel tax haulage drivers costofliving duty relief economy hauliers chancellor Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled key measures aimed at easing financial pressures for drivers and businesses amid rising fuel costs. Speaking in the Commons, Starmer confirmed the extension of a temporary 5p … Read More