Community
Midlands Police Launch Zero-Tolerance Nitrous Oxide Crackdown
Police in the Midlands begin a major crackdown on nitrous oxide, with new powers to seize canisters and arrest offenders. Learn about the health risks and legal consequences.
Business
Silent Scam Warning: 20 Million UK Adults at Risk from Subscription Traps
National Trading Standards warns of 'silent scams' draining millions via unwanted subscriptions. Learn how to spot them and protect your bank account.
Culture
Rochdale Town Hall's Organ Spectacular Sells Out for Festive Season
Jonathan Scott's festive organ performance packed Rochdale Town Hall. The event, streamed online, celebrated a historic Binns organ. Plus, local arts previews for 2026.
Politics
DWP Gains Power to Access Bank Accounts and Seize Cash from December
New DWP powers allow direct access to bank accounts to recover benefit overpayments and fraud. The law change aims to save £1.5bn. Find out what it means.
Transport
Sport
Health
UK faces -12C snow storm hitting all of England and Scotland
The UK is set for a severe Arctic freeze with temperatures plummeting to -12C and heavy snow forecast for all of England and Scotland from January 7, 2026. Travel disruption and power cuts are expected. Read the full forecast.
DWP told to bring in new 'biennial review' for benefits
A major report calls for a biennial review of PIP and Work Capability Assessment criteria, as disability benefit spending heads towards £100bn. Read the proposed reforms.
Martin Lewis: Claim £200 Energy Bill Help Now
Money-saving expert Martin Lewis explains how UK households can apply for a £200 grant via the Household Support Fund. Check your local council's criteria and act fast.
Met Office: 12 Inches of Snow to Hit UK
A severe 'snow bomb' is forecast to bring up to 12 inches of snow across parts of the UK, with the Met Office issuing urgent weather warnings. Health officials warn of serious risks to vulnerable people.
UK faces seven days of snow from January 4
The UK is set for a week-long deep freeze with heavy snow and temperatures as low as -14C from January 4-10. Travel disruption and power cuts are likely. Read the full forecast.