Guinness price hike from April as Diageo raises costs
The wholesale price of a pint of Guinness is set to increase by 5.2% from April 1. Diageo, which also makes Smirnoff, blames rising business costs. Read the full details.
The wholesale price of a pint of Guinness is set to increase by 5.2% from April 1. Diageo, which also makes Smirnoff, blames rising business costs. Read the full details.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget confirms a National Minimum Wage rise. Find out the exact date and how much you'll get based on your age.
Aldi is giving thousands of UK staff a pay rise to £13.35 an hour from March 1, exceeding the new National Minimum Wage. Discover the full details of the supermarket's investment.
Aldi announces a £36 million investment, raising pay for thousands of UK staff to market-leading rates from March 1, 2026. Enhanced family benefits and paid breaks continue.
The DWP will increase Universal Credit, ESA, and Carer's Allowance from April 2026. Letters detailing new rates are being sent to all claimants. Find out how much more you'll get.
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Gold and silver prices have surged to unprecedented levels. Experts cite geopolitical risks and a criminal probe into the Fed Chair as key drivers, with $5,000 gold now a near-term possibility.
Greggs has increased the price of its iconic sausage roll, blaming weight-loss injections. Customers slam the 'unfair' move as costs soar over 30% since 2022.
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Katie Price and boyfriend JJ Slater have reportedly ended their two-year relationship. The former glamour model hinted at being single on her podcast. Read the full story.
A shameless thief's black bin bag split under the weight of 19 stolen Greggs items in Coventry. Witnesses branded the culprit a 'muppet' as the shoplifting epidemic continues.
A shopper's TikTok video reveals Cadbury Mini Eggs priced at £6.20 in Tesco, sparking outrage. Discover why cocoa costs are driving chocolate prices up.
Tesco customers are outraged after discovering the Easter treat Cadbury Mini Eggs priced at £6.20. With a Clubcard, it's £5.40, sparking fury online. Read the full story.
Asda pledges to drop prices of everyday essentials below Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons loyalty card rates. Over 2,300 products are now cheaper to help families post-Christmas.
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Seven major household bills are increasing for Brits in 2026, including council tax, energy, and broadband. Discover the full list and how it impacts your finances.
Shoppers are outraged as Waitrose charges £17 for a 1kg bag of Cadbury Mini Eggs. Prices have soared 46% since 2023. See the full story and price comparisons here.
Hyperoptic increases in-contract broadband prices by up to £4 per month from April, abandoning its 'no mid-contract rise' pledge. Discover what it means for 400,000 UK customers.
Birmingham's cityscape is undergoing a major transformation with approval for new residential and mixed-use towers, adding over 1,500 homes. Discover the future of the city's skyline.
UK households who stocked up for Christmas face a post-festive squeeze as food inflation jumped to 3.3% in December. Experts warn of persistent pressure despite supermarket price wars. Read more.
Sky Mobile announces a £1.50 monthly increase for most data plans from February 14, marking its first mid-contract rise in over seven years. Find out who is exempt and how to beat the hike.
Millions of UK pensioners will see a significant income boost from April 2026 as the DWP hikes the Basic State Pension and Pension Credit. Find out how much more you could get.
McDonald's has increased prices for the returning Chicken Big Mac and Big Arch burgers as part of its new 'secret menu' launch. Find out the new costs and what else is available.
Stafford in the West Midlands saw the UK's second highest house price rise, adding over £34,000 to average values. Discover the regional trends and expert advice for buyers.
Birmingham's skyline is set for a dramatic change with two major skyscraper projects approved in 2025. Discover the 41-storey residential tower and the multi-tower 'gateway' development.
Motoring expert Pete Barden reveals across-the-board VED rises hitting petrol and diesel drivers. Find out how much more you'll pay.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's tax changes for 2026 will impact millions. From frozen thresholds to new levies, discover the seven key ways your finances will be affected. Read the full analysis.
Millions of UK households will see income rise in April as DWP increases benefit and State Pension rates. Universal Credit standard allowance to rise by around £295 a year for singles.
Discover Amazon's best deals on zero-alcohol beers and spirits for Dry January 2026, including Guinness 0.0 and Gordon's Gin. Save on multipacks and enjoy your favourite flavours without the hangover.
Katie Price vents about her children leaving prawn cocktail in her car during a festive family trip to visit her ill mother. The star also revealed exciting plans for 2026.