Coke Scraps Costa Sale as Bids Miss £2bn Target
Coca-Cola halts the sale of Costa Coffee after private equity bids, including from Asda's owner, fell below its £2bn target. Explore the strategic shift and the chain's challenges.
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Mum fined for 18-hour parking after 10-minute shop
A Nottingham mother was left 'dumbfounded' after receiving a £100 parking fine for an alleged 18-hour stay during a brief shopping trip. She is fighting the charge, with campaigners warning of a widespread issue.
Jailed conman's shocking dating fraud case revealed
A private investigator exposed a fraudster who pretended to be a successful businessman while serving a prison sentence. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated dating scam.
Private Equity Firm LDC Exits Bristol's Hybrid to EAB
UK private equity firm LDC has sold its stake in Bristol-based education marketing agency Hybrid to US firm EAB, following a period of major international expansion and revenue growth. Discover the full story.
Private MRI scans offer fast results amid NHS waiting lists
Facing months-long NHS waits, UK patients turn to private scans for results in days. Services like Scan.com offer MRI scans from £300, with appointments available in days. Explore the affordable private healthcare alternative.
Extra DWP Support for Private Renting Pensioners
State pensioners in private rentals may get additional DWP support if the triple lock is reformed. Experts warn the current system is unsustainable. Read the full analysis.
Dudley axes taxi licences over driving bans and offences
Dudley Council's taxi committee has stripped licences from private hire drivers for serious offences including driving bans and failing to declare convictions. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Fraudster steals £200K inheritance, flees UK
A woman lost her entire £200,000 inheritance after her boyfriend emptied their joint account and fled to the Middle East. Private investigator Dan Anderson reveals the devastating case.
£5,000 fine for driveway parking rule breach
Motorists are warned that parking or turning on a stranger's driveway is trespassing and could lead to a £5,000 fine, community orders, or prosecution.
Birmingham PI warns of 'alarmingly common' romance scams
A Birmingham private investigator reveals the shocking scale of romance fraud and catfishing, urging victims to trust their instincts. Learn how to spot the signs and protect yourself.
New VAT rules for taxis begin, sparking fairness row
New car tax changes take effect from January 2, 2026, applying VAT to most private hire journeys. Industry leaders clash over the decision's impact on fairness and competition. Read the full details.
Housing Benefit Frozen While Other DWP Payments Rise
Local Housing Allowance rates are frozen until 2026, creating an average £2,214 annual shortfall for renters. Discover the impact of this DWP policy.
15.9m Parking Tickets Prompt Urgent Rule Change
Private parking firms issued a record 15.9 million tickets last year, a 17% surge. Drivers face a potential £1.4bn bill, prompting urgent calls for a new Code of Practice.
People Turn to Private Scans Amid NHS Waiting Times
Lengthy NHS delays are pushing more Brits towards private diagnostic scans from providers like Scan.com, with prices starting at £300. Discover how people are taking control of their health.
Uber fares to rise 20% from January 2026
A VAT rule change means Uber and private hire trips in England will cost 15-20% more from 2 Jan 2026. Find out why and who it hits hardest.
New Year Health Scans Explained, Starting at £95
Private health scans from Scan.com offer a proactive approach to wellness in 2026. With prices from £95, get fast results for injuries, screenings, or full-body MRI checks. Take control of your health now.
Heathrow taxi drivers fined £650+ in parking crackdown
Hillingdon Council fines thousands of taxi drivers for illegal parking near Heathrow. MP warns of 'rogue driver' anti-social behaviour. Read the full enforcement details.
Stockbroker First Equity opens Liverpool base
London stockbroker First Equity launches a Liverpool office, marking its first move into the North West. Neil Blankstone will lead the expansion, citing the city's resilience.
Supermarket car park warning after £260 parent-child space fine
Shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons risk fines for misusing parent and child parking bays. A study reveals 25% misuse, with one mother fined £260. Know the rules to avoid penalties.
Harley Street Health Centre Celebrates 27 Years of Service
London's Harley Street Health Centre celebrates 27 years of trusted private GP care, built on transparent pricing, rapid results, and patient-first service. Discover the clinic's legacy.
Record 3.6 Million UK Parking Tickets Issued
UK drivers hit with record parking fines: 3.6 million tickets issued in a year, a 17% surge. RAC warns system is 'awry' and calls for urgent reform. Find out how to challenge a ticket.
Reeves' frozen tax bands to hit pensioners with private pots
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism as frozen tax thresholds will push state pensioners with small private savings into paying income tax from 2027. Experts warn of financial strain.
Taxi VAT change to impact millions of UK journeys
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces VAT changes for private hire vehicles from January 2026, levelling the playing field but potentially raising fares. Find out how this affects you.
Seven Dead in Mexico Private Jet Crash
A small private jet crashed in central Mexico, killing seven. The aircraft struck a building while attempting an emergency landing near Toluca airport. Read the latest details.
Rapid rise of renters in their 60s in the UK
The UK faces a rapid increase in older private renters, with numbers set to treble by 2040, raising serious concerns over retirement finances and housing suitability. Discover the full story.
Patients turn to private scans amid NHS waiting times
Faced with long NHS waits, thousands are paying for private MRI, CT and X-ray scans via services like Scan.com for faster results and peace of mind. Discover the costs and patient experiences.
Devon's Top 150 Private Companies for 2025 Announced
Norton Group Holdings, parent of The Range, leads Devon's 150 largest private firms. The list reveals £7.7bn turnover and 48,000 jobs. Discover the county's economic powerhouses.
£31m MBO for North East's Noted Aromas
Investment groups NVM and eComplete back a £31m management buyout of Durham-based scent company Noted Aromas, marking a major step for the direct-to-consumer brand's international expansion plans.
Uber prices to rise 20% after Autumn Budget change
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget excludes private hire from a VAT scheme, adding 20% to fares from January 2026. Experts warn of a 'taxi tax' hitting young and rural users hardest.
BoE Cuts Bank Capital Rules as Global Financial Risks Rise
The Bank of England warns of heightened threats to financial stability from AI bubbles and private credit, even as it reduces capital requirements for UK lenders to 13%. Read the full analysis.
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