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Slipknot sells music catalogue for $120 million

Nu metal titans Slipknot have sold a majority stake in their back catalogue to HarbourView Equity Partners in a deal valuing their work at $120 million. Discover the details of this major music industry transaction.

CMA investigates 8 UK retailers over online pricing

The Competition and Markets Authority launches investigations into StubHub, Viagogo, and six other major UK retailers over misleading online pricing and pressure selling tactics. Discover if your consumer rights are being violated.

Tesco Car Wash Warning After Vehicle Damage

A motorist's car was severely damaged in a Tesco car wash, with a £750 repair bill. Tesco refused the complaint, citing a maintenance report. Read the full story.

Cars held ransom in garage payment dispute

Motorists report vehicles held hostage by repair shops over unrelated commercial debts. Learn how to protect yourself from similar situations and what rights you have.

Landlords rush to sell before May 1 rental law change

UK landlords are accelerating property sales before the Renters' Rights Act takes effect on May 1, potentially creating a housing market surge. Experts warn this could reduce rental supply and push up costs for tenants.

New Renters' Rights Laws with £40k Fines

Labour government reveals timeline for Renters' Rights Act, banning no-fault evictions and introducing £40,000 fines. Discover the 7 key changes for UK tenants.

Landmark Renters' Rights Bill Becomes UK Law

The Renters' Rights Bill is now law, banning 'no fault' evictions and limiting rent increases. Discover how these changes create a fairer rental market in Stockport and across the UK.

Blue Badge Access Under Threat for Millions

A major overhaul of the PIP assessment system could strip millions of disabled people of their Blue Badge parking rights, sparking widespread concern among disability advocates.

Thousands of UK workers paid below minimum wage

New research reveals thousands of UK employees are working for less than the legal minimum wage, with Birmingham and West Midlands workers among the worst affected. Discover which sectors are most at risk.

OAP banned from Aldi after security confrontation

A 75-year-old grandfather has been barred from his local Aldi after confronting security staff about their ID checks, igniting discussions about retail security protocols and customer rights across Britain.

Council no-show at mould-infested Birmingham home

A Birmingham resident's desperate plea for help went unanswered as council officials failed to attend a pre-arranged inspection of their dangerously mouldy property, leaving them living in hazardous conditions.

Torchlit March for Chartists Who Died for Vote

A poignant torchlit procession will commemorate the Chartist martyrs of Newport who sacrificed their lives for the right to vote in 1839, as their legacy continues to inspire democratic movements today.

MPs Demand Urgent PIP Assessment Overhaul

A damning parliamentary report exposes the devastating impact of PIP assessments on vulnerable claimants, with MPs calling for immediate reform of the 'adversarial' system.

DWP Bank Account Surveillance Begins

The Department for Work and Pensions has launched sweeping new powers to monitor benefit claimants' bank accounts in real-time. Discover how this affects millions receiving Universal Credit, PIP, and state pension.

DWP Gives Workers New Flexible Working Powers

In a major employment rights overhaul, millions of UK workers can now demand flexible arrangements from day one and challenge employer refusals. Discover how this DWP policy change empowers employees.

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