Winter hosepipe bans continue in three UK regions
Three UK regions face ongoing hosepipe bans with £1,000 fines. Despite Storm Claudia, drought conditions persist after England's driest spring in 132 years. Experts warn of severe 2026 shortages.
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£440 Bonus Confirmed for Pre-1951 State Pensioners
Millions of UK pensioners on the basic state pension will see a £440 income boost from April 2026, thanks to the triple lock. Discover how this affects you.
Rossendale Ramblers: Autumn walks in Yorkshire
Rossendale Ramblers have been treated to exceptional autumn colours on recent walks around Ogden Water and Clowbridge. Join their upcoming pub walk on November 15th or explore Yorkshire Peaks routes.
Tesco's £12 Quality Street tins slammed before Christmas
Tesco faces backlash over 'disgusting' £12 price for Quality Street tins ahead of Christmas. Shoppers in Newton Abbot express outrage. Discover the full story and public reaction.
Midlands faces drought threat without wet winter
The Environment Agency warns the Midlands could face widespread drought in 2026 without sustained winter rainfall. Learn how to conserve water and protect supplies.
Vodafone & Three Announce Higher 2026 Price Rises
Vodafone and Three confirm steeper mid-contract price rises for new customers from April 2026. Discover the new rates and how to find fixed-price deals.
Octopus Energy's Zero Bills scheme expands to France
Octopus Energy expands its Zero Bills initiative to France, offering households no energy costs for five years. Discover how this green tech innovation works and its global potential.
Morrisons adds paid pure water stations in UK stores
Morrisons partners with SpotlessWater to install 24/7 ultra-pure water stations across UK stores. Find locations, costs, and how this new service benefits tradespeople and shoppers.
State pension to rise by £575, confirms Rachel Reeves
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will confirm a £575 annual increase for the state pension in the November Budget. The triple lock policy means millions will see payments rise to £12,548. Discover how this affects you.
HS2 move forces school to cut pupil capacity by third
Water Orton Primary School, relocated for HS2, plans to reduce admissions as families leave the area. Public consultation begins on cutting yearly intake from 45 to 30 pupils.
10 DWP benefits set for April 2026 increase
Universal Credit, PIP and other key DWP benefits are set for a significant rise in April 2026 following the latest inflation figures. Find out how much more you could receive.
Octopus Energy offers 5 years of zero energy bills
Octopus Energy launches 'Zero Bills' retrofit initiative, eliminating energy costs for UK households for five years. Discover how to cut your bills and carbon footprint.
State Pension £575 boost date confirmed for 2026
Millions of UK retirees will see state pension payments rise by £575 annually from April 6, 2026. Discover how the triple lock mechanism delivers this 4.8% increase.
DWP Benefits Get 3.8% Increase Next April
Key DWP benefits including PIP and Carer's Allowance are set for a 3.8% increase next April, following the Labour government's November budget. Find out the new payment rates.
Pre-1953 pensioners get £184 weekly under Triple Lock
Thousands of state pensioners born before 1953 will see weekly payments rise to £184.90 in 2026 under DWP Triple Lock. Find out how this affects your pension.
Morrisons adds pure water stations to UK stores
Morrisons partners with SpotlessWater to install 24/7 self-service pure water stations. The initiative supports local professionals and enhances sustainability. Find your nearest location.
Martin Lewis: Give O2 'Bloody Nose' Over Price Rise
Money expert Martin Lewis urges O2 customers to cancel contracts after mid-contract price increases. Learn how to switch providers and save money today.
Wessex Water faces £11m penalty over sewage spills
Ofwat proposes Wessex Water pays £11m for wastewater network failures. The cost cannot be passed to customers despite recent bill increases. Discover the full story.
New State Pension to rise to £241.30 a week
DWP confirms a 4.8% state pension increase for 2025. Full new state pensioners could get £12,548 yearly. Discover the tax implications and policy future.
Welsh Retail Footfall Surges 7.1% in March
New data reveals Welsh retail is outperforming other UK nations with significant footfall increases in March 2024, offering hope for high streets and shopping centres.
Council tax shock hits thousands with £500+ rises
Millions of UK households are confronting dramatic council tax increases as new rates take effect, with some areas seeing rises of over £500 annually amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.
State pensioners face tax demands after payment rise
Exclusive: Nearly 9 million state pensioners could be pushed into tax territory following April's 8.5% increase, with HMRC poised to collect billions.
Water firms blocked from paying bonuses over failures
Six major water companies in England have been prohibited from paying executive bonuses following serious environmental breaches and sewage discharge scandals.
Kitwave Profits Surge 15.5% Despite Market Headwinds
Wholesale distributor Kitwave reports remarkable 20.2% revenue growth and 15.5% profit increase, showcasing resilience through strategic acquisitions and operational excellence in challenging market conditions.
Welsh Water Performance Lagging Behind Competitors
Exclusive investigation reveals Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water is lagging significantly behind competitors in key service areas, raising concerns about value for money and environmental performance.
State Pension: £456 Annual Rise Coming in 2025
Millions of state pensioners across the UK are set for a significant income increase next year as the triple lock mechanism promises another substantial rise. Discover how this will affect your payments.
Energy Bills Hike: Major Suppliers Raise Prices
Millions of UK households face financial strain as British Gas, EDF, E.ON and Octopus Energy confirm energy price increases starting this autumn. Discover how this will impact your bills and what support is available.
Council Tax Law Change: What Wednesday Means For You
Major legislative shift means council tax bills are set to rise for millions across England and Wales this week. Discover how the new rules affect your household budget and what exemptions apply.
Protesters halt Birmingham Council tax hike vote
Chaos erupted at Birmingham Council House as protesters stormed the chamber, forcing councillors to flee and halting a controversial 21% tax increase vote in dramatic scenes.
iPhone 17 Drops Cheapest Model in Apple Strategy Shift
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 will abandon its most affordable model, marking a significant pricing strategy change that could reshape the smartphone market.
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