UK Christmas dinner costs surge 45%, warns report
UK households face a 45% hike in Christmas dinner costs, with roast potatoes up 70%. Discover the key findings and political reactions to the festive food price crisis.
UK households face a 45% hike in Christmas dinner costs, with roast potatoes up 70%. Discover the key findings and political reactions to the festive food price crisis.
A food expert explains the critical defrosting error many families make with their Christmas turkey, risking food poisoning. Learn the three safe methods to ensure a perfect festive feast.
Drivers have two weeks left to use Asda's 3p per litre fuel saving offer. The deal expires on 31 December, ending relief for motorists during the cost of living crisis.
Sainsbury's is giving away free surplus fruit and vegetables on Christmas Eve to support families and cut food waste. Find out how to get involved.
A popular viral chocolate treat has been urgently recalled due to undeclared peanuts. The Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies not to eat the product. Check your cupboards now.
UK pet owners praise Animed's reliable delivery service for specialised pet food, offering up to 10% off subscriptions for dogs, cats, and small animals. Discover the savings.
The first three food vendors for the huge new Alfred Works food hall in Digbeth have been confirmed. All are making their Birmingham debut, bringing Birria Ramen, Palestinian and East African flavours to the city in 2026.
New analysis reveals the cost of festive treats at Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market could skyrocket by 2030. See the projected prices for mulled wine, bratwurst, and more.
Staff and residents at Iris Court Care Home in Stevenage launch their second annual Christmas food bank and toy drive for The Food Shed, supporting local families in need during the festive season.
Morrisons cuts festive veg to just 5p each for More Card holders, offering relief from soaring Christmas food prices. Find out how to bag the bargain until 26 December.
UK households face a smaller, pricier Terry's Chocolate Orange this festive season. Experts warn of a 'dramatic shift' in affordable treats. Check your shopping.
Shoppers are reeling as festive chocolate prices surge up to 71%, with turkey costs also climbing. Discover which supermarkets have the highest inflation and how to save.
Aldi is letting customers book its £3.30 Too Good To Go 'Surprise Bags' up to five days early this Christmas to cut food waste. Find out the key dates and how to save.
UK inflation fell to 3.2% in November, the lowest since March, driven by falling food and tobacco prices. Chancellor Rachel Reeves welcomes the news as a relief for households.
UK inflation fell more than expected to 3.2% in November, driven by lower food prices. Discover what this means for your cost of living and future interest rates.
UK motorists warned of rising petrol and diesel costs ahead of Christmas. Get expert tips on how to save fuel and money during the festive season.
Travelling this Christmas? Use a simple penny trick to check if your freezer lost power while you were away, preventing dangerous food spoilage. Learn the easy hack for peace of mind.
A B&M store in Birmingham has been given the lowest possible hygiene score of zero, placing it among the worst in the country. Read the full report and company response.
A British YouTuber survived on just Wetherspoons meals for 72 hours, spending a total of £44.38. Discover his surprising favourite dish and daily breakdown.
Walsall's popular rooftop street food venue remains closed after a planning row. The council withdrew a stop notice, but a final decision on its future is pending. Read the latest.
Calbee Group UK recalls Hot & Spicy and Pizza Chips due to undeclared mustard and celery. Check your packets now and return for a full refund if affected.
Walsall Council has withdrawn a stop notice against the Rooftop Food Court after compliance. The venue, which opened without permission, hopes to reopen soon. Read the latest.
Aldi urges UK shoppers to donate key items like tinned food and toiletries at in-store collection points this winter, as food bank demand is set to surge by 30%.
Lindi Holmes, a Cambridge volunteer, wins FoodCycle's Regional Volunteer of the Year Award for helping turn over 20 tonnes of surplus food into thousands of free community meals. Discover how you can get involved.
RAC data reveals a sharp rise in UK fuel prices, pushing the cost of filling a family petrol car to over £75. Diesel prices also climb to an August 2024 high. Discover the full impact.
Food banks across the West Midlands brace for a severe winter surge in demand, with over 61,000 parcels distributed last year. Donations struggle to keep pace as vulnerable groups face rising costs.
Food banks across the West Midlands are preparing for a severe winter surge in demand, with a 27% rise in parcels since pre-pandemic levels. The Trussell Trust warns they are at breaking point and urgently need public donations.
UK diesel drivers are being urged to fill up as potential US military action in Venezuela threatens to disrupt crucial oil supplies, sending pump prices soaring. Experts warn of an immediate impact.
Shoppers at Sainsbury's and Morrisons are stunned as Maltesers prices skyrocket, making the chocolate more expensive per kilogram than premium steak. Discover the impact of rising cocoa costs.
Waitrose shoppers have until the end of Tuesday to save a third on selected festive food and drink, including panettone and stollen. Act now before the deal expires.