Drivers who won't pay car tax in 2026 revealed
Discover the specific circumstances where UK motorists can legally avoid paying Vehicle Excise Duty from 2026, including classic cars and disability vehicles. Learn the new rules.
Discover the specific circumstances where UK motorists can legally avoid paying Vehicle Excise Duty from 2026, including classic cars and disability vehicles. Learn the new rules.
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.
UK households can slash energy bills by £200 a year by timing showers to two short pop songs. Get the playlist and see how to cut costs as bills rise in January.
UK households face a £100 rise in energy bills to fund a £28bn national grid infrastructure upgrade. Ofgem says the investment is essential for security and the green transition. Read the full details.
Belfast brewery workers plan eight-day strike, threatening Christmas supplies of Britain's top alcohol-free beer. Diageo denies shortage claims. Read the full story.
The Met Office has issued a yellow ice warning for parts of the Midlands, with sub-zero temperatures risking injuries from slips and falls. Stay informed.
The UK is set for a deep freeze as temperatures plummet below 0°C, with significant snowfall expected across Scotland and Northern England. Discover the latest weather maps and forecasts.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan announces a permanent, three-year Road Victim Support Service following a successful pilot. The initiative provides emotional and practical aid to those affected by traffic collisions.
New government plans could slash EV running costs to 2p per mile for households without driveways by simplifying charging installation rules. Discover how the change affects you.
Labour government slashes red tape for home EV charging points, saving drivers up to £250 and boosting the UK's electric vehicle transition. Find out how this affects you.
Households face a surprise energy bill increase as Ofgem confirms a 0.2% price cap rise for January 2026, despite predictions of a fall. Discover what this means for your budget.
Data reveals a generational split as over-55s refuse to switch to electric vehicles, while younger motorists are twice as likely to adopt EVs. Discover the impact on Labour's green targets.
Octopus Energy secures £100m funding to create over 1,000 homes with no energy bills for 5-10 years through innovative green technology. Discover how this world-first initiative tackles fuel poverty.
The UK's largest biochar facility opens in Wiltshire, set to remove 18,500 tonnes of CO2 annually. A major step for climate tech and green jobs. Read more.
Ofgem's price cap will fall by only £22 annually in January 2026 before a £75 April increase. Network costs, not wholesale prices, drive future hikes.
Two women convicted of stealing £86,504 in benefits fraud. Discover how the DWP's new zero-tolerance approach is naming and shaming scammers.
UK households can save hundreds on soaring energy bills by swapping ovens for air fryers or microwaves. Experts reveal the simple kitchen changes that cut costs.
British Gas CEO Chris O'Shea warns Labour's rapid Net Zero transition could create unaffordable energy prices. Read the full analysis of this critical energy bill warning.
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.
UK households can access free thermal imaging cameras worth £200 to find heat leaks. This simple tool could help you save up to £1,000 on annual energy bills. Discover how to get yours now.
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 pensioners are urged to check for a £3,900 DWP benefit ahead of a 4.8% Triple Lock increase next April. Expert advice on managing winter costs.
A severe icy blast is set to hit the UK with temperatures plummeting to -5C. Purple weather maps indicate widespread snow from November 19. Stay informed on the latest forecasts.
Millions of UK households will receive a £150 Warm Home Discount this winter under new eligibility rules. Find out if you qualify and when to expect payment.
New research reveals UK broadband customers waste £162 annually by not switching providers. Learn how to compare deals and slash your bills today.
Eleven food businesses in the West Midlands, including in Solihull and Sandwell, received a zero-star food hygiene rating in 2025, meaning major improvements are necessary. Check the full list.
As the energy price cap rises to £1,755, discover six expert-approved methods to maximise your heating efficiency and reduce costs this winter. Start saving today!
As the energy price cap rises, discover how a Victorian door curtain trick and radiator tips can save UK households hundreds of pounds this winter.
Thousands of Birmingham residents are facing surprise council tax bills following a major change to council tax support. Discover who's affected and what you need to do.
Exclusive: Labour's proposed changes to Winter Fuel Payments could see millions of pensioners facing colder winters as eligibility tightens. Discover how the new means-tested system will work and which households will be affected.