Birmingham school locks toilets, sparks parent fury
Shenley Academy in Birmingham will lock student toilets during lessons from January 12, requiring a pass. Parents call the rule 'disgusting' and a breach of human rights. Read the full story.
Shenley Academy in Birmingham will lock student toilets during lessons from January 12, requiring a pass. Parents call the rule 'disgusting' and a breach of human rights. Read the full story.
Major change to free bus pass eligibility in England from April 2026 as state pension age rises. Find out how the new rules affect you and what concessions are available.
A review could scrap or restrict the free transport Freedom Pass for Londoners over 66. Critics call it unfair and a 'ticking time bomb' for council budgets. Read the latest.
A major review threatens free travel for over 1.2 million over-60s and pensioners as costs soar. Find out what changes could be coming.
MPs debate extending free bus travel to all over-60s in England today. A 100,000-signature petition demands change. Will England align with Scotland, Wales & NI?
A major petition calls for free all-day bus passes for over-60s in England, mirroring schemes in Scotland and Wales. The government responds citing costs and local authority powers.
Ocado faces backlash after hiking last-minute Christmas delivery fees to £10. Shoppers vent on social media as festive costs surge. Read the full story.
Santander urges customers to withdraw £100 to open a new account and claim a free 12-month Kids Pass worth £40. Act before the January 26 deadline to save on family days out.
Employment tribunal dismisses engineer's claims over transgender toilet policy. Maria Kelly plans to appeal, arguing the ruling misunderstands the law. Full story here.
Fed up with stubborn toilet limescale? We put three popular cleaning methods to the test, from cola to vinegar, to find the most effective solution for hard water stains. Discover the surprising results.
New research reveals Dudley has one of Britain's worst driving theory test pass rates at just 38.2%. Discover which areas struggle most and Scotland's surprising success.
People in England must wait an extra year for their free bus pass as the qualifying age rises to 67. Discover the impact and the 100,000-strong petition demanding change.
The government confirms councils have funding to let free bus pass holders travel before 9:30am. Find out how this could help pensioners and disabled people with early appointments and work.
The Theatre of Small Convenience, the world's smallest theatre housed in a former Victorian toilet in Malvern, has triumphantly reopened with a 12-seat capacity after a community-led restoration.
The Theatre of Small Convenience in Malvern, the world's smallest theatre, has triumphantly reopened after a devastating fire. Discover how this 12-seat venue was saved.
Martin Lewis warns Ryanair passengers must now use digital boarding passes. The change started on 12 November. Find out how to avoid new fees.
Discover the global launch schedule for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, including platforms, new features, and how to play via Xbox Game Pass. Get ready to drop in!
Millions could claim a free bus pass under Labour government schemes. Check if you're eligible based on age or disability criteria. Contact your local council today.
Octopus Energy warns customers to act before November 21 to claim an £8 National Trust family pass, saving over £42. Discover how to get this limited-time loyalty perk.
Ryanair passengers must now use digital boarding passes via the app. Printed passes are no longer accepted. Learn how to check-in and avoid extra fees.
Discover three ingenious ways to reuse toilet roll tubes in your garden, from seed starters to compost and weed control. Start your eco-friendly gardening today!
Major changes to England's concessionary bus pass scheme could see millions of older and disabled residents paying more for travel as local authorities consider new restrictions.
Exclusive data reveals shocking disparities in driving test success rates across West Midlands test centres, with some locations seeing fewer than one in three learners pass their practical exam.