Miller & Carter Christmas lunch cancelled for 300 guests
Hundreds of families had Christmas Day ruined after a kitchen extractor fan failure forced Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath to close. Read the full story of the last-minute cancellations.
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Starmer's festive thanks to NHS, military and volunteers
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer uses his Christmas message to thank NHS staff, emergency services and volunteers working over the festive period, as new figures reveal 1.2 million will be on duty.
Virgin Media O2 opens new Manchester city centre office
Virgin Media O2 has moved 1,100 staff to a new 'marquee' Manchester HQ. The telecoms giant says the city centre location boosts recruitment and hybrid working is here to stay. Read more.
Virgin Media O2 opens new Manchester HQ for 1,100 staff
Virgin Media O2 has moved its Manchester customer hub to a new city centre office, doubling job applications. The firm confirms hybrid working is permanent. Read more.
DWP told to end state pension triple lock
A major think tank says the state pension triple lock should be scrapped to fund measures aimed at helping struggling working-class boys. Read the full report.
13-Year-Old's Foodraiser Delivers Massive Donation Haul
A 13-year-old's solo Christmas campaign for Feeding Families yielded an astonishing mountain of food donations, set to help hundreds. Discover how one young person sparked community action.
UK Crackdown: 171 Delivery Riders Arrested
A major Home Office operation has seen 171 delivery riders arrested for illegal working, with 60 facing removal from the UK. The crackdown follows ministerial talks with major food delivery platforms.
300,000 to lose £312 WFH tax relief from 2026
HMRC is scrapping the £6 weekly working from home tax relief for 300,000 employees from April 2026. Experts warn of impacts on disabled workers and small business costs.
Southport Families Honoured at Liverpool Heroes Awards
The families of three girls lost in the Southport tragedy received a Special Award for their courage and inspiring charities. The Guide Liverpool celebrated a decade of local media.
Claim up to £2,000 in Tax-Free Childcare from HMRC
HMRC urges UK parents earning under £100,000 to sign up for Tax-Free Childcare, saving up to £2,000 per child annually on childcare costs. Check your eligibility now!
Lloyds Bank warns of £1,420 job scams
Lloyds Bank issues an urgent warning as jobseekers lose £1,420 on average to 'advance fee' scams promising remote work. Learn how to protect yourself.
DWP and employers launch major back-to-work initiative
The DWP partners with 60+ employers including British Airways and Google to reshape workplace health support and get benefit claimants back into employment. Discover the new strategy.
Disabled families 'forgotten' in Budget, mum reveals
A mother of two autistic sons shares her anxiety after the Budget offered little for disabled families facing rising costs and potential benefit cuts. Read her story.
HMRC worker pays £20k in work-from-home tribunal
A tax official must pay HMRC £20,000 after a tribunal ruled his work-from-home refusal was 'vexatious'. Discover the implications for remote workers across the UK.
Camrose vintage event raises £32k for local causes
Camrose Vintage Working Day raised a record £32,000 for 32 local charities, including £4,000 for Withybush Hospital services and a hair loss initiative. Discover how to support local NHS services.
Four-Day Week Future in Doubt as Minister Intervenes
Labour Minister Steve Reed questions a council's four-day week trial, citing performance declines. Over 100 business leaders defend the shorter week, sparking a major national debate.
Alison Hammond's plea for homeless families
TV presenter Alison Hammond joins Shelter's winter appeal after meeting a homeless mother living in temporary accommodation for over five years. Discover how you can help.
WFH heating guide: Warmest rooms to save on bills
As Ofgem's price cap rises and a cold snap hits, discover which rooms are naturally warmest for remote work to reduce heating costs and stay comfortable this winter.
New Children's Book Addresses Baby Loss and Grief
Author Philippa Atkins shares her family's story in 'Skye & Luna,' a new children's book helping UK families navigate baby loss, grief, and remembrance. Proceeds support the Luna's Light Appeal.
Cat-Inspired WFH Tip to Stay Warm in UK Cold Snap
As the Met Office issues snow and ice warnings, discover how to stay warm while working from home without increasing your energy bills, using a simple cat-like strategy.
HMRC Child Benefit flaw stops payments for families
A system designed to combat fraud has mistakenly stopped Child Benefit for hundreds of families in Northern Ireland who travelled via Dublin Airport. HMRC apologises and is working to reinstate claims.
Stockport Family Hubs App Reaches 1,000 Downloads
The One Stockport Family Hubs app has surpassed 1,000 downloads, offering parents and carers expert advice and local support. Discover how this tool is building stronger communities.
Derbyshire mum marks World Prematurity Day
Beth Wheatley shares her family's story of son Ezra's premature birth and how it inspired her to build a vital support community for parents across Derbyshire through her Lots for Tots brand.
British Gas £1,700 energy debt grants available
British Gas is paying up to £1,700 to help clear energy debt. You don't need to be a customer to apply for this vital financial support. Find out if you're eligible now.
New £150 energy bill help for millions this winter
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.
Wales Women Face Significant Leadership Barriers
A new report from CBI Wales and University of South Wales reveals 86% of women believe leadership favours certain personas. Discover the solutions to create more inclusive workplaces.
HMRC's new tax powers hit UK households
HMRC is implementing new 'one-to-many' compliance powers that could see working households across Britain receive unexpected tax code changes and demands for underpaid tax.
Millions of UK pensioners forced back to work
Exclusive investigation reveals how soaring inflation and inadequate state pension payments are driving record numbers of retirees back into employment to make ends meet.
High Earners Risk Losing Child Benefit in Tax Trap
Thousands of UK professionals earning over £60,000 risk losing valuable child benefit payments due to frozen thresholds and rising wages. Discover how the stealth tax is hitting middle-class families.
New Play Celebrates Newport Rising's Unsung Heroine
Discover the incredible story of Mary Phillips, the working-class woman who played a crucial role in the 1839 Newport Rising, now celebrated in a compelling new theatrical production.
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