DVLA to Cancel Licences for Over-70s Who Fail Eye Test
The Government plans mandatory eye tests for over-70s, with licences cancelled if they fail. Over 10,000 licences revoked since 2025, as road safety crackdown intensifies.
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Wolves Midfielder Meetings, West Brom Keeper, Villa Luiz
Latest transfer column: Wolves' Joao Gomes linked to Atletico Madrid, West Brom monitor Sunderland keeper, Aston Villa unlikely to sign Douglas Luiz permanently.
OVO Energy Sells Retail Business to E.ON, Home Services to Hometree
OVO Energy has agreed to sell its UK energy retail business to E.ON and its Home Services division to Hometree, pending regulatory approvals. The deals aim to secure long-term growth and investment.
Costa Coffee Opens 14 New Sainsbury's Stores Across UK
Costa Coffee announces 14 new in-store cafes within Sainsbury's as part of an expansion plan, adding to 50 existing sites and 1,000 Express machines.
SureCloud Launches AI Agent Team for GRC Operations
SureCloud introduces Gracie, the first cross-domain AI agent team for GRC, addressing compliance fatigue with autonomous agents that execute over 200 actions.
2026 HR in Wales Awards Winners Announced
Six organisations and four individuals were honoured at the 2026 HR in Wales Awards, recognising excellence in people development across Wales.
M&S buys Asos warehouse to create 600 jobs, double online sales
M&S buys Asos's Lichfield distribution centre, creating 600 jobs and boosting capacity to double online fashion, home, and beauty sales by 2027.
Wolves Winger Fer Lopez Future Uncertain After Celta Loan
Wolves' £19m winger Fer Lopez has impressed on loan at Celta Vigo, scoring twice in 20 appearances. Celta's sporting director says they will 'get creative' to re-sign him.
Mercedes Drivers Are Europe's Worst Parkers, Study Finds
A new study reveals Mercedes drivers are the worst parkers in Europe, with 25% parked incorrectly. BMW, Audi, and Tesla didn't top the list.
DWP Warns 300,000 Households to Get £0 Benefits
DWP warns 300,000 households are missing out on benefits. Skills England chair Phil Smith highlights NEETs and unemployment issues, while minister Andrew Western announces new youth employment schemes.
£2,125 Tax Break for Specific Electric Car Owners
Owners of electric cars priced between £40,000 and £50,000 will save £2,125 over five years due to changes in luxury car tax rules.
Lloyds: £3,500 savings possible with digital banking tools
Lloyds Bank research reveals UK households could save £3,500 over 10 years by adopting digital banking tools, with £100 billion available nationally.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £280 Charge for Post-2017 Cars
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Vehicle Excise Duty rates, including a £280 first-year charge for cars emitting 76-90g/km CO2, affecting vehicles registered after April 2017.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £170 VED for Older Cars
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed Vehicle Excise Duty rates for 2026, including a £170 charge for cars registered between 2001 and 2017 in certain tax bands. Most drivers will pay £200.
GWR nationalisation success hinges on punctual services
GWR will transition to public ownership under Great British Railways. A Devon MP says the measure of success will be efficient and punctual services for passengers.
UK to lose 163,000 jobs in Iran war fallout
The Item Club forecasts 163,000 UK job losses in 2026 due to the Iran war, with South Wales and the Humber hardest hit by energy price rises and supply disruption.
UK Households Brace for New Cost of Living Crisis
A PwC survey reveals UK household financial sentiment hit a 2.5-year low in April, with 90% concerned about costs. Under-35s hardest hit, spending cutbacks expected.
Liverpool and Hamburg Partnership Boosts Business Links
Liverpool city region and Hamburg have signed a Joint Declaration of Intent to deepen cooperation in logistics, maritime trade, green technology, and more, strengthening British-German ties.
HMRC Targets Savers with £10,000 in Bank Accounts
HMRC is sending tax letters to savers with £10,000 in accounts as 2.8 million paid tax on savings in 2025-26. Basic-rate taxpayers face tax with £20,000 at 5%.
Huge easyJet Cabin Suitcase on Sale at Amazon
The Flymax cabin suitcase, praised for being 'huge' yet fitting easyJet's free bag allowance, is now on sale at Amazon for £14.69. Travellers are impressed with its capacity.
DWP Jobcentre Encourages Benefits Claims in Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough faces high unemployment and crime, with claims that the DWP Jobcentre encourages benefits claims. Community leaders highlight systemic issues.
DWP Offers £1,045 Savings Credit to State Pensioners
The DWP is providing up to £1,045 per year through Savings Credit, a separate part of Pension Credit for those who reached state pension age before April 2016 and have retirement savings.
DWP urged to block Universal Credit for 662,000 young claimants
The DWP is urged to block Universal Credit for 662,000 under-30s as 'shirker's capitals' are revealed, with over 10% of young people in 41 areas signed off work without job search requirements.
UK Urged to Adopt Four-Day Week to Combat Obesity
A study presented at the European Congress on Obesity links long working hours to higher obesity rates, prompting calls for a four-day week in the UK.
Automatic £150 Energy Rebates for 345,000 Households
The UK government confirms automatic £150 Warm Home Discount for 345,000 Scottish households from winter 2026/27, expanding eligibility and extending the scheme to 2031.
DWP Issues Higher Universal Credit Payments in June
The DWP explains why some Universal Credit claimants will receive an above-inflation increase in June, with payments varying based on assessment periods.
Birmingham to Lose 12,500 Jobs Due to Iran War
Birmingham faces 12,500 job losses this year due to Iran War economic fallout, with low-income areas hit hardest, according to a report.
Objectors Slam 'Disgraceful Decision' as Cheshire Homes Approved
Parish council and civic society opposed the 24-home scheme in Hartford, but Cheshire West and Chester Council's planning committee approved it, sparking outcry.
Liverpool Kings Development: 70-Storey Tower and Winter Garden
New images show the £1.2bn Kings development on Liverpool's waterfront, featuring a 70-storey tower, winter garden, and 2,750 homes. The project is a partnership between Beetham and TJ Morris Group.
Former Lookers Office Block to Become 34 Flats
An abandoned office building in Timperley, formerly used by Lookers Motor Group, could be converted into 34 new homes by developer Blueoak Estates Ltd.
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