Labour Confirms £170 Car Tax for Pre-2017 Band D Vehicles
Rachel Reeves confirms Band D cars registered before 2017 will pay £170 in road tax from next financial year. Check your VED band and payment options.
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Rachel Reeves Confirms £560 Car Tax for 2017-2025 Cars
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed a £560 Vehicle Excise Duty charge for cars made between 2017 and 2025, affecting drivers with higher CO2 emissions.
Caradoc View Cottage: Stunning Shropshire Hills Retreat
Discover Caradoc View Cottage in the Shropshire Hills, offering stunning views of 'Little Switzerland'. Perfect base for exploring Church Stretton, Carding Mill Valley, and Long Mynd.
Aldi D Code: Secret Label Hack to Save on Discontinued Items
Aldi shoppers are urged to look for a 'D' on price labels, indicating discontinued items. Expert Jordon Cox shares this hack to save money and stock up before items sell out.
Tories Plan 16-Hour Work Rule for DWP Claimants or Lose Benefits
The Conservative Party proposes that all DWP claimants who can work must work 16 hours a week or face benefit cuts, closing a loophole that allows households with one disabled adult to avoid the benefit cap.
DWP to Pay £3,200 Lump Sum to State Pensioners
DWP admits to losing £8,500 state pension top-up for expat Sandra Poynter, now paying £3,200 backpayment plus £100 compensation within three working days.
Solihull DIY store Mahoney's closes after 50 years
Mahoney's DIY in Solihull has closed after nearly 50 years. The family-run business on Old Lode Lane received offers from £1.25m at auction. Customers shared fond memories.
197 Restaurants Shut as Two Major UK Chains Disappear
Whitbread closes 197 Beefeater and Brewers Fayre restaurants, cutting 3,800 jobs. Full list of affected sites as pub chains vanish from high streets.
M&S £15 Dine-In Deal Returns for 4 People Until May 19
Marks & Spencer reintroduces its popular £15 Rotisserie Dine-In deal, offering one main and three sides for four people, with over 800 combinations available until May 19.
Supermarket Surge Pricing: 5 Staples Could Soar 400%
Dynamic pricing threatens UK shoppers as 31% of firms adopt surge pricing. Turkey, Pimm's, and other staples could spike up to 400%, costing households an extra £91.
Lidl Lists 80 Midland Sites for New Stores, Offers Finder's Fee
Lidl plans to open hundreds of new stores across Britain with a £600M investment, offering a finder's fee for site suggestions. 80 locations in central England are targeted.
British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo, Octopus Save £230
British Gas, EDF, EON, OVO and Octopus customers can save up to £230 on energy bills with simple changes like bubble wrap on windows and turning off boiler preheat.
State pensioners overcharged £3,160 by HMRC
Almost 14,000 state pensioners reclaimed £44.1m in overpaid tax between Jan-Mar 2026, with average repayment rising to £3,160 due to larger HMRC errors.
Emery Defends Changes After Villa Loss to Spurs
Unai Emery defends his decision to make seven changes after Aston Villa's 2-1 defeat to Tottenham, expressing pride in his players despite boos and a third straight loss.
Birmingham Bar Closed After Man's Serious Fall
A man was seriously injured after falling multiple floors at Henman and Cooper bar in Birmingham city centre. Police have taped off the venue and are investigating.
HMRC: Act Now to Keep Child Benefit for Teens
HMRC is contacting parents of 16-19-year-olds born between 2007 and 2010. Around 1.5 million families risk losing Child Benefit from August 31 unless they extend their claim online or via the app.
NatWest Closing 32 Bank Branches From May 12
NatWest announces closure of 32 branches from May 12, citing shift to digital banking. Closures span May 2026 to February 2027, impacting communities nationwide.
Ryanair Cabin Bag with Hidden Shoe Compartment 30% Off
The ETRONIK Ryanair cabin bag, praised for its genius shoe compartment, is now 30% off on Amazon. Get organized and avoid baggage fees with this stylish, airline-friendly bag.
Nationwide Responds to Cheque Service Complaint
Nationwide issues update after a customer criticised its cheque deposit process, urging the bank to modernise. The bank advises cheques can be paid in at branches, ATMs, or by post.
Three Tax Changes Under Rachel Reeves: ISAs, Savings, Self-Assessment
Rachel Reeves' tax changes from April 2027 affect ISAs, savings, and self-assessment. Key updates include cash ISA limits, higher savings taxes, and Making Tax Digital thresholds.
EE Refuses to Adjust £171 Broadband Deal After Husband's Death
EE has been criticized for failing to modify a costly broadband and TV contract after a customer's husband died, addressing letters to the deceased and threatening termination fees.
Tesco Free Fruit for Kids Returns to 2,800 UK Stores
Tesco reintroduces its Free Fruit for Kids initiative in 2,800 UK stores for five weeks in May, aiming to boost children's fruit and vegetable intake.
Lidl's Most Ambitious Store Expansion Plan for UK
Lidl reveals Spring 2026 wish list of target locations to expand its 1,000-store estate, seeking freehold or leasehold sites with finder's fee. Aiming to bring affordable products to more communities.
Thousands of Fish & Chip Shops at Risk of Closure
Thousands of UK fish and chip shops face closure due to soaring costs of energy, cooking oil, and fish, with average cod and chips now £12. Industry criticizes government policies.
Aston Villa Transfer News: Emery Targets Brazilian Star and Rangers Teen
Aston Villa are linked with Gabriel Sara, Bailey Rice, and Ibrahim Mbaye as transfer rumours intensify ahead of the summer window.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £4,850 Car Tax for Post-2017 Cars
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed new VED rates up to £4,850 for cars registered after April 2017 with high CO2 emissions, affecting thousands of drivers.
Major UK Banks Hike Mortgage Rates: Blow for Homeowners
NatWest, Santander, Barclays, HSBC, and Lloyds have reduced selected fixed mortgage rates, causing the largest monthly increase since July 2023. Homeowners face higher repayments amid Middle East conflict.
DWP Extra £45 for Pensioners Born After 1953 in May
The DWP is paying an extra £45 in May to state pensioners born after 1953, following the Triple Lock hike that increased the full new State Pension to £241.30 per week.
Plug-in Hybrid Cars £4,150 More Than EVs
New data reveals plug-in hybrids are 10% more expensive than electric vehicles, with drivers paying £4,150 extra on average. The UK's best-selling car in March is £2,000 more costly as a hybrid.
Ryanair Cabin Bag Folds Small, on Sale at Amazon for £10.98
This large Ryanair-friendly cabin bag offers lots of space yet folds away compactly. On sale at Amazon for just over £10, it's water-resistant and fits under the seat.
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