Beginner's Ski Trip to Méribel in the French Alps

A novice skier recounts a three-day learn-to-ski adventure in Méribel, part of Les Trois Vallées, from magic carpets to après-ski comedy, highlighting the resort's British-friendly origins and diverse slopes.

Couple Saves £7,800 on Mortgage with App Hack

Nick and Sarah Rutter from Suffolk have reduced their mortgage costs by approximately £7,800 over the full term by using the Sprive app to turn everyday spending into automatic overpayments.

Fig and Fox Closes Half Its Stores by March 31

The beloved UK homeware and café chain Fig and Fox is shutting down half its stores by March 31, including its Basingstoke branch, due to increasing operational costs and budget pressures.

Wetherspoon Boss Warns of Pint Price Hikes

Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin warns that rising energy bills, tax increases, and labor costs could force pub prices up, blaming government policies for creating a 'deathwish' for the industry.

IKEA Closing 20 UK Stores for Easter Sunday

IKEA confirms 20 of its 22 UK stores in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will shut for 24 hours on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, with normal hours on other Easter days.

The Works Closes Website, Forces Customers to Stores

The Works, a major UK high street chain, has shut down its online shopping platform, forcing customers to visit its 500 physical stores instead. The budget retailer will convert its website to a browse-only platform to drive in-store traffic and focus on

Applied Nutrition Profits Surge 77% as Sales Rise

Merseyside sports nutrition firm Applied Nutrition reports a 77.1% profit surge to £20.9m and 56.5% sales growth to £74.5m in six months, maintaining full-year revenue targets despite Middle East disruptions.

Next's Long Padded Gilet Cut to £33 in Spring Sale

Next has dramatically reduced its popular Black Padded Gilet from £86 to just £33 in a huge spring sale. The long-length, warm gilet comes in multiple size ranges and has received glowing five-star reviews from shoppers.

Go Outdoors £32 Borg Fleece for Spring Layering

The Women's Vision Half Zip Fleece from Go Outdoors is a soft, fluffy borg fleece ideal for layering in spring. Available in sizes eight to 20, it retails at £40 but members can get it for £32.

HMRC to Enforce Child Benefit Charge on High Earners

HMRC has issued a reminder about the High Income Child Benefit Charge, which affects UK households earning over £60,000. The charge claws back benefits through the tax system, with full repayment required for incomes above £80,000.

Dobbies Garden Centre Opens New Cottage Kitchen Food Halls

Dobbies Garden Centre in Cadnam has launched a new cottage kitchen garden-style food hall, featuring over 1,500 products including scones, tray bakes, and premium brands. This expansion is part of a larger rollout across the UK to enhance the shopping exp

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