Leicester Shine Night Walk 2026: 10k route, landmarks, 30% off
Cancer Research UK’s Shine Night Walk returns to Leicester on October 17, 2026, with a 10k route past landmarks like Leicester Cathedral. Early sign-ups get 30% off with code SNWAUG26.
Category : Adult Education
University Defends Degree Courses Against Criticism
A West Midlands university has hit back at claims its degree courses are 'pointless', defending their value and student outcomes.
Morrisons launches 1,000 apprenticeships for retail careers
Morrisons will open 1,000 fully-funded apprenticeships in September, offering young people a two-year path into retail management and craft roles.
State pensioners with £597 income issued HMRC tax warning
State pensioners with additional income face HMRC tax bills, as the gap between the new State Pension and the frozen personal allowance narrows to just £597, warns finance expert.
Language Learning in Birmingham: Tutors and Lessons Guide
Discover the best ways to learn a new language in Birmingham, from private tutors and online platforms to community classes and apps, with tips on choosing the right method for your goals.
Solar Eclipse 2025: Safe Viewing Tips and Livestream
The partial solar eclipse on March 29, 2025, will be visible across the UK. Experts warn to never look directly at the sun; use eclipse glasses or indirect viewing. Livestreams available.
Daily Quiz: Test Your Knowledge with August 2 Answers
Find out the answers to the August 2 Medical and History quiz, and discover why Stanley Baldwin is remembered as a three-time British Prime Minister.
Daily Trivia Quiz with Medical, History, and Answers
Born on this day in 1942, Peter O'Toole's birthday: 20 medical and history quiz questions, plus yesterday's general knowledge and cryptic answers.
Daily quiz: Queen Anne, sushi, and Michael Jackson's chimp
Today's daily quiz tests you on Queen Anne, sushi, and Michael Jackson's chimp, plus cryptic drinks clues and yesterday's answers. See how you do.
£4,500 Apprenticeship Bursary Confirmed by Burnham
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed households on Universal Credit will receive up to £4,500 if their child starts an apprenticeship, to offset benefit losses.
Free Driving Lessons Giveaway in Birmingham
Red Driving School is giving away free driving lessons to learner drivers in Birmingham. Enter now for a chance to win 10 free lessons and accelerate your path to passing the test.
Single Mum Gets £93k DWP Benefits
A single mother of four in County Tyrone legally receives benefits equivalent to a £93,000 salary, including £5,400 per month from part-time work, Universal Credit, and housing/childcare support.
Free Driving Lessons Giveaway for UK Learners
A new UK giveaway offers free driving lessons to learner drivers. Find out how to apply and what the initiative includes.
Martin Lewis: Check Passport Now to Avoid Travel Chaos
Consumer expert Martin Lewis warns that failing to check passport expiry dates could lead to being blocked from flights. He advises checking now for six months validity or three months for EU, and ensuring passport is under 10 years old.
Andy Burnham £239 pension boost for pre-1953 pensioners
State pensioners born before 1953 will receive a £239 annual increase under Andy Burnham's plan, with basic state pension rising by at least 2.5% next April.
HMRC Sends Tax Demands for Savings Over £500 Allowance
HMRC has collected £8.4 billion in tax on savings interest, with frozen thresholds pushing more savers into tax. Data shows a 38% rise in collections, affecting households with savings allowances of £500 or less.
Read Easy Derby Seeks Volunteers for Adult Literacy
Read Easy Derby & District urgently needs volunteer coaching assistants as demand surges. Over 19,000 adults in Derby struggle with reading. Free training provided; volunteers give a few hours monthly.
Jude Bellingham's Girlfriend Ashlyn Castro: 18 Facts
As Jude Bellingham leads England to a World Cup semi-final, learn 18 facts about his girlfriend Ashlyn Castro, the American model and content creator supporting him.
Jesy Nelson's 'Life Changing' Doc Premieres July 17, 2026
Jesy Nelson confirms her Amazon Prime documentary 'Life Changing' about her twins' SMA journey will premiere July 17, 2026, urging newborn screening.
HMRC May Owe Relatives of Deceased Pensioners £239 Refund
HMRC may owe relatives of deceased state pensioners refunds of up to £239 and £75 compensation due to a systemic error that overtaxes estates on overpaid pension amounts reclaimed by the DWP.
Campaign for Legal Max Working Temperature Gains 20K Signatures
A petition for a legal maximum working temperature in the UK has gained over 20,000 signatures in 24 hours as temperatures hit 35C in the West Midlands, sparking calls for law changes.
Leigh-Anne Pinnock's Twin Daughters: Names, Ages, and New Pregnancy
Leigh-Anne Pinnock welcomed twin daughters in August 2021 but keeps their names private. Now expecting again, here's what we know about her children.
MAFS Australia's Bec on Rib Surgery
Bec Zacharia, former MAFS Australia bride, speaks out after undergoing controversial rib surgery in Bali, a procedure illegal in many countries, to achieve an hourglass figure.
PIP Mental Health Points System Changes Loom
The Timms Review interim report, due this week, will propose a new PIP points system better reflecting fluctuating mental health conditions, with DWP admitting current system is not fit for purpose.
Grandparents boost state pension by £350 via HMRC scheme
Over 159,000 grandparents have boosted their state pension by £350 a year through Specified Adult Childcare Credits, a little-known HMRC scheme linked to childcare.
DWP to Review Pension Rules for Terminally Ill Under 75
The DWP will review pension access for terminally ill people under 75 after a Treasury minister admitted the current definition is outdated and inconsistent.
Birmingham taxi driver jailed 22 years for child rape
Peter King, 73, was jailed for 22 years for 15 child sex offences, including raping two girls and making one pregnant, in the 1990s and 2000s.
Birmingham doctor denies 45 sexual offences, trial 2027
Former Birmingham doctor Nathaniel Spencer has pleaded not guilty to 45 sexual offences against 38 women and girls, with trial set for October 2027.
Morrisons Recalls World Cup Snack Over Allergen Risk
Morrisons recalls its 2026 World Cup-themed snack due to undeclared milk allergen; customers urged to return product for refund.
Garnier Bundle at Lookfantastic for Curly Hair Control
Struggling with unruly curls? Lookfantastic offers a Garnier bundle worth £50 to help you tame your hair. Find out what's included and how to get it.
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