Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh shares his selection of seven resilient plants that thrive in dry, sunny conditions, requiring minimal watering once established. Perfect for creating vibrant, low-maintenance garden borders.
More than 1.5 million off-grid UK households see heating oil prices nearly double overnight due to Middle East conflict, while energy price cap changes bring mixed relief.
The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside highlights the vital contributions of women in conservation work across diverse habitats in the North West.
A new report reveals UK households could pay £70 more annually on energy bills by 2030 due to subsidies for wind farms, despite recent price cuts.
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Rossendale Ramblers report two successful dry walks this week, with details on upcoming March routes including pub walks and countryside explorations in the Lancashire area.
The Labour government expands WaterSure, capping bills for low-income households with high water use due to medical needs or large families, benefiting 53,000 more homes.
A vibrant new food hall, Alfred Works, has launched in Digbeth, Birmingham, featuring 15 vendors with cuisines from Italian to Ethiopian, plus live entertainment like dragon dancing.
TV star Stacey Solomon praises the Shark VacMop 2-in-1 as her daily cleaning essential, now discounted on Amazon with mixed reviews on battery life and pads.
Basingstoke faces an invasion of Asian hornets hitching rides on vehicles along the M3 motorway, with beekeepers warning of severe public health and biodiversity risks.
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Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust plans to install 877 solar panels at Walsall Manor Hospital at a cost of over £700,000, aiming to cut carbon emissions by nearly 77,000kg annually as part of its net-zero target.
Greggs has discontinued its popular Vegan Breakfast Roll, citing a 'well-deserved rest' for the menu item. Disappointed vegan customers say this removes a key reason to visit the bakery chain.
The Met Office has declared March 5, 2026, the warmest day of the year so far, with temperatures reaching 19.2°C in Northolt, London. This marks the first time such highs have been seen since early October, coinciding with warnings about Saharan dust affe
Action Skip Hire Limited has been ordered to pay £9,495.50 after failing to remove waste from a Digbeth site, following a previous £48,000 fine for operating without a permit.
TV chef James Martin reveals his 'best ever' shepherd's pie recipe, swapping lamb mince for slow-cooked lamb shoulder for maximum flavour and tenderness.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces criticism from Liberal Democrats for not addressing energy bill concerns in his Iran speech, as analysts warn of potential £160 summer hikes despite April price cuts.
Octopus Energy announces its 'trailblazing' Plunge Pricing EV charging scheme is launching in France, offering drivers up to 50% savings at 7,000 Powerdot chargers.
Greg Jackson of Octopus Energy calls on Energy Secretary Ed Miliband to reopen North Sea drilling amid Middle East conflict fears, warning of potential £160 bill hikes despite recent price cap reductions.
The versatile George Foreman Indoor Outdoor Barbecue Electric Grill is now available for just £79.48 on Amazon, a 34% discount. Perfect for year-round grilling, it works both indoors and outdoors, cooking up to 15 servings with easy cleanup.
Household energy bills are predicted to increase by 10% from July, driven by rising wholesale gas prices due to escalating Middle East tensions. Analysts warn the relief from April's price cap cut will be short-lived.
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Yorkshire Wildlife Park celebrates a major conservation success with the birth of four rare Northern Cheetah cubs on Valentine's Day, born to mother Darcy and father Brooke as part of the Endangered Species Programme.
A £14 box of lawn seed is outselling all other garden products on Amazon, driven by ideal spring conditions for lawn care and germination.
A gardener suffering from knee pain has praised a standing weed puller tool as a 'godsend' that allows them to work outdoors longer without discomfort. The Thompson and Morgan Garden Gear Weed Puller is currently discounted to just £25.10 with a code.
Weather maps predict significant snowfall across the UK from March 13, with Scotland and Northern England expected to see up to 17cm accumulation, while unsettled conditions spread nationwide.
UK energy bills are set to fall by £117 in April but could surge by £160 from July due to a 32% spike in wholesale gas prices, potentially reaching £2,500 annually for households.
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Ofwat has launched an investigation into South East Water after it left 286,000 households without water supply due to infrastructure failures and poor planning between 2020 and 2023.
The first signs of spring emerge on Sefton Coast with Coltsfoot and Buff-tailed Bumblebees. Guided walks explore tiny dune flora and habitat conservation efforts.
Eight councils face legal threats over anti-wood burner campaigns as industry lobbyists challenge public health messaging. The Stove Industry Association targets London boroughs and other cities, sparking debate over air pollution risks.
Amazon shoppers are buying a £7.49 Patio Magic cleaner that removes grime without a pressure washer, with a 25% discount and biodegradable formula for various surfaces.
We rigorously tested strong refuse sacks from Asda, Tesco, M&S, Aldi, Lidl, Sainsbury's and Morrisons to find which offers the best durability and value for money in everyday use.
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A new seasonal law requires UK dog walkers to keep dogs on leads from March 1 to July 31 to protect ground-nesting birds, with unlimited fines for violations.
