Construction is underway on Oldham's first solar farm at Wrigley Head, Failsworth. The council-funded project will generate clean energy for 310 homes and create local green jobs. Read more about this major step for the borough's Green New Deal.
The UK braces for up to 5.9 inches of snow hitting 12 counties across Scotland, Wales, England, and Northern Ireland this Friday. Get the full forecast and county list here.
Nestle has changed the recipes of Toffee Crisp and Blue Riband, reducing cocoa content so they can no longer be legally called chocolate in the UK due to rising costs.
Over three million more UK households now qualify for a £150 winter energy bill discount under expanded government rules. Find out if you're eligible for the vital cost-of-living support.
Wessex Water must pay £11m after regulator Ofwat found it failed to properly operate and maintain its wastewater network. The money will fund storm overflow improvements.
Over 7 million UK households must submit a meter reading by 1st January to avoid being overcharged as energy rates rise. Experts urge switching to a fixed deal now to save up to £233.
New weather maps warn of a potential 'Beast from the East' hitting the UK on Christmas Day, bringing snow to Scotland, northern England, and Wales. Read the latest forecast details.
Parts of England will drop below -1°C on Tuesday night as a dramatic winter chill hits. Get the latest on frost, snow risks, and travel disruption warnings.
Travelling this Christmas? Use a simple penny trick to check if your freezer lost power while you were away, preventing dangerous food spoilage. Learn the easy hack for peace of mind.
E.ON Next promises to pass on £150 annual savings directly to customers from April 2026, following government policy changes. Learn about the bill boost and industry reactions.
The UK faces a severe Christmas freeze as forecasts worsen, with snow predicted for December 25 and a potential 'Beast from the East' weather event. Get the latest Met Office updates.
A taste test of eight supermarket cranberry sauces reveals the festive winner is the cheapest. Find out which jar scored top marks for flavour and value this Christmas.
Millions of UK households can get £150 off their electricity bill this winter. Find out if your supplier is one of the 28 participating and how to claim.
Octopus Energy will automatically reduce customer bills by an average of £134 from April 2026, passing on government policy cuts. Find out how you'll benefit.
An icy blast is set to hit five UK counties after Christmas, with temperatures plunging to -5C. Discover which areas are most at risk and the latest Met Office forecast.
The Dyson Wash G1 wet and dry floor cleaner is now half price at £299.99. This cordless cleaner tackles spills and stains on hard floors and features a self-cleaning function. Read the full review and see alternatives.
Tesco advises shoppers to freeze butter to extend its life and save money. With prices rising, this simple hack can reduce food waste and help household budgets.
A 250-mile wall of snow is forecast to sweep from Yorkshire to Scotland this week, with freezing temperatures and flood warnings already in place. Get the latest UK weather updates.
A public consultation has begun for the proposed Foel Fach Wind Farm near Bala. The 72MW project could power 68,000 homes and features an £8,000/MW community fund. Have your say by February 9th.
Octopus Energy becomes the official zero-carbon energy partner for Forest's 20,000 London e-bikes, accelerating sustainable transport. Employees and customers gain exclusive ride benefits.
Weather maps reveal a 250-mile wall of snow is set to strike the UK from December 21, covering from the Midlands to Scotland. Get the latest forecast details here.
Bishop Desmond Jaddoo offers to mediate in Birmingham's long-running bin strike, citing public health fears. He's even willing to meet on Christmas Day. Read the latest.
Weather maps warn of a 60-hour snow event hitting Britain from December 17, threatening travel chaos just before Christmas. Get the latest forecast details and Met Office outlook here.
London's Congestion Charge will increase from £15 to £18 on January 2nd, with electric vehicles losing their full exemption. Annual rises will follow Tube fare increases.
Shoppers are raving about a compact Black+Decker dehumidifier on Amazon, now £35.45. It extracts 250ml of moisture daily to combat winter damp and condensation issues.
Major new bin collection rules are set for 2026, requiring households to separate waste into four containers. Learn how the changes will affect you and boost recycling.
Kensington and Chelsea Council has impounded around 1,000 Lime, Forest and Voi e-bikes following resident complaints about blocked pavements. Operators respond to the parking crisis.
A festive taste test reveals a supermarket mince pie that outshines Mr Kipling and M&S for flavour and value. Discover the budget-friendly winner for your Christmas table.
We taste-tested mince pies from seven major UK supermarkets against Mr Kipling. Discover which budget buy beat the famous brand and which one was overpriced.
A festive taste test reveals which supermarket mince pies offer the best value and flavour. Lidl's budget offering triumphs over premium rivals. Read the full results and ratings.