British Gas PeakSave: Half-Price Electricity Sundays
British Gas confirms PeakSave Sundays: over 1 million customers get half-price electricity from 11am to 4pm every Sunday, saving £36m collectively.
Category : Health
DWP Over 80 Pension: Eligibility and Amounts for 2026-27
The DWP offers the Over 80 Pension to state pensioners aged 80+, providing up to £110.75 a week in 2026-27 if basic State Pension is less. Check eligibility and how to claim.
Protect Roses from Black Spot and Mildew in Heat
Roses stressed by hot, dry weather are prone to black spot and mildew. Catch problems early with expert tips from Alan Titchmarsh to keep blooms going into autumn.
DWP confirms 56 health conditions for Attendance Allowance
DWP Attendance Allowance now covers 56 health conditions. Eligibility requires being over state pension age (66) and needing help with personal care or supervision. Learn the full list.
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Care home manager stole £5k from disabled resident
Gillian Harper, 60, stole £5,452.70 from a disabled care home resident, spending on hair appointments, QVC, and mortgage. She was jailed for 40 weeks, suspended, and ordered to pay compensation.
Pension scam costs victims £47,000, warns Standard Life
Standard Life warns a 'sophisticated' pension scam is costing victims an average of £47,000, as 62% of UK adults claim confidence in spotting scams.
AI Tool at Stepping Hill Aims to Speed Up Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Hospitals across Greater Manchester, including Stepping Hill, are rolling out an AI tool to analyze prostate MRI scans, prioritizing high-risk patients for faster diagnosis and treatment.
2m pensioners face savings tax as HMRC allowance frozen
HMRC projects 2.1 million over-65s will pay tax on savings interest by 2026-27, up from 517,000 in 2022-23, as frozen thresholds and higher rates pull more into the net.
Pension pots of £50k see annuity income rise by £106
Average annual annuity income for a £50,000 pot has risen by £106 to £3,653 since March, driven by rising gilt yields amid market uncertainty, according to Moneyfactscompare.co.uk.
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Stockport NHS First to Use Voice-Care Surgical Safety Tech
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is the first in the UK to pilot Voice-Care, a hands-free voice recognition system for surgical safety checklists, aiming to eliminate manual paperwork and ensure 100% WHO compliance.
Edge Hill Graduate Plans South Pole Trek for Men's Mental Health
Dafydd Helps-Fursse, an Edge Hill University alumnus, will lead an expedition across the South Pole by 2030 to raise awareness of men's mental health, following his 2024 World's Toughest Row success.
Mastercard £70 payout update: 47m can claim by end of year
Around 47 million people could claim £45-£70 Mastercard compensation by end of 2026 after legal challenges dropped, says Walter Merricks.
New Attempt to Turn Olton Home into Children's Care Home
New Focus Child Care Limited has applied for planning permission to convert a seven-bed house in Grange Road, Olton, into a care home for four children, after earlier applications were refused.
Dogs Trust urges owners to learn dog body language on walks
Dogs Trust and RSPCA launch Dog Ownership Guide, urging owners to recognize subtle body language signs like head turning and lip licking to prevent stress on summer walks.
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Morrisons first UK supermarket to roll out AI self-checkouts
Morrisons becomes the first UK supermarket to deploy AI-powered self-checkouts across 200 stores, letting customers correct missed scans themselves after a successful trial.
Sandwell fifth poorest in England fuel poverty study
Sandwell ranks fifth in England for fuel poverty, with 13.5% of households affected, according to new analysis by Felons Support.
Dudley Council's £500k weekly care costs revealed
Dudley Council spends over £500,000 weekly on external residential care for 76 children, averaging £6,900 each, amid rising demand and workforce pressures.
Birmingham Pizza Shop Fined £4k Over Allergen Training
A Birmingham pizza shop has been fined £4,000 after workers failed to describe allergen ingredients in menu items, prompting a council investigation and enforcement action.
Kérastase Genesis Serum Amazon Deal: £34.50
Kérastase Genesis Anti-Frizz Serum is now £34.50 on Amazon, down from £46.50. The 30ml treatment targets hair fall and breakage. Limited-time deal.
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Bishop Oakley appears in court over rape charges
Bishop of Northampton David Oakley, 70, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court via videolink facing two counts of rape of a girl under 16, alleged to have occurred in the early 2000s after a Lourdes pilgrimage.
Remus Horse Sanctuary appeals for hay funds as prices soar
Remus Horse Sanctuary faces a £5,400 monthly hay bill after dry weather hikes prices. Founder Sue Burton appeals for public donations to feed over 100 rescued animals.
Love Island's Simba on caring for mum with MND from age 10
Love Island star Simba Kudyiwa reveals he became a young carer for his mum with Motor Neurone Disease at 10, sharing his story on Good Morning Britain.
Six in hospital after Stoke-on-Trent house fire
Six people were taken to hospital after a fire damaged multiple homes in Stoke-on-Trent on August 13. Firefighters continue to tackle the blaze in the Sandy Road area, with residents urged to seek support at a community centre.
NAWT receives £1,500 for kitten season care
National Animal Welfare Trust receives £1,500 from Barratt Homes' Community Fund to cover food and vet care for rescued animals during a busy kitten season.
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Pensioners urged to check £150 Warm Home Discount eligibility
Low-income pensioners could miss out on the £150 Warm Home Discount if not named on electricity bill by August 23. Check eligibility now.
Six firefighters hospitalised after major fires in Staffordshire
Six firefighters were taken to hospital after battling major fires in Staffordshire, suffering smoke inhalation and heat exhaustion. The service urges public help as resources are stretched.
Cancer Appeal Reaches £200,000 Milestone
Swansea Bay Health Charity's Going the Extra Mile for Cancer Appeal has raised £200,000, transforming cancer care for thousands across South West Wales.
DWP confirms early state pension payment for August bank holiday
State pensioners due on 31 August will be paid on 28 August. The change affects those with NI numbers ending 00 to 19, as confirmed by DWP minister Sir Stephen Timms.
Anatome Expression Perfume Review: Functional Fragrance
Anatome Expression is a functional eau de parfum promising mood-boosting benefits. Our review tests its scent, longevity, and whether it delivers on its claims.
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PIP payments to rise to £798 a month in October Budget
PIP claimants will see payments rise to £798 a month from April 2027, with the increase announced in October's Budget. The rise follows June's 2.6% inflation rate.
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