Aston Villa Transfer Latest: Vidagany on Martinez
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England World Cup Bank Holiday Date; Starmer Delays Resignation
A bank holiday for July 24 is planned if England win the World Cup. PM Starmer delays resignation to attend the final if England beat Argentina.
539,000 Cancel BBC Licence, Up to £180 Refund
Over 539,000 UK households cancelled their BBC TV licence in the past year, with early cancellors eligible for refunds up to £180, as the BBC faces a funding crisis.
Labour Plans Robust VPN Ban Rules for Under-16s
Labour government promises robust new VPN restrictions for children under 16, based on research showing 60% of kids know about VPNs and many bypass age checks.
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Burnham urged to cut business energy costs on day one as PM
Andy Burnham must slash business energy costs on day one as PM to unlock £130bn growth, says CBI and Energy UK report urging three rule changes.
No Bank Holiday for England World Cup Win
The UK government has confirmed there will be no bank holiday if England win the World Cup, citing economic impact and lack of precedent for such a move.
Burnham Backs £265k Inheritance Tax Charge on Households
Andy Burnham supports a plan to raise inheritance tax to 50%, costing families an extra £53,000 on estates worth £1.45 million, according to Quilter analysis.
State Pension Could Rise by £1,895 by 2030 Under Triple Lock
The state pension could increase by nearly £1,900 by 2029/30 due to the triple lock policy, with forecasts showing the full pension rising to £14,442.
Ex-West Brom Boss Takes National Team Role
Former West Bromwich Albion manager, who led the club to Premier League promotion, has been appointed as the new head coach of a national team.
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HMRC Monthly £290 Tax Bills for Self-Employed
HMRC may force self-employed workers, freelancers, and landlords to pay monthly tax based on previous year's income under Labour plans, with a £30,000 earner facing £290 monthly bills.
Burnham Backs IHT Rise: Families Face £53k Extra
Andy Burnham supports raising inheritance tax to 50%, hitting 31,000 estates with an average £53,000 increase, as per Quilter analysis.
Home Secretary Scraps Shropshire Asylum Plan
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper directly intervened to scrap an asylum accommodation plan in Shropshire, citing local concerns and capacity issues. The decision halts the use of a site for up to 1,500 asylum seekers.
BBC iPlayer Could Add Channel 4 Shows
BBC's new director-general Matt Brittin confirms talks with Channel 4 to create a 'sovereign streaming platform', potentially adding Channel 4 content to iPlayer.
RAC Backs Speed Limiter Tech for Repeat Offenders
The RAC urges the government to introduce Intelligent Speed Assistance limiters for repeat and serious speeding offenders, citing over 300 fatal collisions annually where speeding was a factor.
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Ex-West Brom Boss Set for National Team Return
Former West Bromwich Albion manager and promotion winner is reportedly set to return to management with a national team, marking a comeback after a period away from the dugout.
HMRC Tax Investigations Take Eight Years, MPs Warn
Businesses face up to eight years for HMRC tax investigations, MPs warn. The Public Accounts Committee urges faster resolution and transparency.
HMRC Crackdown: 171,000 Tip-Offs About Friends
HMRC received 170,992 tip-offs in 2025-26, paying £1.4m in rewards, as part of a crackdown on tax evasion targeting friends, neighbours, and businesses.
DWP urged to scrap benefits for 4,000 obese people
The DWP pays £3,500 an hour on benefits for obesity. 3,908 on PIP. Sir Iain Duncan Smith says it's treatable. Labour responds with Timms Review.
Labour MP: Scrap PIP for Mild ADHD and Anxiety
Labour MP Sojan Joseph says Personal Independence Payment should be scrapped for claimants with mild ADHD and anxiety, arguing the system must distinguish between severe and non-severe conditions.
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DWP urged to scrap £425 rule for older claimants
The work and pensions select committee warns that older workers need more support as state pension age rises, urging the DWP to scrap the £425-a-month Universal Credit rule for those born before 1961.
BBC warns UK tourists may face charges for free ESTA service
BBC Morning Live's Holly Hamilton warns UK tourists about third-party fees for ESTAs, which are free via official channels, highlighting Sherpa's admin charges.
HMRC Letters to 580,000 Over August 2026 Deadline
HMRC is sending letters to 580,000 workers who failed to register for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, with a deadline of August 7, 2026.
Ann Widdecombe Suspect Seen with Wooden Stick Before Drive
A 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering Ann Widdecombe allegedly drove 270 miles to Devon and was seen with a wooden stick, police say.
FCA Attacks Consumer Group Over Car Finance Payouts
The Financial Conduct Authority seeks to dismiss Consumer Voice's legal challenge over motor finance scandal payouts, citing lack of transparency and conflicts of interest.
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Burnham urged to scrap 'bonkers' triple lock pension promise
Andy Burnham faces pressure to break the triple lock pledge as OBR warns it adds £15.5bn annually to pension spending by 2029-2030, urging reform to avoid unsustainable debt.
Ann Widdecombe murder: 120+ reports, man arrested
Detectives have received over 120 reports from the public in the murder investigation of former Tory MP Ann Widdecombe, with a 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder.
Ann Widdecombe Murder: No Other Suspects After Arrest
Police investigating the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe have arrested a 28-year-old man in Rotherham and say they are not looking for anyone else.
UK Regional Income Divide Unchanged Since 1997
The Resolution Foundation warns that the UK regional household income divide has seen almost no progress since 1997, urging incoming PM Andy Burnham to deliver true devolution.
Snodgrass: Rogers and Bowen to Stay This Summer
Robert Snodgrass believes Morgan Rogers and Jarrod Bowen will stay at Aston Villa and West Ham, despite Arsenal interest in Rogers and Villa's admiration for Bowen.
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Great Barr Residents Fight 850-Home Green Belt Plan
Residents near a proposed 850-home estate on green belt land in Great Barr have spoken out against the plans, citing loss of countryside, traffic, and infrastructure strain.
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