Martin Lewis urges millions in England and Scotland to check their council tax band, as flawed 1991 valuations mean many are overpaying. Discover how to challenge your band and potentially claim back thousands.
Martin Lewis warns hundreds of thousands of homes in England and Scotland are in the wrong council tax band, leading to massive overpayments. Learn how to check and challenge your band.
The treacherous Goodwin Sands off Deal, Kent, have claimed 2,000 vessels. Discover how shifting sandbanks and modern sonar mapping impact Dover Strait shipping lanes.
The treacherous Goodwin Sands sandbanks off Deal, Kent, have claimed 2,000 vessels. Discover how modern sonar now tracks their deadly migration. Read the full story.
Veolia waste collectors removed a homeless woman's possessions from Dover High Street. The firm has apologised and pledged retraining for staff. Read the full story.
Veolia and Dover District Council apologise after street cleaners removed a homeless woman's possessions. Refresher training ordered following public outcry.
Martin Lewis reveals how thousands may be overpaying council tax. Follow his two-step check to challenge your band and potentially claim a backdated refund, just like one viewer who got £6,000 back.
Martin Lewis explains a two-step check to see if you're in the wrong council tax band. One viewer secured a £6,000 refund. Learn how to challenge your band safely.
Owners of exclusive Dorset beach huts face a 50% council tax increase after the local authority reclassifies them as second homes. The move aims to raise £211k for local services.
Owners of exclusive Dorset beach huts face a 50% council tax increase as the local authority reclassifies them as second homes. The move aims to raise £211,000 amid a financial crisis.
The first small boat migrants of 2026 have arrived in Dover, Kent, in bitterly cold weather. Read about the new Home Office powers to seize phones and the ongoing Channel crisis.
The first small boat migrants of 2026 have arrived in Dover. Read about the new Home Office powers to seize phones and the ongoing Channel crisis.
Millionaire Peter Waddell puts Dover plot up for £5m, blaming council 'heel-dragging' on 120-home affordable scheme. Read the full story of the stalled development.
Thousands of UK households could be eligible for a 100% discount on their council tax bill. Find out if you qualify for a full exemption or a reduction based on your circumstances.
Kidus Tesera cycled from John O'Groats to Dover on a bike made from recycled materials, raising money for Age UK and Mekedonia. His journey restored his faith in community.
Councils in Australia face backlash for slashing Christmas decoration budgets, with critics labelling them 'Grinches' for prioritising red tape over festive spirit. Discover the full story.
British holidaymakers face severe delays as a French border IT failure hits Dover. Meanwhile, Lisbon Airport sees 5-hour queues amid EU's new Entry/Exit System woes. Read the latest travel disruption news.
Britain faces festive travel gridlock with 24 million cars predicted, major rail lines shut until New Year, and long queues at Dover. Plan ahead for Christmas and New Year journeys.
Over 800 people crossed the English Channel in small boats on Saturday, setting a new record for December. The annual total now stands at 41,455. Read the full report on the latest migration figures.
Thousands face Christmas travel chaos with long Dover ferry queues and major train cancellations. RAC warns of record 37.5m leisure trips. Plan your journey now.
Latest figures reveal over 41,000 people have crossed the English Channel in small boats in 2025, with a significant spike of 803 arrivals in a single day. Discover the details of this ongoing migration challenge.
UK families face major Christmas travel disruption with 4-hour airport queues, ferry delays, and record road traffic. Get the latest advice and plan ahead.
Groups of migrants were brought into Dover by Border Force following a series of overnight Channel crossings. The 2025 total has now exceeded 40,000. Read the latest on the UK's response.
Ferry passengers at Dover face hour-long delays due to French border IT issues during the record-breaking Christmas getaway. Plan ahead and allow extra time.
Thousands face severe delays at the Port of Dover after a French border control IT system collapse. Plan your journey and check latest updates now.
Groups of migrants were brought into Dover by Border Force following overnight small boat crossings from France. The 2025 total has now surpassed 40,000. Read the latest on the UK's response.
Groups of migrants brought into Dover by Border Force after overnight Channel crossings. Over 40,000 have made the journey in 2025. Germany passes new law targeting smugglers.
Ferry passengers face hour-long queues at Dover as French border IT systems fail, disrupting the UK's busiest Christmas getaway. Plan ahead and allow extra time.
Thousands of travellers face severe delays at the Port of Dover due to a French border IT failure. Get the latest updates on this breaking Christmas travel story.
Thousands of travellers face severe delays at the Port of Dover due to a French border IT system failure, with freight operations suspended. Get the latest updates on this breaking story.