£5,500 lump sum for 40,000 ex-mineworkers before Christmas
Nearly 40,000 former coal industry workers receive a 41% pension increase and a £5,500 lump sum after a £2.3bn government transfer. Discover who qualifies.
Nearly 40,000 former coal industry workers receive a 41% pension increase and a £5,500 lump sum after a £2.3bn government transfer. Discover who qualifies.
Former mineworkers receive a 41% pension uplift and £5,500 lump sums after the government ends a decades-old injustice. Discover how the £2.3bn reserve fund transfer brings justice.
As the cold snap hits, discover why ageing windows cause significant heat loss and how modern double glazing can save you up to £235 annually on heating costs.
Expert reveals four eco-renovation secrets most builders won't tell you, from natural insulation to heat pumps, that can dramatically cut costs and increase property value. Join the retrofit revolution.
The UK is poised to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange programme in January 2027, following a breakthrough in negotiations. Discover the details of the deal and what it means for British students.
Judith Leary-Joyce slashed her energy use by 75% and boosted her Victorian home's value by £90,000 through a deep retrofit. Discover her essential tips for an efficient, healthy home.
Eco-renovator Judith Leary-Joyce reveals why builders often overlook key energy-efficient retrofits that slash bills and boost property value. Discover the four upgrades you need to request.
British Gas shares an easy, inexpensive DIY insulation trick to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting this winter. Protect your home from costly leaks and flooding.
Energy expert Hudson Lambert reveals a quick boiler setting change and DIY fixes to slash heating costs this winter. Start saving money on your energy bills today.
Nearly 1,000 Wickes employees are set to receive a £14.1 million payout from a share save scheme, with individual profits reaching over £22,000. Read the full story of this retail success.
Belgian entrepreneur Sander Nevejans transforms discarded mussel beards into sustainable acoustic panels, with backing from King Charles. Discover this innovative green solution for the building industry.
Heating experts reveal a simple, free curtain routine to keep your home warmer and reduce energy costs this winter. Learn the optimal times to open and close them.
Discover the scientific reasons why the UK's damp, humid winter chill feels more biting than Canada's drier, colder temperatures, from thermal conductivity to urban design.
Vacuum glazing offers superior insulation in a slimmer profile than double glazing. We examine its high cost, lifespan, and whether it's a smart investment for UK homes.
The Motability scheme is removing premium brands like BMW and Mercedes to focus on British-built vehicles, aiming to support thousands of UK manufacturing jobs by 2035.
A simple, completely free method can make your radiators more efficient, heating rooms faster and keeping them warmer for longer this winter. Discover the easy hack.
A heating engineer reveals a simple five-minute job to make cold-top radiators heat up hotter and more efficiently, potentially saving you hundreds on energy bills.
300 businesses warn Chancellor against cutting energy efficiency schemes, fearing tens of thousands of job losses and higher bills. Urge government to reconsider.
An interiors expert reveals four hidden reasons your home feels cold and how to fix them without turning up the heating. Save money and stay warm this winter.
Stop heat escaping your roof and save up to £400 annually on heating bills. Expert reveals 6 simple DIY hacks to slash energy costs this winter.
Discover five budget-friendly home improvements, including a £5 draught excluder, that can significantly cut your heating costs this winter. Start saving today!
As a deep freeze hits the UK, heating specialists reveal simple, free methods to reduce energy costs. Learn how bleeding radiators and improving ventilation can save you money.
An energy expert reveals a simple cling film window hack that traps heat and cuts energy costs. This cheap DIY insulation method takes just minutes.
An energy expert urges UK households to use cling film on windows for better insulation. This simple step could reduce heat loss and lower energy costs significantly.
Jasmine Mitchell has been named the winner of Great British Bake Off 2025 after a nail-biting final that saw her triumph over fierce competition with her stunning showstopper creations.
Liverpool baker Jasmine Mitchell triumphs in the Great British Bake Off 2025, winning over judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith with her spectacular showstopper creations.
Major rail reforms promise simplified ticketing and potential fare reductions as Great British Railways prepares to transform passenger experience across Britain.
Jasmine has been named the winner of Great British Bake Off 2025 after a spectacular final showdown that saw her triumph with stunning bakes and technical brilliance.
The Great British Bake Off 2024 has found its winner after an emotional final that saw amateur bakers pushed to their limits with stunning technical challenges and spectacular showstoppers.
Discover how traditional sash windows impact your home's energy efficiency and whether upgrading could save you hundreds on heating costs.