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.
A grieving cat owner found a sign in a fortune cookie after her pet died, leading her to adopt a shelter cat named Acorn. Read this touching story of fate and healing.
A grieving cat owner found a sign in a fortune cookie after her pet Ella died, leading her to adopt a shelter cat named Acorn. Read this heartwarming story of pet loss and new beginnings.
A 28-year-old professional real tennis player explains why his home is the historic and reportedly haunted Hampton Court Palace. Discover the unique sport that made it possible.
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.
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.
San Francisco's Richmond District residents, hit by a Christmas blackout, now face sleepless nights due to 100-decibel generators. PG&E faces criticism for its handling of the crisis.
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.
A tit-for-tat ban on rival rental e-bike firms by Hounslow and Richmond councils has turned affluent suburbs into dumping grounds for discarded cycles. Residents and businesses are furious.
Hollywood stars Tom Holland and Zendaya swap LA glamour for a festive UK break with his family, enjoying theatre trips, curry nights, and a visit to The Traitors experience. Discover their low-key holiday plans.
Zendaya and fiancé Tom Holland were spotted walking their dog in Richmond Park ahead of Christmas with his family. The couple will reunite on screen in Christopher Nolan's epic 'The Odyssey'. Read more.
Betty Reid Soskin, the oldest active US National Park Service ranger, has died at 104. Her life of activism and storytelling at Rosie the Riveter park leaves a profound legacy. Read her remarkable story.
Drivers in Twickenham and Richmond faced a costly shock as high tides flooded the Thames, submerging parked cars. Pub warns motorists to avoid riverside parking.
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces a £60 million budget shortfall next year even with a maximum council tax rise. Leaked documents reveal spending pressures and fears of severe service cuts.
Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.
A healthy, mature cherry tree in Kew was mistakenly chopped down after contractors confused streets with the same name. The firm has apologised and sourced a replacement. Read the full story.
A lost baby fur seal caused pandemonium after wandering into a Richmond craft beer bar. Staff used salmon to lure it out before conservation rangers arrived. Read the full story.
TV presenter Holly Willoughby has been ordered to pay over £2,400 and received six penalty points for driving without due care after a collision with a moped rider in London. Read the full details.
Outraged parents demand cancellation of Tania LeCoq's festive theatre show for 0-5 year olds, calling it 'extremely inappropriate'. Conservative campaigners threaten protests.
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
Homeowners in affluent Richmond, London, give mixed reception to Rachel Reeves's council tax surcharge on properties valued over £2m. Discover the local impact and market reactions.
Three gang members convicted of £1.1 million luxury watch robbery that led to shop manager Oliver White's suicide. Read the full story of this tragic crime.
For three decades, HMS Richmond has evolved from Cold War submarine hunter to modern drone defender. Discover how this warship remains the backbone of Britain's fleet. Watch the exclusive report.
Filming for Ted Lasso's fourth season is underway in Richmond, transforming the area into a tourist hotspot. Discover how locals are reacting to the ongoing Hollywood presence.
Court hears alleged robber was promised £5,000 for 'consented' £1.1 million watch heist before salesman Oliver White took his own life. Trial continues at Woolwich Crown Court.
Richmond Tigers legend Dustin Martin is in talks for a sensational footy return in a 2025 exhibition match. Get the latest on his training and Richmond's rebuild.