Starmer's 2026 cost of living plan branded a risky gamble
Keir Starmer stakes his future on a 'relentless' cost of living focus, but critics warn his strategy of recycling taxpayer money is a 50-50 gamble. Read the analysis.
Keir Starmer stakes his future on a 'relentless' cost of living focus, but critics warn his strategy of recycling taxpayer money is a 50-50 gamble. Read the analysis.
Greggs increases its iconic sausage roll price to £1.35 and a latte to £2.25, citing wage and energy costs. CEO Roisin Currie warns of a 'tough market' as shares fall. Read the full analysis.
Greggs increases its iconic sausage roll price by 5p and adds 10p to a latte, as CEO warns of a 'tough market'. Discover the firm's strategy amid rising costs and its outlook for 2024.
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
Shop price inflation edged up in December as food costs rose to 3.3%, pressuring household budgets. Experts warn of 'sticky' inflation in 2026. Read the full analysis.
New data reveals UK shop price inflation edged up in December, driven by a sharp rise in food costs to 3.3%. Discover the pressures on household budgets and the outlook for 2026.
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
Pan-Asian chain Wagamama warns of selective menu price increases next year as labour and food costs are set to rise by 4-5%. Find out how the National Minimum Wage hike and NI contributions are impacting your favourite restaurants.
Security bosses warn organised crime gangs are exploiting the Christmas shutdown to steal high-value tools and equipment from UK construction sites, with losses potentially exceeding £100m. Learn how firms can protect their assets.
The Met Office says a white Christmas is 'highly unlikely' for most of the UK, with cold, windy conditions and sunshine expected. Discover the full festive forecast.
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours over Christmas and New Year. Find out which stores are open on Boxing Day and New Year's Eve.
New weather maps forecast significant snow and blizzard conditions across the UK in early January, with up to 8 inches near Manchester. Get the full regional breakdown.
A 12-hour snowstorm is forecast to batter parts of England on January 5. Check if your area is among the 11 counties at risk and prepare for the New Year cold snap.
Stuffed from Christmas dinner? Our guide shows you exactly where to stream festive classics like Elf, Die Hard, Love Actually and more on Netflix, Disney+, Sky and Prime Video in the UK.
Extreme weather and fragile supply chains push up festive food costs. Experts warn of future shortages and civil unrest risk within 50 years. Read the full analysis.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy, and sunny Christmas Day for the UK, with temperatures feeling close to freezing. Get the full festive forecast and travel advice here.
What does 2026 hold for your finances? We analyse expert predictions on interest rates, mortgages, household bills and the UK economy. Plan ahead for the year.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy, and largely dry Christmas Day for the UK, with temperatures feeling close to freezing. Find out the full festive forecast details here.
Over half of UK households anticipate a more expensive festive meal due to soaring energy bills, inflation, and Labour's family farm tax. Poll reveals deep cost-of-living concerns.
Married At First Sight UK star Amy Christopher has unveiled her new boyfriend Darren, sharing a sweet Christmas post years after her 'toxic' split from TV groom Joshua Christie. Read her full love story here.
UK fans can finally mark their calendars. Here are the exact dates and times for Stranger Things Season 5 Part 2 and its epic finale on Netflix.
Conservationists are stunned as record numbers of common octopus appear in UK waters, driven by warming seas. Discover the impact on marine life and fisheries.
A dad's memory of changing into 'pumps' for school has sparked a wave of 80s and 90s nostalgia, revealing the UK's regional names for classic PE shoes. Join the conversation and share your memory!
The Met Office warns 2025 is likely to surpass 2022 as the UK's warmest year, citing 'extraordinary' climate changes. Discover the data and expert analysis.
Virgin Media sweeps all categories in latest UK broadband report. See where your provider ranks for speed, reliability and video quality.
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's hottest year ever recorded, with an average temperature of 10.4°C. Experts warn of escalating climate impacts. Read the full analysis.
The Met Office says 2025 is likely to be the UK's warmest year ever, with an average temperature of 10.05C. Experts warn this is 'devastating' evidence of climate change. Read more and discover what must be done.