Council Tax Could Soar 75% in Wealthier Areas
Labour's new funding formula diverts cash to deprived councils, forcing affluent areas to hike taxes. Wandsworth and Westminster could see bills skyrocket. Is this fair?
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Greece's rare monk seals threatened by tourism surge
Greece's population of 500 rare Mediterranean monk seals, half the world's total, faces a growing peril from unregulated marine tourism. New protected areas offer hope, but enforcement is key to their survival.
Holographic socialising predicted for UK homes in 10 years
A new survey reveals 11% of Brits believe holographic meet-ups will be mainstream within 10 years. Vodafone research shows our growing reliance on broadband for smart homes, AI assistants, and next-gen security.
Crime Severity Map Reveals Most Ravaged Areas in England & Wales
A new interactive map reveals the areas hardest hit by crime in England and Wales, with Blackpool suffering the highest severity outside London. Explore the data and see how your region scores.
Virgin Media £299 Smart Glasses Freebie Ends Soon
Virgin Media is offering free Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses worth £299 with selected TV and broadband bundles. This festive deal expires on 17 December 2025.
Virgin Media offers 3 months free on Sky Sports bundles
Sports fans can still grab a huge saving on TV packages with Sky Sports. Virgin Media is offering three months free on its Sport and Sport + Cinema bundles, cutting bills by over £170.
New wood burner rules proposed to cut air pollution
The UK government launches a consultation on stricter rules for wood burners and bonfires to reduce harmful PM2.5 emissions by 30% by 2030. Read the full details.
UK landline switch-off: 12 postcodes next on list
The first UK landline exchange has been switched off as part of the national digital upgrade. Discover the 12 postcodes next in line and what this fibre transition means for you.
Reeves summons telecoms bosses over price rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves demands telecoms firms protect consumers from unexpected mid-contract price increases. Find out how this affects your mobile and broadband bills.
Virgin Media's Quick Test for Your Wi-Fi Signal
Struggling with slow broadband? Virgin Media reveals a simple dBm signal test to instantly check your Wi-Fi performance. Discover how to find your reading and boost your connection today.
Cotswolds villages embrace strict planning rules
Residents in picturesque Cotswolds villages support Article 4 directives that control everything from front door colours to garden changes, preserving historic charm despite frustrations.
TalkTalk announces £4 monthly price rise for new customers
TalkTalk increases prices for new and re-contracting customers by £4 monthly from April 2026. Discover how this compares to other providers and what it means for your bills.
UK broadband blackspots slower than developing nations
Shocking analysis reveals 130,000 British homes have internet speeds lagging behind Libya and Cameroon. Discover England's worst-affected areas and why our broadband never recovered from 1990s policy.
British Airways adds Starlink Wi-Fi across fleet
British Airways partners with Elon Musk's Starlink to deliver high-speed, free Wi-Fi across its fleet, transforming the passenger experience with seamless streaming and connectivity.
UK Mobile Price Hikes: Major Providers Increase Bills
Millions of UK mobile and broadband customers face price increases of up to 8.8% as major providers implement annual mid-contract hikes this spring. Discover which companies are raising costs and how to potentially avoid the increases.
BT to cut 55,000 jobs by 2030 in major restructuring
BT Group reveals plans to slash up to 55,000 positions by 2030, including 10,000 roles replaced by AI and automation technologies, as part of its ongoing digital transformation strategy.
Free calculator reveals if you're overpaying bills
Discover how millions of UK households could save hundreds of pounds annually by using a revolutionary free tool that compares your essential bills against the best market rates.
Ofcom demands government action on missing connectivity data
The UK's communications regulator has issued a stern warning to ministers over their failure to provide crucial data needed to tackle Britain's digital divide and improve mobile coverage.
Travel Experts Name London's Worst Tourist Area
Industry insiders name Westminster as London's worst tourist area, citing overcrowding, overpricing and underwhelming experiences that trap visitors.
LA Gym Bans Trans Member From Lesbian Area
A Los Angeles fitness centre sparks controversy after excluding a transgender member from women-only spaces, igniting heated debate about LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion policies.
Router placement mistakes slowing your broadband
Experts reveal how simple router placement changes can dramatically improve your Wi-Fi performance and eliminate frustrating dead zones throughout your home.
Labour's Surrey Strategy Exposes Stark Wealth Divide
Exclusive investigation reveals how Labour's 'two-tier' Surrey strategy highlights dramatic wealth inequality between affluent towns and struggling communities in England's richest county.
England's Most Deprived Areas Revealed in New Data
Shocking new government data exposes England's deprivation hotspots, with coastal towns Blackpool and Clacton facing the most severe challenges. Discover how your area compares.
Worst UK Broadband & Mobile Providers Revealed in Ofcom Data
New Ofcom data reveals which UK telecom giants are drowning in customer complaints as broadband and mobile services fail to meet expectations. Discover the worst offenders and how they compare.
EE faces Ofcom investigation over service complaints
UK telecoms giant EE under scrutiny as regulator Ofcom launches investigation into customer complaints about broadband, landline and TV services.
EE Named Worst UK Broadband Provider in Ofcom Report
Shocking Ofcom data reveals EE is Britain's most complained-about broadband provider as customers face endless connection woes and poor service.
Postcode Poverty: UK's Deprivation Map Revealed
Shocking new data exposes the stark reality of deprivation across Britain, with some communities facing challenges comparable to developing nations while others enjoy unprecedented prosperity.
Virgin Media O2 partners with Starlink for UK coverage boost
Virgin Media O2 announces groundbreaking collaboration with Elon Musk's Starlink to enhance mobile network coverage across Britain, eliminating signal blackspots in remote areas.
Urgent WiFi Router Warning Puts Millions at Risk
UK households face serious cybersecurity threats from outdated router software. Experts reveal how a basic firmware update could prevent devastating hacks and data theft.
Mobile price hikes: O2, Virgin & EE confirm April increases
Millions of UK mobile and broadband customers are set for price increases this April as major providers implement inflation-busting hikes. Discover which networks are affected and how much extra you'll pay.
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