Teacher fined for UK littering while in France
A retired teacher was wrongly fined £100 for dropping a cigarette in Nottingham. He was 250 miles away in France at the time, exposing a council error.
A retired teacher was wrongly fined £100 for dropping a cigarette in Nottingham. He was 250 miles away in France at the time, exposing a council error.
A retired teacher was fined £100 for dropping a cigarette in Nottingham while he was actually in France. Nottingham City Council apologised after a mix-up, but the case highlights concerns over automated enforcement.
A 76-year-old retired teacher was wrongly fined for throwing a cigarette from his car in Nottingham while he was actually eating breakfast in Normandy, France. Read the full story of the administrative error and cloned plates.
The energy price cap has increased, adding £3 to the typical annual bill. Experts advise shopping for a fixed deal to save money as further changes are predicted for April.
The Ofgem energy price cap increases from 1 January, adding £3 to the typical annual bill. Experts advise shopping for fixed deals as colder weather hits.
BBC viewers erupt over Celebrity Apprentice's festive special result, branding it a 'fix' after Lord Sugar's surprising decision. Discover the winning team and the fan backlash.
Households in England could face £80 fixed penalties for bin placement issues causing a nuisance. Learn the rules to avoid fines.
Average mortgage rates have hit a 14-month low, falling below 6.2% for the first time since October 2024. Experts say this offers a 'welcome gift' for homebuyers. Read more on what this means for the UK housing market.
Exclusive data reveals a shocking lack of enforcement against fly-tipping across England, with thousands of incidents going unpunished. Discover which councils are failing to act.
A new UK survey crowns Home Alone as the nation's top festive film, while settling the debate on Die Hard. Test your knowledge with our tricky Christmas movie quiz.
Jake Paul's promoter confirms lawyers are pursuing critics who allege his knockout loss to Anthony Joshua was scripted. Read the full story on the legal crackdown.
Promoter Eddie Hearn has vehemently denied claims the Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul fight was fixed, revealing Paul suffered a broken jaw and may never box again. Read the full story.
British Gas, E.ON Next and Octopus confirm automatic £150 bill savings from April for fixed tariff customers. Uswitch warns millions may miss out as other suppliers stay silent.
Over seven million UK households risk incorrect, inflated energy bills from January 1st. Submit a meter reading and compare fixed tariffs now to save up to £233.
E.ON follows British Gas and Octopus in pledging to pass on a £150 annual energy bill cut announced in the Budget to all customers, including those on fixed tariffs. Find out how you will benefit.
Senior citizens and fixed-income residents in a Las Vegas condo community successfully overturned a proposed 78% HOA fee increase, fearing home loss. Discover how they fought back.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a £150 cut to household energy bills from April. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband urges suppliers to extend the saving to those on fixed tariffs. Read the full story.
The 2012 film 'The Impossible', based on a true survival story from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, airs on BBC One. Featuring Ewan McGregor and a young Tom Holland.
Nationwide Building Society has intensified the mortgage rate war, cutting its fixed-rate deals to as low as 3.60%. Discover how this impacts borrowers and the UK housing market.
Ministers ban private firms from keeping 50-100% of litter fines in England. New statutory guidance aims to end 'for-profit' enforcement injustice. Read the latest.
As Ofgem's energy price cap rises to £1,758 in January, discover actionable tips to reduce your bills, from fixed tariffs to government support. Start saving today.
UK households urged to check energy tariffs immediately as expert reveals simple switch could save up to £315 annually. Act now before winter price hikes bite.
Considering an adjustable-rate mortgage? Discover the pros, cons, and essential factors to determine if this UK property finance option aligns with your homeownership goals.
Energy expert reveals how switching suppliers could save households £315 annually. Act now before winter price hikes take full effect. Compare tariffs today!
Explore Oliver Laxe's acclaimed film 'Sirāt', a spiritual journey blending desert raves and climate anxiety. Spain's Oscar entry is a must-see cinematic event.
Westpac hikes fixed mortgage rates, signalling the potential bottom of the interest-rate cycle. Expert David Koch warns of higher-for-longer inflation, dashing hopes for imminent cuts.
A mental health nurse in West London faces a £1,000 fine for fly-tipping after leaving a cardboard envelope next to an overflowing communal bin. The council is reviewing the case.
Discover the exclusive club of television shows, films and performances that received The Guardian's ultimate critical condemnation - the elusive zero-star review.
Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.
Nationwide Building Society has launched significant mortgage rate cuts across its product range, offering relief to borrowers amid changing market conditions.