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UK Retail Sales Surge Despite Budget Tax Fears

New data from Barclays reveals UK consumer spending accelerated in September 2025, with retail sales growing 1.5% despite concerns about potential tax rises in the upcoming budget.

Car Spins Out Seconds After UK Emergency Alert Test

Shocking dashcam footage captures the precise moment a car spins out of control on a dual carriageway, just seconds after the UK government's nationwide emergency alert test blasts millions of phones. The incident raises serious questions about the safety

The Good Guys fined £1.1m for misleading sale

Australian electronics retailer The Good Guys has been fined a staggering $AUD 2.1 million (£1.1m) by the Federal Court for running a deceptive 'Massive Sale' that misled customers on pricing and discounts. The ACCC investigation revealed widespread non-c

UK Emergency Alert Test: Lifesaver or 'Nanny State' Overreach?

The UK's new emergency alert system launches this Sunday, promising to warn millions of citizens of imminent danger. But critics raise serious concerns over privacy, safety for abuse victims, and the potential for 'nanny state' overreach.

Minister denies emergency alert test was sabotaged

A Labour frontbencher has been forced to publicly deny allegations that the government's bungled national emergency alert test was deliberately missed or sabotaged, following accusations from Reform UK's Richard Tice.

UK Government Tests National Emergency Alert System

The UK government successfully tested its new nationwide emergency alert system, sending a siren-like message to tens of millions of mobile phones across the country in a landmark rehearsal for future crises.

UK Emergency Phone Alert: Major Test Date Confirmed

The UK government has announced a crucial nationwide test of its new emergency alert system, sending a message to every compatible Samsung Galaxy and smartphone in the country. Here's what you need to know.

UK Emergency Alert: Your Phone Will Scream This Sunday

Millions across the UK will receive a loud, 10-second emergency alert on their mobiles this Sunday at 3pm. The government test aims to revolutionise public safety during life-threatening events like floods or terror attacks.

Emergency Alert Test to Disrupt UK Sports This Sunday

The UK government's nationwide emergency alert test this Sunday at 3pm will cause disruptions to live sports including Premier League football and County Championship cricket matches, with stadiums preparing for the mass notification.

UK Emergency Alert Test: Your Phone Will Scream Sunday

The UK government will test its new nationwide emergency alert system this Sunday, April 23rd, at 3pm. Every compatible mobile phone will receive a loud, siren-like warning. Here is everything you need to know about the test and how to opt out if necessar

UK Emergency Alert Test: This Sunday on All Phones

The UK government will test its new nationwide emergency alert system this Sunday, 23rd April, sending a loud siren-like message to every compatible mobile phone. Find out what to expect and how it works.

UK Gov's 'Armageddon' Alert Test: Opt-In Sunday

The UK government is conducting a major test of its emergency alert system this Sunday. Find out how to opt-in to receive the potentially alarming 'Armageddon'-style warning on your mobile device and what it means for national security.

Martin Lewis Slams ITV Over 'Misleading' Advert

Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis publicly criticises ITV for airing an advert he claims dangerously mimics his trusted style, potentially misleading vulnerable viewers.

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