New Towns Plan Criticised for Lack of Social Housing
Senior planners warn the government's new towns drive risks failing those most in need. Experts argue for focusing on existing communities and brownfield sites instead. Read the full analysis.
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UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
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.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
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.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
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.
10 Home Décor Mistakes That Scare Off Buyers
Award-winning property stager Liv Conlon reveals the top interior design errors that sabotage house sales, from gothic themes to X-rated bedrooms. Learn how to create a buyer-friendly blank canvas.
5 Things to Consider Before a Loft Conversion
Thinking of a loft conversion? Expert advice on planning permission, budgeting, design, and how to maximise your home's value. Essential reading before you start.
Plymouth house prices rise 12.6%, fastest in UK
Plymouth recorded the UK's steepest house price rise in 2025, up 12.6%. Discover the hotspots, London's slump, and the latest property market trends.
Lloyds reveals UK's top 2025 property hotspots
Plymouth leads UK property value growth at 12.6% in 2025, while the South East sees sharpest falls. Discover the full hotspots list and regional trends.
Volunteering with young children builds confidence and skills
Discover how UK families are finding innovative ways to volunteer with toddlers and young children, fostering social skills, confidence, and family bonding. Learn practical tips to get started.
Grand Designs' £7m 'nuclear bunker' castle shocks viewers
A couple's £7 million Grand Designs 'castle' in Warwickshire has been compared to a car park and nuclear bunker. See the controversial build and its staggering costs.
Luxury UK homes unsold for up to seven years
Despite a UK housing shortage, 11 luxury properties, including a £25m London mansion, have failed to sell for years. Discover why opulence isn't always a guarantee.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
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.
5 AI Apps Changing How You Buy a Home
Discover five new AI-powered property search apps, including Jitty and Mappa, that offer smarter home hunting in the UK. Learn how technology aids searches but why human agents remain key.
UK's 10 Most Desirable Postcodes Revealed
New research uncovers the UK's most sought-after postcodes where properties sell up to 30 days faster than average. Discover the top locations for security, schools, and lifestyle.
Neighbour feud over 25-year-old security light after new build
A couple faces complaints from new neighbours over a long-standing motion-sensor light. Discover the legal implications of neighbour disputes in the UK and how to resolve them.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Couple's £2.5m profit on rebuilt Cornish bungalow
A savvy couple are selling their rebuilt Polzeath property for £4m, a £2.5m profit. The controversial three-storey home boasts five ensuite bedrooms and stunning sea views. Read more.
Toddler speech delays surge 'astronomically' due to screens
UK councils report an 'astronomical' rise in under-fives with speech and development delays, linked to increased screentime. Learn the findings and what it means for early years support.
Kate joins business leaders for early years summit
The Princess of Wales convened a major business summit in London to drive investment in early childhood development, highlighting a potential £45.5bn boost for the UK.
Serbia fast-tracks Kushner deal for Belgrade site
Serbia forms joint venture with Jared Kushner's firm to redevelop bombed military headquarters site, sparking protests and controversy over cultural heritage.
Ed Sheeran's Suffolk home plan angers residents
Ed Sheeran faces backlash from Suffolk villagers over plans to merge two historic cottages into one large home, amid local housing shortage concerns. Discover the full story.
Serbians protest Kushner development on army HQ site
Thousands of Serbians are protesting against a luxury hotel development linked to Jared Kushner on the site of Belgrade's former army headquarters. Join the conversation about this controversial project.
Village fury over 65ft 'mega-shed' built via planning loophole
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Trump's Nantucket estate construction sparks local controversy
Former US President Donald Trump faces local opposition to his expansive Nantucket property development, raising questions about luxury construction regulations and community impact in the exclusive Massachusetts island community.
Vietnam Cities Forming Major Economic Corridor
Groundbreaking research from Kyoto University identifies Vietnam's Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City region as an emerging megapolitan area set to transform Southeast Asia's economic landscape by 2030.
Kushner's Belgrade property deal sparks Holocaust-era concerns
Former Trump adviser Jared Kushner faces scrutiny over plans for luxury redevelopment on Belgrade waterfront site with contested ownership history dating back to Holocaust-era seizure.
Mixed Reactions to USAID Cuts: Not Everyone is Mourning
As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.
Homeowner wins £65k legal war over neighbour's development
A determined homeowner has successfully halted neighbouring construction just metres from his property after a gruelling two-year legal battle costing £65,000, setting a precedent for residential development disputes across Britain.
Locals Fury Over £7.5m Grand Designs 'Nazi Fortress' Castle
Residents in a picturesque Warwickshire village deliver scathing verdict on controversial modern castle they've branded 'disgusting' and 'vainglorious' after Channel 4's Grand Designs transformation.
Bankruptcy to boom: City leads UK luxury property
Discover how this once-struggling British city has transformed into the nation's hottest luxury housing market, defying economic expectations and attracting premium buyers.
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