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Check Your Council Tax Band to Save Thousands

Martin Lewis urges millions in England and Scotland to check their council tax band, as flawed 1991 valuations mean many are overpaying. Discover how to challenge your band and potentially claim back thousands.

Check Your Council Tax Band to Save Thousands

Martin Lewis warns hundreds of thousands of homes in England and Scotland are in the wrong council tax band, leading to massive overpayments. Learn how to check and challenge your band.

Martin Lewis: Win a £6,000 Council Tax Refund

Martin Lewis reveals how thousands may be overpaying council tax. Follow his two-step check to challenge your band and potentially claim a backdated refund, just like one viewer who got £6,000 back.

Trump Approval Rating Hits Record Low of 36%

Donald Trump ends his first year back in the White House with a record-low 36% approval rating, matching his own previous low. Discover the key factors behind the slump.

Reform's Kent Council Budget Gap Hits £60m

Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces a £60 million budget shortfall next year even with a maximum council tax rise. Leaked documents reveal spending pressures and fears of severe service cuts.

Trump's Youth Support Plummets to -46 in New Poll

A new CBS/YouGov poll reveals President Trump's approval with voters aged 18-29 has crashed from +10 to -46. Analysis points to policy concerns and waning influencer backing. Read the full breakdown.

Swindon Council pays £138k after own vans clamped

Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.

Scotland's First Center Parcs Gets Planning Approval

Planning officials recommend approval for Scotland's first £450m Center Parcs near Hawick. The 'transformational' project, opening in 2029, promises 700 lodges and major economic benefits for the Borders.

Poll: Half of Americans See Trump as 'Poor' President

A new YouGov survey reveals nearly 50% of US adults believe Donald Trump will be remembered as a 'poor' or 'below average' president, as his approval ratings hit record lows. Read the full analysis.

FDA's New Vaccine Protocol Sparks Safety Debate

FDA's Dr Vinay Prasad announces stricter vaccine approval process following claims Covid vaccines killed children. Experts call move 'dangerous' as it may slow vaccine pipeline and upend established immunisation guidance.

Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs

Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.

70% of Latino voters disapprove of Trump

New Pew Research shows overwhelming Latino disapproval of Trump's presidency, with 70% criticising his job performance and policies. Discover the shifting political landscape.

NHS approves next-generation leukaemia cure

A groundbreaking 'next generation' CAR T-cell therapy for leukaemia, developed in the UK, has been approved for NHS use. This one-time treatment offers new hope with high remission rates. Discover how this medical breakthrough could save lives.

Reeves in 'Last-Chance Saloon' Over Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a crucial Budget with record low approval ratings. Pollster warns she is 'losing the room' with voters on the economy and public services.

Trump's approval rating slumps 10 points in two months

Exclusive polling reveals Donald Trump's approval rating has hit a new low, dropping 10 points in two months. Voters cite his economic and immigration policies as key reasons for the decline. Discover the full analysis.

Poll: 67% Prefer Spending Cuts to Tax Rises in Budget

New polling reveals 67% of Britons want Rachel Reeves to cut government spending rather than increase taxes in this week's crucial Budget. Discover the public's verdict on Labour's economic leadership.

Trump approval rating hits record low in new polls

Donald Trump faces lowest approval ratings since returning to White House as Steve Bannon urges aggressive messaging on economy. New polls reveal voter discontent over Epstein files and cost of living crisis.

Commentator: 'Defeated' Trump Knows End Is Near

A political commentator analyses Donald Trump's 'defeated' White House appearance, suggesting he knows his political and legal challenges are mounting. Read the full analysis here.

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