Starmer vows 2026 will be year of 'real change' for families
PM Keir Starmer pledges to use every tool to ease the cost of living in 2026, promising families will feel tangible change from government action. Read his full vow.
PM Keir Starmer pledges to use every tool to ease the cost of living in 2026, promising families will feel tangible change from government action. Read his full vow.
A complete guide to all DWP benefit changes in 2026, including Universal Credit reforms, the end of legacy benefits, and State Pension increases. Find out how you will be affected.
UK travellers face higher ticket prices as regional airports grapple with 'unprecedented' property tax increases. Find out which airports are worst hit.
Passengers across the UK are being warned to prepare for higher ticket prices as regional airports face crippling business rates increases of up to 295%. Find out which airports are worst affected.
Passengers across the UK face higher air fares as regional airports grapple with unprecedented business rates increases of up to 295%. Find out which airports are worst hit.
Train passengers in south-east England face soaring fares as new contactless rules align with TfL's peak times. Some could pay double, warns MP. Read the full analysis.
Expansion of contactless pay-as-you-go on UK railways leads to significant fare hikes for some passengers, with MPs warning it risks pricing people off trains. Find out how to secure the cheapest fare.
The rollout of contactless payments to 30 more stations has removed super off-peak tickets, forcing some families to pay 85% more. Read the full analysis of the fare changes and passenger impact.
Columnist Brian Reade delivers his verdict on a tumultuous 2025, from Donald Trump's global impact to UK political shifts and unforgettable cultural moments.
How well do you recall the major stories of 2025? Test your knowledge of politics, royalty, and showbiz with the Press Association's interactive year-end news quiz.
From January 1, 2026, daily public transport fares in Victoria will increase to £11.40. Learn about the new caps, concession rates, and the public's reaction.
Prosecutions for fare-dodging on the London Underground have soared to their highest level in six years, with TfL issuing over 13,000 penalty notices. Discover the details of the crackdown.
An estate agent outlines crucial steps landlords must take before major rental reforms begin on 1 May 2026, including new rolling tenancies and rent rise rules. Get prepared now.
Charles Brohiri, who owes over £30,000 after 180 fare-dodging incidents, has been banned from all GTR services. His sentencing was adjourned amid claims the prosecution was unlawful.
Two women from Bournemouth have been ordered to pay £200 after boasting on social media about dodging a taxi fare. The court heard the driver has stopped night work due to anxiety. Read the full story.
Discover the best books of 2025, from Booker Prize winners to captivating memoirs. Our critic picks 15 essential reads to end your year. Start your reading list now!
UK pub bosses warn the Budget's business rates overhaul threatens jobs and venues, with average bills set to soar by 65.9%. Discover the impact on your local.
Money expert Martin Lewis outlines three positive changes from Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget affecting savings, energy bills and telecoms. Discover how these wins impact you.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces first rail fare freeze in 30 years, saving millions on season tickets and peak travel. Discover what this means for your commute.
Millions of rail passengers in England will see fares frozen in 2026 as part of the government's budget plans. Find out how this decision affects your travel costs.
The UK government confirms an unprecedented rail fare freeze, saving commuters on expensive routes over £300 annually. Part of a wider plan for a modernised, publicly-owned Great British Railways.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils historic rail fare freeze saving passengers £600m. The move comes amid Budget controversy and economic challenges. Read the full details.
Fare evasion costs London's transport network £130m a year. Discover the political crackdown and new barrier plans to tackle the issue. Read the full story.
Foreign Secretary David Lammy becomes embroiled in heated exchange with Paris taxi driver over disputed fare, with video footage sparking political controversy during diplomatic visit.
A taxi driver has been found not guilty of theft after a dispute over a £20 wheelchair fare escalated into a criminal case, with the court ruling no dishonesty was involved.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer finds himself at the centre of a British Transport Police investigation after allegedly failing to pay for his train ticket during a journey from London to Newcastle.
Discover how the shifting bank holiday dates in 2025 will create unique three-day weekends and impact your planning across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Millions of O2 customers face unexpected mid-contract price increases as new Ofcom rules fail to protect against inflation-linked rises. Money saving expert Martin Lewis explains your escape routes.
O2 announces significant price rises for millions of UK mobile customers, with bills set to increase by up to 8.8% this April. Find out how this affects you and what your rights are.
From energy bill adjustments to minimum wage increases and banking reforms, discover how six key financial changes in November 2025 will impact households nationwide.