Foreign Spouses Cost UK Taxpayers Billions, Report Finds
A shocking report reveals foreign partners on visas cost the UK state an average of £109,000 each. Read the full analysis and political reaction here.
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Couple's £66 Tesco shop leaves shoppers in disbelief
A young couple's £66 weekly Tesco shop has sparked a national conversation about grocery costs. Discover their savvy strategies and how others are coping with rising food prices.
Three-year sentence for £1.30 petrol station theft
A repeat offender in Spain has been sentenced to over three years in prison for stealing £1.30 from a petrol station. Discover why the minor theft led to a major sentence.
Fuel price gap costs drivers £4.60 per tank fill-up
AA data reveals petrol pump prices have barely fallen despite a sharp 7p per litre drop in wholesale costs, costing drivers significant savings ahead of Christmas travel. Discover why.
Fuel retailers accused of not passing on oil price savings
UK drivers have been overcharged by £5bn since 2022 as petrol stations fail to reflect falling wholesale oil costs. Find out why pump prices remain stubbornly high.
Badenoch pledges to scrap 2030 petrol car ban after Brands Hatch visit
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch calls for an end to the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel car sales, promising to save taxpayers billions and protect the UK car industry.
Axe-wielding man arrested after BP garage fire in Hampshire
A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire, allegedly started by an axe-wielding individual, engulfed a BP petrol station in Lee-on-the-Solent. Read the full report on the dramatic incident.
Peter Kay's armed raid ordeal at petrol station job
Comedian Peter Kay recounts a shocking armed robbery at his old Esso garage job and opens up about his weight loss journey. Read his full story here.
China responds to EU tariffs with Volvo and Polestar investment
China counters EU's 2035 petrol car ban and tariffs with a major investment in Volvo and Polestar factories in Sweden and Germany, reshaping the electric vehicle trade landscape.
Mum charges family for Christmas dinner
A Rotherham mother explains why she charges adults £20 and children £10 for her 'luxury' Christmas meal, sparking intense debate online about festive hosting costs.
Asda's December fuel promotion: Save 3p per litre
Asda Express launches a festive fuel promotion. Spend £15+ on groceries and save 3p per litre on fuel this December. Find your nearest location and start saving now!
Germany confirms 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars
Germany confirms 2035 ban on new petrol cars after EU agreement. UK motorists face implications as Europe accelerates electric vehicle transition. Read analysis.
Ex-soldier petrol bombs Scottish police station
A former soldier launched homemade petrol bombs at a Police Scotland station in Livingston. PC Kirsty Forsyth narrowly avoided injury. Read the full details.
Former soldier admits petrol bombing police station
Jamie Taylor, 34, pleaded guilty to endangering a constable's life after launching three Molotov cocktails at a Livingston police station. Sentencing set for January.
Woman critically injured in petrol arson attack
A woman is fighting for her life after a suspected attacker doused her in petrol and set her on fire in a horrific incident at her home. Follow for the latest updates on this breaking news story.
Thomas Midgley Jr: History's Most Dangerous Inventor
Explore the chilling story of Thomas Midgley Jr, whose inventions - leaded petrol and CFCs - killed millions and nearly destroyed our planet. Discover how his creations caused lasting environmental damage.
Woman pays council tax on petrol-bombed Durham home
Ellie Haigh's home was firebombed while she slept, leaving it uninhabitable. Yet, Durham Council demands full council tax. Read her shocking story and the bureaucratic battle she now faces.
Bradford fire trial: Man denies murdering four
Sharaz Ali, 40, denies murdering his ex-partner's sister and her three children in a petrol-fuelled house fire in Bradford. The trial continues at Doncaster Crown Court.
Fuel Duty hike could send pump prices to 13-year high
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces pressure as scrapping 5p Fuel Duty relief may push average petrol prices to their highest since 2012. AA warns this would hammer drivers and fuel inflation.
Hidden car switch saves thousands on fuel
Leading motoring experts reveal how a simple dashboard switch, cruise control, can slash fuel consumption by 14%, saving drivers up to £1.65 per hour on motorways.
Petrol station inferno: Smoker's match ignites fuel
Shocking CCTV footage captures the heart-stopping moment a discarded match at a UK petrol station nearly caused catastrophe, as friends narrowly escape a fiery explosion in hair-raising close call.
EV Boom Creates £13B Treasury Black Hole
As petrol and diesel cars disappear from UK roads, the Treasury faces a massive fuel duty shortfall that could force difficult tax decisions. Discover how the switch to EVs is reshaping Britain's fiscal landscape.
Full English Breakfast Costs Soar: Cafe Crisis Deepens
The iconic Great British fry-up faces unprecedented price hikes as eggs, sausages, tea and bread costs skyrocket, putting traditional cafes at risk under Starmer's government.
Fuel Duty Freeze End Fears: New War on Motorists?
Exclusive: Treasury documents reveal plans to end fuel duty freeze, sparking fears of soaring petrol prices and fresh conflict with Britain's drivers amid cost of living crisis.
AA Warning: Never Let Your Fuel Tank Get This Low
The AA has issued an urgent warning to British motorists about a common refuelling habit that could be silently destroying their engines and costing thousands in repairs.
OPEC pauses oil output hikes as prices surge
Global oil markets face turbulence as OPEC+ unexpectedly pauses planned output increases, sending prices soaring while UK manufacturing activity contracts sharply.
Fish & Chip Prices Soar 25% in Cost Crisis
Traditional British fish and chips could become an unaffordable luxury as prices surge by over 25% amid the ongoing cost of living squeeze, new research reveals.
Halloween Candy Prices Soar Amid Tariffs & Climate Issues
British families face frightening Halloween candy costs as Trump tariffs and climate change create the perfect storm for price surges. Discover why your treats are getting terrifyingly expensive.
Electric Cars Produce More CO2 Than Petrol - Shock Study
Groundbreaking research challenges the green credentials of electric vehicles, showing some models generate higher lifetime emissions than traditional petrol cars, raising questions about Britain's net-zero strategy.
7 Reasons You Don't Need an Electric Car Yet
Thinking of switching to electric? Hold that thought! Our expert analysis reveals why sticking with petrol might be smarter for now. Discover the hidden costs and practical limitations of EVs in today's market.
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