Royal Mail suspends deliveries for UK Bank Holiday Monday
Royal Mail has warned postcode areas across the UK that there will be no deliveries or collections today, Monday, August 31, due to the Summer Bank Holiday.
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Dunelm bedding drops under £5 with cashback deal
Shoppers can get Dunelm's Kent Broad Stripe duvet set for as little as £4.65 thanks to a TopCashback new member offer. The bedding is available in four colours and multiple sizes.
Bolt launches taxi service in Liverpool after e-scooter success
Bolt, which launched 2,000 e-scooters in Liverpool in February, has expanded to private cars, with drivers required to hold local licences.
Is His Rude Attitude Towards His Mum a Red Flag?
A woman in her 30s is worried by her boyfriend's curt behaviour towards his mother and wonders if it signals how he will treat her later. Coleen advises patience and communication before judging.
Everton Transfer News LIVE: Beto, Balogun, Tete, Richarlison, Ndiaye, Grealish
Everton face a hectic final two days of the summer window with Beto heading to Italy for a Fiorentina medical, Kenny Tete deal on track, and interest in Richarlison, Ndiaye, and Grealish.
Bank Holiday supermarket opening times for Aldi, Asda, Lidl, Tesco
Supermarkets including Aldi, Asda, Lidl, M&S, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Tesco and Waitrose will run reduced hours on Bank Holiday Monday, August 31. Check local store timings before heading out.
Neighbour says driveway car idling is illegal - what the law says
A resident asked if idling his diesel car on his driveway for 30 seconds is illegal after a neighbour complained. Here's what the Highway Code and RAC say.
Cheshire pub to undergo six-figure refurbishment
The Church View Inn in Lunts Heath, Cheshire, will close from September 1 for a six-figure refurbishment by Greene King, reopening this autumn.
Video shows scramble for lifejackets before ferry capsizes
New video shows passengers scrambling for lifejackets on the Filo Jet before it capsized off northern Cyprus, killing at least eight people. The captain and seven crew members have been arrested.
25 Greater Manchester roads with roadworks this week
Roadworks are scheduled on 25 roads across Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Salford, Tameside, Rochdale, Oldham, and Wigan this week, causing possible delays.
Rare 1983 New Pence 2p coin worth £1,000 (31.08.2026)
A coin expert says a 1983 New Pence 2p coin, mistakenly minted with old wording, could be worth up to £1,000 and may be in your change.
Grade II-listed cottage near Dolgellau praised by visitors
Gellilwyd Fach, a Grade II-listed cottage at the foot of Cader Idris, earns praise for its location and comfort, ideal for exploring the coast and Eryri National Park.
Wirral's 534 new Bromborough homes 'welcome' despite concerns
Plans for 534 homes in Bromborough, including 110 extra care apartments, are largely welcome, though councillors raise concerns over access to amenities.
B&M's £18 Gothic Wreath Adds Hauntingly Elegant Glow
B&M's new £18 Gothic Pre-Lit Half Wreath features built-in lights for a warm glow, part of a Halloween range including £7 skeleton stakes and £4 spider lights.
Martin Lewis warns Premium Bonds under £5,000 'waste of time'
Martin Lewis warns savers with under £5,000 in Premium Bonds are likely to win little or nothing, despite improved rates and odds announced by NS&I for September 2026.
Tesco Clubcard points now earned at Be.EV chargers
Tesco Clubcard members can now earn points when charging EVs at more than 680 Be.EV sites across the UK, with one point per £1 spent.
Family's £42m EuroMillions win transforms town of 3,000
A French family who won €50m (£42.6m) on the EuroMillions in 2009 have spent their fortune on Saint-Michel, funding the school cafeteria, housing and a nursing home.
TfGM confirms Heywood Metrolink business case work ongoing
Transport for Greater Manchester confirms work continues on a business case for the Heywood Metrolink line, despite no formal approval or confirmed 2028 start date.
Child Benefit deadline: Parents risk losing £2,337 by midnight
Families with teenagers in education must extend Child Benefit claims by 11.59pm on August 31 or risk losing up to £2,337.40 a year, Advice Direct Scotland warns.
Transfer news LIVE: Celtic, Rangers and Scottish clubs eye deals
PSV midfielder Joel van den Berg is set to undergo a Celtic medical, while Rangers close in on Kevin Kelsy's £9m move. Hearts, Hibs, Aberdeen and Motherwell also active with four days left in the window.
EuroMillions-winning family leaves town amazed by £42m spending
A family that won €50m (£42.6m) on EuroMillions in 2009 still benefits all 3,200 residents of Saint-Michel through projects like school meals and housing.
First-time buyer ISA vs Lifetime ISA: which to choose
First-time buyer ISAs and Lifetime ISAs both offer government bonuses, but they work differently. Here is how to decide which is best for you.
Northumberland retreat praised as 'heaven' for winter break
Horseshoe Cottage in Northumberland has been called 'paradise' by guests seeking a tranquil winter escape, with a Grade II-listed stable conversion near Bamburgh and Holy Island.
Amazon Back-to-School Essentials Checklist for Parents
Discover the Amazon back-to-school essentials parents often forget, from safe smartphones and laptops to lunchboxes, water bottles, and stationery sets, all delivered to your door.
My naked getaway in the world’s largest nudist village
Suzanne Noble visits Cap d'Agde's Naturist Village, the world's largest nudist community, and finds body confidence, libertine vibes, and a 70-year-old campsite.
Woman cut out of mum's will can check probate records for £16
A daughter excluded from her mother's will can order probate records for £16, but adult children have no automatic right to inherit, as Sarah Davidson explains.
Nationwide, Lloyds, NatWest round-up savings update
Nationwide confirms its Round Ups feature rounds debit card transactions to the nearest pound, with similar tools at Lloyds, Halifax, Bank of Scotland and NatWest.
Canal lost for 90 years set to be restored in months
A section of the Manchester, Bolton and Bury canal near Little Lever, breached in 1936, will be refilled with water by May 2027, alongside a new café and canoe school.
Tefal 5-Piece Pan Set with £20 Off Praised for Non-Stick
The Tefal Comfort Max Stainless Steel 5-Piece Pots and Pans Set is now £59.99, down from £79.99 on Amazon, with shoppers praising its non-stick performance.
Jimmy Choo Blossom perfume cheaper than Boots in Amazon deal
Jimmy Choo Blossom Eau de Parfum is £23.90 on Amazon, down from £36, undercutting Boots' £45 price for a 40ml bottle.
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