UK lorry firm collapses after plunging into administration
Chambers and Cook (Eastern) Limited, a Lincolnshire haulier, has collapsed after entering administration on August 13, with its licence for 20 HGVs now considered for surrender.
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State pensioners urged to delay pension to avoid HMRC tax bills
State pensioners can avoid an HMRC tax bill by delaying their state pension, with deferrals boosting payments by nearly 5.8% per year.
Southport food shop applies for alcohol licence
The Baltic Food Store in Southport has applied to Sefton Council to vary its premises licence for alcohol off-sales from 6am to midnight daily. Representations must be lodged by September 15, 2026.
Pensioners urged to claim £3,900 a year despite income
State pensioners on higher incomes can still claim Pension Credit, worth £3,900 on average, thanks to unassessed benefits and additions.
John Healey shelves defence spending pledge in U-turn
Chancellor John Healey has shelved plans for a defence spending uplift, weeks after resigning over the issue and helping oust Sir Keir Starmer.
Rashford to reject Fenerbahce as Man United seek late window solution
Marcus Rashford is set to turn down a transfer to Fenerbahce, according to reports, despite Manchester United still being open to him leaving this summer.
Older state pensioners face tax rule exclusion despite exemption
Older basic state pensioners with additional DWP pension payments will not get tax exemption, even with no other income, despite the policy kept by Andy Burnham.
EuroMillions and Thunderball winning numbers for £59m jackpot
The EuroMillions jackpot was £59 million on Friday August 28. Winning numbers: 7, 14, 28, 42, 45, Lucky Stars 6 and 9. Thunderball: 6, 9, 10, 28, 34, Thunderball 14.
Expert verdict on which taxes Andy Burnham will raise
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has refused to rule out tax rises in the Autumn Budget, with experts warning of limited room to manoeuvre. Financial expert Michele Tieghi has given his verdict on which taxes are likely to be raised.
Older State Pensioners Get £100 Winter Fuel Boost
Older state pensioners will get an automatic £100 increase in Winter Fuel Payments this winter, with payments rising from £200 to £300 under new PM Andy Burnham.
Velvet Bedspread Reduced to £29 at Dusk
The Leona Luxury Quilted Velvet Bedspread at Dusk has been cut from £45 to £29, with shoppers praising its rich look and quality.
River Island confirms Bristol store closure with 30% off sale
River Island's Longwell Green store in Bristol will close permanently on September 16, with a 30% off closing down sale now underway as part of a wider restructuring plan.
State pensioners set for boosted £12,861 tax-free allowance
State pensioners will get a boosted £12,861 tax-free Personal Allowance from April 2027 under PM Andy Burnham, who has confirmed the triple lock and tax exemption for pension-only income.
Bev Craig: Tyldesley warehouses 'doesn't sit right'
Greater Manchester mayor Bev Craig says the giant 'cruise ship' warehouses in Tyldesley 'doesn't sit right' with her after meeting residents and seeing the site first-hand.
New UK supermarket price labelling rules now in force
Aldi, Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and other major UK supermarkets must now comply with updated Price Marking Order rules on unit pricing and loyalty prices, in force since April 2026.
iPhone 13 drops to £199 ahead of rumoured iPhone 18 launch
A refurbished iPhone 13 is now available for £199, down from £449, via Wowcher ahead of Apple's rumoured September 9 event.
EuroMillions results LIVE: Friday August 28 winning numbers
Tonight's EuroMillions draw offers a £59m jackpot. Thunderball numbers are drawn at 8pm, followed by EuroMillions at 8.30pm. Follow live updates for the winning numbers.
M6 Thelwall Viaduct repairs: 40mph limit for 180,000 drivers
Repair work on the Thelwall Viaduct will cut the speed limit to 40mph, affecting around 180,000 motorists daily as £27m joint replacements begin.
Charlotte Tilbury blush under £20: How to get the deal
Charlotte Tilbury's new Airbrush Flawless Blush Blur, ideal for mature skin, can be bought for £19.71 with a TopCashback offer, down from £35.
UK households with heating oil handed £350 payments
UK households with heating oil will receive compensation payments of up to £350 after the CMA intervened over cancelled orders during the price surge.
Best Labor Day deals 2024: Ninja, Garmin, Our Place and more
Labor Day offers end-of-season discounts on kitchen, home, beauty, outdoor, tech and tools. Here are 42 favorite deals to prepare for autumn.
Pony pints at Liverpool pub to mark Judy the donkey anniversary
Liverpool's oldest pub welcomed ponies Millie and Moses to mark 100 years since the death of Judy the Donkey, with a weekend of fundraising for Park Palace Ponies.
Liz Earle night cream £19.60 as shoppers praise 'hydrated' skin
Liz Earle's Revitalise & Glow Radiance Reveal Night Cream is reduced to £19.60, with shoppers saying it hydrates aged skin perfectly and leaves it smoother.
EMR: essential journeys only on Bank Holiday
East Midlands Railway warns of significant disruption on August Bank Holiday weekend due to strikes and engineering works, urging essential travel only.
Octopus launches £450 plug-in solar panels to cut bills
Octopus Energy becomes first major supplier to roll out plug-in solar panels after new rules legalised them across Great Britain, with kits from £450 saving up to £150 a year.
Whitley Bay restaurant's alcohol licence bid faces objections
Objections have been lodged against Friez & Burgz's bid for a seven-day alcohol licence at its Whitley Road branch, with councillors to decide next week.
EuroMillions: £59M jackpot up for grabs in Friday draw
A £59M EuroMillions jackpot is up for grabs in Friday, August 28's draw, with a guaranteed £1M Millionaire Maker prize also on offer.
EuroMillions £59m jackpot draw results and Thunderball numbers
The EuroMillions draw for a £59m jackpot took place on Friday, August 28, with results announced at 8.30pm. Thunderball also offered £500,000.
Last chance to buy Switch 2 before UK price hike
Nintendo Switch 2 prices rise from September 1, 2026. UK cost will be £419.99, up £24. Deals available now at Very and Amazon before the increase.
Premier League clubs set to smash transfer spending record
Premier League clubs are on course to break the £3.14bn transfer spending record, with several £100m-plus deals in the pipeline. Secret agreements and player-led negotiations are reshaping the window.
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