UK electric car sales hit record high with subsidy boost
UK electric car sales hit record high in September, boosted by government grants up to £3,750, with EVs rising nearly a third year-on-year.
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UK Regional Wealth Gap Widens as South East Pulls Ahead
EY report warns UK regional growth gap will widen, with London and South East outpacing other areas despite levelling-up efforts.
Outrage as England's Water Companies Report Record Sewage Discharges
Water companies in England face outrage as data reveals record sewage discharges in 2023, with a 105% rise in raw sewage hours. Calls for environmental emergency.
Nigel Farage Revamps Surrey Home After £5m Gift
Nigel Farage revamped his grade II-listed Surrey home after receiving a £5 million gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne, with renovation costs estimated up to £350,000.
Veeraswamy Battles Eviction from Historic Regent Street Home
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is taking the Crown Estate to court to avoid eviction from its historic Regent Street location after lease renewal was refused.
'Hopelessly insolvent': how 'saviour of steel' Sanjeev Gupta's global empire unravelled
Sanjeev Gupta's steel empire collapses as UK court rules 'hopelessly insolvent'; government takes over South Yorkshire plants.
Home Bargains £25 Shoe Cabinet Keeps Hallways Clutter-Free
Home Bargains sells a Two-Tier Shoe Cabinet for £24.99, offering stylish storage for up to eight pairs of shoes in small spaces, making hallways feel fresher and cleaner.
Summer Strikes at Scottish Airports Averted After Pay Deals
Strike action at Edinburgh and Glasgow airports during the summer holidays has been averted after Unite the Union secured pay deals for over 400 workers at Edinburgh and nearly 400 at Glasgow.
Rich Family Offers £60k for Live-In Dog Companion and Estate Assistant
Wealthy family seeks live-in dog companion and estate assistant for £60k salary plus cottage on Surrey estate.
Brit Tourist Missing in Tenerife as Search Intensifies
British tourist Gerallt, 28, missing in Tenerife after failing to board return flight; international search underway.
Nationwide Provides Update on Potential Bonus Payment for Members
Nationwide Building Society updates on potential Fairer Share bonus payment for members, with announcement expected on 21 May.
Tunisia Sack Lamouchi After Crushing World Cup Defeat
Tunisia have reportedly sacked head coach Sabri Lamouchi after a 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their World Cup opener, with Wahbi Khazri set to take over as interim manager.
Morrisons Rolls Out Wilko DIY Aisles in UK Supermarket Overhaul
Morrisons launches Wilko DIY aisle in Speke store, with plans for 20+ locations by 2026. Also introduces supersized Hot Cross Bun Loaf.
Check Your Energy Bill Name For £150 Warm Home Discount
Government urges eligible households to check name on energy bill before 24 August for automatic £150 Warm Home Discount.
Dusk Shoppers Save £96 on Berlin-Style Chest
Dusk offers a double discount on the Susie 6 Drawer Chest in taupe or sand, reducing the price from £259 to £162.90 with code EXTRA, saving over £96.
Hair '20x stronger' with Home Bargains shampoo at £8
Home Bargains sells Sebastian Professional No. Breaker shampoo for £7.99, down from £45.50. The 1L bottle claims to strengthen hair and prevent breakage.
Yan Diomande Transfer Could Lead to Liverpool Signing
Liverpool may miss out on Yan Diomande to PSG, but his move could trigger Bradley Barcola's transfer to Anfield, providing an exciting alternative for the Reds.
PIP Reforms May Affect Blue Badge and Motability Users
The DWP has confirmed that the PIP mobility component will be reviewed alongside daily living, with findings due this autumn. This could affect Blue Badge holders and Motability Scheme users.
Los Angeles Hosts First Bakery Half Marathon Walk
Los Angeles hosted its first bakery half marathon walk, with 50 participants walking seven hours and stopping at local bakeries.
Spain vs Cape Verde: TV Channel, Kick-Off Time for World Cup
Spain face Cape Verde in their World Cup 2026 opener. Find kick-off time, TV channel, live stream, radio coverage, team news, and head-to-head record.
Avoid Bill Shock Abroad with eSIM Trick
Brits heading abroad can avoid expensive roaming charges by using eSIM technology. Services like Airalo offer affordable data plans, with unlimited options from £9.
Aging Amateur Footballer Faces Another Season Of Pain
A 47-year-old amateur footballer describes the physical challenges of another season, including a rib injury and age-related aches, but insists playing still beats watching.
Stonegate Pub Group Considers Selling 1,000 Sites to Reduce £3 Billion Debt
Stonegate, Britain's largest pub group, considers selling up to 1,000 pubs worth £1bn to reduce £3bn debt from 2019 merger and Covid losses.
Seahouses House Prices Plunge 38% in a Year
Seahouses in Northumberland saw the steepest house price decline among UK seaside towns, with values dropping 38% year-on-year. Experts cite market normalisation and buyer selectivity.
HS2 Delayed by Two More Years as Costs Soar
HS2 delayed by two more years due to soaring costs; Birmingham to Crewe stretch put on hold and major road schemes slowed.
Retro Gaming Consoles Now Worth Thousands on eBay
Vintage Atari 2600 consoles and retro toys like Action Man and Airfix models are selling for thousands on eBay, driven by nostalgia.
UK Wilderness Rescues Surge 40% Amid Survival Crisis
UK wilderness rescues surge 40% as survival rates drop. Learn from real survival stories and expert insights on staying safe in the wild.
UK Inflation Rises to 3.4% in December, First Increase in Five Months
UK inflation rose to 3.4% in December, driven by air fares and tobacco, but analysts see it as temporary. Bank of England rate cut unlikely in February.
Reform's Migrant Labour Tax: What You Need to Know
Robert Jenrick unveils Reform UK's Employers' Migrant Labour Levy, taxing firms for foreign workers to fund NI cuts for British hires, aiming to reduce benefits and end cheap labour.
Eastern Airways on Brink of Collapse, Flights Cancelled
Eastern Airways, a UK airline carrying 1.3m passengers yearly, is on brink of collapse with all flights cancelled after filing for administration.
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