Petrol prices hit 3.5-year high as AA blasts 'over-priced' pumps
Petrol prices have surged to a three-and-a-half year high, averaging 161.6p per litre, with diesel at 183.4p, as the AA criticises over-priced and uncompetitive pump pricing.
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Couple's shock after knocking down kitchen wall reveals cellar
A Kent couple knocked down a kitchen cupboard wall after nine years and discovered a vast cellar with corridors, rooms, and handprints beneath their home.
Dunelm shoppers 'don't want to get up' from cosy £24 fleece
Dunelm's Supersize Bubble Family Fleece Throw, priced £24, is praised as 'super soft' and 'massive' by shoppers, with £2 from each sale going to Age UK until November 21.
Asda 'still in foothills of recovery' despite sales rebound
Asda boss Allan Leighton says the supermarket is roughly a third of the way through its turnaround, as sales return to growth for the first time in two years.
Asda boss warns heatwave will trigger higher prices
Asda's executive chairman Allan Leighton says there is "no doubt" extreme heatwaves will push up fresh produce prices, including potatoes, broccoli and cucumber.
Blue Badge renewal hack: apply early to avoid £1,000 fine
Renewing a Blue Badge up to 12 weeks early ensures the new permit starts the day after the old one expires, keeping it always valid and avoiding a £1,000 fine for misuse.
Gatwick hit by second water outage in a month, restaurants closed
Gatwick Airport's North Terminal has closed restaurants and cafes due to a water outage, the second in a month. Flights are not affected.
One in five pack a week's luggage into carry-on bag
One in five holidaymakers have crammed a week's worth of luggage into a carry-on bag to avoid fees, a poll of 2,000 people found.
Cat pooing in your garden? Your legal rights explained
UK law experts explain what homeowners can and cannot do about cat fouling in their garden, including the legal right to roam and practical deterrents.
M&S shoppers bag £36 chocolate saddle bag for £18
M&S shoppers are snapping up a 'beautiful' chocolate brown saddle bag, reduced from £36 to £18 after cashback for new TopCashback members who are also new M&S customers.
One in five Brits cram a week's luggage into carry-on to beat fees
One in five Brits pack a week's worth of luggage into a carry-on bag to avoid costly airline baggage fees, according to a new poll.
Holidaymakers cram cabin bags to dodge baggage fees
One in five holidaymakers pack a week's worth of belongings into hand luggage to avoid baggage fees, with 58% going to extraordinary lengths to dodge costs.
Carmarthen 84-home plan approved, River Towy concerns remain
Carmarthenshire Council’s planning committee has approved an 84-home development off Ffordd Pendre, half of which will be affordable, subject to a revised River Towy impact assessment being authorised by NRW.
Cat pooing in your garden? Legal experts explain your rights
UK homeowners can't sue over cat fouling due to the legal 'right to roam'. Experts advise friendly talks, deterrents, and note that damage claims are difficult and costly.
Gatwick Airport hit by another water outage, closures reported
Gatwick Airport has suffered another water outage, weeks after a similar issue, forcing toilets and restaurants to close, passengers report.
Hickory's Smokehouse to Open in Historic Bold Heath Pub
Hickory's Smokehouse will open in Bold Heath's former Griffin Inn pub in mid-September, taking bookings from Friday, September 18.
Primark £28 trench coat 'identical' to £260 designer style
Primark's £28 Belted Funnel Neck Mac is 'identical' to Tommy Hilfiger's £260 trench, with influencers urging shoppers to 'run' for the viral autumn coat.
Homebuyers need extra £18,200 deposit as rates rise
Average five-year fixed mortgage rates have risen from below 4% in January to around 4.8% today, meaning homebuyers now need an extra £18,200 in deposit funds, Zoopla warns.
The Entertainer launches first loyalty scheme with 10% off
The Entertainer has launched its first loyalty programme, The Entertainer Rewards, offering members a 10% welcome discount in-store and online until September 9.
UK petrol prices hit highest level in nearly four years
UK petrol prices have reached their highest level in almost four years, with average unleaded at 142.3p per litre, as millions embark on bank holiday getaways.
Best August Bank Holiday Deals UK Tested Products
The best August bank holiday deals on tested UK products, including tech, home, and lifestyle items, with expert recommendations and savings.
Pensioners warned of £1,160 monthly housing bill
Retirees could face £1,160 monthly housing costs as renting in retirement grows, exposing a 'fundamental flaw' in the pension system, Standard Life warns.
Harry and Meghan's £10m UK home search draws Cotswolds warning
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly seeking a UK home worth over £10m. A Cotswolds neighbour, Laurence Llewellyn-Bowen, has warned the Duchess she must be genuine.
TUI agent reveals top autumn holiday with 28C heat and £1.50 pints
A TUI travel agent has named Egypt as a top autumn pick, with 28-32C temperatures, £1.50 pints and five-hour flights from the UK.
Home Bargains closes all 600 UK stores on Boxing Day and New Year's Day
Home Bargains has confirmed all 600 UK stores, including 24 in Liverpool, will stay closed on Boxing Day and New Year's Day this year to give staff extra time off.
UK households urged to test heating before price cap rise
Households are urged to switch on their heating this week to check for faults before the Ofgem energy price cap rises to £1,723 from October 1.
Mother urges better allergy meal options at Stirling school
A mother whose daughter has dairy and egg allergies says McLaren High in Callander offers limited allergy-friendly meals, often running out before lunch.
Kettle users face £75.37 annual energy cost from October
From October 1, UK households on standard variable tariffs will pay more for kettle use as the energy price cap rises 4%. The annual cost of using a kettle is £75.37, with daily use costing 5p.
Xbox confirms disc-to-digital feature launching next week
Xbox confirms a new disc-to-digital feature, letting players claim digital entitlements for physical games they own. It launches for Xbox Insiders on August 31.
Bailiff protection for families in new government clampdown
New government measures will protect families from aggressive bailiffs and cowboy tradesmen, with regulation starting in September and a review of consumer protections.
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