West Kirby Tesco plans edge closer as application approved
Wirral Council has approved plans to turn the former Black Horse pub in West Kirby into a shop, with five new homes also proposed on the site.
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Highlands tourist tax: £5 per night levy proposed
Plans for a £5 per room per night tourist tax in the Scottish Highlands could raise £9.5m annually, with a public consultation agreed.
HMRC £53 letters to 1 million homes are genuine, officials insist
HMRC is sending letters to around 1 million low earners about pension tax relief rebates averaging £53, urging recipients not to dismiss them as scams.
Power cut turns into unexpected stargazing night
A routine power cut in South Oxfordshire left a resident without electricity for hours, leading to an unexpected night of stargazing and reflection on modern reliance on technology.
Walkers launches new Wavy Cut range with two fan favourites
Walkers has unveiled the Wavy Cut range, available exclusively at Sainsbury's, with Lea & Perrins Worcester Sauce and Sticky Teriyaki flavours.
North East trains delayed after overhead line damage
Damage to overhead wires at Alnmouth in Northumberland is causing rail delays, cancellations and revisions between Newcastle and Berwick, with disruption expected into the afternoon.
BBC journalist Elizabeth Quigley resigns on health grounds
BBC Scotland journalist Elizabeth Quigley, wife of First Minister John Swinney, has resigned from the corporation on health grounds after being diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia.
Home Bargains £9.99 Floating Drawer Shelf Declutters Rooms
Home Bargains sells the Home Collections Oak Effect Drawer Shelf for £9.99, offering hidden storage that keeps clutter out of sight while maintaining a clean, airy look.
Fish and chip train confirms final 2026 dates
The fish and chip themed train rides at Tanfield Railway have three trips left in 2026, departing September 6 and 27 and October 11.
Drayton Manor Resort reopens after forced closure
Drayton Manor Resort has reopened after being forced to close on Thursday, days before the busy August bank holiday weekend.
Wine expert tests Whispering Angel against Aldi's £8.99 rosé
Wine expert Lucy Hitchcock compares luxury Whispering Angel rosé with Aldi's budget Sainte Victoire Provence Rosé, finding striking similarities in taste and looks.
Professional Cleaner Urges People to Stop Using Bleach for Stains
Professional cleaner Krasi Delcheva warns against using bleach for stain removal, saying it damages surfaces and can react with sweat proteins, making discolouration worse.
Best Daily Free Spins 2026: Top UK Casino Sites Reviewed
The Standard tested over 50 UKGC-regulated casinos to rank the top five daily free spins sites for 2026, covering bonus value, wagering terms, game selection and experience.
Asda school uniform from £3: George back to school deals
George at Asda is selling school uniform from £3. Polo shirts, skirts, trousers and more are available at budget-friendly prices as parents prepare for the new school year.
Sainsbury's £4 Cillit Bang Spray Praised by Shoppers
Sainsbury's sells Cillit Bang Black Mould Remover Spray for £4, rated 4.6/5 by shoppers who praise its effectiveness against mould without scrubbing.
Bean and Lentil Sales Surge as Britons Save Money and Improve Diet
Sales of beans and lentils in Britain have jumped as shoppers seek affordable, healthy food amid the cost of living crisis, new data shows.
Rangers fans can get 80s League Cup shirt for 'free' in one-day deal
Rangers fans can effectively reduce the iconic 1980/81 Home Shirt from £44.99 to £0 in a one-day-only cashback deal on Friday, August 28.
Vanilla opens first Scottish store at Glasgow's St Enoch Centre
Vanilla has opened its first standalone Scottish store at Glasgow's St Enoch Centre, stocking Blue Vanilla and Pink Vanilla labels in a 2,000 sq ft ground-floor unit.
Joe Browns' £55 Orla maxi dress shoppers love for autumn
Joe Browns' Orla Long Sleeve Jersey Maxi Dress (£55) helps shoppers transition into autumn with a floral print, stretchy fabric, and sizes 8-24. Early reviews praise its comfort and pockets.
Apricot closes its 'biggest ever' UK store at Metrocentre
Apricot has ceased trading at the Metrocentre in Gateshead, closing its doors on Tuesday, August 25, three years after opening its 'largest store yet' there.
DWP confirms early £965 State Pension payments for some
The DWP will pay some State Pensioners up to £965 early on Friday, August 28, because the payment date falls on the August bank holiday.
Iran war 'has already cost UK households and businesses almost £10BILLION'
The first six months of the Middle East war is set to cost UK households and businesses almost £10billion, it is claimed.
Scottish carers could claim £5,600 a year in support
Unpaid carers in Scotland may be missing out on more than £5,600 a year in support through four Social Security Scotland payments, including the Carer Support Payment and Scottish Carer Supplement.
Heating oil customers to get compensation after Iran war price hikes
Hundreds of heating oil customers will receive compensation after orders were cancelled during Iran war price surges, the CMA has confirmed.
Zirkzee close to Fiorentina exit as Man Utd chase left-back
Joshua Zirkzee is set to join Fiorentina on loan with an option to buy, while Manchester United continue their search for a new left-back.
Couple's 'horror film' discovery behind kitchen cupboard
A Kent couple knocked down a wall behind their kitchen cupboard and found a hidden cellar with corridors, rooms, and handprints, after nine years of wondering.
UK's Best Beer Gardens 2026: Six Finalists Ranked
The Great British Pub Awards have revealed six finalists for the 2026 Best Pub Garden, with venues in Cheshire, Leeds, and Cornwall making the cut.
Woolworths UK: 800-store chain's collapse and possible return
Woolworths, once a UK high street staple with over 800 stores, closed in 2008 after entering administration, costing 27,000 jobs. Now, its German branch may eye a British comeback.
UK house sales dip in July but market shows resilience
UK home sales fell to an estimated 96,710 in July, down 1% year-on-year, as higher mortgage rates and Middle East conflict dampened activity, though experts note underlying resilience.
Bank holiday pay: Your employment rights explained
Working a bank holiday doesn't automatically mean extra pay or time off in lieu. ACAS explains that your rights depend on your contract, workplace policy, or collective agreement, not on the bank holiday itself.
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