Poundland's 600 shops in doubt as new bidder Modella Capital sounded out
Modella Capital is reportedly being sounded out about buying Poundland, casting doubt on the future of its 600 stores and 12,000 jobs.
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Scottish 'Hobbit House' Airbnb ideal for Tolkien fans
The Warren, an underground 'hobbit house' on Loch Tay, styled after J.R.R. Tolkien's homes, is the Daily Record's Airbnb of the Week, sleeping up to four.
French Connection to open at Dalton Park with £500 giveaway
French Connection will open at Dalton Park this autumn, with a £500 gift voucher competition to celebrate. The new store boosts the County Durham centre's premium womenswear offer.
HMRC confirms who can get Making Tax Digital exemption
HMRC confirms some people can apply for temporary or permanent exemptions from Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, including those who are digitally excluded.
Heritage Awali: Eco-Luxury and Relaxation in Mauritius
Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort offers an eco-conscious 5-star escape on Mauritius's unspoilt south-west coast, with a newly renovated spa, diverse dining, and access to a 3,200-acre nature reserve.
Fitbit Charge 6 price cut to under £100 in Amazon deal
The Fitbit Google Charge 6 Activity Tracker is now £98.99 on Amazon, down from £139.99, saving shoppers £41. It offers heart rate monitoring, built-in GPS and seven days of battery life.
DVLA bans over 500 '76' number plates deemed offensive
The DVLA has confirmed more than 500 banned '76' number plate combinations for the September 2026 release, withholding any that may cause offence, embarrassment, or be in poor taste.
DVLA bans over 500 '76' number plates ahead of September
The DVLA has suppressed more than 500 number plate combinations in the 76 series, including potentially offensive, misleading, or sensitive marks, ahead of the September 1 release.
Last Minute Back to School Essentials: Jackets to Backpacks
Get kids ready for the new term with this checklist of frequently forgotten back-to-school buys, from waterproof jackets and PE bags to water bottles and maths sets.
Domino's to hire 5,000 staff across UK and Ireland
Domino's is recruiting 5,000 new in-store team members and drivers across its 1,400+ stores in the UK and Ireland between now and Christmas.
Bohomoon's Lucky Girl Necklace Slashed to £10 in Mega Sale
Bohomoon's Lucky Girl Syndrome Necklace, with lucky charms and pink/green stones, is reduced from £32 to £10 in the brand's largest-ever sale, ending September 2.
Lefties opens first UK store in Liverpool ONE
Lefties, Zara's sister brand, opened its first UK store at Liverpool ONE, with queues of nearly 100 people forming before doors opened at 9.30am.
TransUnion rolls out new 0-999 credit score from September
TransUnion introduces a new 0-999 credit score from late September, replacing the 0-710 scale. The change won't affect lending decisions.
Neet numbers fall after exceeding one million earlier this year
The number of young people not in education, employment or training fell to 981,000 in April to June, down 30,000 from the first quarter, official figures show.
DWP confirms full list for £300 Winter Fuel Payment
Over 10 million UK residents could get between £100 and £300 in Winter Fuel Payment for 2026-27. Eligibility requires being born on or before 27 June 1960.
Parking mistake could land drivers £1,000 fine
Drivers risk a £1,000 fine for parking against traffic flow at night under Highway Code Rule 248, a little-known rule that has caught out motorists across the UK.
Bathroom rust melts away with 3p method expert swears by
Surface rust on metal blinds, chrome fixtures, and brackets can be removed with tinfoil and white vinegar, costing roughly 3p per treatment, according to Aman Verma of Blinds Direct Ltd.
Firm fined £190,000 for hounding OAPs with nuisance calls
Elderly Aids Limited has been fined £190,000 by the ICO for making nearly 760,000 nuisance calls to pensioners registered with the Telephone Preference Service.
£1.80 cleaner removes toilet limescale in 1 hour
A Mrs Hinch cleaning group member sought help with brown toilet rim stains. Harpic Power Plus, priced at £1.80 at Tesco, was recommended most frequently, with users reporting it works in an hour without scrubbing.
Firm Fined for Hounding Elderly with Nuisance Calls
Elderly Aids Ltd has been fined £150,000 for making nuisance calls to elderly people, the Information Commissioner's Office has announced.
UK pledges £5m and aid to Nepal as dozens of Britons missing
Britain has pledged £5 million and offered to send emergency responders to Nepal following devastating flash floods, Andy Burnham has said.
HMRC: 750,000 unclaimed Child Trust Funds worth £2,200
Over 750,000 Child Trust Fund accounts are unclaimed in the UK, with an average of £2,200 in each. HMRC urges those born between 2002 and 2011 to check and access their money.
Chilo's burger chain to open in Kilmarnock with free food
Chilo's opens in Kilmarnock on August 31 after three years in the works, offering free food from 12pm to 3pm at Stoneyhill Avenue.
5 UK seaside towns for an end-of-summer escape
From Whitby's Gothic charm to Tenby's sandy beaches, discover five UK seaside towns ideal for a last-minute end-of-summer getaway, including Warkworth and Weymouth.
Concorde successor Overture 'weeks away' from engine tests
Boom Supersonic's Overture jet, aiming to cut London-New York flights to 3.5 hours, is weeks away from first engine tests, CEO says.
British Gas, EDF, EON and OVO customers face £1,723 charges
Ofgem's new price cap raises typical dual-fuel bills to £1,723 a year from October 1, a 4% increase affecting British Gas, EDF, EON and OVO customers.
Young Neets fall after exceeding one million earlier this year
The number of young people not in education, employment or training fell to 981,000 in April to June, down 30,000 from the first quarter but still 30,000 higher than a year ago.
Liverpool agree £120m Barcola deal as Sarr £50m target eyed
Liverpool have agreed a £120m package for PSG's Bradley Barcola, with £100m upfront and £20m in add-ons, while Crystal Palace's Ismaila Sarr is a £50m target.
B&M's Lexi Console Table 'Sure to Impress Guests' at £30
B&M has launched the £30 Lexi Console Table, a gold-finished piece with a tempered glass top, described as 'sure to make an impression' on guests.
MSE Netflix hack: save £180 a year on TV Licence
Money Saving Expert says UK households that only stream on-demand Netflix and watch no live TV could save £180 a year by not needing a TV Licence.
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