ExxonMobil fined £267,000 over gas leaks at Fife plant
ExxonMobil has been fined £267,000 after five leaks of highly flammable hydrocarbons at its former ethylene plant in Scotland, which HSE inspectors said could have caused a catastrophic event.
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Energy bills to rise 4% in October to £1,723
The Ofgem price cap rises 4% in October, lifting typical direct debit bills from £1,663 to £1,723 a year. Analysts warn of a further 9% rise in January.
Stop doors creaking with washing-up liquid, Which? says
Which? says washing-up liquid can fix a creaky door hinge, clean bathrooms, freshen garden furniture, and more, reducing the need for separate cleaning products.
Chelsea consider Emi Martinez move after Sanchez errors
Chelsea are considering signing Emi Martinez after being offered the Aston Villa goalkeeper, following Robert Sanchez's errors against Fulham.
Sainsbury's KickStarter scheme for 10,000 young Brits
Sainsbury's has launched KickStarter, a work experience programme for 10,000 young people aged 14-24, to tackle the 'urgent national challenge' of youth unemployment.
Tu School Shop at Sainsbury's: Uniform Essentials and Prices
Sainsbury's Tu School Shop offers durable, affordable school uniform essentials for ages 3-17, with prices locked for the fourth year, including shirts from £3 and trousers from £7.
Tenerife diners 'dine and dash' taking leftovers with them
A couple allegedly left El Cañonazo in Tenerife without paying, taking leftovers in a silver container. CCTV footage was posted on Instagram.
Celtic's Champions League exit: Cost of LASK collapse revealed
Celtic blew a 4-0 aggregate lead to LASK, crashing out of the Champions League playoff. The defeat costs them at least £22m in prize money, with Europa League payouts far lower.
Petit urges Chelsea to sign Martinez in £10m deal
Emmanuel Petit has urged Chelsea to replace error-prone goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, suggesting Aston Villa's Emi Martinez could be a shrewd £10million acquisition before the transfer window closes.
Kids 'unleashed' to grab sunbeds on £3,000 Spain holiday
A mum says children were 'unleashed' to sprint for sunbeds at a Spanish hotel, leaving her family unable to use the pool for three days of their £3,000 holiday.
Superloop SL12 launch date confirmed - free travel for first week
The SL12 Superloop bus route between Gants Hill and Rainham opens September 5, with free journeys until September 12. TfL says it will cut journey times to about 40 minutes.
Lloyds banking app down: customers report major outage
Lloyds Bank customers are facing a major outage, with over 2,700 reports on Downdetector. Users see an error message and some say they can't access funds.
Lovehoney launches five 2026 advent calendars with up to 69% off
Lovehoney's five 2026 adult advent calendars are on sale in August after selling out in 2025, with savings of up to 69% off the total value of the contents.
Roman's Shower-Resistant Rain Jacket: Lightweight Autumn Essential
Roman's Shower-Resistant Rain Jacket, priced at £65, is a lightweight autumn option available in navy or black, with discount codes for new and existing customers.
Premier League replica shirt prices hit record £76.95 average
Average Premier League replica shirt costs £76.95 for 2026/27, a record high, with Tottenham's elite jersey priced at £135. Nearly half of fans say they can't afford one.
Lloyds Banking App Down: Customers Report Outage in UK
Hundreds of Lloyds customers report the banking app is down in the UK, according to DownDetector, with issues logged this afternoon.
Best fragrance advent calendars 2026: Jo Malone to Diptyque
Fragrance advent calendars for 2026 are already opening waitlists. From Jo Malone's £375 25-day calendar to Boots' £90 12-day option, here are the key launches to track.
Widnes Vikings shop seeks alcohol off-sales licence
Widnes Vikings Rugby League Club has applied for a premises licence to sell alcohol for off-sales at its stadium shop. Halton Council is handling the application, with representations due by September 9, 2026.
Uber Eats reveals UK's best takeaways 2026 regional winners
Uber Eats UK has named nine regional Restaurant of the Year winners after a public vote. Find out which independent takeaway won in your area, from Shimlas in Bradford to Brorritos in South London.
Five myths stopping pensioners claiming £5,959 Attendance Allowance
Attendance Allowance and PADP can be worth up to £5,959 a year, but many older people miss out due to common myths about eligibility.
Burnham: Rising energy bills 'difficult' as Ofgem cap hits £1,723
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says rising energy bills are 'difficult' after Ofgem raised its price cap by 4% to £1,723, with analysts forecasting a further 9% hike in January.
Bolton pub could become 12-bed HMO after closure
Plans to convert Bolton's Royal Hotel into a 12-bedroom HMO have been submitted, with a report saying it is unlikely the pub will reopen.
Lloyds Bank app down: customers report issues with accounts
Lloyds Bank's banking app is down, according to customers, as many report issues with using their accounts. Reports of issues have spiked.
Fence paint drip dispute: legal rights explained
A homeowner flipped shared fence panels after a neighbour's paint dripped onto his side. Legal rights on painting shared fences explained.
Labour tax rise of £105bn hits working people and businesses
Labour has increased the UK's annual tax bill by £105bn, with working people and businesses footing the bill, new analysis shows.
B&M's £18 Harvest Leaf Duvet Set Adds Seasonal Charm
B&M has launched the Harvest Leaf Brushed Cotton Duvet Set, priced at £18 for a double and £22 for a king, featuring a reversible autumnal design.
HMRC told to improve customer service or face £30 fines
Reform UK has announced that HMRC would be fined £30 for every half hour businesses are left on hold, as part of new policies to support family firms.
Algarve tourism chief warns against 'booze tourism' after car ramming
A warning has been issued against 'booze tourism' in the Algarve after a car rammed into crowds in Albufeira, leaving 16 injured.
European Sleeper night train to Scandinavia by 2028
Railway operator European Sleeper will launch its first night train to Scandinavia in spring 2028, connecting Brussels and Amsterdam with Copenhagen and Malmö.
Five expert tips to boost pensions as most age groups fall short
Finance experts share five tips to boost pension pots after research shows nearly all age groups are failing to meet retirement savings targets.
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