Conservative MP Kevin Hollinrake has accused the government of threatening property rights after ministers unveiled plans to cut the qualifying period for Empty Dwelling Management Orders from two years to six months.
A new tourist tax on hotel stays in England could cost the economy £2 billion and 33,000 jobs, with hospitality leaders warning it will deter visitors and halt expansion plans.
Shoppers can buy the Flybird Vibration Plate for £69.99 on Amazon, offering 120 intensity levels and five preset programmes for at-home whole-body workouts.
Deputy Editor Claire Wilson reviews De Vere Cotswold Water Park ahead of a 53km charity walk. Tranquil lakeside setting, spa, dining and family-friendly contradictions assessed.
Metro Competitions offers a 14-night Australia trip for two worth £35,000, including business class flights, five-star hotels, and £500 spending money. Enter for 50p.
The government has unveiled a new equity loan scheme for first-time buyers, allowing them to purchase a new-build home with a deposit of just 2.5%, but industry experts warn of potential price inflation.
A gated four-bed country house in Tottington, near Bury, is on the market for £2,500,000, with 15 acres of land and a detached annexe.
Purplebricks has secured a £34m financial lifeline from backers, days after HMRC filed a winding-up petition against the online estate agency.
The Habitat 5.3L Cast Iron Casserole Dish costs £46, £254 less than a comparable Le Creuset, and has earned a 4.8-star rating from shoppers.
Wowcher cuts the 3-in-1 Electric Fireplace with Remote & Display by 75%, from £262.60 to £66, offering two heating modes and flexible installation options.
Simba's September sale offers up to 30% off mattresses, including the Hybrid Pro at £909.30, down from £1,299. Shoppers praise the comfort.
Dusk's Cambridge 200 Thread Count Duvet Cover in pale blue king size has dropped from £30 to £9 in the retailer's seasonal promotion.
Marks and Spencer's £16 Leather Belt can be picked up for 47p via a TopCashback offer for new members, with a £15 sign-up bonus.
George Bamford will become joint chairman of JCB alongside his father Lord Anthony Bamford from October, as the manufacturer reports pre-tax profits fell to £642m in 2025.
Everton Women lost 2-0 at Anfield, their first WSL derby defeat there, ending a six-game unbeaten run. Scott Phelan wants a response.
A 29-year-old woman's mum has hit the roof over her ex-husband's wedding gift, calling it 'guilt money'. The bride-to-be is shocked by the reaction and seeks advice on how to handle it.
The MOVA G70 Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner is now £134.10 at Yimbly with code AUTUMN10, down from £269, featuring 225AW suction and anti-tangle tech.
A £4.60 mocha at Zennor café in Govanhill, Glasgow, named among Time Out's coolest neighbourhoods, proves worth every penny.
A writer visits Zennor in Govanhill, named among Time Out's coolest neighbourhoods, and pays £4.60 for an oat milk mocha with a cookie.
A food storage specialist says bananas can stay fresh for 16 days when halved and placed in a sealed glass jar in the fridge, avoiding oxygen exposure.
A reporter swaps white vinegar for £1.79 soda crystals from Home Bargains, finding towels come out softer, fluffier and more absorbent after every wash.
Major UK businesses including Medmerry Holiday Park, Designers Guild and JT Leyland have entered administration, citing rising costs and challenging trading conditions.
Gateshead Council cabinet approves £25 yearly standing charge for High Rise Energy scheme customers, starting November 1, 2026, to cover fixed costs.
A round-up of roadworks and closures across the North East for the week beginning Monday, September 28, including Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Northumberland, Sunderland and County Durham.
Rank Group warns a third of its venues could close if the Government raises gaming machine tax to 40% in next month's Budget, putting around 2,000 jobs at risk.
George Bamford will lead JCB as joint chairman alongside his father Lord Anthony Bamford, as the digger manufacturer reports a dip in profits for last year after a drop in machine sales.
Chancellor John Healey will tell Labour conference he wants to turn young people from 'generation jeopardy to generation hope', with a pledge to offer first jobs with training and a wage.
New EDF research shows 67% of Brits find money-saving skills attractive in a partner, ahead of looks. Joe Swash says penny-pinching makes you 'more of a catch'.
Andy Burnham has refused to back the £49bn Heathrow third runway project, putting him at odds with Chancellor John Healey, who fully supports the scheme.
Aldi's Swag for Life jacket transforms into a reusable shopping bag in seconds. I tested it during a food shop - here's how it performed.