UK national debt nears £3 trillion mark in July 2026
UK public sector net debt reached £2,984.9 billion in July 2026, just below £3 trillion, with borrowing in July at £1.8 billion, above forecasts.
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Families Save £1.28bn in Inheritance Tax via Charity Gifts
Families saved £1.28 billion in Inheritance Tax last year by leaving gifts to charity, with savings up 88% in five years, according to TWM Solicitors.
Liverpool’s Minteh Bid Rejected, No. 11 Shirt Awaits
Liverpool’s £50m bid for Yankuba Minteh was rejected by Brighton. The 22-year-old winger could inherit Mohamed Salah’s vacant No. 11 shirt at Anfield if a deal is reached.
9 in 10 parents face road rage on the school run, survey finds
A survey of 1,000 parents reveals 90% have experienced road rage on the school run, with 30% reporting children narrowly avoided being hit by a vehicle.
Upgrade to Google Pixel 11 Pro and Save Up to £850
Google's Pixel 11 Pro range has launched with improved cameras, a Sign-To-Text feature, and notification lights. Trade-in offers can save up to £850 until 1 September.
Worcestershire Council Faces Widening Financial Black Hole
Worcestershire County Council has been warned it faces severe financial pressure and a widening budget deficit, despite receiving a £60m emergency government bailout.
Home Bargains £4 collagen eye cream kit reduces puffiness
Home Bargains is selling the Miracle Beauty Collagen Eye Cream kit for £3.99, featuring a 30ml pot of cream and an infrared massage unit to reduce puffiness and soften skin.
Martin Lewis: Text Five Digits to Save on Mobile Bills
Martin Lewis says texting five digits can reveal if you are out of contract and overpaying on your mobile phone bill, potentially saving you money.
Burnham Faces Tax Rise Pressure as UK Debt Nears £3 Trillion
New figures show UK national debt has reached nearly £3 trillion, with monthly interest payments of £7.7 billion exceeding defence, police and prisons spending combined, prompting warnings of tax rises.
DWP stops £114.60 PIP payments under 13-week rule for Scotland moves
PIP claimants moving from England or Wales to Scotland must inform the DWP within 13 weeks or lose up to £114.60 weekly payments. A new ADP claim is required.
DWP confirms Winter Fuel Payment dates and amounts for pensioners
The DWP has confirmed Winter Fuel Payments of £100 to £300 will be issued automatically to millions of pensioners born before June 28, 1960, in November or December 2026.
Home Bargains £15 side table adds 'modern flair' and 'chic' style
Home Bargains is selling a £14.99 Home Collections Ribbed Storage Side Table that shoppers say looks 'beautiful' and adds 'modern flair' to any room.
Man Utd Transfer News: Baleba Boost, Kambwala Sell-On, Medicals Booked
Manchester United target Carlos Baleba for £65m as INEOS receive a boost from Willy Kambwala's potential Villarreal exit. Medicals booked for Arsenal-bound academy duo James Scanlon and Habeeb Ogunneye.
Arsenal's £60m Yildiz-Martinelli swap mooted as Ferdinand hails Konsa
Arsenal open their Premier League title defence against Coventry City, with Rio Ferdinand calling Ezri Konsa a 'steal' and a potential swap deal for Kenan Yildiz involving Gabriel Martinelli being discussed.
Boots No7 advent calendar £65 worth £250 selling fast
Boots has launched the 2026 No7 25 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar at £65, with contents worth £248.93, including eight full-size products and a voucher.
Over 1,000 Homes Planned for Former GMP Site in Old Trafford
Demolition of the former Greater Manchester Police headquarters in Old Trafford is complete. Up to 1,250 homes, a hotel, park, shops, and café are planned for the nine-acre site.
Best Uni Essentials for Freshers That Won't Drain Your Loan
A-level results are out, and freshers need budget-friendly essentials for halls. From air fryers to bedding, these picks won't blow your student loan.
Chelsea finalising Nicolas Jackson loan deal to Atletico
Atletico Madrid are finalising a loan deal for Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson, with a £65m asking price set, as the Blues continue trimming their squad before the transfer deadline.
Newcastle United confirm SumUp training kit sponsor deal
Newcastle United have announced a multi-year training kit partnership with fintech company SumUp, reported to be worth £5m per year, covering men's, women's and academy teams.
Atletico Madrid agree to sell Julian Alvarez to Arsenal
Atletico Madrid are now willing to sell Julian Alvarez to Arsenal, but the striker may block the move as he remains determined to join Barcelona instead.
Tottenham Agree £85m Deal for Man City's Savinho
Tottenham have agreed a deal worth up to £85m to sign Manchester City winger Savinho, with the club's total summer spending under Roberto De Zerbi reaching £369m.
Manchester Airport Delays: Full List of Delayed Flights on Aug 21
Four flights from Manchester Airport are delayed by 30 minutes or more on Friday, August 21, according to FlightRadar24. No cancellations have been reported so far.
Norwich Airport Shuts Down as Air Traffic Controllers Strike
All flights to and from Norwich Airport have been halted as Air Traffic Control workers walk out in industrial action. The closure is in place from 8am to 1pm.
Tesco fuel vouchers expire Sunday: 48-hour deadline for drivers
Tesco customers have until August 23 to use 5p-per-litre fuel vouchers at 600 petrol stations. Prices have hit 159.89p average, highest since 2022, as CMA warns retailers over pricing.
Harry and Meghan Security Costs Questioned Over UK Return
Questions arise over who will pay for Harry and Meghan's security as they prepare to return to the UK and move into a non-royal residence just outside London.
UK drivers risk £1,000 fine as MOT fee could jump to £95
Drivers could be fined £1,000 if they miss their MOT test as the Independent Garage Association calls for the maximum fee to increase from £54.85 to £95, citing unsustainable cost pressures.
Spurs agree £85m Savinho deal, medical pending
Tottenham have agreed a deal worth up to £85 million for Manchester City winger Savinho, with the Brazilian set for a medical and a long-term contract.
Disney World expert names best budget hotel after 36 stays
A Disney World enthusiast who has stayed at 36 hotels recommends the Flamingo Crossings area as the best budget-friendly option, with free breakfast and reasonable prices.
Underrated holiday: a stream of once-in-a-lifetime moments
Clare Fitzsimons took a Hurtigruten cruise on MS Trollfjord into the Arctic Circle, eating seaweed, scaling mountains, and experiencing the Midnight Sun in Norway.
EasyJet pilot names Belfast as top family holiday destination
EasyJet Captain Matt Clutterbuck has named Belfast as the best lesser-known family holiday destination, praising its science museum, Titanic Experience and Giant's Causeway.
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