Thousands back £18,000 tax-free Personal Allowance petition
A petition calling for the UK Personal Allowance to rise to £18,000 has gained over 62,000 signatures, but the Treasury says it would cost £40 billion a year.
Category : Business
Chancellor faces pre-Budget challenge as borrowing jumps
Government borrowing unexpectedly rose to £1.8 billion in July, £700 million more than a year ago, adding pressure on Chancellor John Healey ahead of his October Budget.
Nine Liverpool players could miss Newcastle United opener
Liverpool could be without up to nine players for their Premier League opener against Newcastle United, with Hugo Ekitike and Conor Bradley among those ruled out.
M6 closed both ways near Greater Manchester after lorry fire
A stretch of the M6 near Greater Manchester has been closed in both directions after a lorry burst into flames, with firefighters on scene and traffic delays building.
Urgent travel advice for Greater Manchester gigs this weekend
Thousands of music fans are set to descend on Manchester for gigs by The Cure, Lewis Capaldi, Courteeners, The Prodigy and Pulp, with travel warnings issued.
Andy Burnham urged to 'tax 4x4s' as SUVs targeted
Andy Burnham has been told to impose new tax fees on SUVs and 4x4s, with heavy vehicle owners targeted under proposals outlined by a car expert.
Boohoo fined €2.3m by French watchdog over misleading pricing
Fast fashion firm Boohoo has been fined €2.3 million by the French consumer watchdog for misleading pricing practices, with 95% of listings analysed found to be non-compliant.
Burnham Urged to Act on DVLA £2.50 Fee as Tickets Hit 16.9m
A record 16.9 million private parking tickets were issued in the UK in the year to March 2026, prompting calls for Andy Burnham's government to raise the DVLA's £2.50 fee for driver records to £25.
UK borrowing jumps to £1.8bn in July, challenging Chancellor
Government borrowing rose unexpectedly to £1.8 billion in July, £700 million more than a year ago, adding pressure on new Chancellor John Healey ahead of his first Budget.
Mechanic names Tesla Model Y as most comfortable used EV
Gloucestershire mechanic Matt Cleevely says the used Tesla Model Y is the most comfortable electric car on the road, beating BMW, Hyundai and Renault.
M6 Northbound Closed Near Knutsford Due to Lorry Fire
All traffic is stopped on the M6 northbound in Cheshire between junctions 18 and 19 after a lorry burst into flames, causing queues.
Atletico agree to sell Alvarez to Arsenal for £130m
Atletico Madrid have agreed to sell Julian Alvarez to Arsenal for £130m, but the striker remains determined to join Barcelona instead.
The Range launches £1 back to school range for parents
The Range has launched a selection of budget-friendly stationery items, with several pencil case staples costing £1, to help parents cut costs ahead of the new school term.
M&S Slashes Price of Bow Flat Loafer Pumps to £20
Marks and Spencer has reduced the Bow Flat Loafer Pumps to £20 from £26 in black. Shoppers praise the shoes as 'comfortable,' 'great value,' and 'smart for work or school.'
Aldi Superfam Pass: Free groceries for a year for one household
Aldi is offering one lucky household a full year of free groceries with its new Superfam Pass, worth £800 per month in shopping plus £400 in Specialbuys.
DWP Bank Account Monitoring Rules for Benefit Claimants
The DWP has published new rules requiring banks to flag accounts of Universal Credit, Pension Credit and ESA claimants, but without accessing transaction details.
Jaissle on Newcastle's £190m training ground plan and ambition
Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle says the club's £190m plan for a new training complex underlines the 'standards' for an 'ambitious club' and aligns with his vision.
UK retail sales fall 0.5% in July as clothing demand drops
UK retail sales volumes fell 0.5% in July, driven by a 2.7% drop in clothing and footwear sales, the sharpest decline since May last year, according to the ONS.
Liverpool Transfer News: Minteh Bid Rejected, Jones Exit Looms
Liverpool's opening £50m bid for Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh has been rejected, while Curtis Jones is on the verge of an Anfield exit as the transfer window activity continues.
UK borrowing jumps to £1.8bn in July, challenging new Chancellor
UK government borrowing unexpectedly rose to £1.8 billion in July, £700 million more than a year ago, presenting a fiscal challenge for new Chancellor John Healey ahead of his first Budget.
The Palm Beaches: America's Unexpected Culinary Hotspot
The Palm Beaches in Florida, known for old-world glamour and snowbirds, has become a serious dining destination with creative chefs and global menus.
Transfer News LIVE: Arsenal, Man Utd, Tottenham, Liverpool Updates
Arsenal finalise £51m Ezri Konsa signing. Man Utd medical for Carlos Baleba. Tottenham agree £85m Savinho deal. Liverpool bid rejected for Yankuba Minteh. Latest summer window moves.
Sunderland most expensive Premier League club to follow away
Sunderland fans face the highest cost to follow their team away in 2026/27, with total expenses estimated at £3,941.61, according to new research from FootballGroundGuide.
Fare evasion could cost TfL £211 million a year
Fare evasion could be costing Transport for London up to £211 million annually, £21 million more than the official £190 million figure, after officials revealed a 10 per cent reduction in estimates.
Man Utd Transfer Boost: Kambwala Sell-On and Arsenal Exit Loom
Manchester United are set to benefit from a Willy Kambwala sell-on clause, while academy talents James Scanlon and Habeeb Ogunneye are close to joining Arsenal.
UK firms in critical distress rise by 9%
The number of UK businesses in critical financial distress jumped by almost a tenth in the second quarter, with leisure and hotel firms hit hardest.
Brits abandon fitness goals after 33 days, study finds
A poll of 2,000 Brits found fitness goals are abandoned after an average of 33 days, with 37% giving up within 30 days. Recovery and rest days are key factors.
Oxfam Cannot Guarantee Future of High Street Shops
Oxfam says it cannot guarantee the future of its high street shops amid reports of falling donations and a review of three warehouses, with up to 100 stores at risk of closure.
Newcastle's attacking dilemma: Who starts against Liverpool?
Matthias Jaissle faces a tough call on his forward line for Newcastle's Premier League opener against Liverpool, with multiple options vying for starting spots.
Barmouth named among UK's most independent seaside towns
Barmouth in North Wales has been ranked sixth in a study of Britain's most independent seaside towns, with 100% of its cafés and pubs independently owned.
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