Rayner plan cuts empty home takeover wait to six months
Angela Rayner has announced plans to reduce the time before empty homes can be taken over from two years to six months, aiming to bring 300,000 properties back into use.
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Salford's Old Pint Pot: Cosy Pub With Rich History
The Old Pint Pot in Salford offers riverside views, a rich history, and a welcoming community. Manager Dean shares what makes this Marston's pub special, from its unique name to famous guests like Rodri.
HMRC urges people not to ignore BBSI tax letters from October
HMRC will send second Simple Assessment letters from October, covering savings interest. Read carefully to avoid overpaying tax.
Russell Hobbs kettle praised by shoppers in Amazon deal
The Russell Hobbs Inspire 1.7L Cordless Kettle is discounted to £28.49 on Amazon, with shoppers praising its speed, quiet operation and drip-free pouring.
Best detangling sprays for knotty hair from £5
Top detangling sprays for knotty hair, from budget buys at £5 to luxury picks like Cécred and Tangle Teezer, tested for all hair types.
Clarks Solevana Sport trainers praised as 'softest ever'
Clarks Solevana Sport trainers, part of the Cloudsteppers collection, are praised by shoppers for comfort and value, with one calling them the 'softest ever'.
Amazon £49 radiator fan praised for faster room heating
Shoppers praise the Amazon Smart Air Boost Radiator Fan at £49.99 for heating rooms faster, with over 50 bought in the past month.
B-listed church on Isle of Arran on market for £130K
A B-listed red sandstone church on the Isle of Arran, dating from 1894, is for sale at £130,000 through Arran Estate Agents, offering a rare conversion opportunity into a one-of-a-kind home.
Apple UK iCloud users may get £77 - check eligibility
Which? estimates Apple could owe UK consumers around £77 per person in an iCloud claim. Around 40 million UK iPhone and iPad users may be entitled to a share.
Nigella Lawson's £29 eye cream: GBBO judge's anti-ageing secret
Nigella Lawson, 66, credits DoSe Vitamin C Eye Cream by Victoria Health for youthful eyes. The £29 cream targets fine lines, puffiness and dark circles.
Six Jane Austen-inspired staycation spots for holidaymakers
Sykes Holiday Cottages has handpicked six characterful UK stays inspired by the new Sense and Sensibility film, from a manor house to a thatched cottage.
Clacton-on-Sea: 'Little Spain' Town Ideal for Autumn Break
Clacton-on-Sea, dubbed 'Little Spain' for its sunny coastline and vibrant seafront, is highlighted as a perfect autumn getaway with a fantastic beach and pier.
One in five early bookers lose out on holiday savings
One in five holidaymakers who book trips well in advance later discover the same flight or hotel has dropped in price, research shows.
SwitchBot Lock Ultra Max review: Keyless entry without new lock
The SwitchBot Lock Ultra Max retrofit smart lock offers keyless entry, remote control and auto-locking for existing doors, priced at £339.99 with hub and keypad.
M&S £28 knit 'autumn staple' with 'perfect fit' and 'excellent quality'
Marks & Spencer's £28 Crew Neck Button Detail Jumper with Wool is new in online and already popular, praised for its 'perfect fit' and 'excellent quality' material.
Dehumidifier cuts drying time by 12 hours in Amazon deal
The Pro Breeze OmniDry 12L/Day Dehumidifier is reduced to £114.74 on Amazon, with shoppers reporting it cuts clothes drying time by about 12 hours.
10-minute morning task keeps bedroom warm at night without heating
Opening curtains for 10 minutes each morning lets sunlight warm a bedroom, so the radiator can stay off at night until December, cutting energy bills.
Dunelm's thermal curtains 'prevent draughts' as energy bills rise
Dunelm's Wynter Thermal Eyelet Curtains, priced £35-£150, block draughts and heat, with shoppers praising quality and warmth as energy bills rise.
Cobham: UK's Beverly Hills with £1M homes and celebrity neighbours
Cobham, 17 miles from London, is called the UK's Beverly Hills. Average house prices hit £1.19M, with celebrity residents like Antonio Banderas and Stanley Tucci.
Skechers Delson 3.0 Ezra Trainers praised for comfort and style
Skechers Delson 3.0 Ezra Men's Casual Trainers, £39.99 on Amazon, earn 4.5 stars from nearly 3,000 reviews for comfort, support, and style.
Shoppers ditch kettles for 'fantastic' £90 hot water dispenser
The Caso Design Hw660 Turbo Hot Water Dispenser is available for £90 at Yimbly with code AUTUMN10, and shoppers say it's the 'best decision' replacing their kettle.
Debenhams Beauty Advent Calendar 2026: 29 items for £120
Debenhams' 2026 Beauty Advent Calendar costs £120, down £30 from last year, with 29 items including 13 full-size products, each working out at £4.13.
Premium Bonds rate rises to 4.35% and odds improve
NS&I has raised the Premium Bonds prize fund rate to 4.35% and improved the odds of winning to 1 in 21,000, creating over 300,000 extra tax-free prizes this month.
Dunelm flame-effect heater costs 47p an hour to run
Dunelm's 1800W Chiminea Style Flame Effect Heater costs about 47p an hour to run and warms areas up to 30 square metres, with dual heat settings and a cosy flame effect.
5 Cars Holding Value Best in 2026 - Not Ford or Land Rover
Experts highlight five models that have held their value best in 2026, including BMW, VW, Audi, Volvo and Skoda, with prices from £2,500.
20 London streets where house prices are defying the market
As London house prices fall 3.3 per cent, Brick View identifies 20 streets where average transaction values have soared, from Pimlico to Streatham Hill.
Liverpool weigh up £47m Araujo deal and Morton return
Liverpool are considering making Ronald Araujo's loan permanent for £47m and are weighing up a return for midfielder Tyler Morton, who left for Lyon in 2025.
Hoover vacuum cut to £90 in autumn deal
Shoppers can buy the Hoover 850W Upright Vacuum Cleaner for £90, down from £139, using code AUTUMN10 at Yimbly. The deal includes a 3L dust cup and five height settings.
Boots' £10 Rimmel foundation praised for 'non-streak' finish
Shoppers praise Rimmel Match Perfection Foundation at Boots for £9.99, offering non-streaky medium coverage that lasts up to nine hours without touch-ups.
M&S £20 Funnel Neck Top 'Ideal With Jeans' for Autumn
Marks and Spencer's Cotton Rich Cosy Funnel Neck Top costs £20 and has a 4.8-star rating. Shoppers say it's 'ideal for everyday wear with jeans or trousers'.
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