Ikea to launch second-hand marketplace to rival eBay and Vinted
Ikea plans a marketplace for pre-owned furniture and homewares, aiming to rival eBay and Vinted, with UK launch details to come.
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Birmingham firm seeks Sefton Park hostel HMO conversion
Wertie Investments Ltd, based in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, has applied to Liverpool Council to convert a YMCA hostel on Ullet Road into a 10-bed HMO. The proposal will be considered by the planning committee on August 25.
M&S knitted top with 'lovely autumn colour' can be grabbed for £3
Marks and Spencer's Crew Neck Short Knitted Top With Wool, priced £20, can be bought for £3.33 via TopCashback's £15 new-member bonus and cashback, with a 4.8-star rating.
Tyne Valley fire station to be demolished after Gormley row
A former Northumberland fire station at the centre of a row over Sir Antony Gormley's plans will be demolished next week to make way for a council depot.
Newcastle United park and ride bus to launch from Great Park
Go North East's X40 bus will run from Newcastle Great Park to St James' Park on Newcastle United matchdays from September 5, backed by £72,000 council funding.
Tax adviser registration opens for Lanarkshire in MMTAR phase two
Lanarkshire tax advisers with Self Assessment or Corporation Tax accounts must register under MMTAR by November 18, as the second phase opens.
HMRC rule could trigger 'unexpected tax bill' for parents with Junior ISA
Parents saving for children are warned that having both a Child Trust Fund and a Junior ISA could lead to an unexpected tax bill, as MSE highlights a little-known HMRC rule.
Ayrshire housing development completes after eight years
Annick Grange in Irvine is complete after eight years, delivering 197 new homes, three quality awards, 500 donated books, and over 10 apprenticeships.
Last-Minute Welsh Countryside Getaways for August Bank Holiday
Book last-minute August bank holiday getaways in peaceful Welsh countryside: Dan y Comin, Little Hendre Barn, and Ty Nant Llwyd offer scenic stays.
Free school meals: 500,000 more children to qualify from September
Over 500,000 additional children will qualify for free school meals from September as the DWP extends eligibility to all Universal Credit households, potentially saving families up to £495 per child per year.
Liz Earle Orange Flower Collection £85 bundle for £49
Liz Earle's Orange Flower Collection, worth £85, is now £49 at John Lewis and Liz Earle, saving shoppers £36. The five-piece set includes skincare and bodycare essentials.
Escape to the Country couple's cancer diagnosis sparked move
A couple on Escape to the Country revealed a breast cancer diagnosis prompted their move from Leicestershire to Herefordshire, seeking a forever home with land for horses and a donkey.
UK inflation set to rise to 2.9% as energy price cap hike hits
UK inflation is expected to rise to 2.9% in July, up from 2.6% in June, driven by a 13% energy price cap increase, with further rises feared.
Top work bags for the return to office: stylish picks from £38
From roomy totes to anti-theft backpacks, discover the most stylish work bags for commuting, with options from £38 at M&S to £110 from Stubble & Co.
Sail-thru fish and chips served to boats at Scottish pub
McMonagles Fish and Chips on the Forth & Clyde Canal in Clydebank serves 'sail-thru' dinners to paddleboards, kayaks, and canoes, with a wall menu and QR codes coming soon.
Klarna sales jump as more shops offer buy now, pay later
Klarna reported a 27% revenue rise in Q2 as merchants and subscribers grow, but downgraded its full-year outlook due to currency and softer European volumes.
Dusk Noa Stripe Bedding Set at £32 Praised as 'Champagne Quality'
The Dusk Noa 100% Cotton Stripe Duvet Set is on sale for £32, with shoppers praising its quality as 'champagne bedding for lemonade money'.
Dusk's Cornwall Coast collection includes 'perfect' cordless lamp
Dusk's Cornwall Coast collection features rattan finishes, airy aesthetics, and cosy stripes. Prices start at £7, with a cordless lamp under £25.
Bezos consortium to take 38% stake in Liverpool
The 1892 Holdings consortium, including Jeff Bezos, will take a 38% share in Liverpool, higher than first thought, with the deal valued closer to £2bn.
Dunelm's £24 bedding gets new autumn colours
Dunelm's Yard Hebden Reversible 100% Cotton Duvet Cover & Pillowcase Set, priced from £24, now comes in new autumn colours including caramel, espresso brown, and rosewood.
St Pancras evacuated after controlled explosion of car
St Pancras station was evacuated following a controlled explosion of an unattended car, deemed non-suspicious, causing major delays to Eurostar and East Midlands Railway services.
Abandoned West Lothian building could become Asian supermarket
A council-owned building in Broxburn, empty for years, could become an Asian supermarket, attracting more shoppers to the town centre.
Poundland owners consider sale after closing 200 stores
Poundland's owners Gordon Brothers are reportedly considering a sale of the bargain chain, just a year after closing 200 stores in a major restructuring.
Poundland owners said to be considering sale
Poundland's owners, the Gordon Brothers, are reportedly considering a sale just a year after closing 200 stores as part of a major restructuring.
M&S brings back festive cookies with a September catch
Marks and Spencer has announced the return of its popular Gingerbread and White Chocolate Cookies, but shoppers will have to wait until September to buy them.
Meat:Stack and Colmans launch Hot Fish Sandwich in Newcastle
Meat:Stack and Colmans collaborate on a Hot Fish Sandwich, launching August 21 in Newcastle, featuring stottie, salt and vinegar chips, and curry sauce.
PIF report confirms Newcastle 2026-30 strategy after Carabao Cup win
PIF's 2025 annual report confirms a 2026-2030 strategy for Newcastle United, celebrating the Carabao Cup win and Champions League qualification.
Sandhills station expansion to ease Everton matchday crowding
Liverpool Council planners are set to approve an expansion of Sandhills station's fan management zone, including a new bus stop, toilets, and food kiosks, to reduce matchday overcrowding.
HMRC issues work expenses warning
HMRC warns Britons about tax refund firms charging commissions for work expenses claims, urging people to claim directly through the tax authority to avoid hidden costs.
Lidl £8 lamp 'looks like John Lewis', Argos has 19p option
Lidl's £7.99 LED Table Lamp with Touch Function resembles a £55 John Lewis set, but Argos's Opal Glass Touch Table Lamp can be had for 19p after a TopCashback offer.
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