Met Police to cut up to 1,000 jobs as funding fears bite
The Met Police will cut up to 1,000 jobs this year to close a £100m funding gap, with a potential £125m gap next year, despite rising demand.
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Falmouth: UK's Best Seaside Town for Independent Shops
Falmouth tops the list with 294 independent businesses, 76.9% of shops, and an award-winning beach, making it the best seaside town for independent scene.
Sainsbury's £2 Gingerbread Tea Sparks Mixed Reactions
Sainsbury's new £2 gingerbread tea bags are causing a stir online, with some shoppers thrilled and others skeptical. The limited-edition brew is part of a biscuit-inspired range.
Lisa Snowdon's £28 under-eye concealer secret
Lisa Snowdon swears by Rodial's Banana Lowlighter Mini, a £28 concealer that corrects, illuminates, and banishes dark circles for a lit-from-within glow.
Home Bargains recalls Toy Story bottles over choking hazard
Home Bargains has urgently recalled Toy Story water bottles due to a choking hazard. The spout can detach, posing a risk to children. Customers are advised to return them for a refund.
Olivia Attwood's River Island Edit: 41 Pieces
Olivia Attwood's third River Island collection launches with 41 transitional pieces from £14, perfect for late summer to autumn.
DVLA warns drivers to tax vehicles even if exempt
The DVLA reminds all UK drivers they must tax their vehicle even if exempt, warning of fines up to £2,500 for untaxed vehicles.
Iceland launches 24-item 'essentials' bundle - up to £25.30 saved
Iceland's new Summer Holiday Essentials Bundle offers 24 items for £33.50, saving up to £25.30 on 40 popular products, available online until August 31.
Dunelm rug reduced by £200 gets compliments
Dunelm's Kaia Traditional Wool Rug is reduced by up to £200 in clearance, with shoppers praising its quality and design.
Lidl's £30 Rotary Airer Holds Three Loads of Laundry
Lidl launches £29.99 Easy Breeze 35m Rotary Airer, holding up to three wash loads, with a revolutionary Twist and Lock system.
Cat Litter Hack for Patio Stains Revealed by Expert
Homeowners can use cat litter to remove tough oil and grease stains from patios, advises Andy McLaughlin of RF Paving, as dry weather provides ideal conditions.
Hidden Welsh Estate 'Feels Like Stepping Back in Time'
Merthyr Mawr, a tiny village near Bridgend with thatched cottages and fewer than 300 residents, is being praised as a slice of the Cotswolds in South Wales.
Over 80 Pension: Weekly Boost to £110.75 for Eligible
State pensioners aged 80+ can boost weekly income to £110.75 via DWP's over 80 pension, a top-up for those with low basic State Pension.
Morrisons First UK Supermarket to Install Sanitary Bins in All Stores
Morrisons becomes the first UK supermarket to install sanitary bins in all 500 stores, following The Bog Standard guidelines by phs Group and Prostate Cancer UK.
CV Gap Advice: Be Honest, Not Apologetic, Says Jobs Guru
Jobs Guru James Innes advises reader Eliana on handling a two-year CV gap: explain briefly, don't over-share, and focus on readiness for work.
£28 Dash Cam Deal Amid 'Crash for Cash' Scam Rise
Motorists are buying affordable dash cams like the iZeeker GD 100, now £28.19 on Amazon, to guard against 'crash for cash' insurance scams.
Man guilty of murdering two women and raping a third
Serial sex attacker Simon Levy, 40, convicted at the Old Bailey of murdering two women and raping a third.
Sainsbury's £2 Gingerbread Tea Bags Spark Autumn Craze
Sainsbury's launches £2 gingerbread-flavoured tea bags for autumn, sparking mixed reactions online as shoppers rush to try the new brew.
Savoy Auction Bargains: £80 Wardrobe, £15 Art
A woman shares Savoy auction finds: £80 wardrobe, £15 painting, and £50 designer tables, as hotel refurbishes.
Home Bargains cuts £66 Elizabeth Arden serum to £12.99
Home Bargains offers Elizabeth Arden Visible Whitening CicaGlow Concentrate 30ml for £12.99, down from £66, in an online-only deal saving shoppers around £53.
Abuser guilty of murdering ex-partner he threatened
Alvin Gitahi, 44, was found guilty of murdering Vivienne Baraka, 35, in Ealing, west London, on March 26, 2024, after a history of abuse.
Washing line rule: Covenants can ban outdoor drying
Hanging laundry outside may breach property rules. Restrictive covenants in title deeds can restrict or ban washing lines, especially in leasehold and new-build homes.
50p Queen Elizabeth Coin for £1,000: Expert Says Not Rare
A 50p coin featuring Queen Elizabeth is listed for £1,000 on eBay, but a collector warns it's common and worth face value.
Healey Repeats Reeves' Mistakes, Costing Billions
Chancellor John Healey risks repeating Rachel Reeves' errors, with investor outflows and tax fears threatening the UK economy.
Brits' Biggest Life Changes Happen in Their 30s, Study Finds
New research reveals the average ages for major life changes: moving abroad at 31, career switch at 32, starting a business at 33, and side hustle at 34.
Dusk rattan cabinet slashed by £94 for organised storage
Dusk's rattan cabinet, ideal for wine bottles and glasses, is now £95, down from £189, with a 4.8/5 rating.
Myleene Klass's Skechers slip-on trainers get compliments
Myleene Klass wears Skechers' Slip-in UNO Trainers from the Britto collab, priced at £80, praised for comfort and style.
Destination dupes trend 'insulting' to local communities
Travel experts slam the destination dupe trend as insulting, warning it exports overtourism and harms local communities like Albania's Riviera.
Ryanair passenger fined £1,100 for Majorca flight disruption
A Polish court fined a Ryanair passenger 3,000 PLN (£600) plus 2,500 PLN (£500) compensation for disruptive behaviour on a flight from Majorca.
Solicitor Warns Over Washing Line Restrictions
A solicitor warns homeowners about restrictive covenants that can limit where or whether they can hang washing lines, especially in new-builds.
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