M6 blocked by lorry fire causing long delays
A lorry fire on the M6 northbound between J4A and J5 has blocked the carriageway, causing long delays. West Midlands Road reported the incident on X, warning drivers to expect disruption.
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Falkirk engineering firm collapses owing £3m, 95 jobs lost
Falkirk-based engineering firm AIM Engineering & Fabrication collapses owing £3 million, with nearly all 95 jobs lost across its two factories.
Black Tea: The Kitchen Staple for Clean Wooden Floors
Black tea can naturally clean wooden floors, reducing dust and scratches. Tannic acid gives shine, repels dust, and avoids sticky residue.
Aldi and Lidl face new competition rules after 16-year exemption
The CMA provisionally finds Aldi and Lidl should follow the same land agreement rules as other major supermarkets, ending their 16-year exemption.
Stacey Solomon's Shark fan back in stock for heatwave
The Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Misting Fan, praised by Stacey Solomon and Louise Thompson, is back in stock at £129.99 just in time for the weekend heatwave.
CMA proposes Aldi and Lidl face same store opening rules
The UK's competition watchdog has proposed that Aldi and Lidl should be subject to the same land agreement restrictions as major supermarket chains, preventing them from blocking rival stores from opening nearby.
Peppa Pig Metrocentre Closure: Refund Details
Peppa Pig Surprise Party at Metrocentre closes Aug 9, five months after opening. Existing ticket holders will be contacted directly for refunds.
Royal Mail Coloured Envelope Warning for Card Senders
Royal Mail warns that colourful envelopes can delay post; advises using a white label with black ink for the address to ensure clear delivery.
Lidl's Philips 6-in-1 Trimmer Kit for £19.99 Arrives Aug 13
Lidl's Middle Aisle Special Buys on August 13 include the Philips All-in-One Trimmer for £19.99, a £3 saving, plus other gadgets like a hair dryer and makeup mirror.
M&S beauty gift bag £25 slashed to £7 for airport-friendly sizes
M&S Bath & Body Gift Bag, £25, drops to £7.08 with TopCashback deal. Mini products praised as 'perfect for airport security' by shoppers.
Mike Ashley: Harvey Nichols in 'death spiral', 'huge challenge'
Billionaire Mike Ashley calls Harvey Nichols a 'death spiral' and a 'huge challenge', as he eyes a takeover of the struggling luxury retailer.
Martin Lewis clarifies 'halve it' pension rule
Martin Lewis explains his 'half your age' pension rule, including how employer contributions count and why starting early is crucial.
£100 Bedding Set Now £27, One Colour Sold Out
The Lyndon Company's Southport Green 100% Cotton Duvet Cover Set is reduced from £100 to £27 at Yimbly with code SUMMER10, but the blue variant has sold out.
Pension savers warned as scams cost victims £47,000
New research warns pension savers may miss scam warning signs, with victims losing an average of £47,000. Standard Life finds many misunderstand key rules.
HMRC warning: 864,000 face deadline today
Over 864,000 sole traders and landlords must file their first quarterly update under Making Tax Digital by August 7, 2026.
Aldi and Lidl face new supermarket land rules after CMA review
The CMA provisionally decides Aldi, Lidl GB and Lidl NI should follow the Groceries Market Investigation (Controlled Land) Order 2010, which already applies to seven major UK supermarkets.
Ivan Toney charged with assault at Soho nightclub
England footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm after an incident at a Soho nightclub in December 2025.
Fortnum & Mason's £275 advent calendar has £950 of free beauty
Fortnum & Mason's 2026 beauty advent calendar is now on sale for £275, offering 24 full-sized products worth £1,225, including Clive Christian and Aromatherapy Associates.
Burnham bounce boosts North house prices as South slumps
Northern England sees strongest house price growth as London values tumble by £6,000, according to Lloyds data.
Mulberry opens first Liverpool store at Liverpool ONE
Mulberry, the luxury leather brand, will open its first Liverpool store at Liverpool ONE, joining Monica Vinader on Keys Court. The opening date is yet to be announced.
Motorcyclist, 28, dies in Wigan crash with bus
A 28-year-old motorcyclist has died after a collision with a bus in Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan. Police appeal for witnesses and dash cam footage.
No 10 backs pubs in Westminster 'vertical drinking' row
Downing Street criticizes Westminster Council's plan to limit standing and bar service in pubs, calling busy pubs 'British life'.
£5,000 Fine Warning for Banned Electrical Items in Waste
UK households face fines up to £5,000 for disposing of electrical items like hairdryers and toasters in regular bins, experts say.
Royal Mail 5cm bubble wrap rule for parcels
Royal Mail advises using bubble wrap at least 5cm thick for fragile items, plus secure packaging, labeling, and checking prohibited items.
Thief steals £175k gold suitcase outside St Pancras
Bilal Arbaoui stole a gold suitcase containing £175,000 worth of items from a woman outside St Pancras station after distracting her with a tissue.
Couple's dream Scottish home falls through on TV show
Matt and Lizzy's dream move to Scotland on Escape to the Country ended in tears after their perfect home sale fell through. The couple had found a property for £399,000, but the seller pulled out.
Starbucks Rewards: More Stars Needed for Freebies
Starbucks is increasing the number of stars needed for rewards from September 3, meaning customers will need to spend more to get free drinks and food.
JD Sports names former Ikea boss as chairman
JD Sports has appointed former Ikea CEO Peter Agnefjall as chairman, effective September 1, succeeding interim chairman Darren Shapland.
Free 90-Minute Waiting Zone at Newcastle Airport
Newcastle Airport offers a free 90-minute waiting zone at Callerton Parkway for taxis, minibuses, and public vehicles, with a 24/7 shuttle bus to the terminal.
Home Bargains Cuts £29 Makeup to 99p for Dewy Glow
Home Bargains reduces BP Professional Hydrating Blush Stick from £29 to 99p, offering a dewy finish. Also, lip kits and primer are discounted.
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