Scottish letting agents face new damp and mould deadlines
Scottish letting agents must meet new damp and mould deadlines from 6 October, with 10 working days to investigate and repairs starting within five working days.
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Vistry shares slide as £661m loss unveiled
Vistry swung to a £661.3m half-year loss, triggering a sharp share slide. The housebuilder plans to shrink operations, cut regional offices from 25 to 12, and target £50m extra savings.
UK Property Market: Who Is Getting It Wrong?
UK property headlines preach doom and gloom, but data from week 37 of 2026 shows new listings up, sales agreed down, and a 24.5% gap between asking and sold prices.
Fine & Country expands into Northern Ireland with new partnership
Fine & Country has expanded into Northern Ireland after agreeing a new licence with estate agency Fetherstons, targeting the premium residential market across the region.
My Property Box expands into North West with 18th acquisition
My Property Box has acquired H&H Land & Estates' residential sales and lettings business, marking its first move into the North West with branches in Carlisle, Penrith, Cockermouth and Kendal.
Walkden's Grecian Mill set for apartments, shops and cafes revamp
Plans submitted to transform the dilapidated Grecian Mill in Walkden into 64 apartments, shops and cafes, rescuing the Victorian building from collapse.
Public inquiry into Whistl's HGV bid at Astley site
A public inquiry will examine Whistl's application to operate up to 60 HGVs and 95 trailers at Astley business park, following objections from 131 residents across 96 properties.
Bolton green belt plans for 14,052 homes and industrial space
Bolton council proposes removing three green belt areas for up to 14,052 new homes and at least 135,099 sq m of industrial space before 2042. Health Innovation Bolton is the largest site.
Gran Canaria: 27C October Half Term with £31 Flights
Gran Canaria offers 27C temperatures in October half term, with £31 flights from Liverpool and four-night stays from £225 for families.
Police clarify truth about 10% speed limit rule
Police forces clarify the 10% speed limit rule. Under UK law, speeding is a strict liability offence, but NPCC guidance sets enforcement thresholds at 10% plus 2mph.
95p Aldi shortbread beats Walker's in taste test
Aldi's 95p shortbread fingers beat Walker's and four other supermarket brands in a taste test, with Sainsbury's coming last.
Rosacea Sufferers Praise £25 Cream That Makes Redness 'Disappear'
Rosalique's Miracle 3-in-1 Anti-Redness Cream is on sale at £24.74, down from £32.99. Shoppers with rosacea say it helps conceal redness and boost confidence, with over 10,000 five-star reviews.
5-second task keeps washing machines mould-free and clean
Leaving the washing machine door ajar after every cycle prevents mould and improves cleaning, say Beko experts. The quick task boosts airflow to dry the drum and seal.
Aldi shortbread beats Walker's in supermarket taste test
Aldi's 95p shortbread fingers beat Walker's and other supermarket brands in a taste test, while Sainsbury's scored lowest at 3/10.
Tesco 62p washing-up liquid wins over M&S and Sainsbury's shopper
A shopper who prefers M&S and Sainsbury's keeps returning to Tesco for its 62p washing-up liquid, saying it outperforms Fairy and other brands.
Ryanair adds 22 new UK winter routes including Marrakech
Ryanair has unveiled 22 new winter routes from UK airports, including Marrakech, Venice and Rome, as CEO Michael O'Leary calls for APD abolition.
5 Affordable Center Parcs Alternatives for October Half Term
Looking for a Center Parcs-style break without the price tag? These five UK parks offer lodges, caravans and activities from £259 for October half term.
Tesco's 62p washing-up liquid beats M&S and Fairy, shoppers say
Tesco's 62p washing-up liquid wins over shoppers who usually buy from M&S and Sainsbury's, with many praising its quality over Fairy.
62p Tesco staple wins over M&S and Sainsbury's shopper
A shopper who prefers M&S and Sainsbury's reveals why a 62p Tesco washing-up liquid is a must-buy, praising its quality and value.
Gateshead flyover demolition nears completion with October target
The demolition of the Gateshead flyover is nearing completion, with aerial pictures showing the scale of the work. The project is hoped to be fully completed by October.
St Cuthbert's Way named among Lonely Planet's best experiences for 2027
St Cuthbert's Way, the 62-mile North East pilgrimage route to Holy Island, has been rated among Lonely Planet's 'best experiences' in its Best in Travel 2027 list.
Consumer confidence edges up despite household bill worries
GfK's Consumer Confidence Index rose one point to minus 13 in September, marking three consecutive monthly increases, though rising household bills may cool sentiment.
UK food exports tumble 11.7% on costs and Middle East impact
UK food and drink exports plunged 11.7% in the first half of 2026, hitting the third lowest level on record, as high costs and Middle East conflict weighed on trade.
Protein powder price surge leaves gym-goers out of pocket
Whey protein prices have soared 130% in a year, forcing supplement firms to hike prices and leaving gym-goers paying more for their protein fixes.
Gerrard unveils multi-million pound plan to give back
Steven Gerrard is investing in new sports and educational facilities at Childwall Sports and Science Academy and King George V Playing Fields in Huyton, including 3G pitches and padel courts.
Amazon Prime Big Deals Day 2026: Dates and Early Deals
Amazon Prime Big Deals Day 2026 kicks off on 6th October, offering 48 hours of exclusive deals for Prime members across beauty, tech, appliances and books. Early discounts include the Dyson Airwrap, Kindle, Oura Ring 4 and more.
Amazon Prime Big Deals Day 2026: Dates and Best Early Deals
Amazon's Prime Big Deals Day 2026 kicks off on 6th October, offering 48 hours of exclusive deals for Prime members across beauty, tech, appliances and books, with early discounts already live.
Designers Guild enters administration after 56 years
Luxury homeware brand Designers Guild has entered administration after 'trading challenges for several years', leading to 93 redundancies.
Verdi's aims for Easter reopening after fire
Verdi's café in Mumbles, Swansea, could reopen by Easter after insurers accepted liability for the fire damage, co-owner Ryan Hole said.
Custard tarts travel 4,700 miles with Greater Manchester man
A customer took four custard tarts from Loafi Bakehouse in Ramsbottom on a 4,741-mile journey to Portland, Oregon, before sharing them with friends.
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