Peacocks store in Pontypool shuts after 20 years
Peacocks fashion chain confirms closure of Pontypool branch on August 19 after more than 20 years, sparking local concerns over declining high street footfall.
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Drivers face 180p per litre diesel warning
New PM Andy Burnham faces pressure as petrol prices rise to 157.81p, diesel to 175.71p, with RAC warning of 180p per litre by week's end due to Middle East conflict.
Meghan Markle's MasterChef blouse has a £28 linen-blend dupe
A linen-blend blouse from Nobody's Child, reduced to £28, provides a budget-friendly alternative to Meghan Markle's sleek black top from Matteau.
Middlesbrough Most Dangerous Place in UK for 2026
Middlesbrough has overtaken Blackpool to become the most dangerous place to live in England and Wales, according to Home Office figures, with 150 crimes per 1,000 residents.
Tenby house with secret tunnels and smuggler history for sale
The Albion, a Grade II listed Georgian house on Tenby's famous seafront, features secret doors, a smugglers' tunnel, and freehold of a charity apartment, for £750,000.
Healey Warned Over Pension Tax-Free Cash Risk
New Chancellor John Healey faces calls from AJ Bell to protect pension tax-free lump sums, as early withdrawals could cost savers £63,169.
Unilever best quarterly sales in decade ahead of food spin-off
Unilever raises annual outlook after best quarterly sales in over a decade, with volume growth surging 5.5% and full-year guidance lifted to 4-6%.
Liverpool Chase Barcola: PSG Star Faces Limbo Over £145m
Liverpool target Bradley Barcola could be frozen out at PSG if a £145m move fails, with Luis Enrique demanding committed players only.
M&S 'like leggings' trousers now £3 via cashback
Shoppers say M&S Jersey Straight Leg Trousers feel like leggings. Now available for as little as £2.55 with TopCashback new member offer.
Holly Willoughby Launches YouTube Show Together
Holly Willoughby has launched a new YouTube lifestyle channel Together, inspired by watching her children consume content online. Stanley Tucci is the first guest.
Beefeater and Brewers Fayre closures in London area
All 106 Beefeater and Brewers Fayre restaurants, including four in London, are closing by Sept 10; 3,800 jobs lost as Whitbread focuses on hotels.
Cheapest fuel in Greater Manchester on 28 July 2026
Costco Wholesale in Oldham offers the cheapest petrol at 145.9p per litre, saving up to £9 per tank compared to the most expensive station in Wigan at 182.9p.
Families living near new pylons offered £250 yearly for 10 years
Households within 500 metres of new electricity transmission infrastructure will receive £250 off energy bills for up to 10 years, totalling £2,500, under government plans to ease grid expansion opposition.
Bus drivers ballot for strike over heatwave conditions
Bus drivers across 10 Arriva North London depots are voting on strike action after demanding air conditioning to cope with heatwaves, with a ballot closing on July 29.
Elizabeth Arden Anti-Ageing Cream Now £10 at Boots
Boots' £10 Tuesday deal knocks £30 off Elizabeth Arden Visible Difference Refining Moisture Cream, ideal for dry and mature skin.
Newcastle pub Newton Park closes for Hickory's Smokehouse
The Newton Park pub in Benton has closed its doors for the final time, set to reopen as an American smokehouse restaurant by Hickory's Smokehouse later this year.
Robert Bush in custody ahead of sentencing
Robert Bush, former funeral director, faces sentencing for over 65 offences after spending first night in cells. Victims share trauma of wrong ashes and mistreated remains.
Martin Lewis urges early booking for cheap easyJet flights
Martin Lewis warns eager holidaymakers to book easyJet flights for summer 2027 as soon as they are released on July 28 to secure lower prices due to dynamic pricing.
EY and partner fined £1.2m over Made.com audit failures
The Financial Reporting Council fined EY £1.197m and partner Julie Carlyle £49,000 for audit failures related to Made.com's collapse.
Man Utd in advanced talks for Zirkzee loan with option to buy
Manchester United are in advanced talks with Juventus over a loan deal for Joshua Zirkzee, with a £30m option to buy, as the striker struggles at Old Trafford.
Sainsbury's Prosecco Tops Supermarket Taste Test
Sainsbury's Prosecco wins supermarket taste test with 8/10, praised for balanced sweetness and persistent fruity flavours amid soaring UK prosecco sales.
Pensioners under 80 get £200 winter fuel payment
Pensioners born between 28 September 1946 and 27 June 1960 will automatically receive £200 Winter Fuel Payments under PM Andy Burnham's government.
Express and AJ Bell Answer Your Pension Questions
Express has partnered with AJ Bell to help you take control of your retirement. Submit your pension questions by July 29 for expert answers.
CMA Launches In-Depth Probe into Kingsmill-Hovis Merger
CMA launches phase 2 probe into ABF's £75m takeover of Hovis, as profit warning hits shares.
UGREEN Tracker 4-Pack Drops to £17.63, Rivals AirTag
Amazon slashes UGREEN FineTrack 4 Pack to £17.63 (£4.40 each). Apple Find My certified, 80dB alarm, easy setup. A budget alternative to AirTag.
UK drivers warned they face £340 fine for doing 7mph over speed limit in Denmark
UK drivers warned of £340 fines for speeding 7mph over limit in Denmark. CarVertical highlights harsh European penalties.
Final Warning for 80,000 on Legacy Benefits to Switch to Universal Credit
DWP warns 80,000 on Income Support and Jobseeker's Allowance to switch to Universal Credit by April 2026 or lose payments.
Dacia Duster Crowned Best Small 4x4 by Auto Express
The Dacia Duster has topped Auto Express's list of the best small 4x4s, praised for value and capability.
Marc Bernal snubs Man United transfer interest
Marc Bernal has decided to stay at Barcelona despite Manchester United's interest, with the teenager showing absolute loyalty to the La Liga club.
Aldi free skincare giveaway worth £23
Aldi is giving one lucky winner the chance to win a free five-piece Lacura Marine Skincare collection worth over £23 by entering an Instagram competition.
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