Royal Mail names Merseyside postcodes facing delays
Royal Mail has confirmed that 90 UK postcodes, including several in Merseyside like New Ferry, will not receive post on time today due to local issues such as sick absence.
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Reeves Unveils Cost of Living Package With Food Tariff Cuts
Chancellor Reeves announces tariff cuts on over 100 food staples, free bus travel for kids, fuel duty freeze, and haulier tax holiday to combat cost of living pressures.
Four Million on Benefits Without Work Requirements Sparks Debate
Four million benefits claimants exempt from work requirements, up 1.3m since Starmer took office, sparking political debate as unemployment rises.
UK Could Ban Veggie ‘Burgers’ Under New EU Trade Deal
EU vote on banning meaty names for plant-based foods could apply to UK under new SPS deal, sparking debate over labelling and livestock lobbying.
AstraZeneca Sales Rise on Strong Cancer Drug Demand
AstraZeneca reported a 6% rise in first-half revenues to $30.67 billion, driven by strong demand for cancer treatments and rare disease drugs.
Love Island Fans Unhappy With Final Twist Decision
Love Island fans express frustration after a major twist gives dumped islanders power to eliminate a couple from the final, with many criticizing the lack of public votes.
Argos Shoppers Can Get £35 Sun Lounger for Under £11 with Cashback Deal
Argos Home Lemon Print Folding Metal Sunlounger now £28, but new TopCashback members can get it for £10.67 after cashback.
Butlin's unveils first self-serve bar machines in UK
Butlin's has installed 100 self-serve bar units at three UK resorts, becoming Europe's first holiday park with Boxbar machines that pour drinks in six seconds.
Greece Relaxes EES Rules for Brits as Cheap Flights Start at £17
Greece exempts British passport holders from EU biometric checks. Cheap flights from £17 to Kos, Chania, Corfu. Spring temperatures 20-25°C.
Council tax discounts: Millions could save as Burnham considers reforms
Martin Lewis says up to 400,000 homes may be in wrong council tax bands, while carers could claim discounts. PM Andy Burnham considers reforming the system to address unfairness.
Burnham fuels fears of £7.5bn property tax on London
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has fueled fears of a new property tax that could add £7.5 billion to Londoners' bills, endorsing Rachel Reeves' council tax reforms as a 'start'.
Ljubljana: Walkable, Safe, and One of Europe's Cheapest Capitals
Ljubljana, Slovenia's capital, offers a walkable, safe city break with cheap beer at €2.50, flights from £59, and a rich history.
Primark £4.50 cap vs £32 Anthropologie: book-lover bargain
Primark offers a £4.50 'Book Club' baseball cap, an affordable alternative to Anthropologie's £32 'Books>People' cap, as part of a new bookish collection.
Unpaid parking fines can lead to losing a home, brokers warn
Record numbers of unpaid parking fines are causing County Court Judgments, leading to costly mortgage problems and even loss of home, experts warn.
UK's First Secure School to Revolutionise Youth Justice
Oasis Restore, the UK's first secure school, will replace youth jails with education and rehabilitation, opening November next year.
Beefeater Confirms Closure Date for Last 5 Scottish Sites
Beefeater has confirmed that all remaining UK restaurants, including five in Scotland, will close on September 10, 2026, as part of owner Whitbread's exit from the restaurant business.
Warrington Named Among Top 10 Places to Raise a Family in England
Warrington ranks seventh in England for raising a family, according to a study by outdoor play equipment company outdoortoys.
Australia Inflation Hits 4.6% as Iran War Fuel Shock Bites
Australia's inflation jumps to 4.6% as Iran war fuel shock bites, with markets betting on another RBA rate hike next week.
Doctor's Trick to Fall Back Asleep After Waking at Night
Dr Lindsay Browning shares dos and don'ts for disrupted sleep, including cognitive shuffling and avoiding clock checks to help you drift back off.
Cammy Devlin Shines as Rangers Draw with West Ham
Cammy Devlin impressed as Rangers drew 0-0 with West Ham in a friendly at Ibrox, with Derek McInnes learning from his squad's performance.
Zoom sales surge as pandemic drives demand for remote work
Zoom reports a 30-fold increase in usage and tripling paid subscribers due to pandemic, forecasting $1.8bn sales.
British Tourists Turn Away From US Holidays
UK visitor numbers to US down 14.3% in March amid concerns over Trump's policies and rhetoric, with analysts warning of further decline.
Entalula Beach in the Philippines Named World's Best Beach for 2026
Entalula Beach in Palawan, Philippines, tops The World's 50 Best Beaches 2026 list, praised for its turquoise waters, limestone cliffs, and tranquillity.
Lottery experts reveal common mistakes that may be costing you
Lottery experts share common mistakes that may be stopping you from winning, including poor number choices and ignoring syndicates.
FTSE 100 Fluctuates Amid Middle East Tensions, Closes Flat
FTSE 100 closed flat as oil prices fell after Iran ended military operations against Israel. Housebuilders fell on borrowing cost fears. Wall Street rallied.
Reeves Tells Labour MPs Budget Is Package Not Pick And Mix
Rachel Reeves urges Labour MPs to back budget, warning it is a 'package not pick and mix.' Promises fair, progressive budget despite growth downgrades.
Properties Taking Longer to Sell in UK Cities, Study Finds
UK homes take average 102 days to sell, six days longer than last year. London at 126 days; Edinburgh fastest at 39 days.
TV Licence refund: Who can claim and how to apply
UK households may be eligible for a TV Licence refund if they no longer watch live TV or use BBC iPlayer. Learn how to claim, conditions, and fines for non-payment.
Reeves Pledges Fiscal Stability as Spring Forecast Looms
Chancellor Reeves aims for a boring spring forecast, pledging no new policies and relying on OBR data to show fiscal headroom amid political pressure.
New Balance 327 Trainers Reduced to £77 in Summer Sale
The viral New Balance 327 trainers praised for comfort and style have been slashed to £77 in a huge summer sale, with shoppers rushing to buy discounted pairs.
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