Poundland Closes Three Stores This Weekend in High Street Blow

Budget retailer Poundland is shutting down three more stores this weekend in Winton, Chichester, and Feltham, with huge discounts available in final sales. This follows multiple closures nationwide, dealing another blow to the struggling UK high street.

FDA Recalls M&M's Over Missing Allergen Labels

Over 6,000 units of M&M's have been recalled across 20 US states due to repackaging without proper milk, soy, and peanut allergen advisories. The FDA classifies it as a Class II recall.

Treasury Rejects Car Insurance Subsidy Plan

The UK Treasury has ruled out implementing a subsidy scheme for car insurance, stating it could increase costs for others and distort market dynamics, despite calls from MPs to reduce premiums.

TV Licence Fee Rises to £180 from April 2026

The annual TV licence fee will increase by £5.50 to £180 from April 1, 2026, as confirmed by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. This rise aligns with inflation and supports BBC funding, while the government explores future funding models.

TV Licence Fee Increases to £180 from April 2026

The annual TV licence fee will increase by £5.50 to £180 from April 1, 2026, as confirmed by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. This inflation-linked rise aims to provide stable funding for the BBC and support the creative industries.

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