Rayner hints at new property tax costing London £7.5bn
Angela Rayner has kept the door ajar for a new property tax which would land London with an additional £7.5 billion bill, as she highlighted criticism of the current council tax system.
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Chelsea get £25m Chalobah bid after Lacroix signing
Como have made an improved £25m offer for Trevoh Chalobah as Chelsea finalise a £52m deal for Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix.
Sainsbury's herb hack: olive oil ice cubes extend shelf life
Sainsbury's recommends chopping leftover herbs and freezing them in olive oil ice cubes to prevent waste and add flavour to future dishes.
Tom Kerridge warns UK faces losing local pubs without VAT cut
Chef Tom Kerridge calls for VAT on hospitality to be cut from 20% to 10%, warning pubs and restaurants are closing at an alarming rate.
Morrisons to close 100 convenience stores, 50 confirmed so far
Morrisons has announced plans to close up to 100 loss-making convenience stores, with 50 closures already confirmed, affecting hundreds of jobs and Post Office counters.
Manchester's £100m plan: 100 miles of floating walkways
A £100m project, CyanLines, will create over 100 miles of walking, wheeling and cycling routes in Manchester and Salford, with floating walkways, linking parks and green spaces over 10 years.
Bain Capital buys Vitabiotics from Dragon's Den star
Bain Capital acquires Vitabiotics, the UK's largest vitamin maker run by former Dragon's Den star Tej Lalvani, in a deal reportedly worth £900 million.
Cardiff Guesthouse to Become 10-Bedroom HMO
Cardiff council has approved plans to convert Austins Guesthouse in Riverside into a 10-bedroom HMO, each with en-suite bathrooms and shared facilities.
Man United Confirm Sekou Kone Loan to Lausanne-Sport
Manchester United have confirmed that young prospect Sekou Kone has left the club to join Lausanne-Sport on loan.
Shark handheld vacuum £60, down from £80
Shark's UltraCyclone Pet Pro+ cordless handheld vacuum reduced from £79.99 to £59.99, praised as 'excellent for dog owners' and 'easy to carry around'.
Fuel duty cut extended until 2027, HMRC confirms
The 5p per litre fuel duty cut is extended until 31 December 2026, with rates set to rise in 2027. HMRC confirms the move to help drivers amid rising petrol prices.
Dunelm's half price £69 rug 'makes a space you want to sit in'
Dunelm's Churchgate Wistow Jute Oval Rug, reduced by 50% to £69.50, gets rave reviews for its softness and beachy look. Shoppers call it 'absolutely beautiful.'
Liverpool target Akliouche could help Jacquet settle at Anfield
Liverpool's pursuit of Maghnes Akliouche could bring an added bonus: he has previously played with new signing Jeremy Jacquet for France's youth team, potentially easing their transitions.
Robbie Williams Lytham Festival tickets: how to buy after sellout
Robbie Williams' only 2027 English tour date at Lytham Festival sold out in minutes. Here's how to get resale tickets now.
EU backtracks on 90-day travel rule for Brits to Spain
Brits travelling to Spain will soon need a €20 ETIAS fee for stays up to 90 days, but the system is not yet operational and may be postponed.
Ninja FrostVault Cooler That Keeps Drinks Chilled Now £50 Off
The Ninja Portable FrostVault Go 17L backpack cooler is reduced to £149.99 at Debenhams, down from £199.99. It keeps food and drinks cold for hours with FrostVault technology.
Cycling group urges rethink on Dunkeld bridge closure diversion
Highland Perthshire Cycling calls for urgent reassessment of Transport Scotland's A9 diversion routes as Logierait Bridge closure forces cyclists onto busy roads.
Tesco Clubcard holders save £70 on Alton Towers pass
Tesco Clubcard points double in value when spent on a Merlin Annual Pass, cutting the price of a year-long pass to Alton Towers, Legoland and more to £69.50.
Maresca speaks on Grealish future amid Everton interest
New Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has refused to rule out Jack Grealish remaining at City amid Everton interest in bringing the £100m man back.
Claim free horse racing tickets with Racing TV this August (24.07.2026)
Readers can claim a free pair of horse racing tickets worth up to £46 to selected meetings in August, with kids go free, in partnership with Racing TV.
Free Horse Racing Tickets Worth £46 This August
Claim a free pair of horse racing tickets worth up to £46 to participating meetings across the UK this August, courtesy of Racing TV. Kids go free too.
Free Horse Racing Tickets Up to £46 This August
Readers can claim a free pair of horse racing tickets worth up to £46 to selected meetings in August, including Sandown, Kempton, Thirsk, Carlisle, and Stratford, with Racing TV.
Claim Free Horse Racing Tickets with Racing TV in August
Readers can claim a free pair of horse racing tickets worth up to £46 to selected meetings in August, with kids go free, courtesy of Racing TV.
Morrisons begins closing 100 Daily stores, 50 confirmed
Morrisons has started closing 100 Morrisons Daily stores, with two shut already and 50 more branches confirmed for closure, affecting jobs.
Cardiff City's Quiet Summer Set to Explode with Signings
Despite no new signings and three coaching exits, Cardiff City is poised for a busy period with growing confidence in transfers and staff appointments.
£1 Astonish Cleaner from The Range Leaves Mirrors Streak-Free
Astonish Window and Glass Cleaner in Eucalyptus and Lemon, costing £1 from The Range and Wilko, cleans mirrors and windows without streaks or harsh chemical smells.
Dunelm New Storage Collection from £14
Dunelm's new de-cluttering storage collection includes woven and checked designs, with prices starting at £14. Items range from underbed bags to rattan chests.
Northumberland holiday home with direct beach access
By The Sea in Beadnell offers panoramic sea views, a balcony, and a private gate with stairs directly onto Beadnell Bay beach. Priced from £2,229 for seven nights.
State pensioners get up to £5,959 under Andy Burnham
State pensioners with certain health conditions can claim up to £5,959.20 per year via Attendance Allowance under Andy Burnham’s government, with rates increased by 3.8% in April.
Man Utd hold new talks to sign £100m star after agreeing terms
Manchester United have held fresh talks over a move for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, whose representatives have reached out to revive a potential £100m transfer.
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