Sefton services overspend reaches £4.3m
Sefton Council reports a £4.29m overspend on services as of June, with children's social care facing an £11.8m shortfall, but remedial actions are underway.
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Virgin Media Free LG TV Deal: £250 TV with Broadband Bundles
Virgin Media is offering a free 43-inch LG UHD TV, usually £249.99, with select broadband and TV bundles until July 29. Cheapest package starts at £46.99 per month.
RC Fornax Drives Defence Procurement with New Tech
British defence supplier RC Fornax challenges traditional project management, cutting complexities and speeding timelines, with £5.1m sales forecast and new Thales UK contract.
Ofcom reveals UK's worst broadband providers for complaints
TalkTalk is the most complained-about UK broadband provider, while Plusnet and Sky receive fewest complaints, Ofcom data shows.
Burnham defends limiting business rate cuts, says pubs are heritage
Prime Minister Andy Burnham defended limiting business rate cuts to certain venues, saying pubs 'need to know that the cavalry is coming' as he announced a 20% discount from April next year.
Man Utd get green light for Tchouameni transfer
Manchester United have reportedly been given the green light to sign Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, with Jose Mourinho overruled on the sale.
Manu Kone transfer wish coming true after Man United claim
Manchester United's transfer target Manu Kone is reportedly close to a move, with a personal agreement claimed and AS Roma set to benefit from a bidding war.
Change State Pension to weekly payments with one phone call
State Pension recipients can change their payment frequency from four-weekly to weekly by calling the DWP or writing to The Pension Service, a former DWP employee advised.
ScotRail Cancels Services After Fire Near Tracks
All ScotRail services between Dumbarton Central and Helensburgh Central and Upper were cancelled after a fire next to the tracks at Craigendoran at around 10am.
Dunelm's £12 Lamp Perfect for Relaxing Evenings Gets Rave Reviews
Dunelm's new £12 Lea Ribbed Ceramic Table Lamp earns five-star ratings for its soft glow and stylish design, available in three colours.
TUI adds Palermo Marathon to growing racecation trend
TUI announces title sponsorship of Palermo Marathon from 2027, extending its Rhodes Marathon deal to 2030, as demand for active holidays grows.
Households face £1,906 energy bills from October despite VAT cut
Households in England, Scotland and Wales are predicted to pay £1,906 for gas and electricity from October 1, despite a £45 VAT cut on electricity bills announced by Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Andy Burnham's VAT cut saves EV drivers £17 per year
Andy Burnham's new VAT rule cuts home electricity VAT to 0%, saving EV drivers £17 per year. A Tesla Model Y owner would pay £335.16 annually instead of £352.80.
European Airline Hand Luggage Rules 2026: Best Cabin Bags
Budget airlines like Ryanair, EasyJet, and Wizz Air are tightening hand luggage rules. Here’s how to avoid oversized bag fines and the best cabin bags to buy.
Arsenal sign Christos Tzolis for £34m from Club Brugge
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Greek winger Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge for £34m on a five-year deal, making him their third summer signing.
Boundary expert explains rights over neighbour's bushes
Jordan Kluth from John Fowlers advises on handling summer garden disputes, from overgrown hedges to fence painting, urging calm communication and legal awareness.
Save £57 on marble dining set shoppers hail as 'sturdy'
The Lovecasa 24 Piece Pink Marble Dinnerware Set is reduced to £73.09 on Amazon, saving £56.90 from its RRP of £129.99. Rated 4.6 stars from 1,406 reviews.
Badenoch tells Lineker to 'write a cheque' over tax demand
Kemi Badenoch told Gary Lineker to 'write a cheque to the Treasury' after the football pundit joined millionaires calling for higher taxes on wealth.
7 supermarket swaps to slash grocery bills as inflation bites
Experts reveal seven budget-friendly swaps for UK supermarkets, from tinned fish to frozen veg, to help Brits cut costs as grocery bills rise.
Cardiff parking levy plans labelled 'double tax' on drivers
Two major motoring organisations have questioned Cardiff council's plans to introduce a workplace parking levy, calling it a 'double tax' on drivers.
Kids Bowl Free at King Pins This Summer
Kids under 16 can bowl for free at King Pins in Trafford Palazzo and Manchester Arndale before 12pm daily until end of August with a paying adult.
Man City fans get £75 Puma jacket for 87p in cashback deal
Man City's Puma FtblCulture Track Jacket, originally £75, is available for just 87p via TopCashback's welcome bonus and cashback offer at Kitbag.
Man City in talks with Leeds over Trafford transfer
Manchester City are in talks with Leeds United over selling goalkeeper James Trafford, who wants regular first-team football after being backup to Donnarumma.
Worker's 'FAMT' hack to avoid pointless meetings goes viral
A senior leader at a UK sports organisation uses 'FAMT' (F**k all meetings Tuesday) to free up time, sparking debate on workplace culture and productivity.
Xbox backwards compatibility arrives on PC with four games
Xbox has launched backwards compatibility on PC, with four original Xbox titles now available to buy and emulate via the Xbox PC app, featuring enhanced graphics and achievements.
Clarks sandals reduced to £36 as fans buy three pairs
Clarks Arla Daisy Cloudsteppers sandals reduced from £50 to £36, with shoppers praising comfort and buying multiple pairs for summer.
Royal Mail adds QR codes to missed delivery cards
Royal Mail has announced a major change to its 'something for you' delivery cards, introducing QR codes to help customers locate missed parcels more quickly and securely.
Man United dismiss Gill transfer link amid keeper speculation
Manchester United are not actively seeking a new goalkeeper despite links with Paraguay's Orlando Gill, according to reports. The club already has Karl Darlow and others.
Thomas the Tank Engine family win tax battle with HMRC
The grandchildren of Rev W Awdry, creator of Thomas the Tank Engine, won a High Court battle with HMRC over royalty tax treatment.
Andy Burnham Wealth Tax: Poll on Millionaires' Letter
Over 100 UK millionaires, including Gary Lineker, urge PM Andy Burnham to introduce a wealth tax. Take our poll and have your say.
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