Burnham reveals £1,100 business rates cut for pubs
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a 20% cut in business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues across England, saving a typical pub around £1,100 a year from April.
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Santander pledges no UK bank branch closures until 2028
Santander has committed to keeping all its UK branches, including acquired TSB sites, open until at least 2028, but critics say the worst damage is already done.
Brits' Most Forgotten Holiday Item Revealed
A survey of 1,000 Brits reveals the most commonly forgotten holiday item: the travel adaptor, forgotten by 15% of travellers.
North East Lloyds and Halifax bank branches closing in 2026
Lloyds and Halifax are closing branches in South Tyneside, North Tyneside, County Durham and Gateshead in 2026 as customers shift to digital banking.
Next's £20 Joseph Joseph Caddy 'Well Worth the Money'
The £20 Joseph Joseph Grey Cupboard Store Easy Access Storage Caddy from Next is praised by shoppers for organising messy kitchen cupboards with its wheels and compartments.
Sykes offers 40% off Lake District lodge with gym and spa
Sykes Cottages launches up to 40% off sale on UK and Ireland accommodations, including The Ridge in Bowness-On-Windermere, a six-bedroom chalet-lodge with lake views, gym, spa, and cinema room.
£25 Salter Coffee Machine Wows with Iced Coffee
The Salter 2-in-1 Iced Coffee Maker, now £24.99, earns rave reviews for making 'stunning' iced coffee and hot drinks, helping users save money on coffee shop orders.
UK house price growth slows to 2.7% in May: ONS
UK annual house price inflation slowed to 2.7% in May, down from 3.9% in April, with London seeing a 3.7% annual fall, the ONS reported.
Joe Browns Linen Midi Dress Now £32 for Summer Workwear
Joe Browns' Linen Blend Belted Dress is reduced from £50 to £32 in the summer sale. The versatile midi dress is praised for comfort and washing well.
UK's 10 worst roads for potholes and repairs named
West Northamptonshire has the worst roads in the UK, with 5% of major routes rated red, according to a study analysing Department for Transport data.
476-year-old Kirkham Grammar School bought after administration
Kirkham Grammar School, founded in 1549, has been acquired by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Sanstha days after entering administration, securing its long-term future.
Brits ditch EU hotspots for Egypt, Turkey in 2026 holiday shift
British holidaymakers are shifting from EU destinations to non-EU spots like Egypt and Turkey, with the Red Sea now the top 2026 booking, according to Ski Vertigo data.
70% rule to avoid airport baggage fees
An expert reveals the 70% rule to help Brits avoid hundreds in unexpected airport baggage fees as stricter rules apply until 2027.
Royal family private islands for sale at £1.6m
Two private islands on the River Thames, once used by King Edward VIII for romantic getaways, are for sale with a guide price of £1.6 million.
World's Widest Bridge Cost Over £7 Billion to Build
The Rod El Farag Axis Bridge in Cairo, Egypt, is the world's widest bridge at 67.3 metres, cost £7.43 billion, and is free for pedestrians to cross.
Boots £35 beauty box saves shoppers £100 on MAC, Fenty, No7
Boots' Premium Make Up Edit Beauty Bag costs £35 but contains six products worth £134.95, saving shoppers £99.95. Includes MAC, Fenty, Clarins, Laura Mercier, Iconic and No7.
Celtic dithering gives O'Neill sleepless nights: Brazil
Alan Brazil says Celtic's transfer inactivity will be giving Martin O'Neill sleepless nights, as Daizen Maeda nears Ipswich move and Rangers strengthen.
Scullion LAW Promotes Four in Family and Criminal Defence
Scullion LAW promotes Judith Higson to director, Nicola Buchanan to legal director, Claire Thomas to senior associate, and Michael Stewart to senior solicitor.
HMRC Repayment Charge for Child Benefit Over £80,000
Households claiming Child Benefit with an income of £80,000 or more must repay payments in full under HMRC rules for the 2026/27 tax year.
Home Bargains cuts Eternite face mist prices by 76%
Home Bargains offers Eternite face mists at £2.99, reduced from £12.99, providing a 76% saving. The mists feature soybean extract, PDRN, or collagen.
Newcastle close in on £34m Monaco midfielder Bamba
Newcastle United are closing in on the signing of Monaco midfielder Aladji Bamba for around £34million, with the 20-year-old flying to Tyneside for a medical.
Parents urged to claim £2,000 top-up for childcare costs
Nearly 870,000 families use Tax-Free Childcare; HMRC urges parents to check eligibility for up to £2,000 per year per child ahead of summer holidays.
UK Gel Nail Ban: New TPO Restrictions Start August 2026
From August 15, new UK regulations ban the photoinitiator TPO in new gel nail products. Salons are switching to reformulated versions, and experts say clients need not worry.
Man Utd agree personal terms with Manu Kone to beat Arsenal
Manchester United have reached an agreement in principle with AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone, beating Arsenal and Chelsea to the £51m-rated France international.
Original Xbox games on PC reduce need for next console
Xbox has begun re-releasing original Xbox games on PC, including Blinx and Conker, with plans for achievements and custom settings, raising questions about the need for Project Helix.
William Saliba injury: Arsenal must be more efficient in transfer window
William Saliba faces months out with a back problem, forcing Arsenal to accelerate their search for a centre-back. John Stones and Ezri Konsa are targets.
Petrol Drivers Face 20p Per Mile Charges Under PM Burnham
Petrol drivers are facing 20p per mile charges as Andy Burnham becomes Prime Minister, with unleaded at 154.89p per litre and diesel at 170.98p.
Burnham Urged to Axe Reeves Car Tax Fee Saving £300
Andy Burnham has been told to scrap Rachel Reeves' electric car tax charge that could cost some drivers up to £300 per year, as industry leaders slam the policy.
Expert criticises Burnham's VAT cut on electricity bills
Prime Minister Andy Burnham's plan to scrap VAT on electricity bills is criticised by experts who say it fails to address rising living costs, with average bills still £155 higher than start of year.
New UK nail gel ban on TPO chemical starts August 2026
The UK will ban TPO in nail gels from August 2026 due to reclassification as a reproductive toxicant. Existing products can still be used until February 2027.
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