HMRC Confirms Pension Age Rise: Access Age to 57 in 2028

HMRC has confirmed the minimum pension access age will rise from 55 to 57 on April 6, 2028. Those born before April 6, 1971 are unaffected; those born on or after April 6, 1973 must wait until 57. A transition period applies for those born between April 6

Neighbour Can't Force Hedge Removal Without Legal Claim

A homeowner worried about neighbour demands to cut hedges gets legal clarity: shrubs at waist height do not interfere with right to light. Lawyer Daniel Barnett advises ignoring notes, mediation, or court declaration.

Rod Stewart Voices Celtic Transfer Concerns

Sir Rod Stewart has publicly expressed his worries over Celtic's lack of signings, as deals for Kelechi Iheanacho and Marcelo Saracchi collapse. The 81-year-old rocker took to social media to question the club's transfer activity.

M5 Fire: Car Engulfed in Flames Causes 70-Minute Delays

A vehicle fire on the M5 northbound in Somerset caused up to 70-minute delays and seven miles of congestion after one lane was closed. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, which spread to nearby undergrowth, and all lanes reopened by 10:30am.

Five Guys Lettuce Wrap Burger Goes Viral: Review

Five Guys' lettuce wrap burger, launched in January, is going viral as a low-carb option. We tested it: 246 calories, 24g protein, £7.35. Tasty but messy; a refreshing summer alternative.

Beak Fried Chicken Closes Smithdown Road Venue

Beak Fried Chicken's Smithdown Road restaurant closed on July 18, 2026. The co-owners cited tough times, but the Crosby branch remains open. Customers expressed devastation online.

Padel Courts Proposed for Sunderland Leisure Centre

Plans have been submitted to replace four outdoor tennis courts with covered padel courts at Silksworth Community Pool Tennis and Wellness Centre in Sunderland, aiming to boost year-round racket sport participation.

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