Older PIP Claimants May Get Backdated Mobility Payments
Older people on PIP may be due backdated mobility payments following a law change. DWP will review claims for enhanced mobility rate between April 2013 and November 2020.
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Motability Scheme Scotland changes: extra mileage from September
From September 1, new Motability Scheme orders in Scotland include extra mileage support for rural and island communities, secured by the Scottish Government, alongside other lease changes.
Man Utd Sign Karl Darlow on Free Transfer from Leeds
Manchester United have signed Wales international goalkeeper Karl Darlow on a free transfer. The 35-year-old has penned a two-year deal with an option for a further year, leaving Leeds United after rejecting a new contract.
Motability Mileage Allowance Exceptions Announced
Motability introduces exceptions to new mileage rules after campaigners protested halved allowance and increased per-mile charges, offering extra support for healthcare, education, and employment travel.
Motability Announces Exceptions to Mileage Allowance Changes
Motability has announced exceptions to the new mileage allowance rules, offering extra support for customers traveling over 10,000 miles for healthcare, education, or employment.
DWP £60m Fund to Boost Disability Employment
The DWP has announced a £60m Innovation Fund to help disabled people find work, part of a £3.5bn Pathways to Work programme, with applications opening in September 2026.
DWP launches £60m Innovation Fund for disabled people
The DWP is inviting bids for a £60 million Innovation Fund to help disabled people and those with long-term health conditions find and stay in jobs, backed by Paralympic legend Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson.
Brits Accept Age Gaps Up to 20 Years in Dating, Survey Finds
A poll of 2,000 adults reveals 71% see no problem with significant age differences in relationships, provided maturity and life goals align. 56% find a 10-20 year gap acceptable.
DVLA Urges Over 70s to Renew Driving Licence Online Now
The DVLA reminds drivers aged 70 and over to renew their driving licence every three years. The online process is free and quick, with licences arriving within one week.
BBC Chief Urges Licence Fee Scrap as Sales Drop 539,000
BBC's new director general Matt Brittin calls for urgent end to licence fee as annual report reveals active licence fees fell by over half a million, urging government to find new funding model.
Tesco to Close Stores Early if England Reach World Cup Final
Tesco will close all Express stores in England at 7:30pm on Sunday, July 19, if England reach the World Cup Final, allowing staff to watch the 8pm kick-off while receiving normal pay.
Jet2 to Install New Lightweight Seats on A321neo from 2027
Jet2 will fit next-generation lightweight seats with in-seat power on A321neo aircraft from early 2027, improving comfort and reducing fuel burn, as part of fleet expansion.
Lineker on BBC earners list despite quitting over year ago
Gary Lineker earned over £300,000 for two months' work at the BBC, appearing on the 2025/26 high earners list despite leaving in May 2025.
Paddy Power World Cup Offer: £30 in Free Bets
Paddy Power offers £30 in free bets for the 2026 World Cup with a £5 qualifying bet. New customers can claim via promo code YSKAST. Terms apply.
Arsenal Confirm Trossard Sale, Clear Path for Rogers
Arsenal have sold Leandro Trossard to Besiktas for £20m, clearing the way for a move for Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, valued at £130m.
Sainsbury's Wins Supermarket Picky Bits Battle Over M&S
Sainsbury's has been ranked the best supermarket for picky bits, beating M&S, Asda, Aldi, and Lidl with superior variety, value, and dietary options.
Collyer Future at Man Utd to Be Decided Late in Window
Manchester United academy graduate Toby Collyer's future will be clarified later this summer after a difficult 2025/26 season marred by injuries during loan spells at West Brom and Hull City.
Adidas Cloud Comfort Sliders Drop to £15 in Amazon Sale
Adidas Adilette Aqua Slides reduced to £15 at Amazon, 25% off. Waterproof, non-slip, and lightweight, perfect for pool and beach. Shoppers praise comfort and durability.
Treasury drops mandatory mileage checks for new EVs
The Government has abandoned plans to force new electric cars and plug-in hybrids to undergo mileage checks, instead relying on MOT checks and driver estimates for the upcoming pay-per-mile tax.
Potholes on Rochdale-Oldham Border Spark Anger
Potholes at the junction of Greengate and Grimshaw Lane on the Rochdale-Oldham border have angered residents and councillor Dylan Williams, who says Oldham Council has failed to repair them since March.
Woman Very Attracted to Boyfriend After £6.25 Aftershave
A woman admitted she became 'very attracted' to her boyfriend after he wore Bellavita's £6.25 fragrances. The luxury gift set is now selling fast on Amazon.
Secret Garden Distillery Enters Voluntary Liquidation
Secret Garden Distillery, an award-winning gin producer in Midlothian, has entered voluntary liquidation after nearly a decade, with Opus Restructuring LLP appointed as joint administrators.
Health board boss gets £30k pay rise amid strike dispute
Cwm Taf Morgannwg health board director Hywel Daniel received a £30,000 pay increase while health visitors strike over banding pay gap of up to £9,000.
Chelsea legend urges Alonso to sign John Stones
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has advised Xabi Alonso to sign John Stones on a free transfer, citing his experience and the reduced fixture load due to Chelsea's lack of European football.
New EU Law 2027: Free Hand Luggage, Better Passenger Rights
New EU air passenger rights law in 2027 ends fees for hand luggage, bans no-show penalties, and strengthens compensation rules after 22 years of negotiations.
Sainsbury's Tops Picky Bits Test: Aldi to M&S Compared
Sainsbury's wins the picky bits showdown with the best variety, value, and dietary options, beating Aldi, M&S, Lidl, and Asda in a comprehensive supermarket comparison.
Football Fans Lose 3 Hours Sleep Per Match
Football fans lose 3 hours sleep per match, with 39% exhausted at work. 20% report productivity drop, 40% rely on caffeine, and 28% prefer losing sleep over missing live World Cup moments.
Simon Calder's Urgent Message to easyJet Passengers
Travel expert Simon Calder advises easyJet passengers not to worry about the £5.7bn takeover bid by Apollo Global, saying flights will operate as normal and the deal will take months.
Abandoned Hall Costs Taxpayers £81,000 in Safety Repairs
Carmarthenshire Council spent £81,047 on safety netting at Garnant Workmen's Hall after slates fell. A councillor demands recovery of taxpayers' money.
Martin Lewis: two online tools for pension check
Martin Lewis advises using the Pension Tracing Service and fintech firm Gretel to track down lost pension pots, potentially uncovering thousands of pounds.
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