Burnham urged to face down banks, water firms and tech billionaires
TUC chief Paul Nowak will urge Andy Burnham to rewire the economy for all workers, not just the uber rich, and to tax big banks' profits.
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Jewellery Lovers Race to Buy £53 Advent Calendar Reduced to £20
Wowcher has cut the Luxury 24-Day Jewellery Advent Calendar from £52.99 to £19.99, a £33 saving, with 24 pieces including rings, bracelets, and necklaces.
DWP pension dashboard could help claim £9,470 lost pots
A new DWP-backed dashboard will let UK workers find lost pension pots, worth £9,470 on average. Up to £31.1 billion may be unclaimed.
Meghan Markle handed sudden victory amid Royal Family tensions
Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand As Ever saw a surge in website traffic following news of the Sussexes' return to the UK, with visits hitting a monthly high.
Martin Lewis: HMRC owes women 'substantial' State Pension sums
Martin Lewis warns thousands of women aged 41-90 may be owed 'substantial sums' by HMRC due to a State Pension National Insurance error, as letters stop.
Reform's £72m crypto donation could be poison chalice for Farage
Reform UK's £72m donation from two crypto billionaires may backfire, raising spending-limit risks and damaging Nigel Farage's image, with 73% calling him sleazy.
Shrinkflation: Cadbury Heroes, Roses and Celebrations shrink by up to 21%
Investigation reveals Cadbury Heroes and Roses tins have shrunk from 600g to 475g since 2021, while prices have risen from £4 to £7.
Anthropologie x Ruggable rugs: cosy autumn styles that survive spills
The Ruggable x Anthropologie collection blends vintage florals with machine-washable practicality. Standout designs include the Felix Olive, Dorian Burgundy and Adrienne Burgundy rugs, priced from £119.
Rayner admits slim chance of 1.5m homes target
Angela Rayner has admitted there is only a 'slim chance' Labour will meet its 1.5 million new homes target, prompting Reform UK's Suella Braverman to call the pledge a 'big fat lie'.
£25 Glowxie footcare set leaves cracked heels 'soft'
Glowxie's XL Overnight Footcare Ritual, reduced from £29.99 to £24.99, pairs a glass foot file with moisturising socks to buff away hard skin and lock in moisture overnight.
M74 crash causes major delays and traffic chaos for drivers
Drivers face lengthy delays on the M74 after an early morning crash left lanes closed and sparked major northbound queues.
DWP conditions most likely to get five-year PIP awards
The DWP has published the 12 medical conditions most likely to receive the maximum five-year PIP award, with visual disease topping the list at 68%.
Pensioners Face Sunday Deadline to Avoid £300 HMRC Charges
State pensioners must opt out of the Winter Fuel Payment by 11.59pm on Sunday, September 20, 2026, to avoid automatic HMRC tax charges of up to £300.
Widow, 84, fights for two years to prove she is alive
An 84-year-old Florida widow says she is 'tired' of proving she is alive after being mistakenly declared dead, causing two years of financial and official record problems.
Washing Up Liquid Hack for Streak-Free Windows (13.09.2026)
Cleaning experts say washing up liquid on a microfibre cloth cleans windows in 15 seconds, leaving them streak-free and preventing condensation.
Keep bananas fresh longer with this simple tin foil trick
Wrapping banana stems in tin foil traps ethylene gas, slowing ripening and keeping fruit fresh for longer, according to food experts.
Bat causes chaos on Glasgow train as passengers duck
A bat flew into a ScotRail carriage on the Gourock to Glasgow Central route, sending passengers ducking for cover before escaping to freedom.
Powerball: Strict rules winners must follow to claim prize
National Lottery Powerball winners face strict rules, including at least two meetings with Allwyn, to claim their prize. The winning numbers for September 13, 2026 are revealed.
Brits Could Get £435 DWP Payment Before Christmas
Brits may receive up to £435 from DWP payments before Christmas, including £10 bonus, £150 Warm Home Discount, and £25 Cold Weather Payment.
UK EV Charging Gap Hits Drivers Without Off-Street Parking
Experts reveal the biggest gap in UK EV charging: drivers without off-street parking miss cheaper home rates. Pod CEO Melanie Lane warns infrastructure remains a concern.
Cleaning guru shares natural ingredient for softer bed sheets
Cleaning expert Chantel Mila says adding one cup of baking soda to the washing machine drum can soften bed sheets and remove odours.
Mossley Hill maisonette with jacuzzi and gym on sale for £1.3m
A five-bedroom maisonette in The Hollies, Mossley Hill, with a home gym, sauna and covered jacuzzi, is on sale for £1,300,000.
Charity bookshop's book tower sparks safety fears
A charity bookshop's floor-to-ceiling spiral tower of books has delighted shoppers but raised safety concerns, with some calling it a potential hazard in a public space.
£100m Manchester nature scheme expands in latest plans
An extension to Manchester's £100m CyanLines nature scheme is among the latest developments announced across Greater Manchester, including new Mayoral Development Corporations in Middleton and Oldham.
DWP confirms Jobcentre Plus and National Careers Service merger from October 2026
The DWP will merge Jobcentre Plus and the National Careers Service in England from 1 October 2026, aiming to improve support for disabled people and boost employment.
Pensioner Couples: £688.40 Boost Every Four Weeks
Low-income State Pensioner couples may receive a £688.40 Pension Credit boost every four weeks if they meet three key eligibility conditions, including receiving a qualifying disability benefit.
HMRC sends £70 pension top-up letters to one million lower earners
HMRC is writing to around one million lower earners who missed out on pension tax relief, offering an average £70 top-up payment for the 2024-25 tax year.
Blukar Head Torch Deal: Rechargeable Light at £13.97 on Amazon
The Blukar Head Torch Rechargeable is now £13.97 on Amazon, down from £17.99, with a 1200mAh battery, eight modes, and motion sensor.
Pension Credit can cut TV Licence bill to £0 for over-75s
Older state pensioners can cut their TV Licence bill to £0 in 16 minutes by claiming Pension Credit, which unlocks a free licence for those aged 75 or over.
UK woman's South Korea move cuts rent to £300 and nights out to £10
Robyn Mansir, 27, moved from Manchester to South Korea, cutting housing costs to £300 a month and nights out to £10, citing far lower living costs.
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