Stratford Fire Disrupts London Train Services

A fire near Stratford station has shut one of London's busiest stations, with disruption expected until Monday. 1,400 passengers evacuated, services affected on Elizabeth Line, Greater Anglia, and London Overground.

Burnham May Scrap Stamp Duty for Land Value Tax

Andy Burnham, expected to become PM, could replace stamp duty with a Land Value Tax (LVT), which he called a 'more productive form of taxation'. Scrapping stamp duty may boost housing market activity.

State Pension Age Rise: Two Key Issues Identified

The state pension age is rising from 66 to 67 between April 2026 and 2028, with plans to increase to 68 by 2046. A pensions expert highlights two key issues: an aging population and plateauing life expectancy.

Never Pack Vapes or Powerbanks in Hold Luggage

Passengers are urged not to pack vapes or powerbanks in hold luggage due to fire risk from lithium batteries. Airlines require these devices in cabin baggage only, with strict rules on e-liquids and vaping onboard.

Norwich Named UK's Best Undiscovered Gem by Time Out

Travel experts from Time Out have named Norwich the UK's best undiscovered city for 2026, praising its medieval streets, independent shops, and 1,000-year history as England's most complete medieval city.

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