Brits Trapped in Contracts Pay £576 More Annually
A survey of 2,000 adults reveals 38% of Brits are locked into contracts they consider poor value, costing them an average of £576 more per year than necessary.
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Quarter of Renters Lose Deposits Over Cleaning Disputes
A quarter of UK renters have lost their deposit due to end-of-tenancy cleaning disputes, with average losses of £367.89, according to a survey of 1,000 renters.
One in four renters lose deposit over cleaning disputes
A quarter of renters have lost their deposit due to cleanliness disputes, with damaged walls, stained carpets, and broken items among top reasons, according to a survey of 1,000 tenants.
Bruno Guimaraes Transfer: Newcastle Deny Sale Amid Arsenal Interest
Newcastle United insist Bruno Guimaraes is not for sale despite reports he wants to join Arsenal, with sources disputing the leak and a potential £60m bid discussed.
Hearts Urged to Re-Sign Cammy Devlin as Best Summer Move
Hearts must prioritise re-signing out-of-contract midfielder Cammy Devlin, who is set for talks with new manager Wouter Vrancken after the World Cup, as his departure would be a major blow to the club's core.
£21 Cap on Vet Prescription Fees Announced in Overhaul
Vets must publish price lists and cap prescription fees at £21 under new government reforms to tackle soaring bills, with a potential new watchdog and ombudsman for the sector.
Barclays Cuts Mortgage Rates, Saving Borrowers £1,100
Barclays cuts mortgage rates by up to 0.66 percentage points, saving borrowers up to £1,100 over two years, but brokers warn global tensions could reverse the trend.
Isak 'Suits' Iraola as Liverpool Striker Defended
Alexander Isak had a difficult first season at Liverpool after his £125m move from Newcastle, but pundit Danny Mills believes new head coach Andoni Iraola's style suits him better.
Hidden London Property Gems: Best Value Areas for Home Buyers
Savills identifies pockets of 'hidden value' in London where house prices are at least 20% below neighbours, including Isle of Dogs, Purley, and Newbury Park, offering lower prices and excellent transport links.
Manchester School Streets ANPR Camera Plan
Manchester council plans to install automatic number plate recognition cameras outside seven primary schools to fine drivers breaching traffic restrictions during drop-off and pick-up times.
Kipling Back-to-School Collection from £5
Kipling launches Back-to-School collection with bags, pencil cases and accessories from £5. The range includes backpacks, wheeled bags, lunch bags and Minions designs, with prices up to £117.
Man United Transfer Boost: Tchouameni, Ryerson Updates
Manchester United's midfield rebuild advances as Real Madrid reportedly opens to selling Aurelien Tchouameni for £85m, while World Cup star Julian Ryerson is contacted.
£25 Clarks Sandals Look Like £59 Skechers: Comfort Bargain
Clarks Solevana Jane sandals reduced to £25 in summer sale, resembling Skechers' £59 Black Bedford Trainers. One reviewer says they're the best shoe for comfort, allowing pain-free walking.
Parents of disabled teen forced to search for jobs he can't do
Parents of Connor Donnelly, a wheelchair user who is blind and non-verbal, say DWP demands they find jobs he is physically incapable of doing while claiming Universal Credit.
Ofgem Updates Backbilling Rules: You Could Get a Refund
Ofgem has issued fresh guidance reminding consumers of strict rules on backbilling, which typically prohibit suppliers from charging for energy used more than 12 months ago if the customer was not properly billed.
Coalition Demands Dualling of A1 in Northumberland
A coalition of leaders demands dualling of the A1 in Northumberland after six deaths in three crashes in weeks. Petition launched to urge government action.
Brits Overpaying £576 Yearly on Contracts
A survey of 2,000 adults reveals Brits believe they are overpaying by £576 annually on contracts like TV, energy, and mobile, with half seeing price rises and 26% feeling trapped.
Petition Launched to Dual A1 in Northumberland After Deaths
ChronicleLive has launched a petition calling for the dualling of the A1 in Northumberland after six fatalities in weeks. Over 50 have died in 20 years on the road, which also hampers economic growth.
ChronicleLive Campaign: Dual A1 in Northumberland After Fatal Crashes
ChronicleLive launches campaign to dual the A1 in Northumberland after 49 fatal accidents in 20 years and six more deaths in recent crashes, urging government to reconsider scrapped upgrade.
Newcastle's Youth Transfer Policy: Experience Gap Exposed
Newcastle United are spending up to £133m on young talents like Sean Steur, but a lack of experience could undermine their season, with the £25m price tag for Aaron Wan-Bissaka highlighting the dilemma.
Thames Water Outage: London and 6 Areas Hit by Water Shortage
Thames Water confirms supply issues across London and Home Counties during third heatwave, with 17 postcodes affected and residents reporting no water.
Stirling: Scotland's Happiest Place to Live
Stirling has been named the happiest place to live in Scotland by Rightmove's Happy at Home Index, thanks to its community feel, green spaces, and job opportunities. The city is known as the 'Gateway to the Highlands' and 'Little Edinburgh'.
Over a Dozen Benefits and Discounts for State Pension Age People
Over 13.2 million State Pension age people in Great Britain may be eligible for more than a dozen benefits and discounts, including Pension Credit worth £4,300 a year and Council Tax help.
Real Madrid soften stance on Tchouameni; Man Utd eye Ryerson
Real Madrid are reportedly open to selling Aurelien Tchouameni, valued at £85m, as Manchester United pursue midfield reinforcements and also target Borussia Dortmund's Julian Ryerson.
Savers Urged to Check Accounts Before Charity Transfer
BBC expert Laura Pomfret warns Britons to check dormant bank accounts, as funds may be transferred to charity after 15 years under the Dormant Asset Act 2022, with £2.1 billion already reunited with owners in 2026.
£25 Glowxie Kit Makes Feet 'Like New Born Baby's'
Beauty lovers rave about the Glowxie Overnight Footcare Ritual, a £24.99 kit that leaves feet 'beach ready and so soft' with a glass foot file and gel heel socks.
Arsenal: Barcola Advised to Stay, Kone Terms Agreed
Arsenal's summer transfer activity intensifies as Marcel Desailly advises Bradley Barcola to stay at PSG, while personal terms are reportedly agreed with Manu Kone for a £43m move.
Liverpool to Spend £15m on Two New Cycle Lanes
Liverpool Council plans to invest over £15m in two new segregated cycle lanes on Vauxhall Road and near Sefton Park, with work starting by November 2026.
Pilot's Final Words Before Pakistan Boeing 737 Vanished
The last transmission from the K2 Airways Boeing 737 cargo flight that vanished over the Arabian Sea has been made public, indicating the pilot struggled with a 'rolling or floating' aircraft before a catastrophic 35,000-foot descent.
Thames Water Confirms Water Supply Loss in 17 UK Areas
Thames Water has confirmed water supply disruptions in 17 areas across London, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire during Britain's third heatwave, affecting thousands of residents.
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