Andy Burnham Challenged to Rule Out 10 Tax Hikes
Reform UK's Robert Jenrick challenges Andy Burnham to rule out 10 tax hikes, warning of £38bn increase (£3,450 per family) if implemented.
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Port of Dover CEO: 'Absolutely Everything' Done to Avoid EES Chaos
Port of Dover CEO Doug Bannister says the port has done 'absolutely everything' to prepare for summer, but a £40m EES facility for cars is not yet operational due to EU technology not being activated.
Naga Munchetty Gets Huge Pay Rise, BBC Breakfast Co-Stars Left Behind
Naga Munchetty's BBC salary rises to £360,000-£364,999, placing her eighth on the BBC's annual on-air pay list, while co-stars Jon Kay and Rachel Burden see decreases.
Cates, Logan, Chapman BBC Salaries Revealed
BBC's 2025-2026 annual report reveals salaries for Kelly Cates (£215,000-£219,999), Gabby Logan (£290,000-£294,999), and Mark Chapman (£335,000-£339,999), who took over Match of the Day from Gary Lineker.
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.
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.
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.
3.7M Avoid £180 TV Licence Fee by Opting Out
3.7 million households have officially declared they don't need a TV licence, avoiding the £180 fee. The BBC reports 540,000 fewer licences in the last year as viewers shift to on-demand services.
Attendance Allowance Tips Boost Pensioners' Income by £458 Monthly
Independent Age offers tips to help pensioners claim Attendance Allowance, worth up to £458.40 every four weeks, tax-free and not means-tested.
Are BBC Presenters Paid Too Much? Top Salaries Revealed
Scott Mills earned up to £749,999 before exit; Greg James, Laura Kuenssberg also among top earners. Take our poll and have your say.
HSBC £220 Switch Bonus: How to Qualify for Free Cash
HSBC is offering new customers £220 for switching to its current account. To qualify, deposit £2,000+ and spend £500+ on the debit card within 60 days. Excludes those who had HSBC or First Direct since Jan 1, 2023.
Megan Finnigan signs new Everton deal, targets Goodison return
Everton Women's captain Megan Finnigan has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping her at the club for a 20th season. The 28-year-old is recovering from an ACL injury and aims to return to Goodison Park.
Scott Mills Tops BBC Salary List Before Dismissal
Scott Mills was the BBC's top earner with £745,000-£749,999 before his dismissal. Gary Lineker dropped to 15th. Four women made the top 10.
Scott Mills Was BBC's Top Earner Before Sacking
Scott Mills was the BBC's highest earner until his dismissal in March 2026, earning up to £749,999, according to the BBC's annual report. Gary Lineker's pay dropped to £329,999.
BBC Rich List 2026: Scott Mills Tops Highest Earners
Scott Mills tops the BBC’s 2025/26 highest earners list with a salary of £745,000-£749,999, a significant increase from the previous year. The full list of 70 on-air talents earning above £178,000 is revealed.
Darlow 'Extremely Proud' to Join Man United
Karl Darlow says he is 'extremely proud' after joining Manchester United on a free transfer from Leeds, where he made 22 Premier League appearances last season.
Energy Firms Offer Up to £1,700 Boost This Summer
Energy firms British Gas, EDF, E.ON, Octopus, and OVO provide up to £1,700 in grants, freebies, and discounts to help households with rising energy bills this summer.
Scott Mills was BBC's highest earner until sacking
Scott Mills earned £745k-£749k as BBC's top earner before being sacked over sexual offence allegations. Gary Lineker dropped to 15th after leaving.
DWP Joint Pension Credit and Housing Benefit Service from Autumn 2026
The DWP will launch a new joined-up service from autumn 2026, allowing pensioners to apply for Housing Benefit and Pension Credit together, initially online for a small invited cohort.
BBC Licence Fee Could Expand to Cover Netflix and Prime Video
UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy proposes expanding the BBC TV licence fee to cover streaming services like Netflix and Prime Video, with potential reductions for streaming-only viewers.
O2 Extends Free USA Roaming for England Fans Until World Cup
O2 extends free USA roaming for eligible Classic Plan customers until July 20, 2026, saving £7 a day. England fans can stay connected without roaming charges.
HMRC Confirms Pension Age Increase for Post-1973 Births
HMRC confirms the normal minimum pension age will rise from 55 to 57 on April 6, 2028, affecting anyone born after April 6, 1973. Transitional rules apply for those born between April 1971 and April 1973.
Bad Coffee Can Ruin Your Day: Study Reveals Impact
A study by SharkNinja finds that a ruined first coffee negatively impacts mood for 54% of drinkers, with top complaints including sluggishness, fatigue, and irritability.
Psychic Wins £166,666 in Postcode Lottery After Tarot Prediction
A clairvoyant who saw signs of a major life-changing event in her tarot cards was stunned when she scooped a share of a £1 million Postcode Lottery prize.
Manchester Airport: 3 Ways to Speed Through Passport Control
Manchester Airport has shared three options for passengers to 'speed through' passport control, including Passport Control FastTrack from £15 per person, available 24/7 for faster access.
Man Utd Abandon Ederson Move, Focus on Tielemans and Santos
Manchester United have decided not to revive their pursuit of Atalanta midfielder Ederson after his move collapsed due to medical issues, instead focusing on Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos.
Liverpool to Top Up Arne Slot's Salary After Sacking
Liverpool will continue paying Arne Slot until his contract ends even if he becomes Netherlands coach, saving millions by topping up his salary rather than paying a lump sum.
State Pension triple lock at crossroads: 820,000 face tax trap
Around 820,000 pensioners will be liable for income tax on their State Pension alone by 2027/28 as frozen tax thresholds collide with the Triple Lock, which guarantees annual rises.
Council Fined £7k for Throwing Away Vulnerable Woman's Belongings
The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman has ordered Hounslow Council to pay £7,100 compensation to a vulnerable woman after it threw away all her possessions following an eviction, causing severe distress and health deterioration.
Ryanair Tells Passengers to Stop Wearing Jeans on Flights
Ryanair has issued a humorous 'important announcement' on Facebook telling passengers to stop travelling in jeans, sparking a wave of reactions from fans who defend their denim.
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