Pubs Say Burnham's Rates Cut Is 'Small Snippet'
Pubs say Andy Burnham's 20% business rates reduction is a 'small snippet' compared to high costs like VAT and staffing, with typical savings of £1,000 on £5,000 rates
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Ascot's King George Stakes Gets £2.5m Prize Boost
Ascot reports £10.5m pre-tax profit for 2025, announces King George Stakes will rise to £2.5m next year, aiming to rival the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.
Angela Rayner hints at new property tax costing London £7.5bn
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has not ruled out a new property tax that could cost London an extra £7.5 billion, saying the issue will be looked at ahead of the autumn Budget.
Rayner hints at new property tax costing London £7.5bn
Angela Rayner has kept the door ajar for a new property tax which would land London with an additional £7.5 billion bill, as she highlighted criticism of the current council tax system.
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Tom Kerridge warns UK faces losing local pubs without VAT cut
Chef Tom Kerridge calls for VAT on hospitality to be cut from 20% to 10%, warning pubs and restaurants are closing at an alarming rate.
Man United Confirm Sekou Kone Loan to Lausanne-Sport
Manchester United have confirmed that young prospect Sekou Kone has left the club to join Lausanne-Sport on loan.
Fuel duty cut extended until 2027, HMRC confirms
The 5p per litre fuel duty cut is extended until 31 December 2026, with rates set to rise in 2027. HMRC confirms the move to help drivers amid rising petrol prices.
Maresca speaks on Grealish future amid Everton interest
New Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has refused to rule out Jack Grealish remaining at City amid Everton interest in bringing the £100m man back.
Morrisons begins closing 100 Daily stores, 50 confirmed
Morrisons has started closing 100 Morrisons Daily stores, with two shut already and 50 more branches confirmed for closure, affecting jobs.
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VIP Tickets for Sunderland Premier League Matches
Sunderland return to the Premier League with VIP hospitality packages at Stadium of Light. Prices start at £105 for the Central Longside Stadium Tour Package.
Rayner admits Labour may miss homes target
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has suggested Labour might break its manifesto promise to build 1.5 million new homes, calling it a 'really difficult challenge'.
Trump hits UK with 10% tariff amid economic 'Burnham bounce'
The UK faces new 10% US tariffs from Donald Trump, just as positive economic data shows a 'Burnham bounce' with rising consumer confidence and retail sales.
Martin Lewis warns of 6-month council tax rule for home owners
Martin Lewis warns home owners about a 'really important' 6-month deadline to challenge council tax bands, as 400,000 UK homes may be in the wrong band.
Rayner rules out rent controls, homes target tough
Angela Rayner has ruled out rent controls or freezes in England, pushing back against suggestions by PM Andy Burnham, and acknowledged Labour's 1.5 million homes target is challenging.
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Wirral Plan: 2,200 Homes, UNESCO Status for Birkenhead Park
Wirral Council's new four-year plan includes 2,200 new homes, a balanced budget by 2028, and UNESCO world heritage status for Birkenhead Park.
Rayner rules out rent controls, admits homes target harder
Angela Rayner has ruled out rent controls in England, saying the Renters Rights Act is already impacting the market, and admitted the 1.5 million homes pledge is more challenging.
Manchester builds more homes than all of Greater London
Manchester built 4,766 homes in 2025/26, surpassing Greater London's 4,261, according to council figures.
State Pension Age Rise to 67 Sparks Concern as Many Unaware
MPs warn that many people are unaware of the state pension age rising from 66 to 67, with concerns that the change may increase poverty among older workers.
Ryanair CEO warns EU hand luggage rules may raise fares to £79.99
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary criticises new EU regulations requiring airlines to include a second carry-on bag in advertised fares, warning that the lowest fare could rise to £79.99.
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No Tax for State Pension-Only Retirees: Treasury
The Treasury confirms anyone whose only income is the State Pension will not pay income tax, as nearly 10 million pensioners face tax next year.
State pension income tax commitment confirmed by government
The government confirms pensioners whose only income is the state pension will not pay income tax, as Andy Burnham introduces new policies.
Newcastle's transfer dilemma across four positions
Newcastle United face a transfer dilemma across four key positions, with fans split on priorities as the summer window progresses.
Fury as tiny UK village of 113 could get 8,000 new homes
Residents of Beachampton, a village of 113 people, are outraged over plans to build 8,000 homes, threatening their tight-knit community.
Trump slaps UK with new 10% import tariff
Donald Trump has imposed a new 10% import tariff on UK goods, effective Friday, after time-limited levies expire following a Supreme Court defeat.
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Trump announces 10% import tariff on UK goods
Donald Trump will press ahead with a new 10% import tariff on UK goods after time-limited levies expire on Friday, a US trade representative confirmed.
Trump to impose 10% tariff on UK goods after levy expiry
Donald Trump will press ahead with a new 10% import tariff on UK goods after time-limited levies expire on Friday, a US trade representative said.
Trump Admin to Unveil New Tariffs as Previous Levies Expire
The White House says Donald Trump's administration will announce the next stage of its trade policy on Thursday, with reports of a fresh wave of tariffs as previous 10% levies expire.
Centrica warns UK gas storage situation is serious
Centrica has issued a serious warning about Britain's gas storage levels, raising concerns over energy security this winter.
Bid for alcohol premises licence in Kirkby submitted
An application for an alcohol premises licence has been made at 17 Carlis Road in Kirkby, seeking off-sales from 7am to 11pm daily.
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Newcastle dismiss Arsenal's £70m Bruno bid as 'non-starter'
Newcastle United sources have dismissed Arsenal's £70m bid for Bruno Guimaraes as a 'non-starter', with the club growing tired of attempts to unsettle their captain.
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