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.
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.
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.
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.
Andy Burnham tax plan for state pensioners confirmed
The Treasury confirms state pensioners whose sole income is the State Pension will not pay income tax under Andy Burnham, despite the threshold freeze.
Man United axe six starters from 2024 Rosenborg XI
Six of Manchester United's starting XI from their 2024 friendly loss to Rosenborg have left the club, with two more players' futures uncertain this summer.
Treasury Confirms No Changes to Cash ISA Reforms
The Treasury has confirmed in a five-word statement that Rachel Reeves' Cash ISA reforms, cutting the annual allowance to £12,000 for under-65s, will proceed as planned from April 6, 2027.
Halton Council opens consultation on three planning bids
Residents have 24 days to comment on planning applications affecting sites in Runcorn and Daresbury, including a Section 73 bid near the Mersey Gateway Bridge.
Burnham pub rates cut barely helps, analysis finds
Andy Burnham's 20% business rates cut for pubs saves £91/month, but costs from NI and wages have soared by thousands, analysis shows.
US Trade Chief Denies Tariffs Raised Prices Amid Inflation
Jamieson Greer denied Trump's tariffs increased prices for US families as senators challenged him over cost-of-living concerns during a Senate hearing.
EU fines Google €890m for competition breaches over search and apps
The EU has fined Google €890m for giving priority to its own services in search results and preventing app developers from steering consumers to cheaper offers.
Trump: Saudi nuclear deal tied to normalising ties with Israel
Donald Trump says US-Saudi nuclear deal requires Saudi Arabia to join Abraham Accords normalising ties with Israel, and bans uranium enrichment.
Burnham Defends £1,100 VAT Cut for Pubs After Criticism
Prime Minister Andy Burnham responds to criticism that his 20% business rates cut for pubs, clubs and venues, saving £1,100 annually, does not go far enough.
Swansea council takes over two NCP car parks, £5 all-day
Swansea council is taking over two former NCP car parks in the city centre, offering hundreds of spaces at £5 for all-day parking.
UK Nail Gel Ban: August Restrictions Explained
New UK regulations ban TPO in nail gels from August 2026, affecting salon and at-home products due to reclassification as a reproductive toxicant.
Andy Burnham sinks pints as PM unveils pub rescue package
Prime Minister Andy Burnham slashes pub business rates by 20% to save local boozers, saving the average pub £1,100 a year. We look back at his iconic pint-sinking moments.
Burnham's 20% business rate cut: hospitality reacts
Prime Minister Andy Burnham's 20% business rate cut for pubs and venues from April 2026 is welcomed as a 'breath of fresh air' but raises concerns over VAT relief and funding.
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