Gas Works to Cause Disruption at Busy Manchester Junction
Major gas works at a busy Manchester junction will cause weeks of disruption with temporary traffic lights and longer waits for motorists, starting during school holidays.
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VAT scrapped on electricity bills, saving households £45 from October
New PM Andy Burnham announces removal of VAT on domestic electricity from October 1, reducing annual bills by £45, as first major policy to ease cost of living pressures.
Tom Kerridge Defends Restaurant Prices Amid Backlash
Chef Tom Kerridge responds to criticism over high prices at his two-Michelin-starred pub, The Hand and Flowers, acknowledging the cost of living crisis while defending his pricing model.
PM Burnham Cuts VAT on Electricity Bills from October 1
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces removal of VAT on electricity bills from October 1, saving households £45 yearly on the Ofgem price cap, funded by scrapping the £1.8bn digital ID programme.
Burnham Announces VAT Cut on Electricity Bills from Oct 1
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced the removal of VAT from domestic electricity bills from October 1, funded by cancelling the £1.8bn Digital ID programme, to help households with winter bills.
Liverpool can only sign one non-homegrown player under PL rules
Liverpool have only one remaining slot for a senior non-homegrown player in their 25-man squad due to Premier League rules, forcing strategic sales or reliance on under-21 signings.
PIP Changes: DWP Qualifying Income Rules Update and Expert Verdict
A major review of PIP is underway, with experts warning that the biggest barrier to claiming is the application process, not means-testing. Current weekly rates range from £30.30 to £114.60.
Liverpool Council Seeks to Dismiss Parking Charge Legal Battle
Liverpool Council has applied to strike out a judicial review against extended parking charges until 11pm, with over 7,000 drivers affected in the first three months.
Liverpool Limited to One More Senior Non-Homegrown Signing
Liverpool can only make one more senior non-homegrown signing this summer due to Premier League rules capping non-homegrown players at 17, with the club currently having 16.
Eye of the Tiger Tops Brits' Favourite Walk-Out Song List
Survivor's Eye of the Tiger is the UK's top walk-out song for sporting events, beating Queen's We Are the Champions, Don't Stop Me Now, and We Will Rock You, according to a Compare the Market survey.
Oldham Council Staff Expenses Rise 'Unexplained'
An internal audit found a 56% rise in staff expense claims since 2019, with costs exceeding £312,000 in 2025-26. Inspectors cited lack of oversight, but the council insists no misuse occurred.
Guehi Slams FIFA Over 'Rubbish' World Cup Ticket Pricing
England and Manchester City defender Marc Guehi publicly criticized FIFA for high ticket prices at the World Cup, calling the pricing 'rubbish' after only 64,478 fans attended the bronze medal match in a 71,000-capacity stadium.
Carrick Demands Another Midfielder for Man Utd
Michael Carrick wants a third midfielder at Manchester United after signing Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos for £85m combined, despite pulling out of a deal for Ederson.
Wheelchair Return Denied After Daughter's Death
A mother bought a £435 wheelchair for her disabled daughter, who died two days later. The store refused a refund, citing policy. Consumer champion intervenes.
AliExpress Fined Record €550m by EU Over Illegal Goods
The EU fined AliExpress a record €550 million for failing to stop illegal goods like counterfeit products and unsafe toys, citing violations of the Digital Services Act.
MP Demands Answers After HMO Opposed by 100 Neighbours Approved
MP Yasmin Qureshi demands answers after Salford Council approves an eight-person HMO in Walkden despite 100 objections from neighbours, citing safety and traffic concerns.
Santander Ends Annual Fee Statements in August
Santander will stop sending annual fee statements to customers from August, moving the service online. The change saves banks over £1 billion annually in paper costs.
5m Pensioners Face £16,500 Shortfall as Age Rise Fast-Tracked
Up to five million state pensioners could each lose £16,500 if the government fast-tracks a rise in the state pension age to 68 by 2037, seven years earlier than planned, according to experts.
EU to Scrap 5 Airline Fees: Hand Luggage, Boarding Passes & More
New EU rules from mid-2027 will ban fees for cabin luggage, seat selection for families, paper boarding passes, name corrections, and no-show penalties on flights to/from EU.
Newcastle United to Change Club Crest for First Time Since 1988
Newcastle United will change their club crest for the first time since 1988. Fans will vote in a poll, with workshops starting in August. The current badge has been through historic moments including the 2025 Carabao Cup win.
Free TV Licence Campaign Nears 100,000 Signatures
Campaigners have 24 hours to reach 100,000 signatures on a petition demanding free TV licences for all pensioners, which would force a parliamentary debate. Currently at over 66,000 signatures, the petition pressures new PM Andy Burnham.
Guehi Slams FIFA Over 'Rubbish' World Cup Ticket Prices
England defender Marc Guehi criticizes FIFA for high ticket prices at the World Cup, calling them 'rubbish' after thousands of empty seats at the bronze medal match.
HMRC Explains State Pension Tax Rule: Some to Pay More
HMRC has issued guidance on state pension tax rules as the pension age rises to 67 between 2026 and 2028, meaning some older workers will pay National Insurance for longer.
HMRC Clarifies State Pension Rules: Some to Pay More Tax
HMRC has issued new guidance on state pension tax rules, confirming that rising state pension age means some retirees will pay additional National Insurance contributions.
Spain World Cup Winners Face Hefty Tax Bill After Victory
Spain's World Cup-winning squad received €754,701 each, but taxes up to 49.5% mean players lose up to €370,000, with 17 home-based players paying around £5m total.
State Pension Age Increase: Affected Birthdates for August 2026
The state pension age rises again in August 2026. Those born between August 6 and September 5, 1960, will reach pension age at 66 years and 5 months. Full list inside.
Trading Standards: 30% of pubs serve short spirits
South Lanarkshire Trading Standards find 3 in 10 licensed premises serve short measures of spirits; one whisky was 12.5% short, costing customers 49p per drink.
Legal Rights for Neighbour's Hedge Overgrowth in UK
UK law allows cutting overhanging hedge branches to the boundary line, but exceeding this or cutting protected hedges can lead to legal action or criminal damage charges.
Can I cut my neighbour's hedge? UK legal rights
UK law allows you to trim a neighbour's hedge that grows into your garden, but only up to the boundary line. Exceeding this could lead to legal action for damage.
Legal Rights on Cutting Neighbour's Hedge in UK
You can trim a neighbour's hedge up to the boundary line. Exceeding that may lead to legal action. Check ownership via Land Registry deeds before cutting.
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