Common Rubbish in Skips Could See £400 Fines
Putting common household items like batteries, paint tins, or fridges in a skip could result in fines of up to £400, waste experts warn. Check banned items before disposal.
Category : Regulations
UK Updates Pavement Rules for EV Charging After April Grant Hike
The UK Government increased home EV charger grants from £350 to £500 from April 1, 2026, and is reviewing planning permission rules to ease on-street charging for households without driveways.
Cardiff Proposes £750 Workplace Parking Levy
Cardiff Council plans a £750 per space workplace parking levy on employers to fund transport improvements, replacing a Clean Air Zone proposal.
DVLA Warns UK Drivers: Tax Reminder Takes 5 Minutes
The DVLA has issued a vital message to all 42 million UK drivers, urging them to set up a vehicle tax reminder service that takes just five minutes to avoid fines of up to £2,500.
Rochdale Councillors Approve Pay Rise Amid Cost of Living Crisis
Rochdale councillors voted to increase their basic annual allowance from £12,996.09 to £13,515, sparking fierce debate. Opposition parties called it inappropriate amid the cost of living crisis, while Labour said the rise was still below minimum wage and
Rochdale Council to Crack Down on HMOs with Article 4
Rochdale council plans to introduce an Article 4 Direction to tighten planning controls on houses in multiple occupation (HMOs), following protests and calls from Reform councillors.
28 Bank Closures Set for August and September 2026
28 bank branches across the UK will close in August and September 2026, raising concerns for pensioners who rely on face-to-face banking. Halifax, Lloyds, NatWest, and RBS are affected.
TV Licensing £5 Extra Fee: How to Avoid It
TV Licensing imposes a £5 annual charge for households paying by quarterly direct debit. Opting for monthly or yearly payment avoids the fee. The standard colour licence costs £180 per year.
Drivers Urged to Make Five-Minute Air Con Check or Risk £800
Drivers risk up to £800 in air conditioning repairs if they ignore a five-minute check, warns car expert Scott Greensmith as UK temperatures hit 25C.
Martin Lewis Warns of Energy Bills Spike in Three Months
Martin Lewis has warned Brits of a potential spike in energy costs, predicting a material rise in the October Price Cap due to Middle East conflict driving up wholesale natural gas rates.
Caravan Holiday Fine Warning: £850 Penalty for Missing One Thing
The DVLA warns caravan owners travelling to Europe could face fines up to £850 if they fail to register trailers over 750kg before crossing borders.
Product Recalls: Lidl, Amazon, TK Maxx, River Island
Multiple safety warnings issued for products sold at Amazon, Lidl, TK Maxx, and River Island. Recalls include a grill with fire risk, spatula with chemical hazard, ice cream with undeclared allergen, and clothing with toxic brooches.
Morrisons Confirms 100 Daily Store Closures Across UK
Morrisons has announced the closure of 100 Daily convenience stores, primarily former McColl's outlets, due to persistent losses and rising costs. Full list of confirmed branches inside.
Liverpool Declares 'War' on HMOs Over Concentration Issues
Liverpool City Council launches a local plan to limit HMO concentrations, capping them at 10% per area and banning sandwich conversions, with 260 applications rejected since 2021.
UK Overhanging Branches Rules: Laws Vital to Understand
56% of Brits have had neighbour tree disputes. Overhanging branches are the top issue. Know your rights: you can cut branches at the boundary but must not trespass or harm the tree.
Gateshead Council Rejects Compulsory DBS Checks for Councillors
Gateshead Council's Reform administration has voted down proposals for compulsory basic DBS checks for all councillors, citing legal and cost concerns.
Government Issues Best Value Notice to Hillingdon Council
The Government has issued a Best Value Notice to Hillingdon Council citing 'serious concerns' over financial management, governance, and organisational culture, following a review ordered as a condition for financial support.
General Mills Recalls 736K Pillsbury Rolls Over Glass Fears
General Mills recalls nearly 736,000 Pillsbury frozen bread rolls due to potential glass contamination, affecting two products distributed across 19 US states.
Greystar Accused of 114 Fair Housing Violations
Greystar, the largest US landlord, faces 114 fair housing complaints for allegedly refusing federal rent vouchers, violating laws in seven jurisdictions.
Telstra Exec: $30k Server Upgrade Could Have Prevented Outage
Telstra executive Gerard Tracey told a senate inquiry that a $30,000 server replacement could have prevented last week's outage, which cut hundreds from triple zero and disrupted services nationally.
Multistate Lawsuit Targets Paramount’s $111bn Merger
California and 11 other Democratic state attorneys general are suing to block the $111bn Paramount-Warner Bros Discovery merger, alleging antitrust violations. A court hearing on Friday will decide if the deal is temporarily paused.
Burnham's Plan to Reshape Bank of England Mandate
Andy Burnham's team may overhaul the Bank of England's mandate, adding growth targets and better coordination to tackle supply-side shocks and support economic resilience.
Should the BBC Be Paying Stars as Much as £750,000?
The BBC's highest-paid star, axed presenter Scott Mills, earned up to £749,999. Should the broadcaster pay such high salaries? Vote in our poll.
Merthyr Tydfil Seeks Fairness in Council Tax Reforms
Merthyr Tydfil council calls for clarity on Welsh Government's funding formula reforms, seeking assurances that changes will not disadvantage local communities.
Old RTS Meters Risk Heating Cuts: Act Now
Households with Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) meters risk losing heating or hot water as the technology is phased out. Experts urge immediate action to replace meters.
Stonegate Pub Operator Under Investigation
Stonegate, the UK's largest pub operator with over 4,500 venues including Manchester's Yates and Slug & Lettuce, faces a PCA investigation over potential Pubs Code breaches from 2021 to 2026.
UK Workers May Walk Out of Hot Offices Under New Rules
Ministers face pressure to introduce a maximum workplace temperature, allowing workers to legally leave when it's too hot. Campaigners demand 30C limit after heatwaves.
Paddleboarder Fined £1,000 for No River Licence
A paddleboarder was warned he could face a £1,000 fine for not having a river licence. Ross Mathieson was stopped on the River Medway by police and the Environment Agency, sparking debate over the requirement.
HMRC August Deadline: Thousands Unaware of New MTD Rule
HMRC's new Making Tax Digital deadline on August 7 catches many off guard. Sole traders and landlords earning over £50,000 must submit quarterly digital updates. No penalties for late filing in 2026/27, but experts warn against delay.
Anglian Water Boss Gets £500k Retention Payment Despite Ban
Anglian Water CEO Mark Thurston received a £500,000 retention payment and £450,000 under a separate scheme, despite a ban on bonuses for polluting water firms. Environment Secretary vows action to block 'bonuses by any other name.'
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