UK Marriage Law Overhaul to Cut Wedding Costs
The UK Government launches a consultation to reform 200-year-old marriage laws, allowing couples to marry almost anywhere and reduce the average £20,000 wedding cost.
Category : Regulations
Stonegate Group Investigated Over Tenant Treatment
Stonegate Group, owner of many Liverpool pubs, faces a formal investigation by the Pubs Code Adjudicator over suspected failure to treat tenants fairly, with concerns raised over transparency and satisfaction ratings.
RTS Switch-Off Completed Successfully, Minister Says
The Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) switch-off has been successfully completed, UK Energy Consumers Minister Martin McCluskey announced. A small number of old meters remain but are not relied upon.
Drivers Face Unlimited Fine for Not Ventilating Cars in UK Heatwave
Drivers could face an unlimited fine and up to nine penalty points for failing to keep their car well-ventilated under Highway Code Rule 237, warns expert as UK heatwave continues.
Andy Burnham refuses to rule out wealth tax as PM
Andy Burnham says it's too soon to commit to a wealth tax but won't rule it out, as he prepares to become Prime Minister on July 17.
UK Leasehold Reforms: New Rules from 2027
The UK Government confirms new leasehold rules from 2027, requiring landlords to provide annual reports and detailed service charge demands, enhancing transparency and protections for leaseholders in England.
CMA Probes Euro Car Parks Over Petrol Queue Charges
The Competition and Markets Authority investigates Euro Car Parks after drivers reportedly received parking tickets while queuing for petrol or car washes at forecourts.
Nationwide Cuts Income Threshold for 6x Salary Mortgage
Nationwide has reduced the minimum joint income for 6x salary mortgages from £100,000 to £75,000, effective today. Brokers welcome the move but caution borrowers not to overstretch.
Cardiff Council Approves Workplace Parking Levy Consultation
Cardiff Council has approved a workplace parking levy for consultation, expected to raise £10m annually for public transport. The levy targets larger businesses, with a proposed £750 per space.
Which? Taste Test: Lidl, Aldi, Morrisons Top Sausages
Which? blind taste test reveals Lidl, Aldi, and Morrisons own-brand sausages outperform Jolly Hog and Porky Whites, with scores of 73%, 72%, and 72% respectively.
State Pension Tax Exemption: New Changes
A major HMRC change confirmed for state pension tax: from 2027, those with only state pension income won't pay tax. A petition calls for full tax exemption on state pension.
State Pension Age Rise to 68 for Five Million Brits Early
The UK government plans to raise the State Pension age to 68 by 2037, seven years earlier than legislated, affecting around five million people aged 49-55 and saving the Treasury £6 billion annually.
Pensioner, 83, in court over £15k council tax row
Michael Fielding, 83, faces court after refusing to pay council tax due to a six-year dispute over his home's banding, claiming he has overpaid £15,000 over 30 years.
Norris Gets 10-Place Grid Penalty for Belgian GP
Lando Norris will start no higher than 11th at the Belgian GP after McLaren fitted a fourth control electronics unit, exceeding the seasonal allowance due to reliability issues.
Which? 'Do Not Buy' Warnings for Six Products at Amazon and Boots
Consumer watchdog Which? has issued 'do not buy' warnings for six products, including a car seat that scored zero, a stroller with wheel detachment, and a blood pressure monitor that failed accuracy tests.
UK housebuilder Agile collapses into administration
Agile Property and Homes, a low-carbon modular housebuilder, has entered administration after seven years, citing soaring costs and a struggling sector.
Mortgage Rates Edge Higher, Hitting Borrowers
Average fixed mortgage rates have edged up this week, with the two-year rate at 5.48% and five-year at 5.50%, reversing previous cuts amid Middle East uncertainty.
Which? Urges 'Do Not Buy' for 4 Worst Products of 2026
Consumer watchdog Which? has named four products as 'do not buy' due to safety failures, including a car seat that detached in crash tests and a blood pressure monitor that failed accuracy standards.
Win a Fitbit Charge 6 Fitness Tracker for Premium Subs
Premium subscribers can win a Fitbit Charge 6 with 7-day battery life, heart rate tracking, and Google features. Enter by August 11, 2026.
Changing Windows in England Usually Needs Planning Permission
Homeowners in England planning to change windows or add external features like shutters may need planning permission, warns Planning Portal expert John Van Eker. Like-for-like replacements are usually exempt, but changes in materials or appearance often r
Barclays, Nationwide, Virgin Money Hike Mortgage Rates Up to 0.37%
Nationwide, Barclays and Virgin Money have increased mortgage rates by up to 0.37 percentage points, citing Middle East tensions and rising swap rates, as brokers warn of more hikes ahead.
Paddleboarder Warned of £1,000 Fine for Missing Licence
Ross Mathieson was stopped by Kent Police and the Environment Agency while paddleboarding on the River Medway and told he could face a £1,000 fine for not having a £65 river licence.
Reeves' Pay Per Mile Tax to Rise Above 3p in 2029
Rachel Reeves' 3p per mile car tax for electric vehicles will increase with inflation from 2029, adding to existing VED and luxury car taxes, confirmed by the Treasury.
Olive Oil vs Extra Virgin: Key Differences Explained
Extra virgin olive oil is unrefined with acidity ≤0.8%, while regular olive oil is refined and milder. Both can be substituted, but extra virgin is best for raw dishes.
Extra Virgin vs Regular Olive Oil: Differences Explained
Extra virgin olive oil is unprocessed with acidity ≤0.8%, while regular olive oil is refined and milder. Both can be used in cooking, but extra virgin is best for dressings and raw dishes.
Child car seat fails crash test, Which? issues 'don't buy' warning
Which? gave the Kinderkraft Mink Pro 2 car seat a 0% score after its shell flew off the Isofix base in crash tests. Other products named include Red Kite stroller, Braun blood pressure monitor, and Silentnight air purifier.
UK Fly-Tipping Fines to Rise to £5,000 in Crackdown
Fly-tipping fines will increase to £5,000 – a 400% uplift – and littering fines to £750 under new legislation coming into force this summer, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has announced.
Welsh Gov Accused of Wasting Taxpayer Money on Broadcasting Body
The Plaid Cymru-led Welsh Government is setting up a shadow broadcasting authority despite broadcasting not being devolved, drawing criticism from opposition parties for wasting £45,000.
Leaseholders to Get Clearer Service Charge Info from 2027
From 2027, leaseholders in England will receive clearer service charge information, including annual building health reports and detailed demand forms, as part of government reforms to increase transparency and strengthen protections.
Burnham Refuses to Rule Out Wealth Tax as PM Appointment Nears
Andy Burnham refuses to rule out a wealth tax, calling for fairness and hinting at higher taxes for landlords and Amazon warehouses, as speculation over his Chancellor grows.
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