EU regulators accuse Meta of failing to address 'addictive design' on Facebook and Instagram, citing features like autoplay and infinite scroll that contribute to compulsive use and harm children's mental health.
Merthyr Tydfil Council reduces Lifeline equipment purchase cost from £195 to £95 but raises installation, monitoring, and replacement fees for 2026-27 amid digital switchover.
HMRC has increased advisory fuel rates for company cars with engines over 2000cc to 26p per mile from June, reflecting rising petrol costs.
Currys CEO Alex Baldock warns that a global microchip shortage, driven by AI and data centres, will make price rises for phones and laptops inevitable.
Drivers could face £5,000 fines for not pressing the air conditioning button as the Met Office warns of a 30C heatwave, with Highway Code Rule 237 requiring alertness and control.
Newcastle City Council unanimously rejected plans to demolish The Balloon pub in Fenham for a Starbucks drive-thru, citing traffic, design, and community cohesion concerns.
England cricketers face new alcohol guidelines after Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson's late-night outing. Players are advised to avoid drinking the day after matches, with a midnight curfew reinforced.
Plans for significant changes to TV licence rules are advancing. Currently £180, free licences are available to certain groups. A petition calls for a referendum on abolition, while another demands free licences for all pensioners.
The UK designates Microsoft, Google, Amazon Web Services and Oracle as critical third parties, subjecting them to oversight by the Bank of England, Prudential Regulation Authority and Financial Conduct Authority to ensure resilience of financial services.
Cammy Devlin leaves Hearts after failing to meet a deadline to accept a new contract. The Australian midfielder made 176 appearances and scored eight goals for the club.
New UK law will allow households without driveways to access 2p per mile EV charging. Changes include mandatory charge points in covered car parks and scrapping planning permission for pavement charging, saving £250 in fees.
PlayStation gamers face £121.96 for PS5 ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2, but PS Plus subscribers can save 57% and get both games with season passes for £52, sparking backlash over pricing and port quality.
Social media platforms and search engines will be legally required to tackle scam advertising under new Ofcom proposals, with fines up to £18 million or 10% of global revenue.
Ofgem warns UK households are wasting money by overfilling kettles, as part of a 10-point energy-saving guide that could save £300 annually amid a 13% price cap hike.
Over 20,000 sign petition for legal maximum workplace temperature after DWP announces HSE consultation on new rules to protect workers from extreme heat.
The UK Government's White Paper proposes a £21 cap on vet prescription charges and mandatory price lists, but an industry insider warns the practical outcome could be higher fees and insurance premiums.
From July 15, 2026, Buy Now Pay Later firms must be FCA-authorised and conduct affordability checks. Agreements before that date lack new protections, warns Citizens Advice.
New build housing schemes plummet to lowest since 2017. Rightmove calls for stamp duty abolition for first-time buyers and more affordable housing funding ahead of Autumn Budget.
Police claim cannabis seized in Kilsyth raid is worth £180k, but defence lawyer argues true value is £30k-£45k. Court adjourned for expert evidence.
From July 15, 2026, new Buy Now, Pay Later agreements will be regulated by the FCA, offering greater protections. However, agreements made before this date are not automatically covered, creating a critical divide for shoppers.
UK drivers face a new £52 annual charge from July 1 due to Ofgem's energy price cap increase, impacting electric vehicle owners with higher home charging costs.
Charlotte Crouch, 36, was fined £480 for taking her four children on a five-day term-time holiday to Gran Canaria, but says she saved £2,500 overall and has no regrets.
Retail chiefs urge Welsh Government not to pursue a different deposit return scheme, warning of higher prices, reduced choice, and business uncertainty.
Financial firms are redesigning products to be more inclusive under the FCA's Consumer Duty, with examples like mini fridges for medication and voice-controlled apps. The regulator highlights both progress and areas for improvement.
US Senate overturns Biden-era mining ban near Minnesota's Boundary Waters wilderness, sparking environmental concerns.
A plan for a 35-bed HMO in Childwall has been refused by Liverpool City Council due to poor living conditions, despite operating for over a decade without proper consent.
Plans to convert two vacant units at Halliwell Mills in Bolton into a 350-capacity events space have been approved, with conditions banning fireworks and outdoor drumming to address noise concerns.
New research shows 54% of Brits are upgrading gardens this summer, but 58% are unaware of council rules. Fines can reach £20,000 for unpermitted structures, noise, or light nuisance.
The EFL is investigating claims that Sheffield United's owners created a new parent company to avoid paying £35m owed to former owner Prince Abdullah.
UK pet prescriptions could be capped at £21 under proposed vet sector reforms, including mandatory licensing and a new regulator to cut bills and increase competition.