A188 Benton Lane gets £1.6m road safety funding
The A188 Benton Lane, a key route through North Tyneside and Newcastle, will receive £1.6 million for new crossings, cycle lanes, and resurfacing to reduce injuries by nearly 10% over 20 years.
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Rock Hall £5.9m Restoration Decision Due This Week
Bolton planners will decide on a £5.9m plan to transform Grade II listed Rock Hall into a cultural venue, with Lancashire Wildlife Trust set to manage the site under a 25-year lease.
DWP September Deadline for Pensioners Born Before Sept 22, 1960
Pensioners born on or before September 22, 1960, must act by September 2026 or face HMRC tax clawback if income exceeds £35,000. Opt-out deadline looms.
Pensioners Must Opt Out of Winter Fuel Payment by September
Pensioners with income over £35,000 must opt out of Winter Fuel Payment by Sept 18 (phone) or Sept 20 (online) to avoid tax recovery. Most pensioners need not act; payments range £100-£300.
Lawyer: What to Do If Neighbour's Tree Overhangs Your Garden
Barrister Daniel Barnett explains UK homeowners' legal rights when a neighbour's tree overhangs their garden, including trimming branches and limitations on compelling removal.
HMRC Urges Registration as MTD Deadline Looms
HMRC warns sole traders and landlords with turnover over £50,000 must register for Making Tax Digital by August 7, 2026, as only 250,000 of 864,000 have signed up.
Aldi First UK Supermarket to Introduce £13.50 Hourly Pay
Aldi became the first UK supermarket to raise entry-level pay to £13.50 per hour from April 1, benefiting 28,000 workers in a £42 million investment.
Martin Lewis Warns of Energy Backbilling Issue
Martin Lewis warns UK energy firms still backbill consumers beyond 12 months despite Ofgem rules, urging people to know their rights.
Hundreds of UK Petrol Stations Breaking Fuel Price Rule
Hundreds of UK petrol stations are failing to report live price changes to the Fuel Finder system, a mandatory requirement since February, potentially costing drivers savings.
Hundreds of UK Petrol Stations Breach Price Reporting Rules
Hundreds of UK petrol stations are failing to meet legal requirements to report live price changes to the Fuel Finder system, potentially costing drivers savings, an investigation reveals.
HMRC 2026 Deadline: Self-Employed Must File by August 7
Sole traders and landlords with turnover above £50,000 must file first quarterly MTD update by August 7, 2026. HMRC warns only 250,000 registered so far.
Martin Lewis Warns of Energy Backbilling Beyond 12-Month Limit
Martin Lewis warns that energy companies are still billing customers for energy used more than 12 months ago, despite Ofgem rules prohibiting backbilling beyond that period.
DVLA: Declare 189 Conditions or Face £1,000 Fine
Drivers must tell the DVLA about 189 medical conditions or risk a £1,000 fine. Conditions include sleep apnoea, epilepsy, diabetes, and more. The DVLA will decide if you can keep your licence.
Balogun Fined £30,000 Despite Trump's FIFA Review Call
USA striker Folarin Balogun has been fined $40,000 (approx £30,000) by FIFA hours before the World Cup clash with Belgium, despite his red card being suspended and President Trump's call for a review.
Lobbyists Send Legal Threats to Councils Over Anti-Wood Burner Campaigns
Lobbyists for the UK wood-burning stove industry have sent legal threats to at least eight councils over anti-wood burner campaigns, research finds.
Reeves' HGV Tax Cut Slaps Motorists With Another Blow
Chancellor Rachel Reeves cuts Vehicle Excise Duty for HGVs to £1 but leaves car owners facing doubled rates and new electric car mileage fees from 2028.
Coin Expert Warns Over £10,000 eBay 50p Listings
A coin expert warns that a 50p listed on eBay for £10,000 is overpriced; the Atlantic Salmon 50p is rare but sells for £50-£90. Always check sold listings.
Visa Loophole: 12 Cameroonians Bring 180 Family Members
Fury as 12 Cameroonians bring 180 family members to UK via visa loophole. Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp calls it 'an abuse of the system' and demands urgent action.
Martin Lewis Urges UK Rule Change Over Standing Charges
Martin Lewis has called for reform of UK energy standing charges, calling them the issue that 'drives people mad the most' during a public accounts committee appearance.
Burnham's High Street Tax Plan Could Cost £880m a Year
Andy Burnham's high street tax plan could cost £880m a year, analysis reveals. The proposal aims to raise business rates thresholds, exempting 140,000 small properties, but raises funding questions.
Nationwide Cuts Mortgage Rates by Up to 0.19% from Tuesday
Nationwide will reduce mortgage rates by up to 0.19% on fixed-rate products and 0.12% on tracker products from Tuesday, July 7, in its second rate cut in just over a week.
Cardiff Venue Owners Fined £7,800 for Noise Breaches
Owners of Kings Road Yard in Pontcanna fined £7,800 after repeatedly breaching noise abatement notices, significantly affecting residents' quality of life.
DWP Confirms Motability Scheme Tax Changes to Save £1 Billion
The DWP has confirmed new Motability Scheme tax changes effective July 1, 2026, expected to save taxpayers £1 billion by 2030. VAT and Insurance Premium Tax now apply to some leases, but eligibility and core benefits remain unchanged.
New UK Online Rules Ban Drip Pricing and Hidden Fees
New UK rules ban drip pricing and hidden fees online. CMA fines StubHub £889k and Marks Electrical £720k for illegal practices. Consumers must see full costs upfront.
First Direct Axes Insurance Bundle on July 31
First Direct is axing its First Directory insurance bundle on July 31, 2026. The £15/month product includes travel, mobile, and breakdown cover. Existing customers must find new insurance.
DWP 'Stronger Checks' Alert Over Bank Account Deductions
New DWP powers to recover wrongful payments from bank accounts take effect in October 2026. Letters sent to thousands of debtors warn of enforcement action. Experts urge stronger vulnerability checks.
Judge Urges States to Settle Live Nation Claims After US Deal
Judge urges states to settle Live Nation claims after US deal, but states say no chance. Talks continue in Manhattan court.
75% of UK Drivers Risk Fines for Insurance Mistake
Over 75% of UK drivers are wrong or uncertain about 'Driving Other Cars' cover, risking £300 fines, 6 penalty points, and vehicle seizure. Experts urge a two-minute policy check.
DPD Advises Against Reusing Cardboard Boxes for Parcels
DPD warns against reusing cardboard boxes for parcels, as strength reduces significantly. Use strong, rigid, double-walled corrugated boxes for protection.
Tombstone Tax: Pensioners Face Double Hit from April 2027
From April 2027, unused pension pots will be subject to inheritance tax, potentially causing double taxation of up to 85%. Critics call it a 'tombstone lottery' as families face 40% IHT plus income tax up to 45%.
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