Councillors Ignoring Planning Advice Cost Taxpayers
Carmarthenshire council planning committee chair warns that ignoring professional advice on planning applications leads to costs awarded against the council, impacting budgets and services.
Category : Regulations
Jet2: Bring a Card on Board to Avoid In-Flight Delays
Jet2 urges passengers to pack a card for payments to keep service efficient, warns of removal for bad behavior.
Expert reveals six common energy bill mistakes amid July's price cap rise
Consumer champion Sarah Ingrams from Which? reveals six common energy bill mistakes that could cost households more amid July's 13% energy price cap rise, from forgetting fixed deal end dates to relying on estimated usage.
Hundreds oppose plans to restore crumbling Shaw church
Hundreds of people are fighting plans to renovate a Grade II-listed church in Shaw that partially collapsed in 2019, citing parking, heritage, and safety concerns.
Tesco and Lidl Recall Ham Over Listeria Poisoning Risk
Tesco and Lidl urgently recall ham products due to possible Listeria contamination, posing serious health risks. FSA warns 'do not eat' and offers full refunds.
Tesco and Lidl Recall Ham Over Listeria Risk (03.07.2026)
Tesco and Lidl have issued urgent recalls for ham products contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, posing serious health risks, especially to vulnerable groups.
Manchester's 15-Year Plan: City Centre Expansion and New Homes
Manchester's local plan for 2022-2039 proposes expanding the city centre, building more affordable homes, and improving transport. The blueprint aims to make Manchester a top destination and tackle inequality.
Nigel Farage Reported to Watchdog Over Crypto Lobbying
Nigel Farage has been reported to the parliamentary standards watchdog over allegations that he lobbied the government to relax cryptocurrency regulations without declaring his financial interests.
US Nato Envoy Brands UK 'Incomplete' on Defence
US Nato Ambassador Matthew Whitaker says Britain's defence spending is 'incomplete', urging a credible plan to reach 5% of GDP by 2035, as Labour faces funding questions.
Councils face £7bn funding gap by 2028-29, LGA warns
Local Government Association warns English councils face a £7bn funding gap by 2028-29, threatening vital services like libraries and parks, ahead of Andy Burnham's expected premiership.
FSA Survey: Dubai Chocolate, Goat Meat, Slush Drinks Fail
Half of goat meat products tested were sheep; one was deer. Only 1 of 45 Dubai-style chocolates passed all tests. FSA warns on slush drinks for children.
Merthyr Tydfil Council Rejects Taxi Licence Fee Hike
Merthyr Tydfil Council has voted to keep taxi licence fees unchanged after a consultation revealed strong opposition from the trade and public, who feared increases would lead to higher fares for passengers.
£10 Lip Balm Stops Cold Sores for 4 Years
A £9.95 LipQ Liquorice Balm has kept cold sores at bay for over four years for one user, with 73% of trial participants reporting reduced outbreak severity.
Germany Scraps Telephone Sick Notes in Major Economic Reform
Germany will require doctor's notes from day one of illness, scrapping telephone sick leave. The reform is part of a €10 billion tax relief package to boost productivity and competitiveness.
FCA Pauses £9.1 Billion Car Finance Payouts Amid Legal Challenges
The FCA has paused payouts on its £9.1 billion car finance redress scheme due to legal challenges from four companies, delaying compensation for millions of motorists.
Nestlé Changes KitKat Recipe Across Europe With Two Big Differences
Nestlé is altering the KitKat recipe across Europe to enhance crunch and add a hazelnut taste, but UK fans need not worry as the British recipe remains unchanged.
FDA Issues Highest Recall Alert for Potato Chips Over Salmonella
The FDA upgraded a recall of Zapp's and Dirty potato chips to Class 1, its most serious level, affecting an estimated 650,000 bags due to salmonella risk from a seasoning ingredient.
UK Government Rejects Pub Extension for England World Cup
The UK government has rejected calls to extend pub opening hours for England's 1am World Cup match against Mexico, though Keir Starmer is intervening to find a solution.
Restaurant owner warns UK hospitality facing exodus
Sam Morgan, CEO of Open Restaurant Group, warns that restaurants and bars may stop investing in the UK unless the government addresses rising costs and changing consumer habits. His £6m turnover business has adapted by focusing on smaller, community venue
Reform Urged for London's Cycle Parking Rules as Spaces Empty
Only 24% of nearly 30,000 cycle parking spaces across 40 London developments are occupied, prompting calls to overhaul the London Plan's cycle parking requirements.
Which? Reveals Worst Car Rental Firms for Hidden Fees and Queues
One in eight car hire customers pay more than quoted, according to a Which? survey of 3,600 people. Hertz, Avis, and Goldcar rank lowest for hidden costs and long queues; Autoreisen tops the list.
Car Finance Compensation Scheme Paused by Tribunal
The UK's Upper Tribunal has paused the FCA's £9.1 billion car finance redress scheme, delaying compensation for millions of motorists mis-sold loans.
Car Finance Compensation Delays for UK Drivers
Millions of UK drivers face delays to car finance compensation as the FCA's £9.1 billion redress scheme is paused due to legal challenges, with payments now expected in 2027.
Liverpool Restaurant's 3am Bid Faces Opposition
Taj restaurant on Lodge Lane seeks 3am opening hours, but councillors and planning officials raise concerns over noise, waste, and lack of planning permission.
Govt Rejects Pub Licensing Extension for England World Cup Match
The UK Government has rejected a call for a blanket extension to pub licensing hours for England's last-16 World Cup match against Mexico, which kicks off at 1am on Monday.
No Blanket Pub Extension for England vs Mexico 1am Match
The UK Government has rejected calls for a blanket extension to licensing hours for England's World Cup match against Mexico, which kicks off at 1am on Monday.
Dishwasher Mistakes Ruining Dishes and Hiking Bills
Bosch experts reveal common dishwasher mistakes, like rinsing before loading, that can damage dishes and increase energy bills. Learn how to avoid them.
FCA Suspends Car Finance Compensation, Delaying Payouts
Millions of UK motorists face delays in car finance compensation as the FCA suspends parts of its scheme after legal challenges. Payouts now expected in 2027.
HMO Plan for Former Chippy Near Nursery Sparks Fears
Plans to convert a former Chadderton chippy into a seven-bed HMO next to a nursery have sparked 53 objections, with concerns over crime, safety, and anti-social behaviour. The developer promises high-quality housing for young professionals.
Worst Car Hire Firms Named by Which? for Hidden Costs
Which? survey of 3,600 customers reveals Goldcar, Dollar, and Avis as worst for hidden costs and queues; Autoreisen tops rankings with five-star service and £16/day rates.
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