UK Households Urged to Take Meter Photo Before July 1
Martin Lewis-backed advice: UK households should photograph their energy meter before July 1 to avoid overcharging as the price cap rises. Experts warn estimated bills could cost more.
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Insurance Mistake Holidaymakers Could Make and Only Realise Too Late
Holidaymakers warned to check travel insurance for gadget cover. Many assume phones are included, but payouts can be as low as £200. Separate gadget insurance may be needed.
McDonald's Ends Wrap of the Day, Shifts Deal to App
McDonald's is ending its 15-year-old Wrap of the Day promotion from July 14, moving the £2.49 deal exclusively to its app, sparking customer backlash online.
UK Tourists Urged to Triple Check Travel Insurance Before Airport
Experts warn holidaymakers to verify gadget cover in travel insurance before summer trips, as standard policies may not protect expensive devices.
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Neighbour's Garden Damaging Fence: Legal Rights
A homeowner seeks advice after a neighbour's soil and bamboo rot their fence and damage paving. Legal experts explain liability and steps to take.
HMRC Blunder: 8.7 Million Pensioners Overcharged Tax
HMRC admits error overcharging 8.7 million pensioners an average of £5 each due to miscalculating state pension increases under the triple lock.
Waitrose Meal Deal Price Rises 10% to £5.50
Waitrose has raised the price of its meal deal from £5 to £5.50, a 10% increase. The supermarket chain, which introduced the deal in August 2023, follows Tesco and Sainsbury's in raising prices.
London restaurant keeps licence after bassy music complaints
A South East London restaurant accused of sounding like a nightclub has kept its licence but must follow new conditions after noise complaints and breaches.
Michael Grade Calls TV Licence Fee 'Ridiculous'
Former BBC One controller Michael Grade calls the £180 TV licence fee 'ridiculous', arguing it's unfair that he pays the same as a single mother with three children.
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UK Seat Belt Exemptions: Full List of Who Is Not Required to Wear One
In the UK, failing to wear a seat belt can result in a fine of up to £500. However, certain individuals are legally exempt. Here is the full list of exemptions.
Dropped Kerb Row Exposes Parking Law Blindspot for UK Drivers
A Bristol woman's row with a neighbour over driveway parking without a dropped kerb highlights legal confusion under the Highways Act 1980, affecting many UK drivers.
Aviva Urges Mandatory Black Box Insurance for Young Drivers
Aviva urges UK government to make black box insurance compulsory for young drivers, citing data showing new drivers are twice as likely to make claims.
MPs Reject Royal Albert Hall Bill Amid Profiteering Claims
MPs rejected a bid to revive the Royal Albert Hall Bill after Dame Emily Thornberry accused the venue of running a 'racket' allowing seat-holders to profiteer from ticket resales.
Neighbour's Tree Overhanging? Know Your Rights
A property lawyer explains the rules on overhanging branches from a neighbour's tree, including your rights to cut them back and dispose of trimmings legally.
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Lawyer clarifies responsibility for overhanging tree branches
Property experts explain the legal rights and responsibilities for dealing with overhanging branches and invasive plants from neighbour's gardens in England and Wales.
Neighbour's Loud Party: Your Rights and Steps to Take
Learn what to do if a neighbour's loud party is disturbing you. Police may not act, but local councils can issue noise abatement orders with fines up to £5,000.
What to Do If Your Neighbour's Party Is Too Loud
Learn your legal rights and steps to take if a neighbour's loud party is disturbing you, including contacting police or local council for noise nuisance.
Treasury Rejects Bid to Double State Pension Tax Allowance
The UK Treasury has ruled out doubling the state pension tax threshold to £25,140, following a debate sparked by a 120,000-signature petition. Pensions Minister Torsten Bell cited fiscal costs.
New Free Financial Advice Scheme Aims to Boost UK Investing
New free 'targeted support' scheme lets banks offer investment and pension advice, aiming to help millions of Britons invest more.
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Dad Faces £30k Medical Bill After Travel Insurance Blunder
Kevin Turner, 63, is stuck in a Spanish hospital with a £30,000 bill after his travel insurance refused to cover costs because he failed to disclose a chest infection.
Broker Warns of Crisis for Tradespeople Mortgages to 80
A mortgage broker warns that lenders offering mortgages up to age 80 could create a crisis for tradespeople who cannot work that long, leaving them unable to repay.
UK Bans Boiling Lobsters Alive in Animal Welfare Move
UK bans boiling lobsters alive as part of animal welfare crackdown, including outlawing hen cages and ending puppy farming.
Martin Lewis: October Price Cap Likely Far Higher Despite Deal
Martin Lewis explains why the October energy price cap is likely to be 'far higher' despite the US-Iran deal, due to time-lagged pricing and still-high gas costs.
Ex-BBC Chief Slams Licence Fee as 'Ridiculous'
Michael Grade, former BBC One controller, says the £180 licence fee is unfair and must be lowered to retain public support. He proposes ten steps for the BBC's future.
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CEO Pay Soars to £177m as Wealth Gap Widens
CEO pay rose 20 times faster than worker pay in 2025, with real wages falling 12% since 2019, Oxfam and ITUC analysis finds.
Arsenal Transfer News: Bouaddi and Kroupi Updates
Arsenal target Ayyoub Bouaddi speaks on transfer links, while Barcelona emerge as rivals for Eli Junior Kroupi. Latest updates on Gunners' summer plans.
Scottish Airports Resume Normal Flights After Fuel Delays
Edinburgh and Glasgow airports return to normal after jet fuel supply delays caused by driver shortage, not global market issues.
Supermarkets Forced to Remove Junk Food from Entrances and Checkouts
UK supermarkets ban HFSS foods from entrances and checkouts; multibuy deals delayed until October 2023.
New Labour Tax Plans Could Hit Caravan Holidays Hard
Proposed Labour tourist tax may lead to 100% levy on budget caravan breaks, potentially pricing out low-income families and threatening jobs.
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Slow Cooker Costs Rise to £7.94 Per Month from July
UK households using slow cookers will pay £7.94 monthly from July due to energy price cap increase to 26.11p/kWh, adding £221 annually to typical bills.
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