UK Insurance Customers Urged to Check Policies After Broker Halt
Customers of Anthony Jones (UK) Limited must verify their insurance policies after the FCA ordered the broker to stop all regulated activity from July 9, 2026.
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Wiltshire to Expand 20mph Speed Limits in New Safety Policy
Wiltshire Council is introducing a new speed limit policy that will expand 20mph restrictions in residential areas, village centres, and town centres, affecting thousands of motorists across the region.
TV Licence Rules: ITV, Channel 5, Sky, Netflix Explained
TV Licence rules clarified: you need one for live TV on ITV, Channel 5, Sky, YouTube, Netflix, Amazon Prime, but not for on-demand catch-up services except BBC iPlayer.
Costa Cuts VAT on Kids' Food and Drink Until Sept 1, 2026
Costa Coffee reduces VAT on selected kids' items from 20% to 5% for eat-in consumption until September 1, 2026, following a UK government scheme to make summer holidays more affordable.
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Salford's £52.50 Bulky Waste Fee Highest in North West
Salford Council charges £52.50 for bulky waste collection, the highest in the North West, with 7,619 fly-tipping incidents last year costing over £400,000 to clear.
Andy Burnham Energy Bills VAT Cut: Key Details
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces VAT removal on domestic electricity bills from October 1, funded by cancelling the Digital ID programme, cutting annual bills by £45.
Burnham Cuts VAT on Electricity: £45 Boost for UK Households
Andy Burnham announces removal of VAT from domestic electricity bills from October 1, saving average household £45, funded by scrapping digital ID programme.
Air Fryer Tops Oven and Pan for Crispiest Sausages
A taste test of six thick pork sausages cooked in an air fryer, pan, and oven reveals the air fryer produces the crispiest result, while pan-frying offers superior flavor. The oven method is recommended for abandonment.
Russian Warship Fires Live Weapons 46 Miles Off UK Coast
A Russian warship conducted a live-fire weapons exercise 46 miles from the UK coast, confirmed by the Ministry of Defence. The Royal Navy shadowed the vessel.
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Gas Works to Cause Disruption at Busy Manchester Junction
Major gas works at a busy Manchester junction will cause weeks of disruption with temporary traffic lights and longer waits for motorists, starting during school holidays.
VAT scrapped on electricity bills, saving households £45 from October
New PM Andy Burnham announces removal of VAT on domestic electricity from October 1, reducing annual bills by £45, as first major policy to ease cost of living pressures.
Tom Kerridge Defends Restaurant Prices Amid Backlash
Chef Tom Kerridge responds to criticism over high prices at his two-Michelin-starred pub, The Hand and Flowers, acknowledging the cost of living crisis while defending his pricing model.
PM Burnham Cuts VAT on Electricity Bills from October 1
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces removal of VAT on electricity bills from October 1, saving households £45 yearly on the Ofgem price cap, funded by scrapping the £1.8bn digital ID programme.
Burnham Announces VAT Cut on Electricity Bills from Oct 1
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced the removal of VAT from domestic electricity bills from October 1, funded by cancelling the £1.8bn Digital ID programme, to help households with winter bills.
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Liverpool can only sign one non-homegrown player under PL rules
Liverpool have only one remaining slot for a senior non-homegrown player in their 25-man squad due to Premier League rules, forcing strategic sales or reliance on under-21 signings.
PIP Changes: DWP Qualifying Income Rules Update and Expert Verdict
A major review of PIP is underway, with experts warning that the biggest barrier to claiming is the application process, not means-testing. Current weekly rates range from £30.30 to £114.60.
Liverpool Council Seeks to Dismiss Parking Charge Legal Battle
Liverpool Council has applied to strike out a judicial review against extended parking charges until 11pm, with over 7,000 drivers affected in the first three months.
Liverpool Limited to One More Senior Non-Homegrown Signing
Liverpool can only make one more senior non-homegrown signing this summer due to Premier League rules capping non-homegrown players at 17, with the club currently having 16.
Eye of the Tiger Tops Brits' Favourite Walk-Out Song List
Survivor's Eye of the Tiger is the UK's top walk-out song for sporting events, beating Queen's We Are the Champions, Don't Stop Me Now, and We Will Rock You, according to a Compare the Market survey.
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Oldham Council Staff Expenses Rise 'Unexplained'
An internal audit found a 56% rise in staff expense claims since 2019, with costs exceeding £312,000 in 2025-26. Inspectors cited lack of oversight, but the council insists no misuse occurred.
Guehi Slams FIFA Over 'Rubbish' World Cup Ticket Pricing
England and Manchester City defender Marc Guehi publicly criticized FIFA for high ticket prices at the World Cup, calling the pricing 'rubbish' after only 64,478 fans attended the bronze medal match in a 71,000-capacity stadium.
Carrick Demands Another Midfielder for Man Utd
Michael Carrick wants a third midfielder at Manchester United after signing Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos for £85m combined, despite pulling out of a deal for Ederson.
Wheelchair Return Denied After Daughter's Death
A mother bought a £435 wheelchair for her disabled daughter, who died two days later. The store refused a refund, citing policy. Consumer champion intervenes.
AliExpress Fined Record €550m by EU Over Illegal Goods
The EU fined AliExpress a record €550 million for failing to stop illegal goods like counterfeit products and unsafe toys, citing violations of the Digital Services Act.
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MP Demands Answers After HMO Opposed by 100 Neighbours Approved
MP Yasmin Qureshi demands answers after Salford Council approves an eight-person HMO in Walkden despite 100 objections from neighbours, citing safety and traffic concerns.
Santander Ends Annual Fee Statements in August
Santander will stop sending annual fee statements to customers from August, moving the service online. The change saves banks over £1 billion annually in paper costs.
5m Pensioners Face £16,500 Shortfall as Age Rise Fast-Tracked
Up to five million state pensioners could each lose £16,500 if the government fast-tracks a rise in the state pension age to 68 by 2037, seven years earlier than planned, according to experts.
EU to Scrap 5 Airline Fees: Hand Luggage, Boarding Passes & More
New EU rules from mid-2027 will ban fees for cabin luggage, seat selection for families, paper boarding passes, name corrections, and no-show penalties on flights to/from EU.
Newcastle United to Change Club Crest for First Time Since 1988
Newcastle United will change their club crest for the first time since 1988. Fans will vote in a poll, with workshops starting in August. The current badge has been through historic moments including the 2025 Carabao Cup win.
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Free TV Licence Campaign Nears 100,000 Signatures
Campaigners have 24 hours to reach 100,000 signatures on a petition demanding free TV licences for all pensioners, which would force a parliamentary debate. Currently at over 66,000 signatures, the petition pressures new PM Andy Burnham.
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