UK Government Plan to Speed Up Home Sales Unveiled
New UK government reforms aim to slash four weeks off home sales, digitize conveyancing, and prevent costly last-minute collapses with upfront sales packs and binding agreements.
Category : Regulations
Wirral Begins New Local Plan for Increased Housing Targets
Wirral Council is starting work on a new Local Plan due to doubled housing targets from 800 to 1,622 homes per year, raising concerns about green belt protection.
Legal Action Over Landfill Odour in North Wales
Over 140 households in North Wales have launched legal action against Enovert over persistent odours from Hafod Landfill, despite recent decreases in complaints and improved monitoring data.
Farringdon Station Reopens After Chemical Smell Incident, 14 Treated
Farringdon station reopens after chemical smell incident; 14 treated, 2 hospitalised. Emergency services declare area safe.
Southport Centre Costs Rise to £106m
The cost of Southport's Marine Lake Events Centre has jumped from £73m to £106m, with opening delayed to 2029. Council cites inflation, but critics blame government policies.
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Pre-Packed Salads Hits UK
14 cases of salmonella Newport linked to pre-packed salads across the UK; PHLS and FSA investigate but withhold retailer and product details.
Take Energy Meter Photo Before July 1: Martin Lewis Warning
Martin Lewis warns UK households to photograph energy meters before July 1 to avoid incorrect billing as Ofgem price cap rises. Experts explain how to submit readings and avoid estimated charges.
Northumberland Tories Fear Planning Reforms Sideline Councillors
Conservative councillors in Northumberland criticise Labour's planning reforms, fearing they will centralise decision-making and undermine local democracy.
Labour Ends Outsourcing Era: A New Dawn for Public Services
Labour announces end of outsourcing era, bringing public services back in-house. Shares in Serco, Capita, Mitie fall. Unions celebrate as government applies public interest test to contracts.
Double Tax and 6-Month Deadline Under New Pension Rules
New rules from April 2027 bring unused pensions into Inheritance Tax, combining with Income Tax to create a double hit. Families have six months to pay IHT, with complex choices for beneficiaries.
Burnham's Land Value Tax: Impact on Londoners
Andy Burnham proposes replacing stamp duty and council tax with a Land Value Tax. Learn how this would affect London property owners and renters.
Luggage Fee Warning: Up to £125 for Jet2, easyJet, Ryanair, TUI
A luggage expert warns Jet2, easyJet, Ryanair, and TUI passengers could face up to £125 in fees. Tips to avoid oversized or overweight baggage charges are shared.
Pubs Warned Over Scotland World Cup Screenings Without License Extension
South Ayrshire Licensing Board warns pubs advertising Scotland World Cup matches without extended hours, urging compliance and monitoring.
Marks Electrical Fined £720k for Auto-Opting Customers
Marks Electrical must refund 40,000 customers £600,000 after automatically opting them into paid services. Customers get £15 each on average.
Drivers Can Request Local Speed Limit Changes
UK drivers can request speed limit changes on local roads via GOV.UK. Speed contributes to a third of fatal crashes. Learn about the process and speeding penalties.
HMRC Rule for Working Pensioners Over 66
HMRC warns pensioners working after 66 must pay Income Tax on earnings above £12,570, despite being exempt from National Insurance. Check payslips and tax codes.
UK Drivers Can Request Speed Limit Changes to Avoid Fines
Motorists can request speed limit changes via GOV.UK to improve road safety. Speeding penalties include fines and points, with stricter rules for new drivers.
Base Rate Hold to Prompt Mortgage Rate Cuts Soon
Experts predict mortgage lenders will cut rates gradually over summer after Bank of England holds base rate at 3.75%, benefiting borrowers and supporting housing market.
Morrisons Confirms Medicine Voucher Rule Across All UK Stores
Morrisons has confirmed that vouchers cannot be used on pharmaceuticals across all 1,860 UK stores. The rule applies to over-the-counter medicines and is due to strict legislation.
Legal Rights for Driveway Blocking in UK
Discover your legal rights and options if someone parks on your driveway or blocks it under UK law, including when to call police or council.
Brits Demand Funerals Rule Change as 14,000 Sign Petition
Thousands have signed a petition backing a legislative body to investigate what more can be done to regulate funeral services in England and Wales.
New Problem for UK First-Time Buyers: Mortgage Broker Warning
William Coe from Cleerly reveals that restrictive mortgage lending criteria, not just affordability, are blocking first-time buyers from purchasing affordable flats in the UK.
Historic London Church Faces Sunday Parking Charges Threat
St Bride's Church, the 'Phoenix of Fleet Street', which survived the plague, Great Fire, and WWII bombing, now faces potential Sunday parking charges that could harm its congregation.
State Pension Age Rise to 68 May Be Accelerated
The UK State Pension age is under early review, with a potential acceleration of the rise to 68. The decision hinges on life expectancy and retirement duration.
HMRC Contacts Workers Over New Digital Tax Rule
HMRC is contacting self-employed workers and landlords about Making Tax Digital, a new quarterly reporting system that starts in April 2026 for those earning over £50,000, expanding to lower thresholds by 2028.
New EU Travel Rules Affect Ryanair, easyJet, Wizz Air, Jet2
The European Parliament has agreed new rules for air travel, including transparent pricing, compensation changes, and free hand luggage. UK is expected to follow.
Lawyer Explains Rights for Overhanging Tree Branches
A legal expert clarifies your rights on overhanging branches, who pays for removal, and the disposal rule that could lead to legal trouble. Essential summer garden advice.
UK Construction Giant Ardmore Collapses, 275 Jobs Lost
Ardmore Construction Group collapses into administration, resulting in 275 redundancies. The London-based contractor faced significant financial losses, marking a dramatic fall for one of the capital's largest privately-owned firms.
Check Your Council Tax: 1991 System May Mean Overpaying
Council tax bands based on 1991 property values could mean you're paying too much. A quick online check may save money, but beware of potential increases.
Tuchel Demands World Cup Rule Change After Anthem Blocked
Thomas Tuchel has called for FIFA to change World Cup rules after photographers blocked his view of England players singing the national anthem before the Croatia match.
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