PM: Vape crackdown gives towns power to turn things around
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced planning changes to curb vape shops, betting shops, and adult gaming centres, aiming to revitalise high streets.
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Water Japanese maples in morning to avoid leaf scorch, experts say
Watering Japanese maples in the morning, ideally between 9am and 10am, prevents leaf scorch and keeps them healthy for autumn, according to Plant Addicts.
Octopus urges customers to cut energy use during solar eclipse
Octopus Energy is asking customers to avoid running washing machines and dishwashers during Wednesday's solar eclipse, offering a free hour of electricity as a reward.
Cook Rice in Broth for Tastier Flavour, Says Cook
Cooking rice in broth instead of water, with a little butter, makes it creamier and more flavourful, says cook Emmeline Kemperyd. It takes just five extra minutes.
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Burnham unveils crackdown on vape and betting shops
PM Andy Burnham announces new powers to curb vape shops and betting shops, including planning permission requirements, to revive Britain's high streets.
St Albans fire: Smoke over M25, close windows warning
A major fire at an industrial estate in St Albans sends thick smoke over the M25, with residents urged to keep doors and windows closed.
Two common household items that repel fruit flies
Fruit flies can be repelled naturally with lemons and cloves, which contain limonene and eugenol that overwhelm pests, according to experts.
Ditch This One Item to Keep Bedrooms Dust-Free Longer
Removing rugs and washing bedding weekly can cut bedroom dust significantly, says Bensons for Beds expert Gemma Henry.
Why binmen skip extra rubbish bags left beside bins
A binman explains the real reason refuse collectors won't take extra rubbish bags left beside wheelie bins, and what to do if your bin is overflowing.
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Woman breaks hosepipe ban, admits she couldn't care less
A woman admits breaking the hosepipe ban to fill paddling pools, defying restrictions as the fifth heatwave hits England with temperatures up to 36C.
Burnham's 'Listening' Tour: Too Royal for Britain?
Andy Burnham announces a UK 'listening' tour, but critics say his royal air and avoidance of tough issues like immigration and sentencing overstep his role.
Move bird feeder to deter big birds, RSPCA advises
The RSPCA advises moving bird feeders away from perches and using slippery tops or narrow holes to deter pigeons and other large birds, ensuring smaller species get their share.
Air cooler beats fans and AC for cooling homes
As the heatwave returns, home experts reveal that an affordable air cooler can cool homes more effectively than fans or air conditioning, offering a budget-friendly alternative.
Burnham's High Street Plan Slammed by Reform UK's Jenrick
Andy Burnham's high street plan to give councils more powers to block new bookmakers and vape shops has been slammed by Reform UK's Robert Jenrick.
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UK's Worst Japanese Knotweed Invasion in Blackburn and Darwen
Blackburn with Darwen tops the UK's Japanese knotweed hotspots with 2,135 sightings, alarming homeowners as the invasive plant spreads relentlessly.
Astley Greenbelt Fight: 192-Acre Development Plan Opposed
Astley Green residents, led by Joanna Allsop, campaign against Wigan Council's plan to remove 192 acres of greenbelt for 'Bridgewater West' development, citing wildlife, community, and mental health concerns.
Burnham urged to approve Rosebank and Jackdaw oil fields
Andy Burnham must approve Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas developments in Scottish waters to protect jobs and energy security, says Record View.
Water gardens before 10am in heatwave, experts urge
Gardeners should water before 10am or after 6pm this week as UK temperatures rise. Experts say morning watering reduces disease risk and helps soil absorb moisture.
Reflecting Pool Signs Signal More Work as Costs Balloon
New signs at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool indicate more work is needed, marking the third drain since the project began, with costs exceeding $20 million.
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White vs Brown Eggs: Experts Reveal the True Difference
Experts confirm that white and brown eggs are nutritionally identical, differing only by hen breed. Sainsbury's switch to white eggs aims to cut carbon emissions by 12.7%.
UK households told to avoid dishwashers during eclipse
Octopus Energy urges UK households to avoid using dishwashers and washing machines between 6pm and 8pm on Wednesday during the solar eclipse, as solar generation could drop by 1.3GW.
Seahouses tourist centre to be demolished for parking
Seahouses' defunct tourist information centre will be demolished to create motorcycle parking, easing pavement parking issues and pressure on car parks.
Burnham pledges new powers to curb betting and vape shops
Andy Burnham vows to scrap 'aim to permit' rule, giving councils power to block betting shops and vape stores, and require planning permission for e-cigarette retailers.
Burnham vows local say on shops in high street crackdown
PM Andy Burnham will hand councils and locals new powers to block vape shops, bookies, and rogue businesses, aiming to revitalise hollowed-out high streets.
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Burnham high street plan sparks Tory and Reform backlash
Critics warn PM's high street red tape will lead to more empty shops, as Reform and Tories hit out at new planning powers.
Burnham targets vape and betting shops on high streets
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces planning permission for vape and betting shops, doubling closure orders to tackle rogue businesses and revive high streets.
Councils to get powers to restrict vape and betting shops
Councils will gain powers to restrict vape and betting shops on 'hollowed out' high streets, requiring planning permission and giving locals a say.
Council apologises for unwanted food caddies
North Tyneside Council has apologised after 131 requests to collect unwanted food waste caddies, with 3,338 households opting out of phase one.
Mayor unveils £20m fund to revive Greater Manchester high streets
Mayor Bev Craig launches a £20m high streets fund to transform Greater Manchester's town centres, aiming to reduce vape shops and support local independents.
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Council Urged to Fix 'Fobbed Off' Leazes Park
Newcastle City Council faces renewed calls to urgently improve Leazes Park, which lacks a cafe and toilets, after years of neglect and recent pledges of investment.
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