Council Refuses Vape Shop's Digital Sign
South Tyneside Council refused Smart Vape's digital sign at Hebburn, citing visual harm and residential amenity concerns.
Category : Environment
Brighton's bizarre sanctuary for abandoned clothes horses
A Brighton activist runs a sanctuary for abandoned clothes horses, treating them as animals, and has gained thousands of followers online.
Prune These 2 Plants Now Before September, Monty Don Says
Gardening expert Monty Don advises pruning lavender and hedges now before September to ensure healthy growth and a vibrant garden next year.
Monty Don's August Task for Healthier Lavender and Hedges
Prune lavender and trim hedges in August for healthier growth, says Monty Don. Cut lavender hard after flowering, trim hedges with a slight batter.
1 Item to Help Plants Thrive Despite Hosepipe Ban
A gardening enthusiast reveals self-watering globes keep plants thriving during heatwaves and hosepipe bans, potentially cutting water bills.
Butcher's tips for the perfect bacon sandwich
Butcher Turner & George shares expert tips for the perfect bacon sandwich, from choosing smoked bacon to cooking it just right.
Perfect Bacon Sandwich Tips from Butchers
Butchers share key tips for the perfect bacon sandwich: choose smoked bacon, cook fat renders, minimal oil, and bread choice is personal.
Hydrangeas thrive in hosepipe ban with 1 item
A gardening enthusiast shares how self-watering globes keep hydrangeas happy during hosepipe bans, cutting water bills and saving plants in the heatwave.
Ditch Fabric Softener for Vinegar to Keep Towels Soft
The Fine Cotton Company advises using white vinegar instead of fabric softener to keep towels soft and fluffy, as softener leaves a waxy coating.
RSPCA reveals fox-friendly foods and what to avoid
The RSPCA advises feeding foxes tinned pet food and fruits, but warns against grapes, bones, and junk food. Learn the dos and don'ts.
Guga hunt tradition under threat on remote Scots island
A thousand-year-old tradition of hunting baby gannets on a remote Scottish island is under threat after a wildlife agency's ruling, sparking fierce debate between locals and activists.
RSPCA warns it's illegal to harm foxes in your garden
RSPCA warns it's illegal to harm foxes in gardens, offering humane tips to deter them while living harmoniously with wildlife.
Roses never weaken in summer if you do 1 simple 5-second task
Remove rose suckers now to keep blooms strong through summer and autumn. This 5-second task prevents nutrient loss and weak growth, says gardening expert.
Butcher tips for perfect bacon sandwiches
Butchers share tips for the perfect bacon sandwich, including choosing smoked bacon, cooking methods, and bread preferences.
Soda Crystals Better Than Vinegar for Unblocking Drains
Soda crystals are more effective than vinegar and baking soda for unblocking drains, as the latter neutralise into salty water that doesn't break down fats.
Swap Mayo for Yoghurt in Tuna Sandwiches for Creamier Taste
Tuna sandwiches can be made creamier and lighter by swapping mayonnaise for plain low-fat yoghurt, a culinary expert reveals, avoiding greasiness and extra calories.
FIFA hits back at attempts to undermine Infantino
FIFA condemns a 'concerted and ongoing effort' to undermine president Gianni Infantino after UEFA confirmed a departure payment to a former employee.
Too Much Cardboard After Moving? Expert Tips to Dispose of It
Moving house left a woman with mountains of cardboard and no bin space. Experts share tips on flattening, council limits, and recycling centre visits.
Oven-Baked French Toast: Crispier, Tastier, No Pan
Discover how baking French toast in the oven instead of a frying pan delivers a crispy exterior and fluffy interior, cooking in just 10 minutes.
UK braces for fifth heatwave with temperatures up to 33C
Temperatures could reach 33C in parts of the UK on Sunday as a fifth heatwave looms, with yellow heat health alerts in force and wildfire risks high.
Why Waste Experts Won't Accept All Your Recycling
Moving house left a woman with excess cardboard that councils wouldn't collect. Waste experts explain why and offer tips on how to ensure recycling is taken.
Harry Potter Fans Force £430m Energy Project Reroute
Harry Potter fans' outrage over Dobby's grave forced the rerouting of a £430m energy project in Pembrokeshire, saving the beloved memorial.
Burnham to tour UK to hear cost-of-living concerns
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will tour the UK in August to hear public concerns on cost of living and unveil pro-consumer measures.
Burnham to launch national tour on cost of living
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will begin a national tour this week to hear public views on improving lives, with measures to ease household bills expected.
Burnham summer tour: PM asks voters what would make life better
PM Andy Burnham launches a summer tour across Britain, asking voters directly what would make their lives better, with plans for bus fare cuts and VAT removal on electricity.
Voters favor mental health support over benefit cuts for youth
Survey finds most popular measure to help young people with mental health conditions into work is faster access to treatment, not benefit cuts.
Burnham launches August cost of living listening tour
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will tour the UK in August to hear public concerns on cost of living, unveiling pro-consumer measures to ease financial pressures.
Tin Foil Trick to Cool Homes as Fifth Heatwave Hits UK
As the UK faces a fifth heatwave with temperatures up to 36C, experts recommend placing tin foil on windows to reflect heat and keep homes cooler.
Small Firms Warn AI Can't Replace Human Touch
Only 31% of UK small businesses use AI, with many citing human relationships as key, as new taskforce launches.
Durham group faces legal threat over riverside park
Durham County Council threatens legal action against Hemp Garden Community Association over Elvet Green, citing unauthorized use and needed construction works.
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