Widow Left with Nothing After Partner Dies: Legal Reform Urged
Selina Flavius lost her partner Ray in 2022 and was left with no legal rights or access to funds. She urges reform of cohabitation laws as consultation ends.
Category : Policy
Burnham's migrant plan to intensify opposition
Andy Burnham's asylum dispersal plan will intensify opposition rather than ease the burden, as Middle England reacts to camps in villages like Piddington and Linton-on-Ouse.
UK households to benefit from £45 October 1 cut but be aware
The government will cut VAT on household electricity bills from 5% to 0% from October 1, 2026, saving the average household about £45 a year, but the cut does not apply to gas.
Baking Soda Hack for Better Tinned Tomatoes
A pinch of baking soda can eliminate the bitter, metallic taste of tinned tomatoes by counteracting acidity, according to Food Republic experts.
HMRC to auto-enrol taxpayers into MTD from September
HMRC will automatically sign up eligible taxpayers for Making Tax Digital from September, after over 436,000 met the first quarterly deadline in August.
DWP PIP decision-making trial set for national expansion
The DWP's Transformed Decision Making pilot for PIP, which shifts decisions from health professionals to case managers, may be rolled out nationally before a full evaluation, documents suggest.
Wildfires devastate West Midlands homes amid record heatwave
Fire crews in the West Midlands are tackling devastating wildfires during a record-breaking heatwave, with homes destroyed and thousands of 999 calls prompting an 'extensive' response.
Stockport council leader defends green belt legal battles
Stockport council leader defends approach amid allegations public money is wasted on green belt bids, citing legal advice and government obstacles.
SNP Minister Slams UK Veto on £1.5bn Wind Project
SNP Minister Stephen Gethins criticises UK Government's veto of £1.5bn offshore wind investment at Ardersier, which would have created 1,500 jobs in Scotland, urging new PM to reconsider.
Bananas stay firm and ripe longer when stored in 1 place
Bananas stay firm and ripe for up to two weeks when stored on a worktop, not in a fruit bowl, says a food hygiene expert. Avoid warm spots and wrap stems.
Gateshead Flyover Demolition Progresses Well
Major demolition works at Park Lane roundabout in Gateshead are progressing well, with the flyover's first four spans removed and 2,000 tonnes of crushed stone to clear.
John Healey risks being Rachel Reeves with pork scratchings
New Chancellor John Healey risks being seen as Rachel Reeves with pork scratchings unless he stops Andy Burnham's Government landing another hammer blow on businesses, with zero hours reforms set to cost firms £2.9bn a year.
Last chance for Lanarkshire residents on water charges plan
Lanarkshire residents and businesses have until 1 September to comment on WICS's Draft Determination of water charges for 2027-2033, which limits bill rises to 2% above inflation and supports £7.9bn investment.
Bev Craig promises action on Astley warehouses
Greater Manchester mayor Bev Craig says she is 'shocked' by the giant warehouses in Astley and Tyldesley and promises to 'see what we can do' for residents.
Coffee Grounds Hack to Keep Flies Out of Your Kitchen
Dried coffee grounds heated until smoking can deter flies from your kitchen, a hack tested by Ideal Home. The effect lasts about three hours.
Ukraine appeals to US for Patriot missiles before winter
Ukraine asks US President Donald Trump to sell up to 10% of Patriot missiles before winter, as Kyiv predicts Russia will weaponise cold by targeting energy supplies.
Swinney 'absolutely right' on wind farm factory intervention
SNP minister backs Swinney's call to reconsider UK block on Chinese firm's wind turbine factory in Scotland, citing jobs and energy security.
Thames Water among five firms allowed to hike bills for £3.4bn
Ofwat provisionally allows five water firms, including Thames Water, to raise bills by 2030 to fund £3.4bn extra investment, sparking criticism from Andy Burnham.
West Lothian urged to respond to water charges plan
West Lothian residents and businesses have until 1 September to comment on WICS's Draft Determination of water charges for 2027-2033, which limits bill increases and supports record investment.
New outdoor gym in Muirhouse welcomed by residents
A new free outdoor gym built by North Lanarkshire Council in Muirhouse has been welcomed by residents, featuring 11 pieces of equipment and funded with £35,000.
Minister defends zero hours ban despite £3bn cost warning
Skills minister Baroness Jacqui Smith defends the Government's proposed ban on zero hours contracts, after analysis suggested it could cost businesses up to £3 billion a year.
35p item removes stubborn limescale buildup in kettles
A 35p bottle of white vinegar from Tesco offers a cheap, effective way to descale kettles, according to Morphy Richards, improving taste and appliance lifespan.
Morphy Richards: 35p item keeps kettles limescale-free
Morphy Richards recommends a 35p bottle of white vinegar as a cheap, effective way to descale kettles, preventing limescale buildup and improving taste.
Andy Burnham set for new six-month rule impacting one set of UK drivers
The Labour government is considering a compulsory six-month learning period for younger drivers as part of its Road Safety Strategy to reduce road deaths, with young people seen as particularly at risk due to inexperience.
Labour eco policies blamed for record 1,017 wildfires
Labour's environmental policies have been blamed for a record-breaking wildfire year, with 1,017 fires in England and Wales already matching 2025's total, as temperatures are forecast to hit 38C.
Air fryer expert: 4 foods to never cook or they'll burn
Martin Senders, Philips' in-house air fryer chef, warns against cooking bacon, popcorn, sliced cheese, and poppadoms in air fryers due to smoke, burn risks, and uneven cooking.
Clarity Needed on Wind Turbine Factory Security Fears
National security should be considered when dealing with potentially hostile foreign countries, writes Record View. The row over a Chinese-owned wind turbine factory in the Highlands is becoming a political football between Labour and the SNP.
90 incredible solar eclipse pictures from Greater Manchester and beyond
Crowds across the UK witnessed the biggest partial solar eclipse in 27 years, with over 90% of the sun covered. See 90 stunning pictures from Greater Manchester and worldwide.
£50m Newcastle pedestrianisation plan shelved amid turmoil
A £50m plan to pedestrianise Newcastle city centre was unveiled in 2021 but never came to fruition. Grey Street was revamped, Blackett Street's ban was shelved, and now the Lib Dem council faces calls for a rethink.
Greater Manchester bin collections change amid heatwave
Thousands of homes in Greater Manchester face bin collection changes this week as crews start earlier due to forecast highs of 32C. Bury and Tameside have confirmed schedule changes.
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