5 hours ago DWP admits thousands of Pension Credit claims 'outstanding' after sign

Labour decided to means test the Winter Fuel Payment, worth up to £300, after discovering a '£22 billion' black hole in public spending left by the previous government

Politics

17 hours ago Inside 'world's biggest yacht' with floating £8.1m apartments and its own beach club

Apartments on the luxury yacht, that is being built in Norway, start at £8.1m and a high court judge has ruled that a £733,750 unpaid design debt must be settled

Society

2 hours ago UK's rarest WW1 coin worth a staggering £30k but there's a major catch

A 107-year-old gold coin dating back to the First World War has now been valued at £30,000 - but, finding such a 'fine specimen' might prove rather difficult.

Economics

19 hours ago Surreal, dreamlike, confusing: a night watching 18 Champions League ties

Trying to keep across 29 hours’ worth of football was not just akin to major substance abuse but a cause of fear and panicRaspberry Beret by Prince, Stayin’ Alive by the Bee Gees, American Pie by Don McLean, All I Want is You by U2, the theme tune to Sesame Street: these are all in their different ways excellent pieces of music. But as part of playlists broadcast without end and at high volume, all have been used by the US army in psychological warfare – demonstrating that too much of a good thing is not just possible but, at extreme levels, absolutely excruciating. Watching the manic conclusion to the Champions League group stage on Wednesday brought those playlists to mind, as I debated whether I was being entertained or encouraged to run screaming from my house.The trend in sport for many years has been to make competitions bigger, longer, more drawn out, and at first the new 36-team Champions League format felt like another step on this tiresome journey. But the widely acknowled...

Sport

7 hours ago Major emergency response as police and fire crews called to Sale Water Park

Police, fire crews and paramedics were called to the scene shortly after 10pm

Events

23 hours ago Antiques Roadshow guest confesses plan to ‘be nice’ to his mum to get hands on ‘rare’ painting worth thousands

An Antiques Roadshow guest pulled a face as the true value of a neighbour’s gift was unveiled

Culture

20 hours ago Money pit motors: Expect to lose thousands on these new EVs and luxury cars that depreciate fastest

The worst offender - a popular battery model built in Britain - loses 73% of its value after just three years of ownership, new data from motoring title Auto Express shows.

Transport

10 hours ago BBC The Apprentice's Karren Brady's net worth and incredibly powerful response to a sexist jibe

Karren Brady is back as an aide to Lord Sugar on The Apprentice

Politics

9 hours ago IPL billionaires and Birmingham City owners win auction for Hundred teams

Mumbai Indians owners pay £60m for Oval InvinciblesKnighthead Capital take stake in Birmingham PhoenixEnglish cricket’s landmark Hundred sale produced an eventful first day as the Ambanis, India’s richest family, and Knighthead Capital, owners of Birmingham City, secured the right to buy 49% stakes in Oval Invincibles and Birmingham Phoenix respectively.The Guardian has learned that Knighthead’s offer of about £40m for 49% of the Phoenix prevailed in a sealed-bids auction over that of private equity firm CVC Capital Partners. CVC had earlier lost out to Reliance Industries Ltd, owners of Mumbai Indians, in a three-way auction for the equivalent stake in Oval Invincibles. Continue reading...

Economics

8 hours ago Beloved Hackney rooftop bar Netil360 and nightclub NT's Loft at risk from 'luxury block of flats'

Hackney's popular venues, Netil360 and NT's Loft, have warned about plans for a ‘luxury block of flats’ nearby

Events

21 hours ago Money pit motors: EVs and luxury models dominate list of depreciating new cars

The worst offender - a popular battery model built in Britain - loses 73% of its value after just three years of ownership, new data from motoring title Auto Express shows.

Transport

11 hours ago Ticketmaster rejects Oasis investigation invitation to give evidence at Parliament

"The Oasis ticket sale incident provoked a wider public conversation about the prices we pay for the goods and services we use"

Politics

10 hours ago Man Utd and Arsenal face transfer dilemma after Spurs agree £50million deal

Tottenham have agreed a deal in principle worth £50million for Bayern Munich winger Mathys Tel, who has also been a target for Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United

Economics

13 hours ago Robbery conspiracy accused told police ‘every man loves a watch’, court hears

Mannix Pedro, 37, and Junior Kunu, 30, are charged with conspiring with others to commit robbery after watches worth more than £1 million were stolen.

Events

14 hours ago Gartmore composer latest to support campaign against music tuition cuts

The £250,000 worth of cuts to the service have been floated by a £13million funding gap for this year's budget.

Politics

12 hours ago Debenhams shoppers race to buy £3,000 diamond watch slashed by 93% in Blue Cross Sale

The online retailer is offering discounts of up to 95% on luxury watches ahead of Valentine's Day

Economics

16 hours ago Theatre warns of closure risk after 'devastating' announcement as £208m funding package revealed

Creative Scotland reveals long-awaited package worth £208m

Events

18 hours ago Brits told to look for rare 20p coin considered collector's 'holy grail' due to error

An expert has warned that seemingly ordinary 20p coins are actually worth a lot more than their face value - but only if they have a particular error that makes them a collector's item.

Politics

12 hours ago I’ve found the CeraVe deals worth buying, from cleansers to moisturisers

If you’re looking to supercharge your skincare, look no further than this budget-friendly yet effective brand

Economics

18 hours ago Aston Villa weigh up move for Wolves’ Matheus Cunha and target striker

Wolves adamant they will not sell key player Cunha Villa may move for a like-for-like Durán replacementAston Villa are weighing up a move for Matheus Cunha with Jhon Durán expected to finalise his transfer to Al-Nassr on Thursday, though they also want to sign a striker to support Arsenal target Ollie Watkins.Wolves, who host Villa on Saturday, are adamant they will not countenance selling Cunha given the forward is a key player in their fight to avoid relegation and are hopeful the Brazilian will sign a new contract. Villa are also exploring alternatives, including a more like-for-like Durán replacement, but have no desire to sell Watkins, the subject of a bid worth about £60m from Arsenal. Continue reading...

Events

19 hours ago Love It Or List It viewers baffled by couple's choice to add 'tacky' renovations to their 'soulless' new build over moving to luxury five

On last night's episode of the Channel 4 show, Scott and Jaqui dealt with the dilemma of what to do with their four-bedroom home in Hamilton, central Scotland.

Politics

12 hours ago Tottenham leave Arsenal and Man Utd with transfer dilemma after agreeing £50m deal

Arsenal and Manchester United are among the clubs weighing up a move for Mathys Tel but it's Tottenham who have moved to agree a deal worth £50million with Bayern Munich

Economics

21 hours ago Slowdown in shift towards EVs contributed to drop in UK car production last year

'Amid significant geopolitical and trade tensions, UK manufacturers are set on turning billions of pounds of investment into production reality, transforming factories to make new electric vehicles for sale around the world'

Events

20 hours ago Best watch brands you may not have heard of for the discerning timepiece wearer

From a watch collector-turned-maker to a luxury small-batch Swiss brand

Politics

12 hours ago The Apprentice's £17.5m mansion with eyewatering rent and needed 'upgrade'

The Apprentice mansion is a key part of the show, but what is it really like inside the luxury pad? One fired candidate has revealed all, including a desperate need for 'upgrade'

Economics

21 hours ago Jack Fincham's luxury spa break with Chloe Brockett just one day before court saga

Former Love Island winner Jack Fincham lapped up the luxury at Champneys Spa in Hertfordshire alongside his on-off girlfriend Chloe Brockett earlier this week

Events

21 hours ago Amanda Holden's exact crochet mini dress from Amanda & Alan's Spanish Job gets axed by 50% off

Amanda Holden has been serving up some serious summer outfit inspiration on The Spanish Job with Alan Carr, and her latest look is no exception - and now it's on sale at half-price

Politics

16 hours ago Boost for theatres, festivals and arts centres as Creative Scotland unveils £208m funding package

Creative Scotland reveals long-awaited package worth £208m

Economics

24 hours ago I quit booze, went on a diet and took vitamins for a month – what did it do to me?

Straight from the hedonism of December, Helen Coffey decided to dive into the most pronounced health kick of her life. The only question is: was it worth it?

Events

21 hours ago Where to shop Amanda Holden’s knit mini dress from Amanda & Alan’s Spanish Job for half

Amanda Holden is always on-point when it comes to her fashion sense, and her latest looks from her Spanish Job series are no exception - including this knit mini dress that's currently on sale

Politics

16 hours ago Bosses at children's hospice charity CHAS 'so sad' after Storm Eowyn caused £60,000 worth of damage

CHAS says the garden at Robin House in Balloch suffered around £60,000 worth of damage in Storm Eowyn.

Economics

17 hours ago Kate Middleton opts for high street chic in old favourite £16 dress from the Zara sale as she visits children's hospice in South Wales

Arriving at Tŷ Hafan this morning after 'proudly' announcing her new patronage, Catherine, 43, stepped out in muted tones.

Economics

24 hours ago The French treehouse that offers the perfect digital detox — plus three other bucolic offline retreats

Jason Chau checks into a luxury treehouse to spa, stargaze and disconnect from his trusty iPhone. Plus we pick more of the best places to switch off and unwind this winter

Politics

18 hours ago Seasalt Cornwall's '2 for £50' deal will save you money on Kate Middleton

Seasalt Cornwall is giving shoppers the chance to buy two tops for £50 this week, with top picks like a Kate Middleton-inspired Breton long-sleeve included in the sale

Economics

24 hours ago The French treehouse that offers the perfect digital detox — plus 3 other bucolic offline retreats

Jason Chau checks into a luxury treehouse to spa, stargaze and disconnect from his trusty iPhone. Plus we pick more of the best places to switch off and unwind this winter

Politics

19 hours ago New luxury resort slammed for 'absolutely insane' £672 one night stays

Off-season prices start from £375, while the cheapest one-night stays currently available in August are priced at £672.50

Economics

20 hours ago LookFantastic shoppers who spend £50 can save more than £145 on Elemis, Laura Mercier and more

The Valentine's Day Edit from LookFantastic is worth an impressive £195, and includes full-size skincare and beauty must-haves from the likes of Elemis, Laura Mercier and Sol de Janeiro.

Economics

21 hours ago BaByliss hair styling tool that creates a 'salon blow dry in minutes' now £35

The BaByliss Big Hair Rotating Blow Dry Brush is currently on sale and shoppers are raving about it, with one saying it's 'the only way I dry my hair'

Economics

28 hours ago Taxpayers fund new clothes and shoes for Channel crossing migrants worth £3,000 every day

The packs are handed out to men, women, and children to replace their seawater soaked clothing when they arrive in Dover after their dinghys have been intercepted by Border Force vessels.

Economics

30 hours ago Housing market ‘off to its strongest start in three years with sales up by 12%’

The number of homes for sale is also 10% higher than a year ago, according to Zoopla’s data.

Economics