25 minutes ago Storm Bert: environment secretary says flood defences in ‘worst condition on record’ after Tory government – live updates

Steve Reed has criticised previous administration and promised £2.4bn to improve facilitiesHave you been affected by flooding in the UK? Get in touchNorthamptonshire Police have warned people in the area “while the flooding remains ongoing, please avoid all unnecessary travel and do not drive through floodwater of any depth – it is not worth the risk.”In Yate in the west of England, BBC Bristol reports that about 100 properties were flooded overnight, and residents had to be evacuated. Continue reading...

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29 minutes ago RAC warns over scam offering free stuff which will actually steal your personal details

The motoring services company has highlighted the tell-tale signs to look out for after scammers used the RAC name to try to con people out of their private data

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49 minutes ago Dumfries and Galloway residents warned they have just days left to apply for garden waste collection

The council’s garden waste recycling scheme will kick off in March 2025, with permits costing £40 a bin.

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70 minutes ago Warning after sharp rise in 'silent killer' cases in Greater Manchester

"Almost 30 per cent of people are only getting their boilers serviced every two years, or less often than that. This is a big worry."

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97 minutes ago Christmas warning for dog owners as puppies more likely to need vet care during festive season

Christmas is a time for indulgence but owners need to be aware of what their puppies are consuming, experts warn

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2 hours ago Urgent warning to shoppers as cybersecurity experts uncover 62 popular apps that can track your precise location to within just a few metres

Researchers analyzed 71 of the world's most popular shopping apps on the Google Play Store, including Amazon, eBay, Samsung, Nike, Ikea and Lidl.

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2 hours ago Doctor cautions that 'common disease warning signs' may appear through foot symptoms

A doctor advises that several foot issues may signal an underlying health condition, but having symptoms doesn't necessarily mean something is wrong

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2 hours ago Climate change experts warn of 'hidden silent ticking time bomb' ahead of Black Friday sales

Coastal erosion, sped up by the climate change, is exposing over 1,000 old landfill sites that experts call "ticking time bombs" - a stark reminder of our throwaway culture ahead of Black Friday

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2 hours ago UK floods latest: Dad rescued son from sinking car as ‘devastating’ floods cause train and traffic chaos

More than 150 flood warnings remain in place for England and Wales and travel issues are set to continue

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2 hours ago Warning issued as more Brits set to face huge tax bills after pension changes

Under the current laws, you need to pay 40% inheritance tax on your "estate" - so your property, money and possessions - that you pass on after you die - but only if you are leaving more than £325,000 behind

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