93 m. ago Common supermarket parking blunder could see drivers hit with huge £1,000 fine

Experts have warned the assumption that the Highway Code does not apply in supermarket car parks could prove costly, as the same laws and regulations on public roads are in place

Economics

2 h. ago Police Scotland front line fears as 5% of cops eligible to retire

A total of 914 officers can opt to retire in the period up to June 30 next year, with a further 148 members of police staff also eligible.

Events

6 h. ago Seven EVs from Citroen, Peugeot, Skoda, Toyota and Vauxhall to get Electric Car Grants

The inclusion of these models takes eligibility for the Electric Car Grant up to 35 cars in total.

Politics

11 h. ago The new childcare rules affecting millions of parents from today

Eligible parents are set to get 30 hours of free childcare from today

Society

12 h. ago Expedited UK visa scheme being set up for Gaza students and other young people fleeing war

The Government will use ‘legal and controlled support’ to help people fleeing persecution, the Home Secretary told MPs

Events

12 h. ago Yvette Cooper accused of pushing children towards people smugglers by halting refugee scheme

Home secretary under fire over suspension of family reunion system that she said was at risk of exploitationYvette Cooper has been accused of pushing children “into the arms of people smugglers” after halting a scheme allowing refugees to bring their family to the UK.The home secretary said the refugee family reunion route was at risk of exploitation and she would “temporarily suspend new applications” until tougher rules are introduced next year. Continue reading...

Events

13 h. ago Huge £46m flood defence scheme protecting hundreds of homes progresses

The project was agreed to avoid future devastation like the area suffered in the 2015 Boxing Day floods

Events

15 h. ago Morrisons makes major change to Christmas saver loyalty scheme

The Christmas Savers Club allows you to earn bonuses on your savings when you spend money at one particular UK grocer - but a big change is coming for 2025

Politics

15 h. ago Faster support for child exploitation victims in UK as pilot scheme widened

Decision-making will begin in all eight new areas this autumn, the Government said.

Events

15 h. ago Who is eligible for NHS Covid vaccine after summer surge of virus in UK

Cases of Covid-19 surged to their highest peak this year in August. Now, health bosses are urging those eligible to get vaccinated

Science

16 h. ago Disadvantaged children at risk of missing out on early education, charity warns

Families who do not work, or do not earn enough to be eligible for the Government-funded childcare entitlements, will need to pay £205 a week on average for the same amount of early education for a child under two

Events

18 h. ago HMRC alerts parents who could be missing out on 'up to £2,000' a year

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has issued a warning to parents who could be missing out on financial support to help with childcare costs

Events

18 h. ago Full list of people eligible for free school meals after major rule change

A major change to free school meal eligibility is set to come into force next year

Politics

18 h. ago Am I eligible for new free childcare scheme – and how to apply?

There are several key deadlines parents need to be aware of

Politics

19 h. ago Young people now get £1 bus tickets in Wales as part of £15m scheme

The discounted fares can be either purchased via mobile ticketing apps or from the driver

Economics

20 h. ago Free childcare: working parents can access 30 free hours of government funded childcare a week – how to apply

Working parents in England could save hundreds on nursery fees 💷

Politics

20 h. ago NHS issues flu jab update as millions eligible for 'lifesaving' vaccines from today

Flu jabs have been rolled out for pregnant women and children in England ahead of winter

Economics

21 h. ago Thousands eligible for £1 bus fares in Wales from today, with more to come

The scheme enabling young people to travel by bus for £1 comes into effect today

Economics

23 h. ago Everyone needs to be using Transport for Wales' Pay as you Go scheme for key reason

I'm saving more than £20 a week thanks to the deal

Politics

30 h. ago Deliveroo launches new family meal deal in 30 UK towns and cities – here’s where

Deliveroo is rolling out a new family meal offer which will feed up to four people for £25 or under

Society