8 h. ago Brits warned about new 'phantom parcel' scam sweeping the nation

Here's how to spot the scam that's costing people hundresd of pounds before it's too late.

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12 h. ago Warning as popular model becomes one of Britain's most stolen cars

One specific car model has been dubbed the most frequently stolen vehicles in the UK, with thefts increasing by 549% year-on-year in 2024 as over 580 vehicles were stolen

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16 h. ago Rachel Reeves set for 'punishingly high' new tax raid on Brits as £500k warning issued

Fresh reports suggest Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a new national property tax on homes above £500,000, which would be paid by owner-occupiers when they sell their home

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16 h. ago Brits issued urgent Bank Holiday warning as country set for 'busiest' period

Millions of drivers are expected to take to the roads for getaway trips by car in the UK over the August bank holiday period

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31 h. ago Brits given warning as rare red alert issued for Spanish holiday hotspots

The coastline of Alicante has been placed under a red alert for hot temperatures from midday today (August 18) until the evening, while the region of Vega del Segura is also under a red alert

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35 h. ago Simple garden job could cause unexpected fine and neighbour dispute

Brits have been warned to think twice before painting their fences without asking permission from their neighbours - or they could face legal action from the authorities

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37 h. ago Brits warned of 'bogus' Ibiza parties as tourists turn up to empty venues

Brits heading on Ibiza holidays to enjoy the island's world-famous clubs, bars and boat parties are being warned of a simple scam that's leaving them out of pocket

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41 h. ago ‘Shut it down and start again’: staff disquiet as Alan Turing Institute faces identity crisis

Whistleblower warns UK’s top AI research body in danger of collapse due to threats over funding and new directionWhen the UK government announced the creation of the Alan Turing Institute in 2014 it promised a “fitting memorial” to the renowned computer scientist and artificial intelligence pioneer.More than a decade on, Britain’s leading AI institute is in turmoil as staff warn it may be in danger of collapse and ministers demand a shift in focus to defence and security work. Continue reading...

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53 h. ago DWP issues stark benefit warning after woman jailed for 20 months

The DWP has issued a stern warning to benefit claimants across Great Britain, confirming that benefit fraud will be detected and pursued to the 'fullest extent of the law'

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57 h. ago Brits warned against sharing towels and razors after spike in MRSA superbug infections outside of hospitals

Brits have been urged to avoid sharing certain household items amid an increase in cases of MRSA being contracted in the community.

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57 h. ago Benidorm rental car warning as Brit tourists told 'avoid it' during one month

A Brit who lives in Benidorm revealed why tourists should avoid renting a car during one specific month of the year – and people were shocked to learn the reason why

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60 h. ago Brits warned of 5 reasons their passport could be revoked this summer

The passport office can reject your application or even confiscate your current passport in certain circumstances.

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61 h. ago Brit abroad in Benidorm warns tourists to 'never rent car' during August

If you're heading out to Benidorm soon, then you may want to heed the advice of a Brit abroad in the Spanish city, as he warned you may want to just get a transfer and not a hire car

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62 h. ago Second Brexit referendum won’t happen ‘in my lifetime’, Neil Kinnock says

The ex-Labour leader Neil Kinnock, who served as Vice-President of the European Commission between 1999 to 2004, warned Brexit had 'inflicted such harm' on Britain

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62 h. ago Brits in Benidorm warned about 'potato and pea men' as many fall for 'oldest con'

Holidaymakers are being warned 'if you see a crowd cheering and clapping - do not stop - no matter how enticing it looks' as hundreds are fleeced every day

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3 d. ago DWP gives warning to millions of Brits as woman jailed for £110,000 fraud

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a stark warning to 24 million people in the UK following a ten-year campaign of fraud that has led to a woman falsely claiming £110,000 from the governement

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3 d. ago DWP issues stark warning to JSA, UC and PIP claimants as woman jailed for 20 months

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a grave warning to the 24 million Brits claiming benefits

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3 d. ago British Transport Police cuts will endanger railway staff, union warns

The RMT said frontline workers would be left exposed to anti-social behaviour and violence.

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3 d. ago Gardening expert warns 'don't get too comfortable' in August amid pest threat

While August is traditionally a time to kick back and relax in the sunshine, a garden expert has warned that Brits need to remain vigilant when it comes to one problem pest

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4 d. ago Canary Islands issue rare 'black alert' for British tourists at popular holiday beach

The European Union holiday hotspot has issued the rare warning for British holidaymakers at one of the most popular beaches on the popular La Graciosa which is just off Lanzarote

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