85 m. ago Council tax bills set to rise at fastest rate for two decades, economist warns

Rachel Reeves said that ministers will not be ‘going above’ the 5% annual increases in council tax.

Events

23 h. ago War on motorists continues: Now Oxford council want to impose £5 congestion charge on every car entering the city

Locals have warned that the plans would cripple businesses in Oxford, which have already been hit by a controversial low traffic neighbourhood scheme in the city.

Economics

46 h. ago Poundland stores closing: dramatic discount chain overhaul could see 200 stores close and jobs at risk

The chain faces a major shake-up as tough trading forces radical cuts and a potential change of ownership 🛒

Events

48 h. ago Emmerdale fans say same thing as ITV soap faces another major schedule shake

Emmerdale has been cancelled on Tuesday 10 June as the ITV soap has been replaced by Live International Football amid a schedule shake-up, much to the dismay of viewers

Politics

49 h. ago Met Office issues verdict on heatwave in Greater Manchester as temperatures set to rise to 29C across UK

Will this week reach the heatwave threshold in Greater Manchester?

Society

68 h. ago River Island: UK fashion chain plans restructure with 230 stores and jobs at risk, which locations could close

A major high street shake-up looms as one of the UK’s biggest fashion names fights for survival 💥

Society

69 h. ago Popular TV channel shuts down for good tonight after 11 years in major shake

ITV has announced that it is shutting down the ITVBe channel - the home of reality and unscripted programmes - after 11 years, with ITV Quiz taking over the channel's slot

Culture

2 d. ago New State Pension age changes set to delay retirement payments for millions of people

The State Pension age is set to rise from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028 with a further rise planned to 68.

Economics

3 d. ago Popular ITV channel axed today after 11 years in major shake

Reality shows such as TOWIE and The Real Housewives franchise will be affected by the broadcaster's latest shift

Culture

3 d. ago TV channel to shut down tonight forever after 11 years on air in major shake

Since launching in 2014, ITVBe has been the home of reality and unscripted programmes which will now be moved to ITV2, while the channel's slot is taken over by ITV Quiz

Politics

3 d. ago UK prioritises health and defence as other budgets face squeeze

Chancellor is set to give NHS a 2.8 per cent real-terms rise in annual day-to-day spending over three years

Politics

4 d. ago State Pension's future under review amid major retirement shake

The State Pension is facing a dramatic overhaul under a Government shake-up of retirement rules. The changes could see millions of future retirees having to wait longer to claim and receiving different levels of payment.

Politics

5 d. ago New State Pension age set to change next year for people born on these dates

The State Pension age is set to rise from 66 to 67 in the coming years - and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has urged people to check what the change means for them

Politics

7 d. ago Man Utd appoint new director of football as Sir Jim Ratcliffe oversees latest major shake

The hierarchy at Manchester United has gone through multiple changes since Sir Jim Ratcliffe became co-owner and took control of football operations 18 months ago

Politics

7 d. ago Loose Women's Kaye Adams admits 'change is hard' after major ITV cuts

Kaye Adams has spoken for the first time after it was announced ITV are planning a major shake-up to their schedules, meaning Loose Women won't air all year round

Politics

9 d. ago Marks and Spencer shoppers have the same complaint over 'stunning' new collection

In recent months, Marks and Spencer has had to implement a major shake-up affecting how customers are able to buy its products and the retailer's new summer fashion has people all saying the same thing

Politics

1 week ago Gardeners with patchy lawns must do one thing 'regularly' to stop it dying

Gardening experts are advising people to complete this task 'regularly' during the summer time to ensure fresh growth, as temperatures are set to rise in the upcoming weeks

Events

1 week ago Drivers can be fined £5,000 for 'forgetting' to press one button in the car today

With the temperatures set to rise in the coming days, motorists are being reminded how important it is to use the air conditioning in their vehicles or risk hefty fines

Economics

1 week ago UK motorists warned as TfL's £18 plans unveiled for anyone driving in London

Plans to spike the London Congestion Charge to £18 per day has sparked outrage, with many branding the proposal 'day light robbery' - but TfL says such measures are necessary

Events

1 week ago How to tell the difference between a summer cold and hay fever as pollen count set to rise across the UK

The pollen count is set to rise across the UK which is bad news for people with hay fever🤧

Politics