66 h. ago Greater Manchester households issued water usage warning after drought status update

The drought conditions are likely to continue into next year, says the national drought group

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69 h. ago Public urged to use water wisely as drought set to continue into 2026

Several areas are being moved out of drought status after recent rainfall but water scarcity remains across England.

Politics

2 d. ago UK households to pay £5 extra on energy bills as Ofgem writes off debt

Up to £500 million of energy bill debt is expected to be paid off through bill increases across UK households

Economics

3 d. ago UK households told to smear shaving foam over windows this autumn

This hack could help prevent a common problem during the colder months

Politics

5 d. ago Treasury minister responds to calls to base child benefit on household rather than individual income

The Government went back on plans to reform the system last year

Politics

5 d. ago UK households issued 'do not' warning when carving pumpkins this Halloween

Not only is carving a pumpkin messy, but it could land you with a £300 bill

Events

5 d. ago Woman issues stark warning about 'out of date' hot water bottles

A woman left severely scalded after a hot water bottle 'exploded' over her has urged people to be aware of the risks of using the chilly weather staple-including a huge mistake most people are guilty of.

Events

9 d. ago The 229 Greater Manchester households left stunned after receiving a devastating letter

Tenants of the Seven Sisters tower blocks have been told they all need to move out in the next few months

Politics

1 week ago UK households urged to carry out six simple boiler checks before switching heating on

It is vital to make these checks now to avoid your boiler breaking down in winter

Society

2 w. ago Millions of UK households to receive letters about £150 energy bill discount from next week

People will be sent out to households next week

Economics

2 w. ago Popular Lanzarote tourist beach closed due to suspected sewage leaks

An advisory warning has been issued for people to stay out of the water

Society

2 w. ago The one unlikely household item found in your bedroom that will boost your radiator's heating

This trick can help your radiators to work more efficiently

Society

2 w. ago Autumn hot water bottle and microwaveable heat pads warning over unknown 2

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has issued a warning over a surge in burns caused by hot water bottles and microwaveable heat pads, urging the public to take safety measures

Events

2 w. ago UK households told to rub potatoes on windows to 'stop' condensation

It might sound bizarre but this expert-approved hack will help with tackling the common autumn problem

Politics

2 w. ago Exact hour UK households should close all curtains and blinds during autumn to keep homes warm

It will make a barrier and stop less heat from escaping from inside your home

Society

2 w. ago UK households told to plant one tree in garden that robins will flock to 'all year round'

There is one particular tree that will attract these beautiful birds to your garden throughout each season

Politics

3 w. ago 10 common mistakes UK households make every winter that add £100s to your energy bills

These small fixes could dramatically reduce how much energy you are consuming

Economics

3 w. ago Monty Don advises UK households with gardens to do one key lawn job this October

It's an essential autumn task that will help to revive your grass after summer

Society

3 w. ago UK households urged to pour washing up liquid down drains to tackle common autumn problem

It's been a soggy autumn so far - but there's one quick and easy way to get a blocked drain working again

Politics

3 w. ago UK households warned to 'never' plug these three appliances into extension leads

An electrical expert has issued a warning

Events