4 h. ago Householders warned over damage to glass hobs while cleaning them

Using some products and too much water is leading to permanent scratches and more

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8 h. ago Mapped: Where Britain is at risk of drought amid hosepipe ban warning

Households are being warned of the potential risk of water restrictions, as parts of the country experience the driest start to the year for nearly a century

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12 h. ago Warning issued as north west sees driest start to a year for almost a century

Households are being warned of the risk of water restrictions

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13 h. ago Boil tap water 'until further notice' warning issued to some UK householders

Households in the affected area have been urged to boil all tap water used for drinking, brushing teeth and preparation of foods.

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36 h. ago DWP scrapping one benefit forever as urgent warning letters sent to households

The latest benefit to be phased out is Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), and anyone who this applies to should be getting a letter in the post over the coming weeks and months

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57 h. ago Everyday household appliance could be an incubator for bacteria

Scientists warn this common household appliance could become an 'incubator' for dangerous pathogens such as Listeria and Salmonella.

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62 h. ago Households issued 30cm warning over installing an outdoor socket

If you're looking to install an outdoor socket in your home make sure you're up to date with the latest regulations - only trained electricians can set them up for this major reason

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7 d. ago This common household item could be 75x dirtier than your toilet seat

Scientists warn that a common household item you probably touch every day has 75 times more bacteria than a toilet seat.

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9 d. ago Urgent bacteria warning to households with rugs or carpets that appear 'clean'

Households are urged to clean rugs and carpets frequently to prevent foul smells and the build-up of harmful bacteria which cannot be seen by the naked eye

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1 week ago Households warned over three rooms in your home you're not vacuuming enough

Many households aren't vacuuming these three rooms enough, leading to a dusty and dirty home, especially as we begin to leave our windows open in the warm weather

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2 w. ago The £41 gadget everyone in Spain wishes they’d had during the mystery blackout

After Spain’s mystery power cut left millions without any way to get updates, UK households are snapping up wind-up emergency radios as government advice warns us to prepare for 72 hours off-grid.

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2 w. ago DWP warning as changes to Universal Credit will affect thousands of households

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a fresh update on changes to benefits that are set to affect thousands of households in the UK

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2 w. ago Householders warned 'act now' as energy bills set to rise next month

Fixed energy tariffs for over 400,000 households are set to expire at the end of May

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2 w. ago UK households warned HMRC is taking people to court and 'winning 90% of time'

In a stern crackdown on tax avoidance schemes, HMRC is contacting individuals suspected of dodging taxes, signalling the Labour Government's commitment to combating fraud

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2 w. ago Expert warns that your appliances could be making your allergies worse

As hayfever season gets into full swing, an expert has warned that one household appliance could be aggravating your allergies to no end, urging shoppers to do their research before purchasing

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2 w. ago Urgent warning to parents as common household product leaves daughter 'blinded in one eye'

According to Jodi lowe, her daughter Luca began screaming and inadvertently rubbed the product across her eyes before she could intervene.

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2 w. ago Warning over household appliances that could catch fire while you’re asleep

Some families may want to take advantage of energy tariffs that pay cheaper rates during off-peak hours, but your appliances could be at risk of catching fire

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3 w. ago Warning to households with packets of dried spaghetti in kitchen cupboard

A chef has claimed many UK households have been making spag bol all wrong.

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3 w. ago Plumber issues urgent warning to households this Easter that could cost you hundreds of pounds

As tempting as it may be to pile all of your dirty plates and pans into the sink after your Easter Sunday roast, one plumber is warning that doing so could end up costing you a hefty price in your wallet

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3 w. ago UK households given £350 warning if they own an electric vehicle

Drivers with EVs could miss out on a £350 grant if they don’t meet certain criteria, sparking confusion over who qualifies for the Government-backed scheme

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