2 w. ago Strictly Come Dancing star issues update after debilitating condition sparked A&E dash

EXCLUSIVE: The BBC Strictly Come Dancing star is urging others who experience similar symptoms to seek help, after suffering from agonising pain for several years

Politics

2 w. ago Strictly Come Dancing star gives update on health after severe pain left her hospitalised

EXCLUSIVE: The Strictly Come Dancing star is urging fellow sufferers to seek help for their symptoms, after she experienced "severe" pain for several years

Science

2 w. ago BBC Strictly star shares health update after 'excruciating' pain sparked A&E dash

EXCLUSIVE: BBC's Strictly Come Dancing star Montell Douglas is urging others who experience similar symptoms to seek help, following her own painful ordeal

Politics

2 w. ago 'Call 111 urgently' if you spot this skin symptom amid UKHSA alert

The UKHSA has issued a warning about measles, urging people to be aware of the symptoms and seek medical attention.

Events

2 w. ago New calls to pause Council Tax payments for three months for all households

An online petition argues local councils are not providing services for which the bill pays.

Economics

2 w. ago Debt charity shares eight steps to get ahead of winter and stay on top of finances

StepChange is urging people to seek help if they are struggling with their finances before the colder weather sets in.

Economics

3 w. ago The Guardian view on Peter Mandelson in Washington: a parable of short

Any association with Jeffrey Epstein was obviously toxic and it reflects poorly on Keir Starmer’s judgment that he didn’t anticipate the riskAs UK ambassador to Washington, Peter Mandelson was obviously a risky appointment. There was never any doubt that the former cabinet minister, European commissioner and international business lobbyist would be a skilled operator. The danger came from another of his reliable traits – attracting attention for the wrong reasons.Sure enough, little over six months into the role, Lord Mandelson’s position became untenable. Sir Keir Starmer had stood by him when links to Jeffrey Epstein first resurfaced – extraordinary given the billionaire financier’s status as a convicted paedophile. The position changed with the publication of evidence showing that Lord Mandelson reaffirmed the friendship even after Epstein’s conviction, expressing solidarity and urging him to seek early release.Do you have an opinion on the issues raised in this ar...

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3 w. ago West Lothian locals struggling with council tax payments urged to seek help

The Council Tax Reduction (CTR) scheme supports people on low incomes, potentially saving them hundreds of pounds a year. In some cases, it can reduce bills by up to 100 per cent.

Economics

3 w. ago Lanarkshire locals struggling with council tax payments urged to seek help

The Council Tax Reduction (CTR) scheme supports people on low incomes, potentially saving them hundreds of pounds a year. In some cases, it can reduce bills by up to 100 per cent.

Economics

4 w. ago People on PIP may be able to backdate other benefits to the start of their award

An award for PIP or Adult Disability Payment could also lead to housing support and Council Tax discounts.

Events