30 h. ago Fake Maddie McCann Julia Wandelt's real life from mortified parents to boyfriend and job

As Julia Wandelt is found guilty of harassing the family of missing Madeleine McCann, the Mirror takes a look at everything we know so far about the woman who claims to be the missing girl

Society

31 h. ago Former Met police officer accused of using sex workers while on duty

Exclusive: Imran Patel, who resigned last year after reports about his conduct, is being investigated by the IOPCA former Metropolitan police officer allegedly used sex workers while on duty in the midst of a major investigation into behavioural standards, the Guardian can reveal.Britain’s largest police force has been described as “institutionally misogynistic” after widespread claims that a “toxic” sexist culture has been allowed to thrive for decades. Continue reading...

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31 h. ago Britain's BIGGEST house price winners: Areas where prices have surged 70% in 20 years

Areas in London and Greater Manchester topped the list of locations which have seen super-sized price rises, according to estate agent Savills.

Politics

54 h. ago Average UK house price jumped to new record high in October, says Halifax

October saw the biggest monthly rise in UK house prices since January this year, the bank said.

Politics

3 d. ago The lorry drivers paid to smuggle migrants into Britain: Police reveal spike of arrests in Kent as people trafficking gangs lure hauliers with offers of thousands of pounds

Investigators say drivers are being tempted with thousands of pounds to transport migrants hidden in lorries, after nine people have been arrested since July.

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4 d. ago The real vs fake grass turf war dividing Britain: We reveal what an artificial lawn does to your house price

Battlelines are being drawn in gardens across Britain as the number of people using artificial lawn or paving over gardens rises.

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4 d. ago The real grass vs fake turf war dividing Britain: We reveal what an artificial lawn really does to your house price

Battlelines are being drawn in gardens across Britain as the number of people using artificial lawn or paving over gardens rises.

Society

7 d. ago Weight loss jab warning: fraudsters’ fake products ‘could cause real harm’

As texts and social media offer cheap offers, buying from unverified sellers can cause serious health problemsYou have heard and read so much about people using weight loss injections to get slim, you feel it is time to give it a go in the run-up to the festive season. The problem is cost.But it seems there are other options rather than getting a prescription from a doctor and going to the pharmacy. A text message arrives giving a link to a site with much cheaper medication – and with no need to go through official channels. And you saw a similar ad on social media the other day, so you decide to go for it. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago All the benefits of the Cotswolds without the price tag: Inside Britain's forgotten countryside idyll where the average house costs £239,000

While the Cotswolds stood out as the destination du jour for metropolitan emigres pre-pandemic, a new rural hub is catching the attention of families seeking a slice of The Good Life.

Economics

9 d. ago UK house price growth slows as buyers ‘wait and see’ before Budget

A senior UK economist said house prices have remained subdued but are likely to continue rising slowly

Economics

9 d. ago House price hotspot: The Scottish city on track for inflation

“The market remains in a delicate condition given that interest rates and mortgage rates remain high in a recent historical context and economic growth is limited” – John Boyle, Rettie

Economics

9 d. ago House price growth slips back amid subdued buyer confidence, Nationwide says

Nationwide said UK house price growth fell month-on-month in October to 0.3% from 0.5% in September.

Economics

9 d. ago Why London houses are going up in price so much faster than flats

The so-called front door premium is growing as houses increase in price faster than flats

Politics

1 week ago Around £500 million of UK energy bill debt to be written off, says regulator

Currently, £52 is added to annual household energy bills under the current price cap via a debt allowance to cover energy debts that are never paid.

Economics

1 week ago Shrinkflation hits everyday staples, piling more pressure on households

Which? finds products shrinking while supermarkets keep prices flat or risingToothpaste, coffee and even heartburn medicine are among the latest products quietly shrinking in size while shoppers pay the same price, piling more pressure on household grocery budgets.Consumer watchdog Which? found a range of new examples of shrinkflation as brands cut back on quantity and quality in an effort to reduce their own costs. Continue reading...

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1 week ago More signs Reeves is planning a 'class war' mansion tax: Now Housing Secretary refuses FOUR TIMES to rule out 'house price levy' in Budget that would hit middle

It was this weekend revealed how Chancellor Rachel Reeves could hit those with homes worth more than £2million with a punitive levy in the Budget next month.

Economics

1 week ago Britain's DEADLY critters: Experts reveal the unsuspecting creepy crawlies that can kill you

When it comes to countries full of deadly critters, Australia, Brazil, or Japan might spring to mind. But experts warn that there are surprisingly deadly creepy crawlies right here in the UK.

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1 week ago Christmas housing market slowdown starts early as price growth ‘stalls’ in some areas

The average time to find a buyer for a home is around 37 days, rising to 45 days in London, Zoopla said

Economics

2 w. ago The White House is getting renovated. Can we do the whole country while we’re at it? | Dave Schilling

Refurbishing the nation should be a collective effort – not the work of a single man with an unmatched taste for the gaudyWho doesn’t love a good home renovation project? Something to take your mind off the humdrum details of life. A fresh start. A dream made reality. I recently repainted my French doors from teal to aquamarine. I felt like a new man, albeit one with all the same problems. Just with a new door color.The average homeowner will always find something to change, tweak or revise – even in the most beautiful property. Don’t like your kitchen sink? Rip it out. Not a fan of subway tiles? Scrap them. Have you ever considered the sublime serenity of a rainfall shower on your body in the morning? All of these amenities can be yours for the price of materials, labor and the psychic distress of a bunch of burly middle-aged men traipsing around your house with large, thick boots. A small price to pay for a bit of temporary contentment. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Oil price jumps after US sanctions Russia’s Rosneft and Lukoil; White House considers software curbs on China – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsThe oil price has jumped after the US has sanctioned Russia’s two largest oil companies to increase pressure on the Kremlin to negotiate an end to its war against Ukraine.The White House’s new measures against Rosneft and Lukoil are the US’s first sanctions against Russia since Trump’s return to office in January. All assets belonging to the two companies in the US have been frozen, and US companies and individuals will be barred from doing business with them. Continue reading...

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