21 m. ago The great retreat: Up to a million Romanians came to the UK to work as cleaners and builders... now nearly 40,000 are leaving each year to escape crime, the crumbling NHS and the cost of living

The numbers of Romanians leaving the UK are higher than for any other EU nationality, dwarfing the 25,000 Poles who left Britain to return to their low-tax homeland in the year up to last June.

Economics

30 h. ago Every trick possible to dodge Labour's looming tax raid, by our financial experts. Our calculations let a family of four shield £538,440 next year... it can save you a fortune

After the barrage of tax hikes on workers, landlords, savers and homeowners this year, it is now even harder to hold on to your hard-earned cash without losing chunks to the taxman.

Economics

45 h. ago Gardeners warned to try five minute habit now or risk furniture rotting away this winter

Winter’s here, and if your garden furniture is still outside, it’s time to act as experts warn cleaning and storing tables, chairs, and barbecues now prevents rot, rust, and mould

Events

58 h. ago Experts warn of 2026 pandemic as infectious virus goes 'out of control'

Scientists are worried about a particular strain of bird flu which is spreading all over the world, with worries that a human outbreak would be hard to contain

Events

66 h. ago Not so Grand! House that featured on Grand Designs has £750,000 slashed off its £5million guide price after failing to sell for 18 months

Downley House was listed for sale in July 2024 with a guide price of £5million when owner Chris Taee decided it was time to sell up after 12 years in the property.

Economics

2 d. ago Thousands more could be dragged into paying Rachel Reeves' mansion tax on £2m homes as experts warn revaluation plan could overstate house prices by up to £30,000

Under proposals backed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, homes valued at more than £2million would be hit with an annual council tax surcharge from 2028.

Economics

4 d. ago Millions issued fire risk warning over 'flammable' product ahead of Christmas

Skin products used by millions of people pose a serious fire risk, experts warn

Events

4 d. ago Millions of UK drivers could miss out on £500 each in car finance scandal

Experts warn millions of motorists face being short-changed

Economics

7 d. ago UK drivers to face busiest day of traffic yet as experts warn of millions taking Christmas trips

The week is expected to see over eight million journeys on roads across the country as poor weather is likely to continue to cause disruption for drivers ahead of festivities

Events

8 d. ago Boxing champ Tyson Fury and his family have sensationally quit the UK after Rachel Reeves’ tax

BOXING champ Tyson Fury has quit the UK for the tax-friendly Isle of Man - after Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ knockout financial blows to his wealth. The heavyweight boxer, 37, who shares seven children with wife Paris, 36, is living in a six-bedroom £8million mansion near to the capital of Douglas after Reeves hiked taxes here...

Politics

8 d. ago Landlords face £40,000 fines if they break confusing new rules coming in next year. This is what you MUST know to avoid getting caught out

Landlords will face fines of up to £40,000 if they fall foul of new complicated rules - and experts warn even those who slip up unintentionally could face steep costs.

Economics

9 d. ago Map: Council tax winners and losers after government reveals funding

The plans have shifted funding towards more deprived areas

Politics

1 week ago How to avoid ‘holiday heart syndrome’ and other festive health concerns

An overload of holiday stress could lead to dangerous and deadly heart conditions, experts warn

Politics

1 week ago Air fryer warning as cleaning expert urges everyone to check appliance

Cleaning experts warn that failure to properly clean your air fryer after each use can lead to harmful mould growth with potential health implications

Events

1 week ago Air fryer and coffee machine health alerts as people told to make check

The interior of the air fryer, particularly the basket, can become a breeding ground for mould if not properly cleaned and dried after each use, experts warn

Society

1 week ago Boffins predict how virus with high fatality rate could trigger another Covid

A well-established virus with a high fatality rate is raising fears of a new pandemic, prompting experts to warn about the urgent need for strong public health measures

Events

1 week ago What are the inheritance tax changes for farmers and why are they angry about it?

Labour’s plan ensures an inheritance tax of 20 per cent is imposed on farmers’ agricultural assets worth more than £1 million

Politics

1 week ago Impact from strike by doctors will continue into January, experts warn

Officials have said the strike had come at the ‘worst time’ for the NHS amid rising flu cases and other winter illnesses.

Events

1 week ago Nicotine pouch use surges tenfold in five years, research reveals

Experts warn growing use of nicotine pouches is due to ‘heavy and indiscriminate’ marketing of products

Politics

1 week ago Treasury admits public sector workers ARE better off than private counterparts after Labour's bumper pay hikes

The striking conclusion emerged as Rachel Reeves begged pay bodies to show restraint in recommendations for next year.

Economics