3 h. ago UK households urged to soak flowers in vases in 80p liquid immediately

Cut flowers sitting in vases are at risk of dying early as the overbearing heat threatens to shorten their life-span - that's unless you take extra precautions

Politics

19 h. ago Households warned to put sheet of A4 paper in fridge before Saturday

As the hot weather continues across the UK, households are being urged to use a simple A4 paper trick in their fridge to avoid a 'costly' mistake

Events

28 h. ago UK households told to make urgent watering change to gardens this week

While the hot weather is great for those who want to sit outside and enjoy it - it's not as great for outdoor plants, and gardeners should change this one gardening habit during the heatwave

Politics

39 h. ago UK households urged not to dry clothes outdoors during heatwave this weekend

A warning has been issued to anyone suffering from hay fever

Society

4 d. ago 'Best place' to put peace lily in homes to keep plants happy and flowering

Peace lilies are a popular houseplant, but many people struggle to get them to flower. A gardening expert has shared the 'best location' to place a peace lily to ensure it blooms beautiful flowers

Politics

5 d. ago UK households urged to plant three flowers if they suffer with common allergy

Summer has finally arrived, but so has the hay fever season - but thanks to gardening experts, it can all now be solved by planting these three beautiful flowers.

Politics

7 d. ago UK households urged to remove 3 items from garden to stop influx of ants

Gardening experts have shared the most effective and harmless way to get rid of ants and other insects by naming the three most common items people tend to overlook.

Politics

8 d. ago Households urged to move plants away from windows before 29C heatwave

Gardening experts have shared some of their most crucial tip for keen plant lovers ahead of the summer heatwave set to hit this weekend - and how to keep your plants alive for longer

Society

8 d. ago Lanarkshire parents reminded they could be eligible for extra payments over school holidays

National advice agency Advice Direct Scotland is urging households to check if they qualify for support before schools break up for the summer later this month.

Politics

9 d. ago Households urged to take action to prevent 2 pests from eating garden strawberries

Thanks to gardening expert and writer Simon Akeroyd, your fresh strawberries and other produce will remain untouched from unwanted pests by doing this simple DIY task.

Politics

9 d. ago Martin Lewis issues warning to 300,000 UK households over hot water from end of June

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has issued a warning to over 300,000 households across the UK over their electricity meters - with people urged to act fast

Events

1 week ago Households with toilet roll in bathroom urged to make simple change to save cash

The average household spends £428 a year on loo roll, but you could cut this figure down significantl, here's how

Politics

1 week ago UK households urged to mix 35p kitchen staple with soap to banish flies

If you're being plagued by flies this summer, no need to pull out the fly swatter just yet - household experts have shared a cheap and nifty trick to keep them far away from your home

Politics

1 week ago UK households urged to dissolve 54p tablet in water and feed to certain plants

Gardening can be a massive headache when your plants are struggling - fortunately this easy hack involving one popular tablet will have them growing bigger and healthier

Politics

1 week ago Gardeners urged to plant 12 flowers now to banish insects from your home

To avoid dealing with the annoying mosquitoes this summer, gardening experts have named the 12 plants that will help you keep any insects away from your outdoor spaces - and it works.

Politics

1 week ago Urgent fridge warning to UK households over 'concerning' trend

The organisation of your fridge might not be a priority, but experts say it should be

Events

1 week ago Household Support Fund 2025: UK families urged to apply for cost of living support payment before deadlines

Many councils are offering one-off payments — check what you could get where you live 🧾

Economics

2 w. ago Octopus Energy issues urgent warning to households which will see meters deactivated this month

The equipment which broadcasts the signal will be switched off on 30 June – which will affect more than 600,000 customers

Events

2 w. ago Martin Lewis urges 'four checks' for anyone paying Council Tax as UK households could be owed thousands

There are four reasons why you might be owed thousands back from Council Tax, according to Martin Lewis

Economics

2 w. ago UK households urged to mow lawns at 2 specific times of day in June

Gardening tasks are now becoming more important as the summer months and warmer temperatures start to kick in - do you know when are the best times to mow the lawn?

Society