Community
DfT confirms £1,000 fines in new crackdown on illegal number plates
The Department for Transport has confirmed a nationwide crackdown on illegal number plates, with fines up to £1,000, targeting drivers and organised crime gangs under Andy Burnham's government.
Business
Cardiff Capital Region signs £28bn National Wealth Fund partnership
The Cardiff Capital Region has entered a strategic partnership with the UK Government's £28bn National Wealth Fund to boost investment, infrastructure and high-value jobs across south-east Wales.
Culture
M&S Colin Caterpillar baubles drop to 90p each in clever deal
M&S Five Pack Colin the Caterpillar Christmas baubles cost £20, but with TopCashback's £15 bonus plus cashback, shoppers pay just £4.50 — 90p per bauble.
Politics
BCC urges DWP to scrap pension triple lock for inflation-only rise
The British Chambers of Commerce has called on Chancellor John Healey to replace the state pension triple lock with an inflation-only increase, a change that could save the Treasury £3.3billion over two years.
Sport
Health
State Pension Double Payments in September 2026 for Some
State pensioners with NI numbers ending 40-59 or 60-79 get two £965 payments in September 2026 due to five Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Free BBC TV Licences confirmed for Pension Credit claimants
Free BBC TV Licences remain available to over-75s receiving Pension Credit under Prime Minister Andy Burnham, with Lisa Nandy reappointed as Culture Secretary.
DWP Attendance Allowance age rises with State Pension changes
Attendance Allowance eligibility rises as State Pension age increases to 67 between 2026 and 2028. Born after 6 March 1961? Age is now 67.
UK households eligible for £150 DWP Warm Home Discount named
DWP will issue £150 Warm Home Discount automatically to eligible UK households' electricity accounts from October 2026. Check qualifying benefits and supplier list.
Carer loses six-and-a-half stone for disabled daughter
Sara Matthewson, 51, from Northfield, lost six-and-a-half stone with Slimming World to stay healthy for her disabled daughter Sophie, dropping from 21st 8lbs to 15st 1lb.
British History Quiz: Test Your Knowledge
From the Battle of Hastings to Henry VIII and the Gunpowder Plot, journey through British history. Challenge yourself with these questions on kings, queens and great events.
