Essential garden tasks to avoid rats this winter
Experts warn of a 'winter of rats' in the UK. Follow this essential advice on securing bins, sealing gardens, and using natural deterrents to protect your home from rodent infestations.
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Help to Save Made Permanent, Eligibility Expands
The government's Help to Save scheme is now permanent, with eligibility expanding from 2028. Up to 1.5 million more low-income households could get a 50% bonus on savings.
Cold Weather Payments: £25 bonus for six DWP benefits
Households on six key DWP benefits could receive a £25 Cold Weather Payment this week as temperatures plummet. Find out if your postcode qualifies for the automatic energy bill help.
HMRC confirms more DWP claimants eligible for £1,200 savings
HMRC has announced its Help to Save scheme is permanent and expanding, making 1.5 million more low-income families eligible for a £1,200 savings boost from April 2028.
Apply Now for Free Heating Grants in Staffordshire
Staffordshire households earning under £36,000 could qualify for free heating upgrades worth up to £30,000 this winter under the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme. Apply now to improve your home's energy efficiency.
DWP claimants can get £1,200 HMRC bonus
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the Help to Save scheme is now permanent, offering Universal Credit claimants a 50% bonus on savings, up to £1,200. Learn how to apply.
Key January Gardening Jobs for a Head Start on Spring
Don't let the cold stop you! Our guide reveals the crucial pruning, sowing, and maintenance tasks to tackle in January for a thriving garden this spring. Get your tools ready.
Grow These 6 Herbs Indoors for Fresh Flavours
Discover the six easiest herbs to grow indoors for a constant supply of fresh cooking ingredients. Get expert tips on light, watering, and the perfect compost for a thriving kitchen garden.
Asda's £1 Winter Warmer Deal Returns for Over-60s
Asda urges shoppers aged 60+ to spend just £1 for soup, bread & unlimited hot drinks in its cafes. The initiative runs until end of February to combat winter financial pressures.
How to recover from Christmas debt, Citizens Advice guide
Struggling with post-Christmas debt? Citizens Advice offers a vital 5-step plan for UK households to regain financial control, from budgeting to the Breathing Space scheme. Get help now.
Don't Throw Away Fallen Leaves, Expert Warns
Gardening expert Helen Hutchings Cox reveals four clever ways to use autumn leaves to boost your garden's health. Discover how to create free mulch and leafmould.
£150 energy bill discount for millions of UK households
Millions of UK households are seeing a £150 discount on energy bills this winter via the expanded Warm Home Discount scheme. Find out if you qualify and what to do.
Pigeons cause 'very destructive' damage to UK winter gardens
The Royal Horticultural Society warns pigeons are damaging winter crops. Experts reveal homemade repellents using scents like peppermint and garlic to deter them.
Leave Cranberries for Birds This Christmas, UK Urged
UK households are asked to leave cranberries off their Christmas plates to help garden birds survive the frosty winter. Experts reveal festive foods to share and avoid.
Sainsbury's Free Christmas Food Giveaway Details
Sainsbury's is giving away free surplus fruit and vegetables on Christmas Eve to support families and cut food waste. Find out how to get involved.
Herts RAF Veteran Calls for Christmas Messages to Veterans
RAF veteran Barrie Griffiths urges Hertfordshire residents to post messages of support for veterans this Christmas via Help for Heroes. Small gestures can combat loneliness.
Naturalist's 12 Days of Christmas Bird Count on Chat Moss
Local naturalist Dave Steele reimagines the festive song with birds spotted on Lancashire's Chat Moss. Discover the surprising swaps from turtle doves to willow tits.
Tottenham & Samaritans launch mental health campaign
Tottenham Hotspur releases a powerful film with Samaritans to encourage fans to seek help. New research reveals 58% of those struggling are reluctant to ask for support.
Junior Doctors Strike: NHS Midlands Issues Urgent Public Advice
NHS Midlands urges public to use 111 for urgent medical help as junior doctors begin a five-day strike. Health Secretary's offer rejected. Key festive period impacted.
Gtech Cordless Garden Tools Review: Worth the Price?
A hands-on review of Gtech's cordless lawnmower, hedge trimmer, and grass edger. We tested them in a real garden to see if the performance matches the premium price tag.
£150 Warm Home Discount Reaches Millions This Winter
Over three million more UK households now qualify for a £150 winter energy bill discount under expanded government rules. Find out if you're eligible for the vital cost-of-living support.
Volunteer from Wrexham speaks with King Charles
A Lloyds Banking Group volunteer from Wrexham discussed the power of employee volunteering with King Charles at Windsor Castle. The event previewed a major UK volunteering weekend in June 2025.
£325 Water Bill Help for Those on Six DWP Benefits
Over 260,000 households save £325 on average via WaterSure. See if you qualify for the bill cap on Universal Credit, Pension Credit & other benefits.
Illegal Slug Pellets Could Land UK Households a Fine
UK households warned to check garden sheds for banned metaldehyde slug pellets. Storing or using them is now illegal and could result in a fine. Check and dispose safely.
Martin Lewis explains £600 Help to Save bonus
Martin Lewis highlights the government's Help to Save scheme, offering a £600 tax-free bonus for low-income savers. Find out if you're eligible and how it works.
Save Your Garden from Winter Flooding Damage
Winter's heavy rain can drown gardens. Award-winning designer Tom Massey shares six practical, expert tips to improve drainage, choose resilient plants, and prevent waterlogging.
West Midlands Garden Centre's Huge Christmas Section & Café
Explore Bournville Garden Centre's festive transformation near Cadbury World. Discover a huge Christmas section and cosy café serving a special festive afternoon tea until 30 December.
£70 Christmas Vouchers for Wakefield Households
Wakefield Council is distributing £70 supermarket vouchers to pensioners and £50 to families via the Household Support Fund to ease the festive financial burden. Learn who is eligible and how to avoid scams.
Help to Grow Programme Returns for South Wales SMEs
Swansea University invites South Wales SME leaders to join the government-funded Help to Grow management programme in Jan 2026. Boost your business strategy and growth. Apply now.
Islington Pensioners Can Apply for £200 Household Support
Islington residents receiving Pension Credit can apply for a £200 one-off payment from the Household Support Fund. This is in addition to the £10 DWP Christmas Bonus. Apply now as funds are limited.
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