UK state pensioners receiving the DWP's £300 winter fuel payment have been given a crucial tax update. An expert clarifies if the clawback pushes incomes into a higher tax bracket, affecting savings allowances.
Motorists face a £100 fine and up to nine penalty points for driving without due care in the rain. Essential safety tips to avoid penalties as UK weather warnings remain in place.
The owner of West Midlands Cars in Wednesbury has lost a planning appeal after inspectors agreed the unauthorised dealership caused parking chaos and safety issues for residents. Read the full story.
UK motorists warned they face a £1,000 fine and penalty points for driving with obscured windscreens in cold weather. Experts urge clearing all condensation before driving.
TikTok star Jordon Cox reveals the secret meaning behind Sainsbury's shelf labels. Learn how to crack the code and save money before prices rise.
Shoppers can slash their grocery bills by learning to read a hidden six-digit code on Tesco Clubcard Price tags. Discover how to spot when discounts are about to end.
HMRC is issuing revised tax codes midway through the 2025/26 tax year, impacting savers. Check your code now to avoid over or underpaying tax on your savings interest.
Staffordshire County Council filled 15.1% fewer potholes this year. Opposition blames Reform UK's roadworks ban, while the council promises long-term improvements.
The GCHQ Christmas Challenge 2025 is set for release on 10th September. Discover details about the code-breaking puzzles designed for all ages by the UK's intelligence agency.
A heating expert reveals the true meaning of numbers on your radiator valve. Adjusting to one specific setting can cut your annual bill by up to £180. Learn the simple trick today.
Three years after a major Highway Code update, drivers are warned they're dangerously misunderstanding new pedestrian priority rules at junctions and crossings. Learn the key changes.
Thousands overpay tax on pension withdrawals due to emergency codes. Learn how to check your status and claim your refund from HMRC ahead of the festive season.
As winter sets in, drivers are urged to remember two crucial Highway Code rules for safety. Rule 146 and Rule 148 are essential for navigating hazardous conditions. Read the full guide now.
HMRC issues a warning to UK workers about emergency tax codes like W1, M1, and X. Learn what your tax code means and how to check you're not overpaying.
Shoppers are snapping up real Christmas trees for a bargain £10.99 at Home Bargains. Discover the best festive tree deals from Tesco and Morrisons too.
State pensioners with a two-digit 'M1' tax code may be owed thousands in emergency tax refunds from HMRC. Learn how to check your code and claim back an average of £3,539.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 has announced its next steps. Find out where to see the festive lorry, get a free drink, and capture perfect holiday photos.
Tesco, Asda and Morrisons customers are being urged to learn a hidden three-digit code on fruit and veg to reduce food waste. Find out how to read the labels.
The Independent's guide to the UK's best festive markets features Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and Worcester Christmas Fayre. Discover dates, highlights, and what makes them special.
Motoring expert warns UK drivers that festive habits like loud music and unsafe tree transport could lead to huge fines and penalty points this Christmas. Stay safe and legal on the roads.
Nearly half of UK drivers don't know they must report hitting goats to police within 24 hours. Discover which animal collisions require immediate police notification under Highway Code Rule 286.
The RAC warns drivers face a £1,000 fine for incorrect fog light use. New research reveals over half of motorists use them at the wrong time. Learn how to stay safe.
Get the Shark CryoGlow LED anti-ageing face mask for £225 in the Black Friday sale. Use code EBSAVE10 to save an extra 10%. Target wrinkles & blemishes.
Discover the top spots to buy a high-quality real Christmas tree across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Open daily from 9am to 8pm. Find your festive centrepiece today!
UK state pensioners are urged to make a small £100 withdrawal first to avoid a costly emergency tax code from HMRC. Learn how to protect your retirement income.
Discover a little-known voucher code to get your annual boiler service completely free for 12 months with Ovo Energy, saving you £84 as cold weather sets in.
Massive Manuka Doctor Black Friday sale with up to 65% off genuine New Zealand Manuka honey. Use code BF25 for extra 25% discount on certified MGO-rated pots.
Shocking footage shows a delivery driver casually riding an e-bike down the M6 near Birmingham, forcing lorries to slow down. West Midlands Police are now aware of the illegal incident.
Discover why Fibonacci Day on 23 November celebrates the mathematical sequence found in sunflowers, art, and music. Explore the Golden Ratio's impact from Da Vinci to modern culture.
HMRC is using K tax codes to recover historic debts via PAYE, effectively creating a negative Personal Allowance for some UK workers. Discover what this means and how to check your payslip.