£100 parking fine for man buying slippers for dying father
A man was hit with a £100 fine over a faulty ticket machine while buying slippers for his terminally ill father. He's now taking the car park firm to court.
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Birmingham road fines drivers even after paying
Bromford Walk in Great Barr is issuing £100 fines via an ANPR camera within moments of parking, even when drivers pay for a ticket. Local businesses report losing customers.
£100 Pizza Hut parking fine despite paying ticket
A Birmingham man was charged £100 after parking at Pizza Hut in Great Barr, despite his wife paying for a ticket. Discover how ANPR cameras are causing outrage for local customers.
New UK Taxi Licence Rules: National Standards Set
The UK government announces new national minimum standards for taxi and private hire vehicle licensing to strengthen passenger safety. Learn how this crackdown affects you.
Teacher faked cancer and death, still teaching children
Lara Simpson, struck off for faking cancer and her own death, is reportedly still teaching children privately. Discover the shocking details of her elaborate deception.
59 taxi firms condemn Labour's 20% VAT 'taxi tax'
A planned 20% VAT on private hire vehicles faces a major backlash, with warnings it will disproportionately impact elderly, disabled, and rural passengers. Read the united call to scrap the tax.
£2.5m film and TV boost for Cornwall
A new £2.5m equity scheme is set to transform film and high-end TV production in Cornwall, creating jobs and showcasing the region's unique identity. Discover the impact.
Boots £29 Vitamin B12 Service Launches in 145 Stores
Boots has launched a new £29 Vitamin B12 injection service across 145 UK stores to help customers manage nutrient deficiencies and boost energy levels.
Six New Rental Laws Transform Tenant Rights in England
The Renters' Rights Act becomes law, banning Section 21 evictions and introducing major protections for England's 11 million tenants. Discover how the rental landscape has changed.
Slipknot sells music catalogue for $120 million
Nu metal titans Slipknot have sold a majority stake in their back catalogue to HarbourView Equity Partners in a deal valuing their work at $120 million. Discover the details of this major music industry transaction.
Amir Qureshi Joins Champions (UK) plc as MD
Champions (UK) plc strengthens its leadership with Amir Qureshi as Managing Partner for The NED Advisor and Board Champions, enhancing board and investor services.
Wales children's care costs soar despite profit ban
Welsh councils reveal children's care costs have doubled after profit elimination policy drove providers away. Authorities face £400m budget shortfall and service cuts.
Banks offer 95% mortgages for new-build homes
NatWest and Barclays announce major policy shift offering 95% LTV mortgages on new-build properties, a move experts call 'reckless' and a risk for negative equity.
No-Fault Evictions End in England from May 2026
Historic Renters' Rights Act becomes law on 1 May 2026, banning Section 21 evictions and protecting 11 million tenants across England. Discover your new rights.
Pension cap to hit private sector workers hardest
Thousands of UK private sector workers earning over £40,000 face retirement losses exceeding £20,000 under Labour's proposed salary sacrifice cap. Discover how this policy change could impact your pension pot.
New £20k-£200k equity fund opens for Cornwall
The Beacon Fund is now accepting applications, offering £20,000 to £200,000 in equity investment to fill a critical funding gap for ambitious start-ups in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
Autumn Budget VAT Raid Could Target Taxi Drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget may impose VAT on private hire fares, risking a 20% price hike. Industry experts warn this could devastate the sector and reduce cab usage. Read the full analysis.
Book Private Scans Without GP Referral
Patients can now book private MRI and CT scans directly online without a GP referral, receiving results in days instead of waiting for NHS appointments. Learn more.
New Parking Rules Transform UK Roads & Fines
Major changes to parking regulations are coming into force across Britain, affecting private car parks, council enforcement and pavement parking. Discover how these updates could impact your daily commute and parking costs.
Reeves targets 'ghost children' in £1.4bn school reform
Labour's Shadow Chancellor unveils ambitious plan to tackle the attendance crisis, fund mental health support in schools, and scrap 'outdated' VAT breaks for private schools to create a fairer education system.
Inflexion Backs Welsh Business Growth Surge
Discover how Inflexion's strategic investments are transforming Wales' business landscape, creating jobs and driving unprecedented growth across multiple sectors.
Mother campaigns for Army mental health reform after son's suicide
The grieving mother of Private Sean Binnie launches a powerful campaign demanding immediate mental health reforms within the British Army following her son's tragic death.
Conor Maynard slams Charlotte Chilton in social media row
Pop sensation Conor Maynard has publicly slammed Charlotte Chilton after she shared private messages, calling her actions 'utterly disgusting' in a dramatic online confrontation that's gone viral.
Investors target lower league football clubs
Private equity firms and wealthy investors are shifting their focus from Premier League giants to England's lower league football clubs, spotting untapped potential and better value in the EFL.
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