Asda Wins UK Pigs in Blankets Blind Taste Test
A festive blind taste test of supermarket pigs in blankets has revealed a surprise winner. Discover which budget option beat M&S and Waitrose to be crowned the best for your Christmas dinner.
A festive blind taste test of supermarket pigs in blankets has revealed a surprise winner. Discover which budget option beat M&S and Waitrose to be crowned the best for your Christmas dinner.
We taste-tested Christmas chocolate biscuit selection boxes from M&S, Tesco, Aldi and Morrisons to find the best. See the surprising winner and full results.
Birmingham City Council announces longer hours at all five household recycling centres from December 21 to January 31. Plan your visit and book online.
Conor Maynard posts a brutal TikTok swipe at The Traitors' Charlotte Chilton during their paternity row, as she recovers from brain surgery for trigeminal neuralgia.
The DVSA has issued a crucial reminder to learner drivers about the '16th fault rule' that could see you fail your test. Learn the key facts about major and minor faults ahead of the Christmas test period.
Shropshire Council warns residents after a fire extinguisher exploded in a bin lorry in Shifnal, putting crew at risk. Learn how to dispose of hazardous waste safely.
Walsall's new £32m Household Waste Recycling Centre, hailed as Europe's largest, is set to open in late January. Get the latest update on this future-proof facility.
A Coventry recycling plant urges residents to check council rules after festive contamination soars. Last year, a vape caused a fire and fairy lights halted machinery.
A taste test of eight supermarket cranberry sauces reveals the festive winner is the cheapest. Find out which jar scored top marks for flavour and value this Christmas.
Major new bin collection rules are set for 2026, requiring households to separate waste into four containers. Learn how the changes will affect you and boost recycling.
The government is banning third parties from booking driving tests to stop bots and touts exploiting learners. New rules aim to slash the huge waiting list.
A festive taste test reveals a supermarket mince pie that outshines Mr Kipling and M&S for flavour and value. Discover the budget-friendly winner for your Christmas table.
We taste-tested mince pies from seven major UK supermarkets against Mr Kipling. Discover which budget buy beat the famous brand and which one was overpriced.
DVLA data shows nearly 800,000 vehicles lacked a valid MOT in 2024, risking fines and invalid insurance. Experts urge drivers to book tests to ensure safety.
A festive taste test reveals which supermarket mince pies offer the best value and flavour. Lidl's budget offering triumphs over premium rivals. Read the full results and ratings.
Discover how common Norse heritage is in Britain and which surnames hold clues to Viking roots. A DNA test could reveal your family's history this Christmas.
Recycle your Christmas tree in Lincolnshire for a suggested £22 donation. St Barnabas Hospice's Tree-Cycle initiative collects trees from Jan 7-12, 2026, raising crucial funds for hospice at home care.
A new UK Deposit Return Scheme will pay households to return bottles and cans to supermarkets from 2027, aiming to slash litter and boost recycling. Find out how it works.
A determined learner driver has spent nearly £3,000 on 128 failed theory tests, while another passed on the 75th attempt. Discover the shocking statistics and expert advice for passing your driving tests.
North Wales Police banned seven drivers immediately after they failed roadside eyesight tests. Officers stopped over 320 vehicles as part of Operation Dark Night. Learn more about the crackdown and Cassie's Law.
A festive taste test pits Baileys against Aldi and Coole Swan Irish cream liqueurs. Discover which bottle scored highest for flavour, value and versatility this Christmas.
Motorists are urged to plan ahead as experts recommend budgeting £200 for potential repairs ahead of an MOT test. Learn how to prepare and why the test needs modernising.
The DVSA issues a stark warning to all drivers after MOT testers discover perilous defects, including seatbelts repaired with tape. It's every motorist's duty to ensure vehicle safety.
A man used a £27 MyHeritage DNA kit to find his birth family and trace his roots back to medieval nobility, including William the Conqueror. Discover how affordable tests are rewriting personal histories.
Tameside Council confirms festive bin collection dates for Christmas 2025. No brown bin collections from Dec 25 to Jan 7. Check your revised green, black, and blue bin days.
UK households with induction hobs are urged to spend 25p on a simple magnet check. Using incompatible pans wastes energy and increases bills. Expert reveals how to test your cookware.
Birmingham City Council confirms major waste service overhaul, including fortnightly rubbish collections and new food waste bins, will start in June 2026 regardless of ongoing strike action.
Birmingham City Council plans a new weekly food waste collection and second recycling bin from June 2026, aiming to boost recycling rates above 30% despite ongoing strikes.
Birmingham City Council unveils a multi-million pound overhaul of bin collections, introducing four bins and weekly food waste from June 2025 to boost recycling.
Birmingham City Council unveils a massive bins shake-up. From June 2026, households will get four bins for fortnightly collections and weekly food waste pickups. Get the full list of changes and dates.