Pension savers face £26,000 yearly shortfall
Experts warn of a stark mismatch between retirement expectations and reality, with a typical pension pot falling £26,000 short annually of a comfortable income. Discover the urgent calls for reform.
Experts warn of a stark mismatch between retirement expectations and reality, with a typical pension pot falling £26,000 short annually of a comfortable income. Discover the urgent calls for reform.
Sainsbury's has issued an urgent food recall for a popular lamb product due to undeclared milk. Customers with a milk allergy are warned not to eat it and to return it for a full refund.
Rachel Reeves's minimum wage increase delivers a hidden pensions windfall, potentially adding tens of thousands to retirement pots for low-paid workers across the UK.
Waitrose urgently recalls TINC Festive Santa Bottle due to a serious choking risk for young children. The straw can disintegrate. Return product for a full refund.
A Department for Work and Pensions manager from Anglesey has been sentenced for running a fraudulent tobacco operation. Discover the full story and the court's ruling.
Eight officers from Durham Constabulary suspended pending investigation into alleged misconduct during off-duty holiday in Spain. The force's professional standards department is leading the probe.
Tesco has urgently recalled three popular pâté products due to a microbiological risk. Customers are warned not to eat them and to return for a full refund.
A new study reveals Gen Z's ambitious retirement visions of global travel and new hobbies, but a knowledge gap in pension planning threatens their future. Discover the data and expert advice.
The DVLA has cancelled thousands of driving licences for failing eyesight standards. New rules for over-70s could bring mandatory vision tests. Learn your legal obligations.
We reveal the latest Food Standards Agency hygiene scores for every Greggs bakery in Birmingham. Find out how clean your local shop is and what the ratings mean.
A Sandwell shop stripped of its licence for selling illegal alcohol, vapes and Viagra has applied for a new permit. The council will decide on 6 January.
UK police can now revoke driving licences on the spot if motorists fail a simple roadside vision test. Experts urge drivers to get regular eye checks to stay safe and legal.
Waitrose urgently recalls No1 Deeside water bottles due to possible glass fragments. Check batch codes for Nov/Dec 2027 dates. Do not consume, return for full refund.
Every McDonald's restaurant in Birmingham has achieved the highest possible food hygiene rating of 5, according to the latest Food Standards Agency data. See the full list and inspection dates.
The Food Standards Agency has issued urgent recalls for mince pies, cakes, and frozen items due to undeclared allergens and salmonella. Check your cupboards now.
Rochdale Borough celebrates a year of triumphs, from gold medals at North West in Bloom to major regeneration projects and vital community support. Discover the highlights of 2025.
Don't risk food poisoning this festive season. Follow official FSA guidance on safely storing, freezing, and reheating your Christmas turkey leftovers to enjoy them for days.
More than 50 Walsall food businesses received the lowest hygiene scores in 2025, with five rated zero. See the full list of outlets and what the ratings mean for public safety.
Drivers over 70 could be banned from driving if they fail to attend a compulsory eye test under new government road safety plans. Learn about the proposals and expert reactions.
The NHS and Food Standards Agency warn cooked Christmas turkey is safe for only two days in the fridge. Learn the rules to avoid food poisoning and how to safely freeze leftovers.
Thousands of UK part-time workers will qualify for workplace pensions from April 2026, needing just 15 hours a week. Discover how the rising National Living Wage boosts retirement savings.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major pay rise for millions of UK workers, with the National Living Wage increasing to £12.71 per hour from April 2026. Find out how much extra you'll get.
Next urgently recalls Cora 5LT Flush Ceiling Light after safety watchdog warns glass globes may detach and fall. Customers told to stop use immediately and return for full refund.
Tesco urgently recalls 'Free From' Christmas cupcakes due to undeclared milk. Customers with allergies warned not to eat. Return product for full refund.
A popular Wet n Wild eyeliner sold at Boots has been urgently recalled due to a serious chemical risk. Find out the batch details and how to get a refund.
Tesco urgently recalls Free From Christmas Chocolate Cupcakes due to undeclared milk. Shoppers with allergies must return product for a full refund. Full details and FSA notice inside.
Labour government plans force councils to impose strict parking limits on new homes, sparking a 'war on drivers' row. Read the full details and reactions.
A One Stop shop in Wolverhampton has been hit with a £52,000 penalty after illicit cigarettes and vapes were sold and found hidden under a bed. Read the full investigation details.
A popular viral chocolate treat has been urgently recalled due to undeclared peanuts. The Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies not to eat the product. Check your cupboards now.
Asda has urgently recalled specific George at Home cushions sold since 2023 due to a potential fire hazard. Customers are urged to return items for a full refund.