Farm Inheritance Tax Threshold Raised to £2.5m
The government has tripled the inheritance tax threshold for farmland to £2.5m following pressure. Critics say it doesn't go far enough to protect family farms. Read the full story.
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26 UK areas on yellow alert for Christmas Day winds
The Met Office has issued a 20-hour yellow weather warning for Christmas Day, warning of strong winds and potential power disruptions across 26 areas in South West England and Wales. Find the full list here.
New Year's Eve Snow Alert: -6C 'Beast from the East'
Dramatic weather maps forecast a return of the 'Beast from the East' with snow and -6C wind chill for eastern England on New Year's Eve. Get the latest UK forecast and travel warnings.
Labour U-turns on inheritance tax threshold for farmers
The government raises the IHT threshold for farmers to £2.5m, a policy U-turn experts warn inflates land prices and benefits wealthy investors over family farms. Read the full analysis.
Inheritance Tax Rise for Farmers Watered Down
The UK government has revised its inheritance tax plans for farmers after protests. The new rules allow couples to pass on up to £5m. Find out what changed.
Met Office warns of 'noticeable' UK weather change
The Met Office forecasts a significant turn to colder, windier conditions from 1st January. Find out what the New Year weather shift means for you.
Public Consultation Opens for Bala Wind Farm Project
A public consultation has begun for the proposed Foel Fach Wind Farm near Bala. The 72MW project could power 68,000 homes and features an £8,000/MW community fund. Have your say by February 9th.
Tekmar wins €8m offshore wind contract, outlook improves
County Durham's Tekmar Group secures an €8m contract for a major UK offshore wind farm, boosting its order backlog to £29m. CEO Richard Turner says the firm is on a much stronger footing than a year ago. Read the full update.
Man dies after falling overboard from yacht in Channel
A man has died after falling from a vessel off the Sussex coast. Coastguard led a major search operation after the incident near the Rampion Wind Farm. Read the latest details.
Third Major Floating Wind Farm for Celtic Sea Confirmed
The Crown Estate confirms Ocean Winds for a third 1.5GW floating offshore wind farm in the Celtic Sea, boosting UK energy security and creating thousands of jobs. Discover the impact.
Upper Ogmore Wind Farm: Public Consultation Launched
National Grid invites Ogmore Valley communities to share views on connecting a new 25MW wind farm to South Wales' electricity network. Have your say until January 5, 2026.
Shine Portable Wind Turbine Review: Off-Grid Power
Review of the Shine portable wind turbine, a compact device for harvesting clean energy outdoors. Discover its pros, cons, and potential for UK campers seeking reliable power.
Storm Claudia brings 30mph winds to Midlands
Storm Claudia batters the UK with 30mph winds and amber rain warnings. Stay informed on travel disruption and safety advice for the Midlands.
North East offshore wind sector demands infrastructure upgrades
Leading offshore wind companies in the North East are calling for critical improvements to ports and infrastructure to capitalise on renewable energy opportunities and create thousands of jobs.
Reeves scraps onshore wind ban in energy revolution
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces immediate scrapping of Tory onshore wind restrictions, promising cheaper energy and 100,000 new jobs in radical planning overhaul.
Reeves ends 50-year wind farm ban in energy shake-up
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces immediate end to England's de facto ban on onshore wind farms, promising faster approvals and cheaper energy bills as part of Labour's growth mission.
Hull's £63m Wind Factory to Create 300 Jobs
Major investment in Hull will establish state-of-the-art offshore wind manufacturing facility, boosting UK's renewable energy capabilities and creating hundreds of skilled jobs.
ITV cancels Fletcher's Family Farms in schedule shake-up
ITV abruptly pulls Liz Earle's farming series Fletcher's Family Farms after just one season, leaving fans devastated and questioning the future of rural programming.
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