£28bn UK Grid Upgrade to Add £30 to Annual Bills
Ofgem greenlights a £28bn upgrade to Britain's gas and electricity networks. The investment, funded via bills, aims to boost grid capacity but will add around £30 per year to household costs by 2031.
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Free Christmas events in London this weekend
Discover six completely free things to do in London this first December weekend, from lantern parades to festive bike rides and Christmas markets. Enjoy the season without spending a penny.
Essential Weekend Reads: Free Birth to Beatles
Discover six compelling Guardian stories including Free Birth Society investigation, changing Beatles perceptions, and Britain's disappearing living rooms. Perfect weekend reading.
Khan Vows to Protect London Free School Meals Funding
Mayor Sadiq Khan commits to safeguarding free school meals for all London primary pupils, saving families £500 per child yearly, despite a £19.2m budget gap.
Gas price surge drives Australian inflation crisis
New inflation data reveals how Russia's Ukraine invasion triggered an energy price shock, delivering windfall gas profits while households face soaring electricity bills. Discover the full impact.
Dividend Tax Rates to Increase by 2 Percentage Points
Chancellor Reeves announces a 2% dividend tax hike from April 2026, impacting investors and business owners. Learn how to protect your investments using ISAs and pensions.
Cash ISA limit slashed by £8,000 for under-65s
Chancellor Rachel Reeves cuts the tax-free Cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £12,000 for those under 65. Discover how this budget move impacts your savings and the economy.
Pensioners: Claim £441 Weekly with Attendance Allowance
Discover how state pensioners can receive up to £441 every four weeks through DWP's Attendance Allowance. Learn eligibility criteria and application tips for this tax-free benefit.
30-hour London queue for lifetime free chicken
Dedicated Londoners queued for over 30 hours, smashing records for a chance to win free Popeyes chicken sandwiches for life at the new London Bridge store opening.
Inflation Climbs to 3.8%, Energy Subsidies Hinted
Australian inflation rises to 3.8%, prompting Treasurer Jim Chalmers to consider extending electricity bill relief. Discover the latest economic pressures and government response.
Free Hot Chocolate in Central London This Winter
Get a complimentary hot chocolate in London's Fitzrovia this November and December. Discover festive workshops, gifts and experiences in the West End. Find dates and times here.
EU Court Rules Poland Must Recognise Same-Sex Marriages
The EU's top court has ruled that Poland must recognise a same-sex marriage conducted in Germany, affirming rights to family life across the bloc. Discover the implications.
NHS directed pregnant women to controversial Free Birth Society
Exclusive: NHS websites directed women to a factsheet promoting the Free Birth Society, linked to baby deaths. Discover the full investigation into this shocking breach of trust.
Tax-Free Aviation Fuel Makes Flying Cheaper Than Trains
Flight Free UK director reveals the shocking tax break that makes air travel artificially cheap compared to rail, despite being the most environmentally damaging transport.
Oxford Street car-free plans: New maps revealed
New Transport for London maps show how Oxford Street will become traffic-free, with 16 bus routes set to change. Have your say in the consultation before January 16.
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ISA limit may be cut to £12,000 in Budget
Savers urged to act as Cash ISA limits could be cut from £20,000 to £12,000 in Wednesday's Budget. Explore tax-free savings alternatives now.
Dancing: A free antidote to anxiety
Discover how one writer found a fun, free way to combat anxiety through spontaneous dancing at home. Learn the rules for 'dancing it out' to reclaim calm.
New Zealand adds feral cats to predator eradication list
New Zealand announces feral cats will join its Predator-Free 2050 strategy, aiming to protect native wildlife from 'stone-cold killers'. Learn about the controversial plan.
Free Bus Pass Age Rises to 67 from 2026
Elderly residents in England will wait until 67 for a free bus pass from 2026, aligning with the State Pension age change. Discover the impact and local authority options.
Lidl's free vegetable voucher for UK shoppers
Discover how Lidl Plus app users are getting free vegetables like potatoes. Learn how to activate the voucher and other ways to save on your weekly shop.
Experts condemn dangerous 'free birth' misinformation
Medical professionals warn against unassisted childbirth promoted online. Learn why experts call this trend 'life-threatening' and what expectant parents should know.
Free Birth Society Investigation: Key Safety Findings
Exclusive investigation into the Free Birth Society reveals alarming safety concerns and lack of medical oversight in unassisted childbirth movement. Essential reading for expectant parents.
Free London 2025 NYE Fireworks Viewing Spots
Discover the best free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve 2025 fireworks display. Plan your celebration and welcome the new year in style.
New Mexico Launches Universal Free Childcare
New Mexico becomes the first US state to offer free childcare for all families, a landmark victory achieved through years of grassroots campaigning by parents and teachers.
Meghan Markle's 'Bare-Faced' Cover Sparks Debate
Meghan Markle's makeup-free Harper's Bazaar cover hailed as 'brave', but for women with skin conditions like acne, the reality is different. Explore the double standard.
Energy price cap to rise by 0.2% this winter
Ofgem confirms a 0.2% energy price cap increase from January 1st. Discover how your electricity and gas bills will be affected and what you can do next.
No quick fix for high energy bills, minister says
Energy bills remain 35% above pre-war levels despite falling wholesale prices. Minister Michael Shanks insists there's 'no shortcut' to reducing costs as green transition continues. Read the latest.
No Shortcut to Lower Energy Bills, Minister Warns
Energy minister confirms significant bill reductions will take time as infrastructure costs rise. Discover why UK households face prolonged high costs despite falling wholesale prices.
No Shortcut to Lower Energy Bills, Minister Warns
Energy minister confirms households face prolonged high bills as renewable transition costs mount. No quick fix available despite falling wholesale gas prices.
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