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Bluey Toy Shortage Sparks UK Christmas Parent Panic

UK parents face a festive nightmare as the Bluey 'Keepy Uppy' playset sells out nationwide. Discover why this Australian cartoon character has become this year's impossible-to-find Christmas toy.

Golant Cornwall Property Prices Soar 66% in a Year

The tiny Cornish village of Golant, famed for its riverside charm and Daphne du Maurier links, is defying the national property trend with a staggering 66% price surge. Discover why this hidden haven is becoming Britain's most sought-after postcode.

Over 500,000 New Homes Blocked by English Councils

A damning new report uncovers that local councils in England have rejected plans for more than 500,000 new homes in the last five years, severely exacerbating the national housing shortage and pricing out a generation.

Barrister Sues Over Notting Hill Home's Flooded Basement

A high-flying barrister is taking legal action against the previous owner of her £4.5 million Notting Hill home after uncovering a shocking secret: the basement was catastrophically and permanently flooded, a fact she claims was deliberately concealed dur

Govt Cuts Red Tape to Boost Home Building

In a radical move to tackle the housing shortage, the Albanese government is axing bureaucratic hurdles for builders. New reforms will fast-track approvals, cut paperwork, and get construction crews on site faster to boost desperately needed supply.

Germany's Skills Shortage Crisis Deepens, Warns Hays

Europe's largest economy, Germany, is facing a severe skills shortage that is crippling its key industries and threatening its competitive edge, according to a major report from recruitment giant Hays.

UK New Home Building Plummets to Decade Low

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic collapse in UK housebuilding, with new home completions hitting their lowest level in over a decade, exacerbating the national housing crisis.

Labour's 'Workers Tax' Could Cost Families £1,600 Extra

Exclusive investigation reveals Labour's proposed 'Proportional Property Tax' could cripple average workers, with bills soaring up to £1,600 annually. Experts warn of devastating impact on family finances and rental markets.

UK rental market sees sharpest drop since COVID

The UK rental market is experiencing its steepest decline in new properties since the pandemic, with rising demand and shrinking supply pushing prices higher, according to RICS.

House listing warning: Can you spot the hidden problem?

A seemingly ordinary house listing has sparked warnings from property experts, highlighting a growing trend that could leave potential buyers frustrated. Discover the hidden problem and how to avoid falling into this trap.

Hanoi water crisis worsens amid heatwave

Residents of Vietnam's capital, Hanoi, are grappling with a critical water shortage as soaring temperatures and ageing infrastructure leave taps dry for days.

EU bans UK cheese imports over disease concerns

British cheese lovers may soon find their favourite Brie and Mozzarella in short supply as the EU bans imports over concerns about lumpy skin disease. Find out how this affects your cheese board.

Public asked to report hosepipe ban breaches amid drought

As hosepipe bans come into force across drought-hit regions, water companies are encouraging the public to report neighbours flouting the restrictions. Critics argue this approach fosters division, while suppliers defend it as necessary to conserve dwindl

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