Retailers Accuse Chancellor of Ruining Christmas Sales
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism as high street sales slump post-Budget. Retailers report disastrous December with 'bleak' outlook into January. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism as high street sales slump post-Budget. Retailers report disastrous December with 'bleak' outlook into January. Read the full analysis.
Advanced weather maps show a major winter blast bringing up to four inches of snow across the UK on December 30, impacting millions. See the full forecast and timeline here.
Experts argue that focusing on intent allows racism to flourish in British politics, as seen with Nigel Farage. Read why passivity is complicity.
Discover the UK's top boxing betting sites for odds, promos & apps. Get expert picks for the Joshua vs Paul fight and learn how to bet responsibly.
A woman named Saturday Morning Cooks reveals the constant struggle of convincing people her unique name is genuine. Discover the challenges of unconventional names in the UK.
New research uncovers the UK's most sought-after postcodes where properties sell up to 30 days faster than average. Discover the top locations for security, schools, and lifestyle.
Discover Hotel Pelirocco in Brighton, the UK's coolest city. This unique boutique hotel offers 19 wildly themed rooms, a vibrant bar, and a very playful room service menu for an unforgettable stay.
UK retail sales fell unexpectedly by 0.1% in November, with Black Friday discounts failing to boost spending. Supermarket sales dropped for the fourth consecutive month. Read the full analysis.
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
UK retail sales fell for a second month, with analysts blaming Chancellor Rachel Reeves for denting consumer confidence. Discover the full impact on the crucial Christmas 'golden quarter'.
The Fry Awards 2025 unveil Britain's best fish and chip takeaways and restaurants. Discover if your local chippy made the prestigious list. See the winners now!
Married At First Sight UK star Rebecca Fenney has gone Instagram official with Liverpool footballer Lily Woodham, weeks after her split from TV husband Bailey Smith. Discover her journey to a new love.
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
UK farmers protest Labour's new 20% 'tractor tax' on agricultural assets over £1m. Industry warns it threatens farm viability and future food production. Read the full report.
Electronics retailer Currys reports adjusted pre-tax profits more than doubled to £22m, driven by AI technology and major game launches. Read the full analysis.
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
US Black Friday sales soared to a record $11.8bn online despite economic uncertainty, prompting President Trump to hail the 'Trump Bump'. Discover the full retail analysis.
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
US retail sales saw a slight 0.2% rise in September, indicating resilient consumer spending despite economic pressures. Discover the key trends shaping the economy.
US retail sales saw a slight 0.2% increase in September, indicating resilient consumer spending despite economic pressures. Discover the key economic drivers and potential impacts.
Walmart upgrades its annual forecast after a surge in high-income shoppers and online sales fuels record quarterly revenue. Discover how the retail giant is thriving.
Self-employed workers and landlords earning over £50,000 must prepare for HMRC's Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, requiring quarterly digital updates from April 2026. Learn how to adapt.
The Works reports a slight sales dip as online trade plummets 36%, overshadowing strong store performance. Bosses remain 'pleased' with strategic progress. Read the full update.
HMRC is sitting on £1.5 billion in unclaimed tax refunds - discover if you're among the millions owed money and how to claim your cash before it's too late.
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is preparing a blizzard of tax increases targeting wealthy estates and middle earners, with inheritance tax reforms and capital gains adjustments on the table. Meanwhile, horse racing escapes gambling reforms in what critics call