UK Hedge Cutting Legal Rights: Can I Trim My Neighbour's Hedge?
Learn your legal rights when a neighbour's hedge overgrows into your garden. UK rules on trimming, boundaries, and avoiding disputes explained.
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Council Trials Senior Parking Bays for Elderly Drivers
The City of Stirling in Perth has introduced novel senior parking spaces for elderly drivers who don't qualify for disability permits, trialling 20 bays across 10 community venues.
Truck dumps waste outside shop in fly-tipping capital
CCTV captures a truck dumping garden waste, concrete, and rubble outside Hydro Bros in Croydon. Owner Steve Wong paid £1,500 to clear it overnight. Croydon is England's fly-tipping capital with 50,000 incidents in 2024-2025.
Private School to Name and Shame Parents Over Parking
Carleton House Preparatory School in Liverpool will publish names of parents parking illegally after resident complaints, with photographic evidence required.
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67 Dog Breeds at Risk of UK Ban Including Corgis and Dachshunds
Potential new UK legislation could ban 67 dog breeds, including shih tzus, corgis, and dachshunds, due to selective breeding concerns.
NCP Chasing Unpaid Parking Fines After Administration
NCP, which fell into administration in March, continues to enforce parking fines. It collected £402,000 in its first month and has a backlog of nearly 100,000 unpaid notices.
Police Storage Overwhelmed by Seized Illegal Cigarettes and Vapes
Australian police struggle to store massive seizures of illegal cigarettes and vapes as destruction costs soar, with secure facilities at capacity and illicit trade costing billions in lost excise.
Fabric Conditioner Trick to Repel Dust from Skirting Boards
Learn how fabric conditioner can be used as a dust repellent for skirting boards. A simple DIY spray keeps dust away for weeks, leaving a fresh scent.
NSW Rental Taskforce: 30 No-Grounds Eviction Breaches
The NSW rental taskforce identified 30 breaches of no-grounds eviction laws, fining landlords $65,450. Most cases involved re-letting during exclusion periods. Tenants' Union welcomes stronger regulation.
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800 Historic Tartan Samples Gifted to Nation
An 'exceptional' archive of almost 800 historic tartan samples, some over 200 years old, has been donated to National Museums Scotland by the great-great grandson of the founder of J&D Paton.
Prince William to Sell 20% of Duchy of Cornwall for £500m
The Prince of Wales plans to sell 20% of the Duchy of Cornwall over the next decade, raising £500 million to address housing and nature crises.
Cheshire Airbnb Party House Shut Down After Neighbour Complaints
A wealthy accountant's £1.2m Cheshire home, used as a luxury Airbnb for hen parties, has been ordered to close after neighbours complained of constant noise and disruption.
Walsall 'mega-shed' fury: homes shaken, sunlight blocked
Residents in Walsall say a huge 90,000sqm commercial unit being built at the end of their gardens is causing noise, vibrations, and property damage, devaluing homes.
UK Councils Confirm Which Bin Dog Poo Goes In
Wondering where to dispose of dog poo in the UK? Councils warn against using food or garden bins. Check your local authority's rules to avoid bin rejection.
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Pensacola Beach: World's Best, Affordable Homes
Pensacola Beach, Florida, was voted the world's best beach by Condé Nast Traveler. With average home values $100,000 below the national average, it's attracting new residents.
Honest Guide to Essex: Best and Worst Commuter Towns
Sybilla Hart shares her honest guide to Essex, from the unhappy town of Braintree to hidden gems like Bures and Coggeshall.
Queensland Premier Concedes Stafford Byelection
Queensland premier concedes Stafford seat. Chalmers says indexation would cost $250bn. Taylor defends One Nation defections, claims welfare savings.
Eden Project Co-Founder: Rip Up Asphalt for Gardens
Tim Smit, co-founder of the Eden Project, calls on councils to replace asphalt with community gardens, inspiring youth to grow vegetables and host farmers' markets.
Flooring Mistakes That Ruin Your Home's Look, Expert Says
Interior expert Jordana Ashkenazi reveals common flooring mistakes that make homes look cheap or dated, from skimping on real wood to choosing ultra-gloss tiles.
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Prettiest Village in England: No New Houses Since 1600s
Discover Castle Combe, an untouched Cotswolds village named 'prettiest in England' with cobbled streets, medieval buildings, and no new houses built since the 1600s.
Martin Lewis: £1,500 council tax savings for DWP claimants
Martin Lewis urges benefit claimants to check council tax support, potentially saving up to £1,500. Application is separate from benefits.
DWP Offers Tarot Card Reading Course for Job Seekers
The National Careers Service is offering a tarot card reading course for job seekers, sparking criticism from MPs who question its employment value.
Jagger and Clapton Win Battle to Stop Thames Tower
Mick Jagger and Eric Clapton lead successful fight against a 29-storey tower on the Thames. Planning inspector rules the development 'just tall' and harmful.
Lady Louise Windsor Works as Concierge at Royal Horse Show
Lady Louise Windsor works as a paid concierge at the Royal Windsor Horse Show, helping her father, Prince Edward, while King Charles mourns a soldier's death.
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Parents spend £400 on tutors amid school strikes
Furious parents of girls at Connaught School for Girls are paying £400-a-month for private tutors after 45 days of strikes since 2022 by NEU teachers, disrupting GCSE preparations.
Martin: Housing Costs Still Too High in Ireland
Taoiseach Micheal Martin acknowledges housing costs remain too high for many in Ireland, despite 177,000 new units since 2020. He outlines plans for 10,000 social homes annually.
Windsor May Exempt Gas Ban for Costco
Windsor, California, considers exempting its gas station ban to attract Costco, which offers cheaper fuel. Critics say the ban stifles competition.
Pet Items Banned from Recycling Under New Rules
England's Simpler Recycling scheme bans pet food pouches, bedding, toys, and more from recycling bins. Check local rules to avoid collection issues.
60 Post Office branches at risk in TG Jones restructuring
Fears grow that up to 60 Post Office counters could close as TG Jones, owner of former WH Smith stores, proposes restructuring that may shutter 150 shops.
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SC County Rejects Mosque Amid Traffic, Sharia Fears
Lancaster County Council in South Carolina voted against a mosque permit after a heated hearing dominated by traffic complaints and references to Sharia law, despite planning staff recommending approval.
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