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Thousands of cash-poor pensioners could be trapped in a mounting debt spiral under Labour’s new property tax plans, personal finance experts warn. The proposed “mansion tax” – officially branded as a high-value council tax … Read More

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Sainsbury’s Bank is set to close all remaining customer accounts by Monday, marking the final phase of the transition following its sale to NatWest. Previously, credit card holders were moved over on October 3, and loan … Read More

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The UK is gearing up for three consecutive days of snowstorms, as wintry weather spreads across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Forecasts indicate that up to 22 counties across these four nations could … Read More

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On May 26, Liverpool’s streets were filled with elation as fans celebrated their team’s victory. But that day turned into a nightmare when Paul Doyle, captured on dashcam becoming increasingly agitated, drove his Ford Galaxy … Read More

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The forthcoming extension of the Midlands Metro tram line into Dudley town centre casts a revealing spotlight on economic inequality within the borough. The initial phase is nearing completion, with further expansion planned … Read More

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Security at Birmingham Airport faced a severe threat when a contractor falsified training records to mask his failure in conducting mandatory staff refresher courses. Shoaib Iqbal, a 40-year-old employee of Mitie from … Read More