HMRC Pension Rule Changes Could Raise Inheritance Tax Bills by £34,000 Monday, May 25, 2026 inheritance pensions taxation estate hmrc planning benefits legislation finance executors Major changes to inheritance tax (IHT) rules coming into effect in April 2027 could push family IHT bills up by an average of £34,000. Under the new legislation, most unused pension funds and certain pension death benefits … Read More
Speed Limits Restore to 50mph as Saltash Tunnel Upgrade Nears Completion Monday, May 25, 2026 saltash tunnel upgrade speedlimits nationalhighways trafficcontrol reversiblelane devon cornwall infrastructure Drivers can now expect speed limits to return to 50mph along a key route following extensive upgrades to the Saltash Tunnel, which accommodates up to 40,000 cars daily between Devon and Cornwall. After months of enforced … Read More
National Grid Commits to Restoring Birmingham’s Colmore Row After Tarmac Controversy Monday, May 25, 2026 birmingham colmorerow nationalgrid tarmac restoration paving publicbacklash citycouncil utilityworks granite National Grid has vowed to restore Colmore Row in Birmingham’s city centre to its original, elegant state after the area was left marred by unsightly tarmac patches. The luxury granite paving stones laid just last year were … Read More
Experts Warn Against Sleeping with Fans On Amid UK Heatwave Monday, May 25, 2026 uk heatwave temperature fan sleep health allergies dehydration musclepain metoffice With the UK heatwave set to shatter May temperature records this Bank Holiday weekend, many Brits are turning to portable fans to find relief from the soaring mercury. However, sleep experts are warning against leaving fans … Read More
The Perfect Spot to Keep Your Peace Lily Thriving Indoors Monday, May 25, 2026 peacelily houseplants indoorplants plantcare lighting humidity watering temperature tropical gardening Peace lilies are beloved houseplants, admired for their elegant white flowers and glossy green leaves. However, without the right environmental conditions, these tropical beauties can quickly become limp and droopy. One of … Read More
Mother Devastated After Watching Chilling CCTV Footage of Daughter’s Abuse Monday, May 25, 2026 abuse justice victim childprotection court birmingham sexualassault cctv risksentencing trauma A Birmingham court recently heard how a 16-year-old boy, Harvey Charlton, used a mobile game to distract a six-year-old girl while sexually abusing her. The girl’s mother described watching the CCTV footage as the most … Read More