Asda returns to growth after more than two years
Asda has heralded its first quarterly growth in more than two years as the supermarket’s boss said it was attracting more shoppers with lower prices and an improved online service.…
UK petrol prices hit highest level in almost four years as bank holiday getaway looms
UK petrol prices have hit their highest level since 2022, piling more financial pressure on motorists before the bank holiday weekend. The average cost of petrol has reached 161.6p a…
Stadium closures for Old Firm after fan disorder
Celtic and Rangers have both been ordered to play their next home Scottish Cup matches behind closed doors after last season’s quarter-final was marred by fan disorder. Both teams will…
UK house sales fall as high mortgage rates dampen housing market
There were an estimated 96,710 home sales in July, according to figures from HMRC The number of home sales dipped last month as the housing market faced a subdued summer…
Burnham launches crackdown on ‘cowboy builders’ ripping off households
Burnham feels his plan will ‘put cowboy builders out of business’ New measures targeting “cowboy builders” who exploit homeowners, alongside a crackdown on private bailiffs using intimidating tactics against people…
Murder investigation launched after two confirmed dead in house fire near Middlesbrough
A woman remains in the Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI) in a critical condition A murder investigation has been launched after two people died in a house fire in Grangetown near…
Tesco meal deal item recalled over possible E.coli contamination
The supermarket has issued a warning for its Finest Mozzarella Pearls and Pesto Orzo salad Tesco has urgently recalled a popular meal deal item over concerns of food poisoning. The…
Credit score firm rolls out major ratings overhaul – what you need to know
The new scoring system will use a broader range of data, such as how account balances have changed over time A second major credit score firm has announced significant changes…
Experts issue fresh warning over baby food pouches sold in UK supermarkets
Experts have sent a warning to parents about the high levels of sugar in baby food pouches Baby food pouches sold in UK supermarkets are effectively “equivalent to fruit smoothies”…
Britons to face highest price cap in three years as energy bills rise 4% from October
Millions of households in Great Britain will face the highest energy charges in three years this winter after months of soaring market prices caused the government’s price cap to rise…