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6 days ago | 
dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean |Alex Evans
One little-known law could see householders face an unlimited fine if they trim their hedge in May. If you're getting your garden sorted for summer it pays to know about a law that could see you hit with an unlimited fine or even jail time. Trimming your hedge this month could see you prosecuted thanks to an environmental law many might be unaware of. Gardeners are being urged not fall foul if the laws by checking their hedges carefully before setting about them.
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6 days ago | 
dailyrecord.co.uk | Lynn Love |Alex Evans
All inclusive holidays are a popular choice for British touristsA warning has been issued to travellers staying at all-inclusive hotels this year. Many of us will be looking forward to a break in the sunshine, especially if we've already paid for it. All-inclusive holidays are a popular choice amongst British tourists. They offer a hassle-free vacation experience where accommodation, meals, drinks, and sometimes activities are often included in the price. It sounds like a no-brainer for most.
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1 week ago | 
dailyrecord.co.uk | Andrew Quinn |Alex Evans |Rom Preston-Ellis
The recent warm weather has seen many Brits heading out into the garden to get on top of the mowing, but experts warn that you should waitThe warm start to May has seen many a green-fingered Brit eager to tackle their overgrown gardens, with plenty of fine days for mowing. Yet, experts are turning the tables and suggesting that gardeners hold off on cutting their grass until at least June and, some say, even later.
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2 weeks ago | 
dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean |Alex Evans
The social media user decided to find out which appliances were costing the most while not being usedIf you're guilty of leaving your TV, microwave and phone charger plugged in while not in use, you're not alone with one study finding a staggering 75 per cent of people leave appliances on standby despite the cost. But how much does it really affect your energy bills?
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2 weeks ago | 
walesonline.co.uk | Alex Evans |Bethany Gavaghan
The best Cash ISA interest rates are set to fall if and when the Bank of England cuts rates next month as expected - meaning savers are urged to act nowFinancial gurus are sounding the alarm for those with Cash ISAs, advising swift action before May kicks off as top rates are expected to disappear.
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2 weeks ago | 
walesonline.co.uk | Alex Evans |Bethany Gavaghan
Former defence minister warns that the UK must 'wake up and start preparing'UK households are being advised to stock up on seven essential items incase of an attack on the country, according to a former defence minister. Tobias Ellwood, former defence minister and ex-MP, warned that the UK needs to "wake up and start preparing" for a potential "grey zone attack" that could disrupt the country's infrastructure, energy, or food supplies.
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1 month ago | 
irishstar.com | Rudi Kinsella |Alex Evans
Air fryers have become the latest kitchen sensation, taking over from previous trends like slow cookers, particularly among time-strapped food enthusiasts - but they are not without risk. Not only are air fryers generally faster and more economical to operate than conventional ovens, but they also offer a healthier cooking alternative due to their ability to prepare meals with less oil – it's a triple win for users.
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1 month ago | 
chroniclelive.co.uk | Kathryn Riddell |Alex Evans |Rom Preston-Ellis
Some people aren't exactly fans of cats, particularly when they turn your garden into their personal litter box. Indeed, felines can wreak havoc in your outdoor space - they destroy seedlings, prey on birds and leave unsanitary messes scattered around your flowerbeds. If you're not a cat lover and you're fed up with discovering cat poo in your veg patch, you've likely tried everything from high-pitched 'cat scarers' to spritzing cat repellent liquids.
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1 month ago | 
mirror.co.uk | Rebecca Jones |Alex Evans |Alex Evans
Air fryers have become a well-loved kitchen appliance in recent years, but there are still some foods that you should avoid cooking in them as it can be dangerousAir fryers have taken the culinary world by storm, dethroning the once-beloved slow cookers and emerging as the go-to gadget for those short on time but big on flavour.
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1 month ago | 
chroniclelive.co.uk | Alex Evans |Alex Evans
Spring has finally sprung, and with the arrival of warmer weather and sunshine, garden birds like robins have been seen returning to bird feeders, tree branches and bird tables in significant numbers. UK gardens serve as a sanctuary for a variety of wildlife, and as the frosty, icy conditions give way to sunnier climes, an increasing number of garden birds are gracing our outdoor spaces - provided the right foods are made available.
