Christian Abbott

Birmingham, London, Sheffield

Audience Writer at Reach plc

PR Executive at Scala UK Ltd | Views are my own

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Drivers are being urged to kitchen item in their cars to keep windscreens clear

1 week ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Sam Dimmer |Christian Abbott |Alexandra Whiddon

UK drivers are being advised to carry an unexpected item in their vehicles – tea bags. Although it may sound odd, experts claim that this household staple could prevent potential fines. Motoring expert Ben Pitcher from DPF Experts suggests placing tea bags on the car's dashboard to combat condensation and keep the windscreen clear in moist or cold conditions. He elaborates: "Tea bags, especially black or green tea, are natural moisture absorbers.
Drivers having to pay new £10 daily fee with 'no alternative'

1 week ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Estel Farell Roig |Christian Abbott |Estel Farell-Roig

The charges will apply to both the Blackwall Tunnel and the new Silvertown Tunnel, with drivers needing to pay every single time they cross - unless they're exempt or travel between 10pm and 6amNew charges are set to hit thousands of drivers. The new charges are set to hit impact those driving in the London area. The Silvertown Tunnel charges are set to hit thousands of drivers with a daily £10 fee, with critics arguing there are 'no viable alternatives'.
Nationwide urges millions of customers to check accounts within next three days

2 weeks ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Christian Abbott |Fionnuala Boyle

Nationwide acquired rival Virgin Money previously and is now warning customers to check their accountsNationwide has issued an alert to customers regarding the free £50 payments which "should" have already landed in their accounts. The building society is distributing £50 bonuses as tokens of appreciation to its customers . This follows its acquisition of competitor Virgin Money.
Nationwide customers told to check accounts before Wednesday for 'free' £50 payment

2 weeks ago | glasgowlive.co.uk | Kieran Webster |Christian Abbott

NewsThe building society is giving millions of customers a free £50 bonus as a "thank you" for their support after it acquired rival Virgin Money. Here's what you need to knowThe building society is handing out free £50 bonuses as "thank you" payments to its customers after it acquired rival Virgin Money previously. Get the latest Glasgow Live breaking news on WhatsAppOur community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time.
UK households warned over having these appliances in home while asleep

2 weeks ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Levi Winchester |Christian Abbott

Avoid running energy-hungry appliances like washing machines overnight, energy experts have warned UK householdsA warning has been issued over household appliances that could catch fire while you’re asleep. Avoid running energy-hungry appliances like washing machines overnight, energy experts have warned UK households, reports the Mirror.
Why we eat fish and not meat on Good Friday - reasons for the Easter tradition

3 weeks ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Christian Abbott |Lottie Gibbons

The origins of this tradition are steeped in biblical historyMillions of British households honour the tradition of eating fish on Good Friday, a practice deeply rooted in the nation's history. Indeed, it's one of the country's most enduring customs, with many Britons refraining from consuming meat on this day for centuries. The origins of this tradition are steeped in biblical history.
Supermarket Easter opening times 2025 for Aldi to Asda, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Tesco and more

3 weeks ago | walesonline.co.uk | Stephanie Colderick |Christian Abbott

Easter Sunday will see a number of supermarket chains close across Wales, as the Bank Holiday weekend approaches. Here are the opening times for the UK's major storesUK supermarkets are gearing up for the Easter Bank Holiday weekend, revealing their revised operating hours for the four-day period of Easter from Friday, April 18 to Monday, April 21 2025. Easter Sunday, which lands on April 20, will see most stores shut down across Wales.
DWP Universal Credit bank account checks plan for those with savings 'over £6,000'

1 month ago | msn.com | Robert Rowlands |Kieran Isgin |Christian Abbott

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DWP bank account checks for claimants £6,000 savings or more

1 month ago | dailypost.co.uk | Steve Bagnall |Christian Abbott

Claimants of Universal Credit have been informed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) that bank account spot checks will be triggered when a claimant's savings reach £6,000. To qualify for DWP benefits, typically claimants must not possess savings exceeding £16,000. According to Universal Credit guidelines: "To claim Universal Credit, you must usually have no more than £16,000 in money, savings and investments as a single claimant or if you are living with a partner.
Exact amount in your savings that will trigger DWP Universal Credit bank account checks

1 month ago | chroniclelive.co.uk | Christian Abbott |Sonia Sharma

Universal Credit claimants are being warned about the exact amount of savings in their bank account that will trigger DWP checks as part of a fraud crackdown. The Department for Work and Pensions is to carry out checks for claimants whose bank balances hits just £6,000. To be eligible to receive Universal Credit payments, claimants cannot usually have more than £16,000 in savings.