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4 days ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | Estel Farell Roig |Estel Farell-Roig
It tastes so goodThis month, the humble meal of fried chicken has been making headlines in Bristol. This was the result of the arrival of the first of branch of Popeyes Louisiana fried chicken in the city. The opening of Popeyes at Avonmeads Retail Park earlier this month saw queues around the building, people sleeping in their cars - and even a very cheeky riposte from the city’s long-established fried chicken chain.
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5 days ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | David Dubas-Fisher |Estel Farell Roig |Estel Farell-Roig
The situation is much more desperate for children in some parts of Bristol than othersMore than half of children are living in poverty in Bristol’s most deprived neighbourhood. Across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire area, a total of 31,654 children aged 0 to 15 were living in poverty in the year ending March 2024 - the last full year under the Conservative government - according to the latest figures from the DWP.
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6 days ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | Estel Farell Roig |Estel Farell-Roig
It provides baby essentials to familiesGood causes across the UK are celebrating after the Pride of Britain Fund announced the winners of grants totalling more than £100,000. The money will be given to local community groups and individuals around the UK to mark the 25th year since The Pride of Britain Awards were founded by the Mirror. The Fund shortlisted from almost 2,000 applications, and local communities then voted to decide which projects in their area were most deserving of funding.
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1 week ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | Estel Farell Roig |Estel Farell-Roig
Children's plays seem to either be super overstimulating, or pleasing and rather calming. Thankfully, The Koala Who Could - which is currently at the Bristol Old Vic - falls under the second category. The play, based on the picture book with the same name, tells the story of Kevin - a koala who clings onto a tree. The story explores the importance of challenging ourselves and trying new things as well as embracing change.
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1 week ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | Bradley Jolly |Estel Farell Roig
The Princess of Wales has opened up about finding peace amid a "very busy world"During a recent trip to the Lake District, the Princess of Wales revealed her way of finding peace in a "very busy world". In a newly released short film, Princess Kate is seen meeting Chief Scout Dwayne Fields, as well as Scouts from Cumbria and Manchester, near Lake Windermere last month. They discuss the significance of nature in maintaining our well-being and overall health.
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1 week ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | Paige Ingram |Jasmine W. Carey |Estel Farell Roig
The proud mother took to Instagram with a series of affectionate imagesLady Tatiana Mountbatten, a second cousin to King Charles III, has shared the delightful news of a new addition to her family with the birth of her son. The proud mother took to Instagram with a series of affectionate images to celebrate the arrival. Tatiana, daughter of George Mountbatten, Marquess of Milford Haven, and Sarah Walker, could not contain her excitement about motherhood once more.
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1 week ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | Sophie Buchan |Elaine Blackburne |Estel Farell Roig
Officials have raised concerns over the risk of spikingThe Foreign Office has issued an urgent warning to British holidaymakers who plan to drink while abroad. Officials have raise concerns over the risk of drinks being spiked with drugs or harmful substances. This alarming trend has led to numerous incidents where unsuspecting tourists lose control and become vulnerable to theft or assault.
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1 week ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | Estel Farell Roig |Christian Abbott |Estel Farell-Roig
The Department for Work and Pensions has the power to carry out compliance checksThe Department for Work and Pensions is getting ready to carry out bank account checks for claimants whose balances hits just £6000, it has been warned. To remain eligible for Universal Credit, claimants must typically not have over £16,000 in savings.
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1 week ago | 
essexlive.news | Katrina Chilver |Estel Farell Roig |David Bentley
Labour's proposition to overhaul the criteria for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is stirring unease among claimants, with the potential to impact hundreds of thousands when changes roll out in November 2026. PIP claimants are feeling anxious about prospective cutbacks or loss of benefits due to impending alterations. Reviews of their entitlement will happen at the end of their current award period or if they report changes in their condition, such as health improvements or deteriorations.
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1 week ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | David Bentley |Estel Farell Roig |Estel Farell-Roig
A certain group of disability claimants will not be affected by upcoming changesLabour's plans to tighten the criteria for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) could affect hundreds of thousands, raising fears among recipients about losing benefits when the changes take effect in November 2026. Worries are mounting among PIP claimants over the risk of reduced or lost support with the new rules.
