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3 days ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | James Roger |Estel Farell Roig |James Rodger |Estel Farell-Roig
The Government has been asked to "create a new means-tested system"The £300 Winter Fuel Payment may be reinstated for state pensioners earning below a certain income, as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has started to take steps towards its reinstatement.
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3 days ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | James Roger |Tom Kershaw |Pete Gavan |James Rodger
The country has been hit with a fresh wave of anti-UK tourist protests in popular holiday destinationsSpain has experienced an embarrassing blow as protests against UK tourists have erupted across the country. British holidaymakers have become the target of EU residents' demonstrations about "overtourism".
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4 days ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | James Roger |Estel Farell Roig |James Rodger |Estel Farell-Roig
Road users and motorists risk four-figure finesMotorists are being warned that they could face £5,000 fines for failing to press a crucial button on their dashboard. As summer approaches and temperatures rise, road users and drivers could be slapped with substantial four-figure fines. BigWantsYourCar commented, "Drivers are legally required to remain in full control of their vehicle at all times.
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4 days ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | James Roger |Estel Farell Roig |James Rodger |Estel Farell-Roig
A stark warning has been issued to motoristsThe DVLA has issued a stark warning to motorists to monitor a crucial legal limit, stressing that it is "not always safe". Drivers are being told not drive faster than the speed limit for the type of road and your type of vehicle," with road users being urged to stay vigilant. "The speed limit is the absolute maximum - it does not mean it's safe to drive at this speed in all conditions," the Labour Party government website and DVLA caution.
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4 days ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | James Roger |Estel Farell Roig |James Rodger |Estel Farell-Roig
Protests have swept the Canary Islands and Balearics amid a perceived 'overtourism' - but the data shows that Brits are undeterred by the demonstration and have even increased their bookingsA part of Spain is seeing an increase in bookings despite being hit by a wave of anti-tourism protests. Despite being at the heart of 'overtourism' protests, travellers are continuing to flock to the Canary and Balearic Islands.
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5 days ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | James Roger |Estel Farell Roig |James Rodger |Estel Farell-Roig
The Department for Work and Pensions has been considering a change to the Winter Fuel Payments systemThe Department for Work and Pensions may only grant pensioners in THREE council tax bands the £300 Winter Fuel Payment. This reversal would come at a cost of roughly £1.5 billion annually, opening up eligibility to an additional 11 million households.
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1 week ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | James Roger |Rom Preston-Ellis |Estel Farell Roig |James Rodger
Energy experts are urging UK households to take action now to minimise their energy bills ahead of the colder monthsAs the cost-of-living crisis continues to squeeze household budgets, energy experts are urging UK families to take action now to lower their energy bills ahead of the colder months.
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2 weeks ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | James Roger |James Rodger |Jeff Reines
They're not aimed at tourists at allBritish holidaymakers are set to potentially face a change if flying to Spain as new curfew rules come into effect, with sleeping rough from 9pm to 5am being prohibited. Reports suggest approximately 400 individuals use Madrid Airport as an overnight shelter, working during the day and returning to sleep. Madrid-Barajas has enlisted a private security firm amid increasing numbers of people spending nights inside terminal buildings.
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2 weeks ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | James Roger |James Rodger |Tom Kershaw |Pete Gavan
It aims to cut down un unfair finesMotorists across England are set to benefit from a major parking shake-up, with the launch of a new platform aimed at cutting down on unfair fines. The move comes after a decision by the current Labour Party government. Labour has unveiled plans for the National Parking Platform, which will allow drivers to pay for parking through their preferred app, thus avoiding the hassle of downloading multiple payment apps, as reported by Birmingham Live.
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2 weeks ago | 
bristolpost.co.uk | James Roger |James Rodger |Pete Gavan
The Labour leader says he wants 'more pensioners' to get the paymentSir Keir Starmer has expressed his desire for 'more pensioners' to receive the £300 winter fuel payments, marking a significant policy reversal. The Labour Party leader made his views known in the Commons at today's PMQs, discussing the eligibility and criteria for the £300 allowance. Labour MP Sarah Owen queried what measures the government would take to assist struggling pensioners.
