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Jan 19, 2025 | 
coventrytelegraph.net | Matt Lloyd |Steven Smith
Brits are being warned that lighting up their log burners could land them with fines of up to £1,000 and even a criminal record due to strict UK emission regulations. While keeping warm is essential, excessive emissions can have serious environmental consequences, and households could face hefty penalties for not adhering to government rules. Ecology experts at Arbtech are advising homeowners to be mindful of their log burner usage as the cost of staying cosy could be high.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
getsurrey.co.uk | Tom Van Klaveren |Steven Smith
Campaigners have said that rental reforms should mean prospective tenants no longer need to "magic up eye-watering sums up front", but landlords argue the proposals "risk making access to rented housing harder". The Renters' Rights Bill is set to return to the House of Commons on Tuesday. Housing charity Shelter has praised an amendment to the proposed legislation that would prevent landlords from demanding more than a month's rent in advance from new tenants.
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Dec 5, 2024 | 
stokesentinel.co.uk | Hayley Parker |Steven Smith
Motorists who got their licence before 2015 are being urged to check the expiry date or they could be hit with a fine of up to £1,000. The warning comes from vehicle experts at BigWantsYourCar.com, who claim that many UK drivers may need to renew their driving licences. A spokesperson for the firm emphasised the importance of keeping licences current: "Ensuring that your driving licence is up to date is not just about following the law; it's also about being a responsible and safe driver.
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Dec 2, 2024 | 
kentlive.news | Tom Van Klaveren |Steven Smith
Gregg Wallace, the well-known face from MasterChef, has expressed his regret for remarks he made that complaints about his conduct came only from "a handful of middle-class women of a certain age". Realising his mistake, Wallace announced plans to "take some time out". On Instagram, in a message issued on Monday, he addressed his actions: "I want to apologise for any offence that I caused with my post yesterday and any upset I may have caused to a lot of people.
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Oct 8, 2024 | 
kentlive.news | Tom Van Klaveren |Steven Smith
British Airways has announced that it is the first airline to accept the Veteran Card as photographic identification on domestic flights. The move, according to Chief Executive Sean Doyle, highlights the company's commitment to acknowledging the "sacrifice and service" of ex-military personnel. The Veteran Card was launched by the Conservative government in January as a means for individuals to confirm their military service.
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Oct 6, 2024 | 
manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Helena Vesty |Steven Smith
Brain fog, a condition that affects concentration, memory, focus and overall cognitive function, is a common symptom among women going through menopause. However, certain foods can help prevent this condition, including leafy greens and fish. As it's World Menopause Month in October, Dr Donald Grant, a GP and senior clinical advisor at The Independent Pharmacy, has emphasised the importance of these foods, explaining their nutritional benefits and how they can help combat brain fog.
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Oct 1, 2024 | 
stokesentinel.co.uk | Hayley Parker |Steven Smith
The family of a vulnerable woman found dead in her flat after after more than three years had voiced concerns about her wellbeing nearly two months before her body was found. An inquest into the death of Laura Winham heard her remains were located by her brother in May 2021. Ms Winham, who was 41 at the time of discovery, was found after her family requested police to force entry into her home due to worries about her safety.
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Sep 6, 2024 | 
leicestermercury.co.uk | Steven Smith
The Royal Mail has announced a significant 30p increase in the price of a first class stamp. They have said the move has been made in a response to "urgent" financial challenges. The price rise comes into effect from From Monday, October 7 and means the price of a first class stamp will jump to £1.65. Second class stamps will remain at 85p, reports the Express. Earlier this year, in April, prices for first class stamps rose by 10p to £1.35 and second class by 10p to 85p.
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Jun 21, 2024 | 
walesonline.co.uk | James Holt |Steven Smith
The proprietor of the remote Airbnb where Jay Slater spent his last known night has shared details about the morning he 'walked off alone', as the intensive search for him continued for a fifth day. The 19 year old from Lancashire has been missing since Monday morning, having last made contact with his friend Lucy around 8am. His phone last signalled its presence in a rugged mountain region approximately half a mile north of Masca.
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Jun 21, 2024 | 
gloucestershirelive.co.uk | James Holt |Steven Smith
The proprietor of the remote Airbnb where Jay Slater spent his last known night has shared details about the morning he 'walked off alone', as the intensive search for him continued for a fifth day. The 19 year old from Lancashire has been missing since Monday morning, having last made contact with his friend Lucy around 8am. His phone last signalled its presence in a rugged mountain region approximately half a mile north of Masca.
