Steven Smith

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Steven Smith

Debbie Pugh-Jones outside her home (Image: Debbie Pugh-Jones/SWNS)A homeowner in Cornwall is struggling to sell her 'dream' holiday cottage, despite slashing the price by £100,000, due to the double tax blow affecting second home buyers. Debbie Pugh-Jones, 69, who has resided in Golant near Fowey for 11 years, plans to relocate to Bath, Somerset, to be closer to her grandchildren.

2 weeks ago | express.co.uk | Steven Smith

June job for roses 'encourages more blooms'According to one expert, a handful of timely jobs could set you up for the most vibrant and flourishing garden of the season Share Article Bookmark Roses can get a boost (Image: Mark de Leeuw via Getty Images)As the summer season arrives with the onset of June, it's time for gardening enthusiasts across Britain to get their green thumbs working and spruce up their gardens.

3 weeks ago | express.co.uk | Steven Smith

Drivers face 'compulsory' new test to stay on roads as '24% don't check' The poll comes amid growing concern over the lack of checks on drivers once they pass their test - with the new rules aiming to make the roads safer for everyone By Steven Smith, Content Editor 09:06, Fri, Jun 6, 2025 | UPDATED: 09:10, Fri, Jun 6, 2025 Share Article Bookmark There is concern about the lack of checks made after passing the driving test (Image: Getty Images) A total of 24% of drivers have not had their...

1 month ago | express.co.uk | Steven Smith

HMRC state pension alert as those with kids born before date 'should check eligibility' HMRC has issued a message to people who had children before a certain date, saying they may be missing out on payments that they could claim in their State Pension By Steven Smith, Content Editor 10:07, Tue, May 20, 2025 | UPDATED: 10:10, Tue, May 20, 2025 Share Article Bookmark It's worth having a look (Image: undefined via Getty Images) Parents who started their family before a certain cut-off are being...

1 month ago | express.co.uk | Steven Smith

Broadband expert says one router location 'seriously slows down' your Wi-Fi The location has a big impact on how well your Wi-Fi works By Steven Smith, Content Editor 08:29, Fri, May 16, 2025 | UPDATED: 08:33, Fri, May 16, 2025 Share Article Bookmark Location, location, location (Image: Kinga Krzeminska via Getty Images) In a world of hybrid working and technological advancements, reliable and strong Wi-Fi speed is essential, whether you need it for an important business call or to stream...