Steven Smith

5 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Steven Smith

The trend of heading abroad for a single day is growingRome wasn’t built in a day, but it’s increasingly being visited in one. Spontaneous travel and “extreme day trips” are rising in popularity, but a warning is now being issued to anyone planning to give it a go. These same-day return holidays are becoming a go-to for time-poor travellers. Think: first flight out, last flight home.

6 days ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Steven Smith

A property expert has shared what homeowners should do if they find Japanese knotweed in their gardens, as wet weather creates ideal conditions for 'super growth.' The rain returned earlier this week after a prolonged dry spell across the UK and gardeners will be grateful their plants and flowers have had a much-needed downpour again. But the combination of warm soil and wet weather can cause growth spurt for an invasive plant that homeowners might be unaware of.

6 days ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Steven Smith

A former British ambassador to Egypt has warned that trips to the country are a "real risk" for Brits following a UN ruling on the illegal detention of a British-Egyptian activist The former British ambassador to Egypt has called on the Foreign Office to issue a travel warning against Egypt, highlighting increased risks for Brits following a UN ruling on the unlawful detention of a British-Egyptian activist(Image: PA) The former British ambassador to Egypt has called on the Foreign Office to...

6 days ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Steven Smith

A recent report revealed that to spend beyond their financial means during the summer break and 51% of parents are concerned they won’t be able to afford a holiday this summer. With the average weekly cost of childcare rising by 11.41% since 2023, Robert King, director of nanny payroll services at Nannywage Ltd, is urging parents to take advantage of this little-known scheme that could save them hundreds on childcare costs this summer.

1 week ago | lancs.live | Steven Smith

A shed is one of the most practical additions you can make to your outside space. It provides handy storage for garden tools, furniture and more. So, it’s no surprise that around 1.5 million sheds are sold annually in the UK. Experts at MyJobQuote said about 65% of British adults already own a shed. If you’re yet to get one, there’s a chance you’re considering taking the plunge this summer. But as it’s a permanent structure, you may be wondering whether you need planning permission to build a shed.