Blue Cross pet charity is calling on Defra to release information and access to the ‘exemption portal’ following its announcement of plans to ban XL bully type dogs by the end of the year. Owners have been given just 12 weeks to register their dogs and secure an exemption certificate, but the Government has failed […]
Everyone knows a car breakdown can mean a nasty repair bill, but new data from the RAC reveals that it’s not always a head gasket or a catastrophic engine failure that can cost you hundreds of pounds. Strangely, it can sometimes be very small creatures that cause very big problems. In fact, the RAC has […]
New Rightmove analysis ahead of the festive period reveals that the number of homes being listed by estate agents on Boxing Day has nearly tripled (+173%) since pre-pandemic 2019 Last year, a record number of new sellers came to market on Boxing Day, 46% higher than 2021 New research from the UK’s biggest property website […]
Older homeowners staying in properties that are larger than they need is creating a ‘domino effect’ of short supply when it comes to starter and family-sized homes in the UK, according to new research from Zoopla. Nine in ten homeowners over 65s live alone or just with their partner A survey of 2,000 UK homeowners […]
Lidl GB has announced major changes to labelling on its yoghurt and fresh milk* ranges, in a move that will help customers reduce food waste at home. Customers will spot the change on milk this month, while yoghurt will be implemented from early 2024. Scrapping ‘Use By’ dates in favour of ‘Best Before’, the discounter […]
Only 3% of new cars on sale in the UK today come with any form of spare wheel as standard, increasing the number of breakdowns where drivers need help in the event of a unrepairable flat tyre, new analysis by driving services company the RAC has found.* After reviewing equipment lists of more than 300 […]
The poor condition of Britain’s local roads has led to the RAC dealing with the highest number of pothole-related breakdowns it has seen in any third quarter since it began recording this data in 2006. RAC patrols went to the rescue of 5,978 drivers from July to September for damaged shock absorbers, broken suspension springs […]
The UK’s biggest property website Rightmove reveals that homes with the number 13 typically have the lowest property valuations, with an average valuation of £354,793 – more than £5,000 lower than the average across the study of £360,126. The highest valued house is number one, with a valuation of £393,690, versus £354,793 for number 13, […]
The wife of a man killed in a collision in Birmingham has paid tribute to her late husband. Twenty-nine-year-old Madasur Mir from Erdington died after his BMW hit a tree on the Tyburn Road on Sunday (15 October). Paying tribute to him, Madasur’s distraught wife said: “My darling husband, when will I ever see you […]
“Alumrock Community Launches Campaign for Car Park, Urging Birmingham City Council to Take Action” Alumrock, known for its vibrant shopping and food scene, has become a cultural hub for the Pakistani and other communities. However, the bustling shopping center is facing a pressing issue: the lack of parking spaces. In response, Alumrock Traders Association have […]