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Millions of unmarried couples to get ‘stronger’ rights and more financial security

A consultation is now live....

The full list of 125 ‘everyday essentials’ you’ll soon be able to get for cheaper in the UK

Fresh fruit, veg, chocolate, and LOADS more....

Government to slash prices of cinema tickets, bus travel, and LOADS more across UK for kids this summer

Cheap days out at the theatre, theme parks, museums, and zoos... the list goes ......

Rules around booking driving tests in UK change from today to make system ‘fairer’

Here's everything you need to know....

‘We were so lucky to have it’ – Has Manchester’s hospo scene reached a dangerous tipping point?

They need our help now maybe more than ever....

22nd April 2026

UK passes bill to ban everyone born after 2008 from smoking in ‘historic’ moment

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill has now passed through parliament....

Millions of UK workers to get pay rises from today as National Living and Minimum Wage increases

Change is coming....

24th March 2026

Price caps and standardisations to be introduced for vet care in UK following major investigation

Caring for your pets could soon get cheaper....

23rd March 2026

Greater Manchester could be getting a new town under ‘ambitious’ Government housebuilding programme

Literally, a whole new town....