There’s absolutely no question that one of Kent’s most distinctive characteristics is its breathtaking and vast countryside that genuinely gives our county the credentials to be dubbed The Garden of England. Tucked away within this very landscape are countless delightful and picturesque villages that each deserve recognition in their own …
Read More »Man charged after ‘peaceful’ protest outside Seacroft’s Britannia Hotel
A man has been charged following a “peaceful protest” outside a hotel housing asylum seekers in Seacroft. The Leeds-based protest took place outside the Britannia Hotel on Friday evening, with footage showing people holding and wearing Union Jack flags. Dogs and children could also be seen to be in attendance. …
Read More »Major change to Royal Mail delivery rules to start tomorrow
The changes were “needed” according to Ofcom 17:15, 27 Jul 2025Updated 17:15, 27 Jul 2025 The change comes into effect tomorrow (Monday July 28)(Image: georgeclerk via Getty Images) A massive change to Royal Mail delivery services is set to come into force tomorrow (Monday July 28) after being announced earlier …
Read More »last week’s biggest retail technology plays at a glance — Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Amazon A new Amazon Just Walk Out store is now live at the University of British Columbia in Canada. This offers a 24/7 cashier free shopping experience to students, staff, faculty, and visitors. A variety of products are available, including sweet, salty, and savory snacks, gourmet hot beverages, cold drinks, …
Read More »The inside story of Buckingham Palace uproar following Queen Elizabeth II blunder
For a woman whose life unfolded in the relentless glare of public scrutiny, Queen Elizabeth II learned to find delight in life’s rare surprises. But as new details emerge, it appears one such moment of joy was inadvertently thwarted – by a journalist. In an article for the Daily Mail’s …
Read More »Fury as Home Office creates police team to monitor anti-migrant posts | UK | News
The government has been slammed for creating an elite team of police officers to monitor social media for anti-migrant posts. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage described the move as “sinister” and the start of the “state controlling free speech”. The Home Office has created the National Internet Intelligence Investigations team, …
Read More »Leeds United fans arrested and banned last season as football-related crime on rise
Leeds United fans have seen a spike in arrests for football-related offences last season, according to the latest figures. The Home Office has recently revealed the number of football-related arrests during the 2024-25 season, as well as the tally of football banning orders currently active. Leeds United’s following saw 36 …
Read More »Busy Bristol flyover will completely close in August with ‘delays expected’
Disruption is expected on the major commuter route near the M5 The underside of the A38 flyover at Filton(Image: Google Maps) Part of a busy route linking north Bristol with the M5 will soon be completely closed for several weeks. The A38 Gloucester Road North flyover in Filton will close …
Read More »An Post sales just topped €1 billion – so why does it want to cut services? – The Journal
… Royal Mail. While the body is privately-owned, it's dealing with the same issues as the state-owned postal services. Ofcom, the UK's postal … Source link
Read More »Royal Mail denies Isles fears on rising parcel prices
The Royal Mail has rejected concerns expressed in the Western Isles over higher prices for parcel postage in rural areas. A spokesperson said that an earlier article on welovestornoway.com “incorrectly suggests in the opening line that that there is a ‘loss of the universal postage rate’. First and …
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