Post Office campaigner Alan Bates, former prime minister Gordon Brown and artist Tracey Emin are among the famous faces recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list. The highest award went to Mr Brown who was made a Companion of Honour, while Sir Alan was knighted in recognition of his campaigning …
Read More »Alan Bates, Gordon Brown and Tracey Emin among those on King’s Birthday Honours list
Post Office campaigner Alan Bates, former prime minister Gordon Brown and artist Tracey Emin are among the famous faces recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list. The highest award went to Mr Brown who was made a Companion of Honour, while Sir Alan was knighted in recognition of his campaigning …
Read More »EasyJet passenger’s ‘genius’ hack to dodge £48 extra baggage fine
A holidaymaker bragged his ingenious hack helped him dodge EasyJet’s ‘ridiculous’ excess baggage fines – by ‘sneakily’ stuffing sandals, books and snacks under his CLOTHES. Dylan Springer says he was boarding his flight home from Kos, Greece, on April 12 when he noticed passengers being slapped with £48 fines for …
Read More »Mystery as envelopes stuffed with £1,000 in old notes land on doorsteps
A mystery donor is sending £1,000 in £20 notes to various charities – three in the last few months. The latest good cause to receive the cash is Bristol Autism Support having received £1,020 in the post. Recently the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), based in Portishead, received an anonymous …
Read More »How to challenge a DWP PIP decision and get it looked at again
Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, Mims Davies MP, has recently highlighted that the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has managed to cut down the waiting times for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) appeals to just 39 days. The improvement, according to Ms Davies, is due to enhanced “processes …
Read More »New Sky broadband bundle includes Netflix and hundreds of channels for just £45 a month
Sky has launched a mega broadband bundle that includes Netflix and hundreds of TV channels, perfect for those looking to upgrade their home entertainment. With May seeing price rises and many Brits’ TV and broadband contracts ending, this could be the ideal time to switch. The new Sky package boasts …
Read More »People ‘in tears’ at poignant post today from Madeleine McCann’s parents
Madeleine McCann’s parents shared a message on the campaign to find the missing girl which left followers in tears. The post today came on what would have been a significant birthday for Maddy who disappeared 17 years ago. Kate and Gerry revealed they were “still looking” as they acknowledged her …
Read More »Review: JBuds ANC 3 True Wireless Earbuds are a serious alternative to higher-priced rivals – Steve Wollaston
They always say it’s the little things that impress, and with these earbuds that was certainly the case. Forget the brilliant sound, the snug fit, the many features, and the impressive battery life – none of that grabbed my initial attention. No, it was the lovely little magnetic pull that …
Read More »Shoppers are turning to ‘luxury’ bed sheets as they keep you way cooler than cotton at night
Shoppers are raving about ‘luxurious’ bed sheets from Panda that promise to keep you cooler than cotton during those warm nights. As temperatures rise, getting a good night’s sleep can become a challenge, but Panda’s Signature+ Bamboo Lyocell Bedding is being hailed for its ability to adapt to your ‘perfect’ …
Read More »Former solicitor who exploited Grenfell Tower scheme is jailed
A struck-off solicitor exploited the Grenfell Tower tragedy and Windrush scheme to submit fraudulent immigration applications. Flora Mendes, 45, from Luton, made up fake addresses in Grenfell Tower as part of a deceptive scheme to convince 14 immigrants she was a legitimate immigration lawyer who could help secure them residence …
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