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A new online petition is urging the UK Government to continue providing financial support for people with mental health conditions claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) after Prime Minister Rishi Sunak recently announced that the disability benefit will be given a major overhaul in an effort to reduce spiralling costs.

Consumer finance champion Martin Lewis has finally got an answer from the Secretary of State for Energy over why millions of households are still struggling with energy prices, amid high standing charges and a lack of competition in the sector. In her response, Claire Coutinho MP told him "I share your concern."

Molly-Mae Hague appeared to surprise her fiance Tommy Fury with her latest look as she admitted her latest appearance was a 'rare sighting'. The loved-up couple recently enjoyed an idyllic countryside getaway with their daughter, Bambi.

Ryanair customers have been advised to 'run, not walk' to Primark to snap up the 'perfect' item that complies with the airline's stringent free hand luggage policy. Known for its incredibly low fares, Ryanair is less renowned for being generous with luggage allowances, frequently catching passengers out with their strict dimensions for carry-on bags.

Selome Hailu Earlier this month, Arkansas’ Pulaski County turned down and returned a $60,000 check sent by Lucky 8, the production company behind the Netflix docuseries “Unlocked: A Jail Experiment.” Pulaski County is where “Unlocked” was filmed, and Lucky 8 apparently intended the check as reimbursement for any costs the county incurred during production. But in a letter sent alongside the returned check, county judge Barry Hyde wrote, “Pulaski County has no contract with Lucky 8.

With the weather finally looking as if it’s changing for the better, we can almost taste all of the barbecues that we’ll be enjoying this summer. But if you haven’t got your own BBQ to hand, or simply want to change your existing set up, fear not as we’ve found a BBQ Charcoal Grill, £49 here, from Wowcher that will be ideal for camping, picnics, and parties. The BBQ Charcoal Grill from Costway comes with two storage racks and wooden side tables, meaning that you’ll have lots of space when preparing food and you won’t have to look too far to find your tongs or spatula.

With almost 2,000 guests in attendance, a million fans camped outside and over 36 million viewers watching from home, people were eager to catch the first glimpse of Kate Middleton ’s bridal gown. Already renowned for her simple yet elegant style, royal experts had been speculating for months over what type of dress Kate would opt for.

No summer wardrobe is complete without the perfect pair of sandals, and Marks & Spencer shoppers are going wild over these slip ons that are praised for being ‘so comfy.’ The suede shoes boast a similar cut-out front design to the trendy Hermes Chypre Sandals which sell for £730, unlike M&S’s which are priced at a much more affordable £45. Available in all shoe sizes from a UK 3 to 8, the easy to slip on and off sandals are ideal for heading to the beach, wearing by the pool or nipping to the shops this summer.

More than 160,000 parents have signed a petition to be able to take their kids out of school during term time.

Prices for smaller homes are rising at a faster rate than larger properties, says Halifax. The bank says that smaller properties, particularly flats, are in higher demand due to affordability constraints faced by house hunters.

Brian Steinberg Senior TV Editor The three media companies planning to launch a much-scrutinized sports streamer later this year are set to give advertisers a sneak peek at the new outlet. Fox, Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery plan to use their new streaming joint-venture — the official name of the video hub has yet to be announced — to boost the impressions they have to sell to Madison Avenue during the industry’s annual “upfront” market, according to three people familiar with the matter.

The UK Government has rejected calls in an online petition to scrap the income tax threshold for people in receipt of the State Pension or benefits. More than 20,300 people have signed the e-petition created by Kenneth Bardsley, who argues that the taxation is “punishing pensioners and those on some benefits” and “pushing people even deeper into poverty”.

Anyone living with a disability or long-term illness could qualify for extra help every month from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) which is worth an extra £434 every single month - but many do not even know they qualify.

Work is expected to start in August on a £4million refurbishment programme of council homes discovered to have crumbling concrete roof panels in West Lothian. The programme will focus on 69 individual properties and 15 blocks of flats in Broxburn, Bathgate, Linlithgow and Craigshill in Livingston, a meeting of the Housing Services Policy Development and Scrutiny Panel heard. The work will take almost two years. Answering a question from Livingston North Conservative councillor Alison Adamson, Marjory Mackie, the housing strategy and development manager confirmed the flatted blocks were a range of types but made up another 73 homes.

Spotify has announced record profits of over €1billion (£860m), following staff being laid off, subscription prices rising and costs being cut across the board.The growth of the company comes as streaming continues to dominate the music industry, and the platform has gone on to offer its subscribers access to podcasts and audiobooks too.Currently, the Swedish company has around 615million users across the globe, and has invested a huge amount of money in growing the brand since its initial launch back in 2006. However, reports of the profit come following a year of the brand cutting costs and laying off staff.Late last year, Spotify announced that it was cutting down 17 per cent of its workforce in order to save costs.

It is a heaven sent opportunity for a sensitive developer. Built in a Gothic Revival style and designed by the architect who created Manchester Town Hall it is passed by thousands of drivers every day.

Travel blog by Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog) – Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog) - Travel & Lifestyle Hipster Blog A good holiday or vacation always begins with a good checklist that strikes the right balance between practicality, comfort, and style. While it is impossible to carry everything for a vacation, you must have all the essentials to enjoy yourself, stay comfortable, and look stylish. To plan your upcoming trip, you need only a comprehensive list of items such as clothes, shoes, accessories, and other essentials.

Champagne is one of the most luxurious sparkling wines you can get and as a result the price tag matches. Did you know that you can get something extremely similar for a fraction of the price?

Alejandro Garnacho's brother Roberto, has ripped into Liverpool forward Conor Gakpo on social media.

A British holidaymaker found himself £7,000 in debt after arriving in Thailand to discover the hotel he had booked didn't exist. Glen Parke, 30, had paid £282 for a 59-night stay at Lek Lek Residence, advertised on Booking.com as a "one-bedroom house".

Millions of NHS patients in England will face higher medicinal costs from next week.

Summer and summer holidays are on the approach, and if you're thinking about getting prepared by investing in some key wardrobe pieces for the warmer, and transitional, weather, there are plenty of incredible pieces on the high street that aim to save you hundreds of pounds compared to their designer alternatives.This week, we've spotted a new look white broderie dress that looks much more expensive that its price tag: the White Cotton Flower Broderie Belted Midi Shirt Dress, now £25 (down from £37.99). We think the style looks similar to a designer dress that costs £400 more: Ralph Lauren's Tiered Eyelet Cotton Maxidress, £449.

Strapless bra sales are on the rise as summer approaches and one new offering from Boux Avenue has rocketed into their top 20 best sellers as soon as it's hit the market.The Strapless u-wire microfibre multiway bra is being praised for holding in place and not turning into a belt as is often seen with strapless bras. One woman said that after searching for years she'd finally found the 'best strapless bra' as it stays exactly where it's supposed to - and she even has a fuller bust at a size 40DD.The bra has a deep plunge design which makes it a great option for wearing underneath anything with a lower neckline. As it's multiway you have the choice to add straps for a little extra support or to remove them for off the shoulder looks.

A Greater Manchester Police car has been taken off the road after having two windows smashed up in Salford. Images have been shared on social media today (April 26) of a Peugeot 308 in GMP livery, parked up on Woodland Grange, in Worsley.

If you've been looking to upgrade your bedroom pillows, now is your chance. Dunelm is offering a 'gamer-changer' pillow that has been designed specifically for side sleepers in mind - and it's cheaper than on Amazon.

If you're looking to upgrade your food game when you go camping this summer, you might want to check out this unbeatable deal from Wowcher. The online 'deals of the day' website is offering a portable BBQ grill with a massive 60% discount.

Molly-Mae Hague fans were rushing to point out the same thing in her latest snap after she was heard boasting about her 'natural' appearance. The influencer has had a quiet period on Instagram after enjoying a countryside getaway with her fiance Tommy Fury and their daughter.

The new series of Clarkson's Farm arrives on Amazon Prime Video next week, dropping in on Jeremy Clarkson and the rest of his farming crew over at Diddly Squat. However, it's not looking good for the farm shop - which faces closure by the council in series three. With Jeremy's girlfriend Lisa Hogan in charge of the farm shop, she's given a wake-up call by land agent Charlie Ireland after trying to sell items that aren't from the local area.

Manchester United staff are reportedly incensed by a decision from INEOS to cut back on the club's perks for the forthcoming FA Cup final next month.

Wowcher is offering a new 'mystery' summer deal that will get you top-rated garden furniture items without breaking the bank.