Gas station accused of pocketing fuel tax cuts – BBC News

Gas station accused of pocketing fuel tax cuts - BBC News

By Michael Race Business journalist, BBC News July 4, 2023 image source, Getty’s image Gas stations and retailers have “pocketed” the profits from the 5p fuel price cut, claims the Chair of the Financial Selection Committee. Conservative MP Harriett Baldwin accused the retailer of not passing on tax deductions to drivers. Fuel duties were cut … Read more

Guilty man kills mother and daughter in fire – BBC News

Guilty man kills mother and daughter in fire - BBC News

4 July 2023, 11:54 WIB Updated 9 minutes ago image source, Nottinghamshire Police Caption, Fatoumatta Hydara died two days after his daughters Naeemah Drammeh and Fatimah Drammeh A man who killed his neighbor and his two daughters by setting fire to their flat was found guilty of murder. Fatoumatta Hydara, 28, died along with Fatimah … Read more

Orkney votes to explore being part of Norway

The Orkney Islands Council will explore alternative forms of government after a majority vote.

The Orkney Islands Council has voted to look at alternative forms of government, including exploring a “Nordic connection”. Local councilors backed leader James Stockan’s motion for officials to draft a report on greater autonomy for the islands. That could include looking towards Norway or seeking British overseas territory status, similar to Jersey or the Isle … Read more

Court of Appeal hears challenge of very low emission zone – BBC News

Court of Appeal to hear very low emission zone challenge - BBC News

4 July 2023, 04:58 WIB Updated 6 minutes ago A judicial review of Sadiq Khan’s plan to expand London’s Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has begun in the High Court. Five Conservative-led councils – Bexley, Bromley, Harrow, Hillingdon and Surrey – have launched legal action over the scheme, which is set to cover all of London … Read more

Covid vaccine research now helping cancer patients – BBC News

Covid vaccine research now helping cancer patients - BBC News

By Gill Dummigan Health Correspondent, BBC North West 2 hours ago Caption, Adrian Taylor was told his cancer was incurable Ten months ago, Adrian Taylor was told he had incurable cancer and there were few treatment options left. Despite several grueling months of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, her tonsil cancer had spread to her lungs and … Read more

Court of Appeal to hear very low emission zone challenge – BBC News

Court of Appeal to hear very low emission zone challenge - BBC News

4 July 2023, 04:58 WIB Updated 2 minutes ago A judicial review of Sadiq Khan’s plans to expand London’s Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) will be conducted in the High Court. Five Conservative-led councils – Bexley, Bromley, Harrow, Hillingdon and Surrey – have launched legal action over the scheme, which is set to cover all of … Read more

Bank bosses told to explain low savings rates – BBC News

Bank bosses told to explain low savings rates - BBC News

By Michael Race Business journalist, BBC News July 3, 2023 Updated 6 minutes ago image source, Getty’s image The bank’s chief executive has been summoned by Britain’s comptroller to address concerns that savings rates are not rising as fast as mortgages. Bosses at Lloyds, HSBC, NatWest and Barclays will meet with the Financial Conduct Authority … Read more

‘People should plan to retire from driving’ – BBC News

'People should plan to retire from driving' - BBC News

By Jonathan Fagg & Emily Unia BBC news 1 hour ago Caption, Jim Tassell “was cycling along the road on a nice summer day” when he was killed by a vision-impaired driver The number of people contacting the DVLA concerned about a driver’s ability behind the wheel is increasing, a Freedom of Information request shows. … Read more

FTSE 100 Live: Stock flat, Dunelm fell out of favor due to RBC’s downgrade

FTSE 100 Live: Stock flat, Dunelm fell out of favor due to RBC's downgrade

The FTSE 100 was little changed, up 2 points Dunelm fell after RBC was relegated to poor form Homebuilders tumbled as JP Morgan cut its price target 9:28 a.m.: Five-year fixed mortgages top 6% as the pressure continues Mortgage continued to climb higher with the average 5-year residential mortgage rate hitting … Read more

Angry locals living in ‘most beautiful village’ slam ‘inconsiderate tourist’

Angry locals living in 'most beautiful village' slam 'inconsiderate tourist'

Angry locals living in the West’s most picturesque village have decried “inconsiderate tourists” and the continued use of drones. Castle Combe, 30 minutes from Bristol, offers scenic walking routes and quaint old streets, untouched by time. This picturesque village is popular with tourists and has been used as a filming location for blockbusters such as … Read more

Eight nutrition myths (and why they’re wrong)

Eight nutrition myths (and why they're wrong)

1. You need to cut carbs to lose fat This is a common myth surrounding the idea of ​​consuming carbs. Carbohydrates are an important part of a balanced diet. Choosing “complex carbs” over “empty carbs” is the best way forward. Complex carbohydrates provide the body with essential nutrients and energy, as well as B vitamins. … Read more