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Average age of first time buyer climbs to 34

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:00
A new report looks at how conditions have changed for first time buyers since the 1990s.

Average age of first time buyer climbs to 34

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 12:41
A new report looks at how conditions have changed for first time buyers since the 1990s.

Average age of first time buyer climbs to 34

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 12:41
A new report looks at how conditions have changed for first time buyers since the 1990s.

Have the 30 hours of funded childcare brought down costs for parents?

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 08:11
Free childcare support for working parents varies across the UK, depending on the child's age.

From £12 to £1,000: how much is a prom dress really worth?

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 06:19
Some families are splashing out hundreds on a school prom outfit - but many will only be worn once.

New community food store helps lower food bills

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 06:18
The community grocery store in Crewe aims to bridge the gap between food banks and supermarkets.

Ad for AI editing app which said it could 'remove anything' banned

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 00:00
The UK regulator said the ad condoned "digitally altering and exposing women's bodies without their consent."

Ad for AI editing app which said it could 'remove anything' banned

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 00:00
The UK regulator said the ad condoned "digitally altering and exposing women's bodies without their consent."

Mayors to gain more spending power under Reeves tax plans

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 18:26
The chancellor sets out the government's plan for economic growth, which also includes closer ties to the EU.

Easter holidaymakers switching from Dubai to Spain as flights fill up

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 13:33
It comes after the war in Iran caused mass disruption to flights across the Middle East and UAE.

More than 200 jobs at risk at carmaker Bentley

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 13:00
The news comes as financial results for 2025 show a seventh consecutive year of profitability.

Electricity costs set to rise in Alderney

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 11:35
Electricity costs will rise in Alderney to help ensure the long-term stability of the energy supply.

Typical new mortgage costs soar £788 a year in two weeks

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 11:25
Lenders have hiked rates on new deals and withdrawn products as war creates uncertainty in the markets.

Free energy packs 'to reduce bills by up to £800'

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 11:25
Citizens Advice is offering the packs and advice to residents in Beverley, Bridlington and Goole.

Trump seeks to delay meeting with Xi in China

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 10:33
The escalating war in Iran has overshadowed many of the US' foreign policy objectives

Another former sub postmaster dies awaiting payout

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 10:27
Tributes are paid to Parmod Kalia who ran a branch in Orpington, who has died aged 67.

Typical mortgage costs £788 a year more than before Iran war

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 10:09
Lenders have hiked rates on new deals and withdrawn products as war creates uncertainty in the markets.

Typical mortgage costs £788 a year more than before Iran war

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 10:09
Lenders have hiked rates on new deals and withdrawn products as war creates uncertainty in the markets.

Another former sub postmaster dies awaiting payout

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 09:20
Tributes are paid to Parmod Kalia who ran a branch in Orpington, who has died aged 67.

Car park firm NCP collapses with nearly 700 jobs at risk

Tue, 03/17/2026 - 08:03
The car park operator says demand for parking has not recovered to pre-Covid levels, as its administrators look to sell the business.

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