Household budgets have come under pressure as prices soared in the wake of the pandemic.
Month: May 2024
Man held under mental health act after killing wife
James Gumbrell, 65, killed his wife Deborah at their home in Northbourne Close in October 2022.
Royal Navy warship deployed to protect trade routes
HMS Duncan sets off from Portsmouth on route to the Middle East and the coast of Yemen.
UK’s oldest lido to remain closed amid flood damage
The lido re-opened in September following years of campaigning by volunteers.
Beckham scores Euros deal with China tech giant
The announcement comes as the Euros football tournament is due to kick off in Germany next month.
Search for meteor fragments after bright fireball
People around Blythe Bridge and Uttoxeter are being asked to look out for “dark shiny rocks”.
Motor yacht rescued by RNLI in 11-hour operation
Two adults and three children suffering from seasickness were rescued by the Exmouth crew.
More than 120 business chiefs sign letter backing Labour
More than 120 bosses endorse Labour’s economic plans ahead of the election saying it is “time for a change”.
Tories pledge ‘Triple Lock Plus’ pension allowance
The Conservatives pledge to raise the tax-free pension allowance by at least 2.5% a year if they win the election.
Labour MP Kevin Brennan says he is standing down
The MP said he had changed his mind about standing in the general election after talks with family.
