Gloucester Council Proposes Nearly 3% Tax Increase Amid £15.5m Bailout Bid Friday, February 13, 2026 gloucester counciltax budget bailout finance taxincrease localgovernment savings inflation emergencyfunding Gloucester households face a proposed 2.99% rise in council tax alongside increased parking fees this year as the city council attempts to secure a £15.5 million emergency bailout loan from the Government. For band D … Read More
Gloucester Council Proposes 3% Tax Increase Amid £15.5m Government Bailout Request Friday, February 13, 2026 gloucester counciltax budget emergencyfunding localgovernment finance taxhike bailout recovery savings Residents of Gloucester face a nearly 3% increase in council tax alongside higher parking fees this year as the city council aims to secure a £15.5 million emergency loan from the Government. For band D properties, the … Read More
I Tested Supermarket Toothpastes – Winner Was £2.50 Cheaper Than Colgate Sunday, February 8, 2026 toothpaste supermarket budget dentalcare aldi colgate mint taste oralhealth comparison For years, I stuck to my trusted toothpaste, believing it was the best choice for keeping my teeth fresh and spotless. But recently, as prices crept up, I wondered if there might be more affordable options that didn’t … Read More
I Tested Supermarket Toothpastes – The Winner Was £2.50 Cheaper Than Colgate Sunday, February 8, 2026 toothpaste supermarket aldi colgate budget oralcare freshness dental mint toothpastecomparison For years, I’ve stuck with my trusted toothpaste, believing it was the best choice to keep my teeth fresh and clean. Lately, however, the rising price has made me reconsider. Toothpaste feels surprisingly expensive, so … Read More
Waitrose Own-Brand Chocolate Hazelnut Spread Named the UK's Best, Surpassing Nutella and Others Friday, February 6, 2026 chocolate hazelnut spread waitrose nutella supermarket taste-test which budget pancakes Chocolate hazelnut spread has become a beloved staple in British kitchens, enjoyed on toast, mixed into porridge, or drizzled on pancakes. While Nutella is the most famous brand, it can be expensive and isn’t always … Read More
Gloucester Taxpayers Face Increased Costs on £107m The Forum Project Due to Rising Interest Rates Wednesday, February 4, 2026 gloucester theforum redevelopment interestrates citycouncil borrowing king’squarter publicworksloanboard budget construction Gloucester City Council’s ambitious £107 million redevelopment project, The Forum, is set to cost taxpayers more than initially expected, primarily due to a sharp rise in interest rates since the project was conceived. … Read More