UK Energy Bills Face Critical Two-Week Deadline as Pressure Mounts for Government Action Tuesday, May 12, 2026 energy bills ofgem government pricecap costofliving poverty homes climate uk Ministers are under intense pressure with just two weeks remaining before the energy regulator Ofgem sets the next electricity price cap, a move that could see energy bills surge by 18% in July, followed by an additional 4% … Read More
'I quit Cheltenham for a new life in London - but there's been one massive problem' Monday, April 20, 2026 london cheltenham costofliving urbanlife rurallife commute thegeorgetavern publife housing lifestyle In recent years, a marked shift has emerged in where Brits choose to live. During the Covid-19 pandemic, many left the hustle and bustle of city centres in search of the open countryside and cleaner air. Yet, as restrictions … Read More
University of Gloucestershire Staff Strike Over Pay Dispute Thursday, April 16, 2026 strike pay inflation university gloucestershire unison staff dispute funding costofliving Support staff at the University of Gloucestershire are taking strike action today, Thursday, April 16, after rejecting a pay increase offer they say falls short of covering the cost of living. According to the union UNISON, … Read More
£1 Child Bus Fares Extended Until 2029 to Save West Families Millions Sunday, March 22, 2026 busfares childtravel westofengland affordabletransport publictransport costofliving youthtravel transportinvestment socialinclusion farecap sport The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (WECA) has announced the extension of the £1 child bus fare cap through to spring 2029, a key part of its broader passenger support package aimed at saving families millions in … Read More
£1 Child Bus Fares Extended to 2029, Saving West of England Families Millions Sunday, March 22, 2026 bus fares westofengland transport affordability children publictransport subsidies costofliving youth sport The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (WECA) has announced the extension of the £1 child bus fare cap until spring 2029. This initiative, part of a broader passenger support package, is expected to save families … Read More
How Many Crisps Are Actually Inside Your Favourite Snack Packs? A Surprising Reveal Monday, March 2, 2026 crisps shrinkflation snacks consumer walkers hulahoops packaging netweight costofliving foodindustry The ongoing cost-of-living crisis has forced many households to be more cautious with their grocery spending. One practice that has quietly affected consumers is shrinkflation—the reduction of product sizes while prices stay … Read More