- Lauren Abbott

Supermarkets launch price war with 19p Christmas veg offer

Supermarkets are beginning to offer cut-price deals on essential Christmas vegetables as retailers battle to attract shoppers as food prices soar.

Am I liable if someone falls on a path I've cleared?

Am I liable if someone falls on a path I've cleared?

As the icy snap continues here's what the law says about clearing ice or snow from cars, paths and roads.

Toxic grit and other winter hazards vets say make animals ill

Toxic grit and other winter hazards vets say make animals ill

The British Veterinary Association is urging pet owners to protect animals from the dangers posed by the current cold snap and here's its advice.

Days left to use Second Class post as backlogs build

10 December 2022

Days left to use Second Class post as backlogs build

10 December 2022

Strike action by Royal Mail workers is reportedly leading to a backlog of deliveries with final Christmas posting dates now just days away.

Who will get cold weather payments when temperatures plummet?

09 December 2022

Who will get cold weather payments when temperatures plummet?

09 December 2022

With the UK entering a severe cold snap the icy weather could trigger cold weather payments but who is entitled to extra cash and how do you get it?

First King Charles 50p enters circulation and here's how to get one

First King Charles 50p enters circulation and here's how to get one

The first coins featuring the face of King Charles will begin appearing in people's change but how can you be among the first to get one?

'Christmas Eve boxes should be banished – what a waste of money!'

'Christmas Eve boxes should be banished – what a waste of money!'

Columnist Lauren Abbott says Christmas Eve boxes are just another way of making parents spend money and are unnecessary.

Newbury driving test centre to be affected by strike action

Newbury driving test centre to be affected by strike action

Driving test examiners across the UK have announced a series of strikes for December and January.

500 gritters on standby as cold snap moves in

500 gritters on standby as cold snap moves in

National Highways says a fleet of more than 500 gritters is ready to treat England's motorways and A-roads as the severe cold weather arrives.

December's full 'Cold' Moon to be visible as temperatures fall

December's full 'Cold' Moon to be visible as temperatures fall

The last full Moon of 2022 – aptly named a Cold Moon – will be visible as temperatures plummet below freezing.

Severe cold warning for residents... but what's the advice?

Severe cold warning for residents... but what's the advice?

Bitterly cold weather and freezing temperatures are on their way but what is the official advice for the icy snap ahead?

Thousands of Christmas train services set to be cancelled

Thousands of Christmas train services set to be cancelled

Thousands of train services face cancellations in the coming weeks thanks to further strikes by the RMT and here's when disruption is expected.

The signs and symptoms of Strep A infection

The signs and symptoms of Strep A infection

Parents are being told to trust their judgement if their child is unwell after the deaths of six children and a steep rise in Strep A infections.

Second Harry Potter themed coin goes on sale

Second Harry Potter themed coin goes on sale

The second coin in an exclusive Harry Potter collection has been released by the Royal Mint and this time features the Hogwarts Express.

Cold weather alert issued for England with -10ºC possible

Cold weather alert issued for England with -10ºC possible