Helen Mulroy BBC News, Bedfordshire Reporting fromKempston Hardwick BBC A charity said it was concerned about the impact thousands of new workers would have on a town’s property market A charity warned building Europe’s first Universal theme park would put people at risk of losing their homes. Prime Minister Sir Kier Starmer confirmed in April…
Katy AustinTransport correspondent and Jamie WhiteheadBBC News PA Media Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has approved plans for a second runway at London Gatwick Airport, as the government looks for economic growth opportunities. The £2.2bn privately-financed project involves in effect moving the current Northern Runway 12 metres to bring it into regular use, as well as…
Getty Images Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast as unsettled weather returns to the UK after a summer which saw a number of heatwaves. Temperatures are expected to drop and there is a risk of thunderstorms. How can you prepare and protect your home before a storm hits? There are a number of steps…
Demand for online jewellery helped boost retail sales in December, despite a difficult festive period overall for retailers, figures show. Sales were up 0.4% from the previous month, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said, citing online jewellers reporting an increased demand for precious metals such as gold and silver. Internet shopping performed well, while…
