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Lloyds Banking Group has announced major changes to its First-Time Buyer Boost programme, committing an additional £1billion in mortgage lending to support more people trying to enter the housing market. The move marks the group’s largest expansion of the scheme since its launch 16 months ago.The bank will lower the minimum household income requirement from £50,000 to £40,000, extending access to enhanced borrowing terms at both Lloyds and Halifax branches. The shift broadens eligibility for thousands of prospective homeowners.Self-employed buyers will also be included in the scheme for the first time. They will receive the same loan-to-income ratios as employed…
Television presenter Jeff Brazier found himself in an awkward moment when he experienced an unexpected setback live on Good Morning Britain.The presenter had been attempting to deliver news of an £80,000 prize during Friday morning’s broadcast of the ITV show..The 46-year-old, who regularly presents competition segments across ITV’s daytime programming, placed a call to inform the fortunate winner of her substantial prize.Rather than the anticipated jubilation, the recipient responded with immediate scepticism, suspecting the call might be fraudulent. Jeff Brazier ended up in an awkward situation on GMB | ITVWhen Mr Brazier asked whether she had entered a competition, the…
Many people blame carbohydrates for their expanding waistlines, but the real culprits behind belly fat are often hiding in plain sight, an expert has warned. Gaining weight around the middle happens when we consistently consume more calories than we burn and is rarely about cutting out bread or pasta.According to PT and transformation coach Rachel Solway, a major component people overlook is the small everyday choices that quietly push them over their calorie needs.”Most people assume they’ve gained belly fat because they’ve eaten too many carbs, but more often than not, that isn’t the case,” she told GB News. “Belly…
Cadle Primary School / XJames ‘Jamie’ Richards served as head teacher of Cadle Primary School from 2011 to 2021A head teacher from Swansea who exposed himself to members of staff in school and while on a school trip has been banned from working in schools in Wales for at least 15 years.James ‘Jamie’ Richards was head of Cadle Primary School in Swansea from 2011 to 2021.Richard’s behaviour was described as “predatory” and “sexualised” with the father-of-two banned from working in maintained or non-maintained schools after a professional standards panel found all allegations against him to be proven.During the four-day hearing,…
Two of those have come via knockout and three by submission, demonstrating his all-round game.His last performance in March against former title challenge Michael Chandler was Pimblett’s most impressive showing yet, where he outclassed the American on the feet and the ground.UFC commentator Jon Anik welcomed Pimblett to “the elite” after that win, which has seen him rise into the UFC’s lightweight top five.There are critics who point to Pimblett’s match-ups as being favourable towards the Briton, with wins over Chandler, Tony Ferguson and Bobby Green coming towards the end of their careers.Chandler was 38 when Pimblett won, Ferguson was…
Jayne McCubbin, BreakfastandAngela Ferguson,North WestFamily handoutAn inquest into Sam Gardiner’s death found insufficient tyre tread was a contributing factor to the crashThe mother of former Race Across the World contestant Sam Gardiner is urging motorists to do regular safety checks on their tyres after the death of her son in a crash.An inquest into Mr Gardiner’s death found insufficient tyre tread was a contributing factor in the collision which led to his death.The 24-year-old had been driving on the A34 near Manchester when his car left the road and rolled before landing on its side in May this year, Greater…
Violence erupted at Villa Park on Thursday evening when Young Boys supporters attacked police attempting to keep the peace, with officers appearing to have been punched in the face.Away fans pelted Aston Villa forward Donyell Malen with projectiles during their Europa League encounter.Two individuals were detained on allegations of affray and assaulting an officer following disturbances in the Doug Ellis Stand’s lower section.Superintendent Paul Minor confirmed on Friday that authorities would not accept violent behaviour at football grounds.He noted that whilst most spectators behaved appropriately, a small group of visiting supporters caused disorder and interrupted the match.Police are examining body-worn…
Rachel Reeves has been warned her Budget will lead to “truly dismal” living standards, as economists have issued a damning verdict.The Budget, announced on Wednesday, will leave workers thousands of pounds worse off by stealth taxes, experts have said.Living standards are expected to stagnate, while average disposable income is to rise by just 0.5 per cent over each of the next five years, representing the second-lowest growth in living standards on record.Average disposable income is the measure of people’s earnings after tax.The Chancellor announced £30billion of tax rises, including a three-year freeze in income tax thresholds that will raise £12.7billion.The…
The Duke of Edinburgh delivered a theatrical performance whilst slicing a large celebration cake at the British High Commission in Ghana during his official tour.Prince Edward brandished the ceremonial knife above his head as an event host initiated a countdown from six.When the count reached zero, the royal brought the blade down with gusto to slice through the confection.The prince then raised the knife triumphantly whilst the assembled guests erupted in applause.The Duke of Edinburgh delivered a theatrical performance whilst slicing a large celebration cake at the British High Commission in Ghana during his official tour. | PAUnable to resist…
A south-east England publican says he faces an annual bill increase of £62,000, despite Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledging to introduce the most favourable tax framework for hospitality businesses since 1991. Phil Thorley, proprietor of Thorley Taverns, said 17 out of 18 ofn his venues will experience higher business rates when the new measures begin.Ms Reeves had announced support for pubs, restaurants and small retailers through increased levies on large commercial properties, including distribution centres run by online retailers. However, operators across the hospitality sector report that the expected savings have not materialised.Government officials say that standard independent pubs will save…