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Average age of first time buyer climbs to 34
A new report looks at how conditions have changed for first time buyers since the 1990s. Source link
Have the 30 hours of funded childcare brought down costs for parents?
Free childcare support for working parents varies across the UK, depending on the child’s age. Source link
From £12 to £1,000: how much is a prom dress really worth?
Some families are splashing out hundreds on a school prom outfit – but many will only be worn once. Source link
New community food store helps lower food bills
The community grocery store in Crewe aims to bridge the gap between food banks and supermarkets. Source link
More than 200 jobs at risk at carmaker Bentley
The news comes as financial results for 2025 show a seventh consecutive year of profitability. Source link
Electricity costs set to rise in Alderney
Electricity costs will rise in Alderney to help ensure the long-term stability of the energy supply. Source link
Free energy packs 'to reduce bills by up to £800'
Citizens Advice is offering the packs and advice to residents in Beverley, Bridlington and Goole. Source link
Another former sub postmaster dies awaiting payout
Tributes are paid to Parmod Kalia who ran a branch in Orpington, who has died aged 67. Source link
Typical mortgage costs £788 a year more than before Iran war
Lenders have hiked rates on new deals and withdrawn products as war creates uncertainty in the markets. Source link
Sinn Féin shirking responsibilities on oil bills, says Lyons
The communities minister was giving his reaction to the £17m support package announced by the UK government. Source link