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Free winter car fixes to prevent breakdowns

Gareth Butterfield reveals five simple, no-cost checks to keep your car running in freezing conditions and avoid a winter breakdown. Essential reading for UK drivers.

7 hidden reasons your UK home stays cold

Discover the surprising factors making your UK home cold despite the heating being on. Expert tips to boost warmth, slash bills, and protect your health this winter.

The Spy Who Came in From the Cold Stage Review

David Eldridge's stage adaptation of John Le Carré's classic spy thriller is a masterclass in tension, playing at Soho Place until 21 February 2026. Book your tickets now.

London Social Housing Decency Crisis Worsens

The percentage of non-decent homes managed by City of London Corporation has surged from 9.6% to 17.6% in just one year. Discover the causes and £110m improvement plan.

Why Nuclear Deterrence is Obsolete Today

A columnist marks her late mother's birthday at a nuclear disarmament meeting, exploring how the anti-nuclear argument has evolved since the 1980s. Discover the new threats to democracy.

London Social Housing Wait List Hits 341,421

New data reveals over 341,000 London households are on the social housing wait list. Shelter blames government failure to build affordable homes. Discover the full story.

Vogue Williams & Spencer Matthews Sell £5.25M Home

Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews sold their stunning £5.25 million London home, revealing interior clashes and family expansion plans. Discover their property journey and future intentions.

Ambitious Forest City Plan East of Cambridge

A cross-party coalition proposes England's first forest city east of Cambridge, with 12,000 acres of woodland and affordable eco-homes. Could this solve the housing crisis?

Grand Designs House of the Year 2025 Shortlist

Discover the six groundbreaking UK homes shortlisted for the Grand Designs House of the Year 2025 award, from coastal retreats to urban transformations. Find out who wins next month!

Ice sculpture highlights UK fuel poverty crisis

A powerful ice sculpture of terraced homes in London exposes the millions in fuel poverty. As energy costs soar, vulnerable households face impossible choices this winter. Discover how you can help.

UK's coldest night at -12C after thundersnow strikes

Britain faces its coldest night this winter with temperatures plunging to -12°C. Schools and roads disrupted as Arctic blast brings thundersnow and icy hazards. Amber health alert remains in force.

Scandinavian secrets for thriving in winter

Discover how Scandinavians embrace long, freezing winters with expert tips on wellbeing, cosy clothing and home rituals. Transform your winter mindset today.

£1.7bn DLR Extension to Thamesmead Approved

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce £1.7bn funding for the DLR extension to Thamesmead, unlocking 25,000 new homes and 10,000 jobs. Discover the transformative impact.

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