Ex-Tory donor Richard Walker set for Labour peerage
Iceland supermarket executive chair Richard Walker, a former Conservative supporter, is to be appointed as a Labour peer by Keir Starmer. Discover the details of his political transformation.
Iceland supermarket executive chair Richard Walker, a former Conservative supporter, is to be appointed as a Labour peer by Keir Starmer. Discover the details of his political transformation.
From Belgian honey cakes to Italian sugared jellies, discover the local delicacies and supermarket treasures travel experts always bring home from holidays across Europe.
Can mass-produced mince pies compete with homemade? Our experts blind-taste 12 supermarket contenders to find the best bargain and the worst festive offender. Discover the results.
Lidl submits fresh plans for a mixed-use development in Croydon, featuring a supermarket, 13 new homes, and creating up to 40 jobs. Residents can view the proposals now.
Our food writer ranks the 2025 Christmas adverts from UK supermarkets like Asda, Tesco, and M&S. Discover which festive campaigns stole the show and which fell flat.
A crisp addict taste-tests the season's most novel snacks, from Waitrose's winning tortilla chips to Doritos' disastrous gingerbread flavour. Find out which festive packets are worth your money.
On the 70th anniversary of the Montgomery bus boycott, we examine the quieter, systemic racism in housing that continues to ravage Black communities, as seen through Rosa Parks' vacant Detroit home.
A damning report reveals deep distrust in FIFA and the IOC over handling athletes convicted of sexual offences, as the 2026 World Cup final venue is confirmed. Read the full investigation.
Morrisons introduces 'Talking Tills' to encourage customer conversation, tackling UK loneliness. The scheme runs from 4-7 December amid debate over self-checkouts.
Morrisons introduces 'Talking Tills' for slower, chat-friendly checkouts from Dec 4-7, supporting Good Morning Britain's anti-loneliness campaign. Learn how the initiative works.
A major study reveals strict border controls are increasing demand for smugglers and raising their prices, undermining government efforts to 'break the business model'. Read the full analysis.
New data reveals weight-loss jabs are altering UK grocery sales and Christmas plans, with 1.5 million users affecting supermarket demand. Discover the £40bn sector shift.
A blind taste test of over a dozen supermarket sorbets reveals the top picks and surprising failures. Discover which brands deliver a taste of summer and which to avoid.
A damning official report finds a quarter of police forces in England and Wales lack basic policies for investigating sexual offences, despite promises of change after Sarah Everard's murder. Read the full findings.
Lidl unveils 'Lidl Wrapped' festive wrapping paper, showcasing the top products bought in 10 UK cities. Free gift-wrapping stations open from 4th-17th December.
Lidl has submitted fresh plans for a supermarket and housing in Hamsey Green, Croydon, promising 40 jobs and new homes on a site vacant for over a decade. Read more and find out how to view the proposals.
Rev Dr Michael Fox recalls a surprising school interview from 20 years ago where children of immigrants expressed hardline immigration views, foreshadowing the current stance of Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood.
Jeremy Clarkson reveals his children are considering staying abroad after Costa Rica holiday. The TV star criticises UK tax policies and entrepreneurship climate. Read his full comments.
Sainsbury's has integrated its Nectar loyalty scheme with Deliveroo, allowing members to earn points on grocery orders. Find out how to collect points and what this means for UK shoppers.
A new Aldi store opens on Old Kent Road, SE15 on December 11, offering festive shoppers the UK's cheapest groceries and special Christmas hours.
Asda chairman Allen Leighton brands the Autumn Budget 'anti-growth' as supermarket sales decline due to disruptive IT handover from Walmart. Read the full analysis.
Asda reports 3.8% sales decline to £5.1bn, blaming self-inflicted IT issues while criticising government for 'killing consumer confidence'. Read the full analysis.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth proposes cutting military support for Scouting America over its inclusive policies, potentially ending a century-long partnership. Discover the implications.
A journalist put Lidl's festive range to the test, buying a full Christmas dinner for four people. The final bill of just £27.09 for turkey, all the trimmings, pudding and fizz delivered a stunning budget victory.
Dozens of elite US universities including Harvard and Yale risk losing state department research partnerships over diversity hiring practices. Discover which institutions are affected.
Marks & Spencer reveals plans for 200 new or revamped London food halls, aiming to transform its store estate by 2028. Discover the full list of locations set for expansion.
Lidl slashes Christmas dinner prices, offering a festive feast for eight people for just £12. The budget supermarket promises it's the cheapest deal on the market. Discover the savings!
A family of four shares their Asda delivery pass nightmare with repeated substitutions and late deliveries. Discover your consumer rights and how they secured a full refund.
New Pew Research shows 70% of Latino voters disapprove of Donald Trump's presidency, with significant concerns over immigration and economic policies. Discover the shifting political landscape.
Tesco Clubcard holders must use vouchers worth £16.5 million before 30 November deadline. Learn how to check expiry dates and maximise savings with special offers.