Government bans unwanted advertising mail from 2026
New UK law from 2026 will stop businesses sending unaddressed adverts to households that opt out. Find out how to stop junk mail and what it means for you.
New UK law from 2026 will stop businesses sending unaddressed adverts to households that opt out. Find out how to stop junk mail and what it means for you.
Facing an unwanted gift? Explore the social minefield of regifting and charity shop donations, with true stories of awkward discoveries and expert advice on handling it gracefully.
New research shows 8 in 10 Brits recoup costs from unwanted presents, with clothes most likely to be returned. Expert advice on your consumer rights.
Data reveals Sunday 4th January as the busiest day for selling unwanted Christmas gifts online. Get expert tips to declutter and turn your unused items into cash.
Sadiq Khan's 2021 pledge to ban gambling ads on London's transport network remains unfulfilled, with firms spending nearly £5m in the interim. The Mayor's office blames a lack of government guidance.
Doctor Who star Christopher Eccleston releases powerful 15-minute anti-gambling film, 'Stacking the Deck', calling for ad restrictions and criticising celebrity endorsements. Read the full story and find support links.
A Which? survey uncovers the UK's most disappointing Christmas presents, from used pyjamas to Spurs books for Chelsea fans. Discover the findings and expert advice on gift returns.
A survey reveals Marmite-scented deodorant as the UK's most unwanted Christmas present. Discover the other festive faux pas and what Brits really want to receive.
From used pyjamas to rotten fruit, a new Which? survey reveals the UK's worst Christmas gifts. Find out what Brits do with unwanted presents and how to avoid gifting fails.
Discover how to turn unwanted Christmas presents into amazing deals on eBay. Our guide reveals the best categories, search tips, and timing strategies for savvy UK shoppers.
The Advertising Standards Authority has banned misleading 'best price' claims from ScotRail, Greater Anglia, and My Train Ticket. Discover what this means for UK rail passengers and fare transparency.
Denmark's state postal service stops all letter deliveries from 30 December, cutting 1,500 jobs. As letter volumes plummet globally, is the UK's Royal Mail on a similar path? Read our analysis.
Test your festive knowledge with the Guardian's bumper Christmas culture quiz. From pantomime stars to snowy TV plots, see if you can top the leaderboard. Download the app for more puzzles!
Discover the practical reason Royal Mail postal workers wear shorts all year, even in freezing weather. It's not about toughness, but temperature regulation during their demanding rounds.
The UK government has announced a watershed ban on TV ads for HFSS foods before 9pm. Discover how this new policy aims to tackle childhood obesity and its impact on the food industry.
Plan your festive post with our complete guide to Post Office opening hours over Christmas and New Year 2025. Check your branch times now to avoid disappointment.
Royal Mail warns of significant delivery disruptions in 117 UK postcodes, with no guarantee parcels will arrive before Christmas. See the full list of affected areas.
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Meta is testing a new feature where users must pay to share links on Facebook. This could drastically reduce traffic to news sites and reshape online content. Read the full analysis.
The Advertising Standards Authority has banned social media ads for Chequp, MedExpress and SkinnyJab, ruling they illegally promoted prescription drugs and exploited body image concerns. Read the full ruling.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy must decide on a probe into the Daily Mail owner's £500m Telegraph takeover. The deal, now formally requested, raises questions about media plurality and foreign influence. Read the latest developments.
Amid global turmoil and a cost of living crisis, UK retailers like John Lewis and M&S craft complex Christmas ads. Explore how they sell joy in difficult times.
Don't miss the last posting dates for Christmas 2025. Get the final deadlines for Royal Mail, Evri, DPD, Parcelforce and major retailers to ensure gifts arrive on time.
Don't miss the festive post! Our complete guide reveals the last UK & international posting dates for Royal Mail & couriers, plus tips to save money and avoid delivery stress this Christmas.
The Post Office urges Britons to send Christmas gifts early to avoid the expected busiest day on December 8. A survey reveals a surge in festive parcel sending plans.
UK Christmas shoppers are urged to check postal deadlines now. The first cut-off for overseas parcels is 5 December, with UK deadlines following. Avoid missed gifts by planning ahead.
Royal Mail has announced the final date for children to send letters to Santa and receive a free reply. Ensure your child's festive wish list arrives in time for Christmas 2025.
Get the latest headlines and essential updates for Thursday, 4 December 2025. Stay informed on the day's top stories and breaking news.
The ASA has banned adverts from Nike, Superdry and Lacoste for making unsubstantiated environmental claims. Discover how regulators are cracking down on greenwashing.
The UK's ad watchdog bans Nike, Superdry, and Lacoste for misleading sustainability claims. Discover why their 'green' ads broke the rules and what it means for consumers.