For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails The latest deal designed to get more would-be first-time buyers into their own homes got the green light this week, with the Government promising that thousands of properties will be built on brownfield sites during 2017. With cash from the Government’s £1.2bn Starter Homes Land Fund, which supports the development of starter homes on sites across England only, every home will be available strictly for current renters aged 23-40 and, crucially, offering a minimum 20 per cent discount on market values. The first wave of homes will be built under partnerships with 30 local authorities including Blackpool, Gloucester, Northumberland, Bristol, Plymouth, Manchester and Luton. But as one big plan to solve the first-time buyer problem launches, so another closes – the Help to Buy Mortgage Guarantee shut up shop on 31 … [Read more...] about Making sense of first time buyer deals
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Transfer news: Man Utd in £25m talks, Gordon to Chelsea close, Ten Hag accepts exit
Premier League transfers update SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The end of the summer transfer window is in sight and there is still likely plenty of business to be done from the Premier League big boys. Manchester United's need for reinforcements was made all too clear during their dismal 4-0 defeat to Brentford on Saturday, and manager Erik ten Hag has reportedly pleaded with the club's superiors to splash the cash. Related articles Man Utd tipped to sack Ten Hag by international break and hire Poch Man Utd icon Rio Ferdinand says they 'might as well' appoint Allardyce With Cristiano Ronaldo looking like he'd rather be anywhere else, the need for a new forward is painfully obvious. The Red … [Read more...] about Transfer news: Man Utd in £25m talks, Gordon to Chelsea close, Ten Hag accepts exit
Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd’s £42m deal, Chelsea line up two transfers, De Jong twist
Premier League transfers update SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info There are just over two weeks to go until the summer transfer window slams shut with both Manchester United and Chelsea particularly involved in the latest drama. Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag may finally be closing in on a new attacker after giving chase for weeks, while the Blues are eyeing up two more deals to add to their collection. Related articles Chelsea make 'fresh' Gordon bid as chat with Lampard comes to light Manchester United 'close to signing' Antony's fellow Brazilian forward United are reportedly closing in on a left-field deal to sign Matheus Cunha for £42million. Man Utd had initially moved for Antony but have been … [Read more...] about Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd’s £42m deal, Chelsea line up two transfers, De Jong twist
‘France is literally on fire’: Jeremy Clarkson blasted as an ‘absolute idiot’ for ‘stupid’ tweet about heatwave
Jeremy Clarkson has come under fire for suggesting that Britain is overreacting to the heatwave across the country. The Met Office has warned that temperatures could rise even further to 43C (109F) tomorrow - with trains already cancelled, hospital appointments axed and schools closed amid warnings that even healthy people could die. Its chief executive Penny Endersby confirmed 'we may well see the hottest day in the UK in history' today - beating the record of 38.7C (101.7F) set in Cambridge in July 2019 - but tomorrow is now expected to be even warmer. Backlash: Jeremy Clarkson has come under fire for suggesting that Britain is overreacting to the heatwave across the country With the UK set to be hotter than the Sahara Desert today, transport links in London were already grinding to a halt due to train cancellations - while roads could melt and bosses have urged employees to work from home. RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next This Morning … [Read more...] about ‘France is literally on fire’: Jeremy Clarkson blasted as an ‘absolute idiot’ for ‘stupid’ tweet about heatwave
50 ways to boost your income as wages fall and cost of living hell hits
THE cost of living crisis is seeing households across the UK doing what they can to cut back on unnecessary costs. And there are ways to boost your cash without even leaving your home . We've compiled a list of some 50 ways to earn a bit of extra dosh on the side, from selling your old clothes or becoming a part-time product tester. If you're unable to work, have a full-time job or are maybe a stay at home parent, there are loads of things you can do to earn some extra money. And the extra cash may go a long way for millions of households who are battling against a cost of living crisis. Soaring energy bills and rising inflation has meant households are having to fork out more just for everyday essentials. If you are looking at making some extra money on the side, don't be put off by the thought of paying more tax on the cash you make. Normally, you'd have to pay tax on any earnings over the personal allowance for basic tax-payers , which is £12,570 for … [Read more...] about 50 ways to boost your income as wages fall and cost of living hell hits