Royal Mail delays affected around 16 million people over Christmas, Citizens Advice says
Around 16 million people in the UK received Christmas letters or parcels later than expected during the most recent festive period, according to new research that has raised fresh concerns…
Bristol care providers weigh exit from council contracts as costs outpace fees
Care companies in Bristol say rising costs now exceed the fees they receive for council-funded care, prompting warnings that some providers may stop taking new local authority work. Managers and…
One in four new legal services companies close within five years, Companies House analysis reports
A new analysis of Companies House records reports that around a quarter of newly registered businesses in the UK legal services sector do not reach their fifth year of trading.…
One in four new legal services companies close within five years, Companies House analysis reports
A new analysis of Companies House records reports that around a quarter of newly registered businesses in the UK legal services sector do not reach their fifth year of trading.…
US civil liberties concerns intensify after federal actions in Minneapolis
Concerns about civil liberties and the use of federal enforcement powers in the United States have intensified following a series of incidents in Minneapolis that have drawn national attention. Two…
Mediterranean family hotels highlighted as demand grows for child-friendly travel
A new round-up has identified 50 family-friendly hotels across the Mediterranean, reflecting sustained demand for holidays that combine warm climates, accessible beaches and structured activities for children. The selection spans…
EU health security drive ends with online hub to support cross-border preparedness
Europe’s drive to strengthen joint public health action has entered a new phase as the EU Initiative on Health Security comes to a close, with an online resource remaining open…
Six injured after knife attack at Kurdish demonstration in Antwerp
Six people were injured in a knife attack during a demonstration in Antwerp, Belgian police said on Thursday evening. Two of those hurt were reported to be in a critical…
Warm Neutrals Lead 2026 Interior Trends as Paint Picks Signal a Softer Home Palette
A wave of 2026 colour-of-the-year announcements has settled on the same message for homes: step away from high-chroma statements and lean into warmth. Paint and design companies have highlighted palettes…
Intergenerational wealth transfers highlight legal and advisory challenges in estate planning
The transfer of wealth between generations is set to increase significantly in the UK, raising legal, administrative and advisory questions around how estates are managed and how beneficiaries engage with…