Quirky festival bucks the trend and sells out on its 10th anniversary
One of Bristol’s most quirky and eccentric music festivals is bucking the trend of events struggling with ticket sales and rising costs. Outcider Festival, which is in its 10th anniversary…
The 50-year-old bridge over the River Avon with a tragic backstory
The Avonmouth Bridge is an instantly recognisable bridge for many people in Bristol, particularly for those who travel on the Portway which travels underneath the bridge. The bridge forms part…
Cameron Walker reveals how he would spend the perfect day
Nobody’s day is totally perfect, no matter what it appears like on the surface. But if I am lucky enough to enjoy a couple of these things in a day,…
‘Labour must ditch ill-perceived populist agenda and not repeat the failings of previous governments’ – Craig Whittaker
The latest backlog figures for people waiting for treatment on the NHS show the highest since records began in 2007. The challenge for the new Labour government is whether to…
Nurse, 85, warns ‘state pension doesn’t go far enough’ as she struggles to afford rising housing costs
Pensioners are “living a nightmare” as they struggle to keep up with rising prices during retirement. Those relying on their state pension with minimal savings are left out of pocket…
POLL OF THE DAY: Do you trust Labour when it comes to YOUR state pension? – VOTE NOW
Pensioners could see the new state pension rise from the following economic year, if wage growth remains at a similar level. Annual growth in total earnings in March to May…
Open day four: Justin Rose and Dan Brown eyeing history books
England’s Justin Rose and Dan Brown had history in their sights on what promised to be a thrilling final day of the 152nd Open Championship. Rose and Brown were part…
Inheritance tax warning as families have just months to pay bill once loved one passes away – ‘timing is crucial’
Britons are warned they must pay inheritance tax (IHT) by the end of the sixth month after a person has died. Without effective planning, families could be left to sell…
‘The Bank of England shouldn’t wait any longer – It’s time to cut interest rates’, writes Patrick O’Donnell
The Bank of England should not wait any longer and take action. Now is the time to cut interest rates and slash the price of borrowing. Many Britons have been…
6 biggest mistakes people make at Disneyland – and how to avoid them
A UK travel expert has weighed in on the biggest dos and don’ts for anyone heading to Disneyland on holiday. Disneyland continues to be one of the most magical places…