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Uxbridge bowling centre prepares to celebrate first birthday
HOLLYWOOD Bowl in Uxbridge is celebrating its first birthday this weekend with an offer to customers who have supported them over the past 12 months.
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Misuse of stolen Blue Badge costs West Drayton man £1,500
A FATHER has been ordered to pay more than £1,500 after being caught using a stolen Blue Badge in Hillingdon.
The rise of ‘space stretching’: Why British homeowners are staying put
People across Britain are staying put and reshaping their homes instead of packing up and moving on, as new research reveals high costs and family ties are keeping homeowners rooted.
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Comedian opens up on vital role families play caring for loved ones
Unpaid carers across the UK are effectively working a second job just to help loved ones access healthcare, often at high personal, financial, and emotional cost, new research reveals.
Millions of Brits ‘unaware’ of what Omega-3 actually does
Brits may be missing out on the great benefits of Omega-3 in supporting healthy ageing, a new study has found.
Brits most likely to ditch evening plans in afternoon ‘bail window’
From after-work drinks to long-awaited catch-ups, evening plans often start with the best intentions - but by late afternoon, many Brits are already thinking about cancelling, according to new research.
Hayes man charged after fatal M4 crash at West Drayton
A HAYES man has been charged after a couple died following a collision on the M4.
Debenhams reveal new partnership with Revolution Beauty
Debenhams have announced a new licensing agreement with Revolution Beauty that will see them develop beauty and fragrance products across their brands.
BA boss warns costly aviation taxes and rail tickets are stunting UK growth
UK lagging behind rivals on tourism growth because of travel costs and lack of joined-up planning, says CEO Sean DoyleThe cost of travel to and around the UK is keeping millions of tourists away and slowing economic growth, the boss of British Airways said, as he urged a rethink of aviation taxes.Th...
Maple review findings demand action to tackle entrepreneurship inequality
Publishing its final landmark report today, The Maple Review – an independent Government-backed Review - is calling for the introduction of a National Public-Private Partnership-backed Business Skills Guarantee for secondary schools and the creation of a National...
British public firmly back fish and chips as UK’s best loved dish
According to a new poll of 2,000 UK adults, a whopping nine in ten (89.8%) believe fish and chips is Britain’s best-loved dish.
Brits have worked out the perfect time for a catch up and it’s oddly specific
When it comes to meeting up with friends, many of us feel that life, work and commitments at home get in the way.
Hillingdon sets standard for seizing illegal vapes
HILLINGDON features in the top 10 authorities in the UK for the seizure of illegal vapes, e-liquids and e-cigarettes.
The toastie renaissance: Brits demand simplicity and convenience
In a world of crowded countertops and overcomplicated gadgets, the British public is leading a toaster renaissance.
University corrected for calling Jaffa Cakes a biscuit - reigniting row
The infamous cake-versus-biscuit debate has, once again, been reignited after The University of Buckingham’s Debate Society took to social media to declare, incorrectly, that Jaffa Cakes are biscuits.
Ruislip couple fund screening day in memory of tragic son
FUNDS raised by a Ruislip family, in memory of their son, will provide 100 young people with the opportunity to be tested for potentially dangerous heart conditions.
Families encouraged to nominate their school for a free residential trip
New research from Hyundai Motor UK reveals an overwhelming agreement among parents that access to school trips should not depend on family finances, with 81% saying that no child should miss out, due to cost.
10 year's worth of free energy being given away to one lucky customer this month
British Gas has announced it will give away 10 year's worth of energy, worth £16,410 to one of its membership customers as part of the energy providers growing membership scheme rewards.
Phew! Cowboy theme is scorcher at Harefield care home
RESIDENTS, staff and guests at Cedar House care home in Harefield enjoyed an afternoon of cowboy-themed fun at its annual barn dance, held on one of the hottest days of the year.
The search for nation’s favourite business begins
Applications for the Nation’s Favourite Businesses has opened as part of the upcoming celebrations of this year’s Small Business Saturday UK, taking place on December 5 2026.