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Homeowners face tougher planning appeals rules from April as the government limits second chances and tightens what can be considered after a refusal

Rogue asbestos trader altered lab results and misled homeowners into paying for unnecessary removal work, a court has heard

Neighbour dispute over garden washing line escalates after complaints about outdoor laundry spark mention of possible council involvement

Octopus Energy have launched a 300-home development in Wisbech, set to become the UK’s largest scheme offering zero energy bills for at least 10 years

Industry figures and developers warn London housing delivery has fallen dramatically short of need, with starts reported at just 5,891 in 2025

New UK wiring rules affect where key electrical systems such as EV chargers, batteries and smart wiring can be installed inside and around the home

England’s new Simpler Recycling rules aim to reduce landfill and contamination, but what happens if you toss recyclables into the general waste bin?

Simple kitchen leftovers can be used as natural deterrents for common garden pests this April, as part of Mary Berry garden pest tips for low-chemical, seasonal gardening

New UK wiring regulations published by the IET and BSI restrict where home battery systems can be installed, ruling out lofts and other higher-risk areas

While most councils prepare for England’s biggest recycling overhaul in decades, a growing list of authorities have secured exemptions allowing them to delay new food waste rules until as late as 2043