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Price of single-use bags to double in Scotland
Single-use carrier bags are about to get more expensive in Scotland after a motion was backed by MSPs on Holyrood’s Environmental Committee
Louie Chandler
Freelance journalist
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Travellers face extra £1,200 bill if they test positive in quarantine hotels
The initial fee for the 11-night stay in one of the rooms is £1,750 but a positive test would mean an enforced extended stay
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Royal Mint release Mr Men Little Miss coins to mark 50th anniversary
The Royal Mint have announced an anniversary collection of Mr Men Little Miss character coins and they are available to buy now
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100,000 Brits made to wait over 7 months to move house - missing out on tax saving
The new data also shows that the number of new sellers coming to market is down 21% over the last four weeks
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Over 76,000 council homes in England do not meet minimum safety standards
More than 76,000 council homes in England are failing to meet the minimum standards of safety, comfort and repair
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New coronavirus test developed by scientists could lead to easy-to-use home device
Scientists have developed a new two-step coronavirus test that is simpler to use and could make detection of the virus easier.
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Biscuits revealed as Britain’s favourite snack
Biscuits are the favourite sugary snack of Britain, according to a new poll of the population by the British Heart Foundation.
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UK R number drops below 1 for first time since July
The Coronavirus reproduction number, or R number, in the UK has dropped to below one for the first time since July.
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Want to be the next Jackie Weaver? Now is your chance
There are over 2,000 chances to become a council leader with elections taking place in May
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Retro technology is earning eBay sellers hundreds of pounds in lockdown
The old tech in your attic could be worth a lot more than you once thought
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Fines for breaking lockdown rules could rise to £5,000
Members of the public could soon be facing heftier punishments if they break lockdown rules