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First-time buyers to save hundreds in sales plan, government says

Under new proposals, sellers and estate agents will have to provide key information about a property up front.

First-time buyers to save hundreds in sales plan, government says

Under new proposals, sellers and estate agents will have to provide key information about a property up front.

How the US got left behind in the global electric car race

Despite a recent surge in demand, the US is a laggard in EV sales compared to much of the rest of the world.

Halloween costume swap aims to save families money

Used children's Halloween costumes can be exchanged, free of charge, until 31 October.

How the US got left behind in the global electric car race

Despite a recent surge in demand, the US is a laggard in EV sales compared to much of the rest of the world.

Rail firm fined £1m over train passenger’s death

Bethan Roper was killed in 2018 when she leaned out of a droplight window on a moving train.

Harrods sets aside more than £60m for abuse compensation

The Met Police says 146 people have come forward to report a crime in their investigation into the decease ex-owner of the luxury department store.

Harrods sets aside more than £60m for abuse compensation

The Met Police says 146 people have come forward to report a crime in their investigation into the decease ex-owner of the luxury department store.

Rail firm fined £1m over train passenger’s death

Bethan Roper was killed in 2018 when she leaned out of a droplight window on a moving train.

They paid thousands for a cruise that hasn’t sailed. Now they can’t get their money back

The BBC has been speaking to retirees who want the firm selling the cruise to stop advertising and refund their deposits.