Coronavirus cases continue to rise across the United States, fueling fears of a fourth wave as officials urge Americans to keep following public health measures. On Monday, the U.S. recorded 69,417 new infections with a seven-day rolling average of 66,159, the highest figure in about a month. In the last week alone, the average number … Read more
Average Briton’s diet is responsible for the loss of four trees every YEAR – with coffee, chocolate, palm oil and beef causing the most destruction Japanese researchers linked images of deforestation to food consumption They found certain countries have a larger impact on different tropical forests Chocolate consumption in the UK is responsible for deforestation … Read more
Pandemic property boom drives mortgage approvals up 38% on long-term average, Bank of England data shows Mortgages for new home purchases 38% above 10-year average in February Approvals dipped slightly compared with January but could surge again following the extension of the stamp duty tax holiday and first-time buyer boosts People borrowed £6.2bn against their … Read more
The average British driver wouldn’t make a claim on their insurance for any damage unless the repair bill exceeds £667, research has revealed. The most common reason for not claiming is because drivers believe the cost of the excess would be higher than the repairs themselves, closely followed by fears that it would bump up … Read more
Motorists have collectively saved £25.6billion on vehicle expenses since the start of lockdown in March 2020, according to a new report. With the public told for most of the previous 12 months to stay home to stay safe, car usage has plummeted over the course of the year. The average owner has spent £670 less … Read more
Average house prices soared by £17,000 last year to an average £249,000 in January as the market defied coronavirus lockdowns. In the second half of 2020, the reopening of the housing market following the easing of coronavirus restrictions unleashed a wave of pent-up demand as households moved to bigger homes outside big cities. Emboldened by … Read more
Property prices in England are now seven times the local salary on average, as house price inflation appears to be outgrowing wages. The typical house costs more than seven times the median annual salary of £31,596, but in some parts of London and the South East the multiple is much higher, reaching up to 27 … Read more
A third of drivers have suffered pothole damage which required repair work and the typical bill has hit nearly £150 Some 32% of drivers polled by Citroen said their cars have been damaged by potholes One in ten have been handed pothole-related repairs bills in excess of £250 Admiral warns that March is the month … Read more
Online grocery group Ocado saw sales surge nearly 40 per cent to £559million in the 13 weeks to 28 February, a new trading update shows. On average, Ocado customers spent £147-a-time on their shop, with Marks & Spencer products ‘consistently’ accounting for over a quarter of the basket. With plans to open further warehouses and … Read more
Average council tax bill will top £2k for millions of households next year as payments are set to rise by 4.3% Typical fee in England is set to rise by £78.31 – or 4.3 per cent – next year Average band D property in North East and South West could pass £2,000 a year Major … Read more