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TV licence UK rules in 2026 explained: who must pay, £159 cost, streaming and BBC iPlayer rules, TV Licensing visits, enforcement powers, exemptions and what happens if you do not pay.

What is a TV licence in the UK — and do you really need one in 2026

UK insurers processed a record £4bn in private medical claims in 2024, ABI data published in Jan 2026 shows. Workplace schemes reached £2.6bn as coverage rose to 6.5m people.

Why did UK health insurance claims hit a record £4bn in 2024 as workplace cover surged

The Volvo EX60 electric SUV enters the UK’s hottest EV segment with up to 505 miles of range, ultra-fast 800V charging and new software tech. Renews explains specs, trims and prices.

Will the Volvo EX60 reshape the UK electric SUV market with 505-mile range and 800V charging

Warm Homes Plan solar panels explained: announced 20 January 2026, £15bn funding, who qualifies for grants and loans, rollout from 2026–2030, and how UK and London households could cut energy bills.

What is known about Warm Homes Plan solar panels and when UK and London households will benefit

Detailed facts on the amazon warehouse disease outbreak in Coventry as Amazon confirms TB cases, NHS screening, UKHSA response, worker testing and safety measures at the fulfilment centre.

Where did Amazon warehouse disease outbreak occur in Coventry with NHS and UKHSA testing confirmed

Orient Express return 2026–27 for UK travellers: what’s launched (La Dolce Vita), what’s planned next for the 17-car heritage revival, key routes, how booking works, and how it differs from Belmond’s Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.

When will the Orient Express return? 2026 dates, routes, prices and booking for UK travellers

Staff leasing UK explained: what staff leasing is, how employee leasing companies manage payroll, taxes and HR compliance in Britain with practical costs, legal facts and real examples.

What Is Staff Leasing UK and How Employee Leasing Companies Manage Payroll in Britain Today UK Guide

UK perfume recall 2026: Hello by Lionel Richie and Benetton Hot sold at Savers recalled over banned ingredient Lilial. Check barcodes, health risks and how to get a full refund in UK stores.

Which perfumes are recalled in UK 2026 at Savers and what health risks banned Lilial chemical presents

Bruno Mars tickets go on sale today, 15 January, at 12:00 for Wembley Stadium in London, with UK prices from £85, official sellers, full tour dates and how to secure Bruno Mars tickets.

How much do Bruno Mars tickets cost today as Wembley UK sales open on 15 January 2026

UK government drops compulsory digital ID for workers but keeps mandatory digital right-to-work checks using biometric passports, Home Office records and the GOV.UK digital ID system.

UK drops mandatory digital ID for jobs as right-to-work checks go fully digital by 2029

Reddit suffered a major outage across the UK and Europe on 13 January 2026, with users reporting the site and app not loading as DownDetector data showed widespread server failures.

What is known today, 13 January 2026: Is Reddit down across the UK and Europe after a major platform outage

LEGO Pokémon launches in the UK from 27 February 2026 with Pikachu, Eevee and the Kanto starter trio. Prices in pounds, what’s included, and how to buy LEGO Pokémon.

When does LEGO Pokémon launch in the UK and how much will Pikachu and Eevee cost