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Travelers can grab Amazon’s number one bestselling Ryanair cabin bag for under £10 in limited-time sale
This bestselling underseat bag fits Ryanair’s free cabin bag allowance and is now available for less than £10 on Amazon.
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This 201mph McLaren 600LT Spider comes with £5,000 cash and prize draw entries start at 5p
The satin black convertible has a twin-turbocharged V8, carbon fibre interior and 23,600 miles on the clock ahead of its live draw
Give your garden the ultimate glow up with lights, music and BBQ action
Whether you have rolling lawns and a sprawling terrace or a compact city balcony, summer is the perfect time to transform your outdoor space into something special.
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Olay Vitamin C and SPF bundle with three items drops to just over £30 in Amazon limited-time deal
The Olay skincare bundle combines brightening vitamin C, SPF and hydration in one easy routine, and it is now reduced by 19% on Amazon.
Five garage upgrades that could transform your space this summer – from £42 to £581
Thinking of finally sorting the garage this summer? From £42 tool storage ideas to a full double garage flooring makeover, these upgrades could completely change how your space works.
Adani Green Energy calls for faster electrification amid rising global power demand
As heatwaves intensify, Sagar Adani called for faster electrification, saying integrating renewables with storage is essential to strengthening energy security.
Missed Prime Day? MySweetSmile has extended its biggest sale – with up to 59% off and a free whitening pen
If you thought you’d missed out on MySweetSmile’s Prime Day savings, there’s good news – the brand has extended its sale, and some of its biggest discounts are still up for grabs.
£3m pledged to reduce the risk of flooding in three Wigan towns and villages
480 properties are at risk of flooding along Borsdane Brook in the Hindley and Platt Bridge areas
Summer of cinema: pay as you feel screenings return to Leigh Film Factory
The acclaimed Leigh Film Factory is reintroducing its Pay As You Feel family screenings this summer to help those struggling to make ends meet still have school holiday fun
Wigan manufacturers are on the fast track to success by investing in digital technology
Two Wigan borough firms have seen their fortunes improve after embracing upgrades in digital technology
Adult social care recruitment sessions aim to fill roles across Wigan and Leigh
There is a big need for compassionate and reliable staff in the adult care sector and recruitment sessions are to be held to fill as many Wigan posts as possible
Highly experienced safeguarding professional joins Wigan day nursery company
A local day nursery company has turned to Manchester City to recruit a new safeguarding ace
Wigan performing arts students secure top UK drama and dance school places
Leading conservatories and universities are offering Wigan and Leigh College performing arts students places on their courses
A Wigan shop has been giving away free water to schoolchildren duing the heatwave
Free bottled water has been distributed by a Wigan shopkeeper to pupils sweltering during the recent heatwave.
The Wigan service that is helping adults in low-paid jobs improve their working lives
A service is offering Wigan people stuck in poorly-paid work a route to better jobs
Tampax announced as partner of Reading Festival 2026
Tampax is the official menstrual care partner of Pepsi MAX presents Reading Festival 2026, taking place from 27–30 August 2026.
Andy Burnham promises greater devolution to free country "stuck in a rut"
Andy Burnham promised to give the UK a “new direction” with the biggest transfer of power out of Whitehall in modern times.
This stylish home office desk with hidden storage has been discounted by £140
Remote workers can save £142.80 on a modern A-frame desk featuring concealed desktop compartments, two drawers and a choice of white and oak-effect finishes
Six in 10 over 65s are already worrying about catching flu from A&E trips
A survey has found six in 10 over-65s are already worrying about catching the flu or COVID-19 when visiting A&E this winter.
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Premium flexible workplace to open in UK's largest net zero office development
The Work Project’s third location will open in mid-2027.