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New council housing in England may be removed from right to buy scheme | Social housing

Angela Reiner has suggested ministers could prevent England's new parliament building from being sold under the Right to Buy scheme. The Deputy Prime Minister said the government would introduce restrictions on new social housing “so we don't lose stock”. Since Margaret Thatcher launched the scheme in 1980, the Right to Buy scheme has enabled tenants […]

Bank of England cuts interest rates by a quarter point: Live updates – CNBC

Bank of England cuts interest rates by 25 basis points Commuters outside the Bank of England (BOE) in London, England, Monday, September 16, 2024. The central bank's Monetary Policy Committee's interest rate decision is expected to be announced on September 19th. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images The Bank of England cut interest rates by […]

Cheating scandal rocks World Conkers Championships in England

A cheating scandal has roiled Britain's competitive chestnut cracking world. The World Conquer Championship announced Tuesday that authorities have launched an investigation after 82-year-old Dave Jakins was found with a steel chestnut in his pocket after winning the men's division. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM King Conquer David Jakins competes in the […]