Ghiles Slamani

Ghiles Slamani

Master’s graduate in Automation and Industrial Computing, obtained in 2022, combining technical expertise with a passion for writing. I contribute to an economics website, where I connect technology, industry, and economic insights through clear, engaging content.

Joybuy Launches in the UK: ‘Tesco’ Convenience with Amazon Prime Delivery

Joybuy, a new online supermarket by JD.com, has launched in the UK, offering fast delivery and a wide range of products. With well-known brands and unique international imports, it aims…

Joybuy supermarket opening

Students to Receive GCSE Results via New App in UK Government Pilot

Thousands of students will receive their GCSE results through a mobile app for the first time this summer. The move is part of a government-backed pilot aiming to modernise education…

UK students education record pilot

Octopus Unveils ‘Zero Bills’ Homes With 10 Years of Free Energy

Twelve new homes near Bristol are breaking away from conventional energy costs, backed by Octopus Energy’s ambitious ‘Zero Bills’ plan. With no electricity charges for a decade, these properties blend…

Octopus energy homes

PIP Cuts Threaten 800,000 Claimants as £5 Billion DWP Overhaul Looms

The future of PIP support is under review as part of a major government shake-up of disability benefits. New figures show that even legitimate claimants may not be spared as…

PIP planned cuts to 800,000 claimants

Trump’s Tariffs Could Slash UK Pensions by 20%, Say Industry Experts

While many investors are advised to remain calm, the findings suggest that the damage to retirement savings may already be significant.

Donald trump tariffs DC

Wildfire Tears Through 12,500 Acres of Dartmoor in One of UK’s Worst Blazes This Year

Emergency crews rushed to Dartmoor after a wildfire erupted, fuelled by unusually high temperatures and bone-dry conditions. The blaze quickly spread, proving difficult to contain amid the region’s rugged terrain…

Wildfire on Dartmoor

£200 Household Cost of Living Boost to Arrive Earlier Than Expected This Summer

Many Birmingham households facing rising bills may soon receive financial relief, as a new round of £200 cost of living payments is due to arrive earlier than initially expected. The…

Household Support Fund summer boost

WASPI Women Vow to Punish Labour After £31,300 Pension Payout Snub

The battle over state pension injustice is heating up as WASPI women turn their sights on Labour MPs. A promised £31,300 payout is off the table, sparking outrage among thousands…

Waspi £31,300 Pension Payout

British Government Plans New Visa Restrictions on High-Risk Nationalities

A major shift in UK immigration policy could soon make it harder for certain foreign nationals to study or work in Britain. At the heart of the proposed changes is…

UK asylum seekers restrictions

DVSA Unveils Major Driving Test Trial Impacting Young Drivers Across the UK

A quiet yet significant change begins today for learner drivers across the UK. The DVSA is piloting new driving test routes that focus on rural and high-speed roads—areas where young…

DVSA new test

Sunday Temperature Spike Prompts Warning to Millions Across the UK

As temperatures climb sharply in parts of the UK this weekend, official guidance is being rolled out to help households stay cool. The advice may seem simple, but experts say…

UK temperature rise warning curtains closed

Britain Faces Heavier Tariffs Than EU: The Economic Impact Explained

Britain’s tariff burden is now heavier than that of the EU, leading to significant economic challenges. As tariffs increase, businesses are facing higher costs and a more complicated trading environment.…

Britain us and eu tariffs

Starmer Faces Growing Pressure to Reinstate £300 Winter Fuel Allowance After By-election Defeat

Following a narrow loss in a recent byelection, Sir Keir Starmer is facing increasing demands to reverse the cut to the £300 Winter Fuel Allowance. Labour MPs are calling out…

Keir starmer winter fuel allowance pressure

State Pension Changes: Full List of the Benefits You’ll Lose the Moment You Reach Retirement Age

Reaching state pension age doesn’t just open the door to retirement income — it quietly closes others. Several key DWP benefits are withdrawn entirely at this point, while others become…

DWP state pension benefits age cut

DWP PIP Overhaul: Why Getting Your Original Claim Form Might Secure Your Payments

From November 2026, Personal Independence Payment assessments are set to change significantly. But those reviewed earlier could avoid the new rules entirely. Claimants can request a specific form from the…

DWP PIP points system

DWP’s New Fraud Bill Could Let Authorities Monitor Benefits Claimants’ Bank Accounts

The UK government's new DWP Fraud Bill proposes a power that could give officials access to benefits claimants' bank accounts. Critics warn this may lead to privacy breaches, wrongful investigations,…

dwp fraud bill

Exact Date UK Weather Forecast Predicts Heavy Downpours Across the Country

On May 16, the UK will face heavy rain and widespread downpours, affecting all regions from Scotland to the south. Despite mild temperatures, the wet conditions are expected to disrupt…

UK weather downpour

Bank of England Poised to Cut Rates Amid Trade Tension and Falling Inflation

The Bank of England is preparing to lower interest rates for the first time in months as inflation continues to cool. Global shifts, including fresh US tariffs, are weighing on…

Bank of england interest rates

HSF £200 Summer Payments Confirmed as Councils Prepare to Reopen Applications

A new round of HSF payments is on the way, offering £200 to households hit hardest by rising costs. Local councils will soon reopen applications, but access isn’t automatic. The…

HSF summer payments

Universal Credit Households Get £420 Annual Relief After Quiet DWP Rule Change

In a move with little fanfare, the DWP has implemented a rule change that alters how deductions are applied to Universal Credit payments. Over a million low-income households are set…

DWP rule change

NatWest to Shut 25 UK Branches in June as Banking Shifts Online

NatWest is moving ahead with plans to close 25 more branches across the UK this June. The shift reflects growing reliance on mobile and online banking services, with face-to-face transactions…

Natwest branches closure

New State Pension Rules Could Cost Retirees Thousands Starting Next Year

Changes to how and when people can claim the state pension are set to alter retirement timelines across the UK. With the DWP introducing a phased age increase and frozen…

State pension freeze

Poundland to Close Four Stores in May as Portfolio Reshuffle Continues

A handful of Poundland branches will be shutting down this May, affecting towns in England and Wales. The move is tied to the chain’s ongoing review of store leases and…

Poundland stores closure

NHS Weight-Loss Jabs Could Soon Be Available at Pharmacies for Just £9.90

The NHS is reportedly preparing to offer weight-loss injections like Ozempic and Mounjaro at pharmacies for the cost of a standard prescription. This bold move aims to tackle the UK's…

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Nationwide Cuts Savings Rates Starting June 1—Is Your Account Affected?

The move comes after the Bank's decision to reduce its borrowing costs, with significant implications for savers. The reduction ranges between 0.10% and 0.25%, depending on the account type. 

Nationwide savings

Organico Pasta Sauce Recall: Glass Shards Found in Popular Product

Organico Realfoods has issued an urgent recall of its popular pasta sauce due to potential glass contamination. The Organic Alla Norma Sauce, sold in 350g jars, poses a serious safety…

Organico Alla Norma Sauce recall

OVO’s “Beyond” Offer: Free Electricity for Households Every Week This Summer

Ovo Energy's "Beyond" programme is giving households two hours of free electricity every week throughout the summer. Available to all customers who sign up, this initiative aims to reduce energy…

ovo beyond

Universal Credit Payments Set for Boost as New Rates Start on 13 May

A long-expected increase to Universal Credit payments is finally arriving for millions this May. While the changes were confirmed in April, the real impact will only be felt in the…

Dwp universal credit boost

HMRC Hits Late Filers with £10-a-Day Fines Starting Today

Today marks the beginning of HMRC’s tightened enforcement on late tax returns, introducing a daily £10 fine for continued delays. What started as a flat £100 penalty is now turning…

HMRC tax 10

UK GHIC Card: Save Big on Medical Bills with Free Healthcare in These 34 Countries

Before your next overseas holiday, make sure to apply for the GHIC card to secure free or low-cost healthcare in 34 countries. This essential card ensures UK travellers can access…

GHIC card

Co-operative Bank Announces £10,000 Prize Draw to Support Charities and Social Enterprises

The Co-operative Bank has launched an exciting £10,000 prize draw for its charity and community customers, celebrating 10 years as the top ethical bank. Customers with eligible accounts can enter,…

Co-operative Bank

Power Cut Chaos in Spain Triggers Blackout Fears Across the UK!

In the wake of severe power cuts in Spain, UK officials are reassessing their energy infrastructure to prevent similar disruptions. Environment Secretary Steve Reed assured that resilience is a top…

Spain power cuts

Energy Meters in 300,000 Homes Could Stop Working – Urgent Action Needed

With the 30th June deadline fast approaching, over 300,000 homes across the UK could face a major energy crisis. The outdated Radio Teleswitching Service meters, controlling essential services like heating…

Energy meter change

£7,500 Grants to Upgrade Your Home Heating with Cutting-Edge Technologies

The UK government is offering grants of up to £7,500 to help households upgrade to more sustainable heating systems. The new initiative expands the Boiler Upgrade Scheme to include a…

Boiler upgrade scheme heating

Voters at Risk of Being Turned Away: Photo ID Required for Local Elections

The upcoming local elections on May 1 come with a crucial update: photo ID is now required for voters. While passports and driving licenses are standard, there’s a range of…

uk voters

Asda Recalls £2.94 Sandwich Filler After Mislabelled Use-by Date – Urgent Warning for Shoppers

Asda has recalled its £2.94 Hot & Spicy Chicken Breast Slices due to an incorrect use-by date, prompting a safety warning. Customers are advised not to consume the product and…

Asda chicken slices

Get £275 in Vouchers or Cash: New Cost of Living Payments Explained

Families in Cambridgeshire can now apply for £275 in support, with the option of vouchers or a lump sum. The payments aim to ease the strain of rising living costs,…

Cambridgeshire vouchers

Pensioners Owed Over £800 Million in DWP State Pension Errors – Are You Affected?

Pensioners could be missing out on millions of pounds due to errors in the State Pension calculations by the DWP. Over £800 million in underpayments has been identified, affecting various…

UK pensioners dwp

Blaze Engulfs Electrical Substation in London, Smoke Seen for Miles

A powerful blaze has erupted at an electrical substation in North-West London, sending thick black smoke billowing across the city. Firefighters are currently battling the inferno, with residents advised to…

London blaze

200,000 Children in England at Risk of Growing Up in Temporary Homes, Analysis Reveals

In just a few years, over 200,000 children in England are expected to live in temporary housing, according to new projections. This increase highlights the growing housing crisis, with families…

Shelter Children homlessness

Isle of Man’s Bold New Speed Limit Plan: 20mph Zones to Cover Entire Island

The Isle of Man is set to implement a sweeping 20mph speed limit across residential areas, aiming to improve safety. While the initiative is part of a broader safety plan,…

Isle of Man speed limit

Welfare Cuts Under Fire as DWP Faces Urgent Calls to Rethink PIP and Universal Credit Changes

Mounting criticism over the Department for Work and Pensions’ proposed welfare cuts could reshape the future of benefits in the UK. With new evidence linking poverty to major economic losses,…

UK welfare cuts

NHS Freezes Prescription Charges for the Next 12 Months — Full Breakdown of New Prices

In a significant move to ease financial strain, the NHS has confirmed that prescription charges will remain frozen for the next 12 months. This decision comes as part of a…

NHS prescription freeze

Cash ISA Savers Urged to Act Before May 8 as Rates Are Set to Drop

Savers with Cash ISAs are being urged to act quickly as interest rates are expected to drop following the Bank of England’s decision on May 8. After reaching a six-month…

UK Cash ISA

Starmer Unveils Tech Plan to Rescue NHS as Report Slams Emergency Care Standards

Keir Starmer is setting out a vision to pull the NHS into a new era with the help of expanded technology. But fresh warnings from a leading health thinktank highlight…

Sir Keir Starmer NHS

DWP Benefit Claimants Warned of Double Payment Changes in May: What You Need to Know

Changes to DWP benefit payments are coming in May, as two bank holidays affect the usual schedule. Some claimants will receive early payments, but others won’t be affected. The adjustments…

DWP benefits double payment

New School Uniform Rules to Impact Millions of Children Across England

Millions of children across England may soon see their school uniforms simplified under a government plan to cut costs. The proposed changes aim to limit expensive branded items, with hopes…

UK school uniform change

UK Growth Outlook Dims as Trump Tariffs Shake Business and Consumer Confidence

Britain's economy is bracing for a sharp slowdown as growth forecasts tumble and confidence plummets. Global tariffs, cautious consumers, and stalling investment are reshaping the UK’s near-term prospects. Early signs…

UK growth dims

State Pension Rise Brings Retirees Closer to Income Tax Threshold, DWP Responds

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued an update following a significant increase in the state pension. With the tax-free personal allowance frozen, the margin is narrowing fast. Changes…

State pension DWP response

WASPI Scam Alert as Women Warned to Call Their Bank Over Fake Compensation Sites

A major warning has been issued for WASPI women as scammers exploit the ongoing compensation scandal. Fake sites promising £2,950 payouts are sweeping the web, leaving thousands vulnerable. Experts are…

Petition To Introduce A Compensation Scheme For Waspi Women