Record-breaking temperatures and persistent drought conditions have exacerbated wildfires across Southern Europe, leading to widespread disruption and significant challenges for local authorities and travellers.
The UK government has failed to introduce comprehensive regulation for e-scooters, prolonging a period of legal uncertainty and contributing to increased accidents. Current legislation forces a distinction between privately owned e-scooters, which remain illegal on public roads, and rental schemes, which operate under temporary permits.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a halving of Value Added Tax (VAT) on household electricity bills, effective from October. This measure is projected to save the average household approximately £45 per year. The policy was revealed on Burnham's first full day in office, marking an early intervention aimed at household finances.
