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Over 50s wanderlust untouched by recession
The over-50s have become the bedrock of the UK travel industry – one of the sectors hardest hit by the recession – according to research by over-50s insurance provider Staysure.co.uk.
Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 mini and X10 mini pro
Sony announces the Xperia X10 mini and X10 mini pro, compact versions of Xperia X10, which will deliver powerful and application packed mobile phones into the industry.
Broadband Delivery UK to lead drive for superfast broadband
The new Government body responsible for rolling-out next generation broadband across the UK will begin its work today, Digital Britain Minister Stephen Timms has announced.
Energy consumers set to benefit from new smart technology
Coolpower Products, a dynamic energy demand management technology business, has launched a technology solution for the UK market, that will, for the first time, provide a smart energy management device for both domestic and commercial buildings, that more effectively manages the energy output of grid-connected micro-generators (e.g. solar panels, micro wind and hydro turbines).
Consumer confidence defies January blues
The Nationwide Consumer Confidence Index has risen for the second consecutive month, increasing by six points to 80 in February.
Brits abroad to benefit from deregulation of Spanish landlines
Telefonica line rental, customer services and itemised phone bills are now all available in English, due to the deregulation of landlines in Spain. Thanks to the CMT (Comisión del Mercado de las Telecomunicaciónes), its now possible for Spanish property occupiers to switch their telecom provider and allow other multilingual operators to manage their Telefonica landline.
Cold winter has been a real passion killer
In a bid to keep warm during the coldest winter for over 30 years, Brits are taking to their beds - armed with extra bedding, hot water bottles, items of clothing and bed socks.
UK gas bills up despite supplier costs trending down
UK retail gas customers are still receiving record high bills despite wholesale gas prices dropping by 60 per cent since mid 2008.
New green strategy will overhaul Britain’s homes
A green transformation of Britain's homes will take place over the next decade - making them more comfortable, warmer and cheaper to run - under new plans set out by the Government.
Zero pay increase for over 16 million workers
Despite the economy being on the mend, over 16 million workers (57%) do not expect a pay rise this year, and those who do can expect a rise of just 1.9% - a net monthly increase of just £27, according to a report from uSwitch.com.
Contactless card limit increases
The maximum limit for contactless card transactions in the UK has increased from £10 to £15, making paying for small transactions by debit or credit card even easier for millions of customers.
TomTom app for iPhone update
A number of new services and features are coming soon to the TomTom app for iPhone, including TomTom HD Traffic for real-time traffic speed and incident reports, and Local Search powered by Google.
Tidy up more than just the house this spring
With the hours of daylight getting longer and the mornings brighter, many householders may be steeling themselves to tackle their annual big ‘spring' clean and tidy up.
OFT satisfied with Orange/T-Mobile competition remedies
The OFT has withdrawn its request to the European Commission (EC) to review the UK aspects of the joint venture between Orange and T-Mobile after the companies offered remedies that fully address the OFT's outstanding competition concerns.
First:Utility beats big six to become cheapest energy supplier
First:Utility has launched a successful bid to become Britain's cheapest energy supplier. Despite being small and a relative newcomer, First:Utility has flexed its muscles against the big six suppliers by offering the cheapest online energy plan and the cheapest direct debit standard plan in the market.