Jade Wright

Terry’s White Chocolate Orange has returned to UK supermarket shelves after a four-year absence. Co-op is the first retailer to stock the 145g product nationwide, offering it for £2 rather than its usual £2.50 as part of a launch promotion. The return follows sustained demand from shoppers and comes months ahead of the Christmas season.

Jade Wright reviews Lakeland’s £14.99 Mist & Clear Starter Kit as a lower-cost alternative to Purdy & Figg’s refillable cleaning products. The kit includes two reusable amber glass bottles, four concentrated refills and a microfibre cloth. She found the cleaners effective on glass, mirrors, kitchen grease and bathroom surfaces, and preferred Lakeland’s lighter fragrances. The lack of a subscription, lower price and three-year guarantee were highlighted as major advantages, leading to the conclusion that the kit offers strong value and is a flexible alternative to Purdy & Figg.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham outlines plans for a new economic model aimed at reducing the cost of living, expanding regional economic power, increasing council housebuilding and supporting British industry. He promises immediate household support measures and prioritises jobs and growth through education reform, mental health access and youth employment initiatives. Analysts note the ambition of the agenda while highlighting funding challenges, and recruitment experts warn that early‑career barriers for young people must be addressed. A detailed 10‑year plan is expected later in the year.

Rising demand for streaming major summer sports is increasing pressure on home broadband, leading many households to consider upgrading to Full Fibre. Grain promotes high‑speed packages with fixed pricing, free installation and introductory discounts, while consumers are advised to compare providers by availability, speed, contract terms and cost to ensure reliable performance during peak sporting events.

Andy Burnham proposes a Number 10 North to shift power and resources from Whitehall to England’s regions, coordinating long‑term economic strategy, reducing household costs and driving reindustrialisation. The plan includes expanded regional control over essential services, substantial investment in manufacturing and technology, and the largest council house building programme since the post‑war era. Burnham argues these measures would improve living standards and reduce welfare spending. Tax specialist Sean Bannister says the proposals represent a significant shift in UK economic management with major implications for taxation, investment and public spending.