London local elections 2026: Who will win in Barnet? Politics Labour faces a battle in defending Barnet in the local elections after recent surges in council tax and a flurry of defections since 2022. Barnet stands as a real test for both the Conservative and Labour party. What was traditionally a safe seat for the Tories flipped red in 2022 as Labour won the borough [...]
These are the best bottles of wine to buy for the warmer weather Life&Style It’s almost May, a time that brings its own particular joys when it comes to seasonal food. It therefore offers an opportunity for different wines to take centre stage after winter’s more hefty warmers. Spring’s food, however, is notoriously tricky for wine pairing. Here is a quick guide to the best bottles of wine to [...]
Retail footfall dips in May despite higher consumer confidence Retail Retail footfall dropped in May amid a wider slowdown in consumer spending despite higher consumer confidence, according to new data. Total UK footfall fell by 1.7 per cent in May year on year, down from a 7.2 per cent rise in April, according to new figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC). Footfall at shopping centres and on [...]