by Jack Trethewey | Feb 27, 2023 1:26PM | Long Reads
The government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) was criticised last week, for “seriously failing to deliver on its objectives” as it aims to encourage people to upgrade their home heating systems to low-carbon alternatives. Under the programme,...
by Megan Cooke | Feb 20, 2023 4:44PM | Long Reads
Despite an ongoing cost of living crisis that has seen households across the country struggling to juggle finances, local governments have taken the decision to raise council tax by almost five per cent. The maximum local authorities can raise council tax by is 4.99...
by Kelan Sarson | Feb 20, 2023 3:18PM | Long Reads
A poll has listed the worst places to live in the country, and the Yorkshire cities of Bradford, Doncaster and Hull are all featured, alongside a surprise appearance of York included in the ratings. ILiveHere’s infamous poll, known for its satirical take, was...
by Natalie Aldred | Dec 9, 2022 6:53PM | Long Reads
Today marks the start of a week long screening of the film adaptation of the iconic Kes at Cineworld in Barnsley and excitement in the town shows how well loved the story is. There is a real sense of community in the South Yorkshire former mining community as people...
by Hannah Jackson | Dec 9, 2022 4:52PM | Long Reads
Independent business owners on Sheffield’s Division Street have explained how they are navigating the cost of living crisis, in a bid to keep their shops afloat. We visited the popular shopping quarter to find out how the ongoing economic situation has affected...
by Faye Mayern | Dec 9, 2022 3:49PM | Long Reads
Postal workers, ambulance staff and train drivers are just some of the workers who will be taking to the picket line almost daily throughout December. As the country struggles to cope with the cost of living crisis and battles against a recession, one union...