France is losing the battle against Franglais
What could possibly bring together the most exclusive club of the French establishment, the Académie Française (formed in 1635, comprising only 40 members known as “Immortals”) and…
Society can’t afford the dangerous decadence of the woke movement
The Margaret Thatcher Centre for Freedom in Washington DC is where British Tories go to let their hair down ideologically. It occupies an entire floor of the…
People shouldn’t be punished for saving
For more than a decade, savings accounts from high-street banks have offered meagre returns, even to diligent savers. That had been just another consequence of post-2008 low-interest…
Gemma Collins: Self Harm and Me, review: a superb takedown of the stiff upper lip
It’s quite possible that you have never heard of Gemma Collins, but there was still something to be gained from watching Gemma Collins: Self-Harm and Me (Channel…
Petrol station blockade plotters could be thwarted by pre-emptive arrests
Climate protesters could be arrested before a days-long blockade of petrol stations, as the policing minister said officers will look at “all tactics” available to them. Just…
Sir Nick Clegg promoted to tackle Facebook’s mounting problems
Sir Nick Clegg has been promoted to the top table at Meta, as founder Mark Zuckerberg hands over responsibility for the Facebook and Instagram owner’s mounting regulatory…
Boris Johnson vows clampdown on Russian companies in London if Vladimir Putin invades Ukraine
Boris Johnson has promised a clampdown on Russian companies operating in London if President Putin invades Ukraine. While the Prime Minister defended the UK’s record on tackling…
Government asks Met Police not to publish ‘partygate’ investigation photos
The leaked memo, obtained by ITV, said: “Consistent with its indication that it will not publish the identities of anyone issued a FPN, we would not expect…
How to beat HMRC with these five tax return tips
HM Revenue & Customs issued an urgent warning to taxpayers and accountants to ensure Covid-19 support payments are fully declared on their upcoming tax return. If you…
Questor: this property fund’s shift away from London means there’s gains to be had
The stock market’s recent volatility provides a useful reminder of the importance of avoiding overvalued shares. Indeed, highly rated growth shares have been hit relatively hard by…
‘Why is Currys silent over my £400 soundbar refund?’
Has a company treated you unfairly? Our Consumer Champion is available to help. For how to contact her click here. Dear Sally, In October we ordered two LG…
Pensioners forced to wait months for driving licence renewals
The DVLA has not renewed driving licences for over-70s requested since November 25, amid a major backlog caused by Covid and industrial action. Statistics released by the…
‘Can I force my husband to get a job so I can retire early?’
Dear Moral Money, I am approaching 60 and would like to retire next year. I have had a long and successful career and feel I have earned…
Inflation is eroding your savings – use our calculator to see how much
The more savers deposit, the more drastic impact inflation has. Someone with £50,000 in Paragon’s best buy account will lose nearly £2,300 a year due to the…
House prices grew by more than the average salary in 2021
Homeowners earned more from their properties than their jobs in 2021, for the first time in 20 years. Prices across Britain rose by 10.8pc in the year…
The truth about electric car range: how far an EV will really go on a full charge
The answer lies in the official test. Currently, the range figures the manufacturers are allowed to publish are dictated by the WLTP, or World-harmonised Light vehicle Test…
Is it time to buy an electric car? Join our webinar and put your questions to Telegraph journalists
Should you buy an electric car now, or wait? This is the question most vexing Telegraph readers. The Government has mandated that by 2030 there will be…
The problem of ‘blinding’ car headlights – and what you can do about it
LEDs give off a very directional light, which means if one is pointing straight at you it will appear far brighter than a halogen lamp. But the…
Why passive aggression, snacks and the NHS have made Britain great (are you listening Unesco?)
What makes Britain Britain? We know all about the land mass, there are coastlines and borders to help us there. Significant buildings are listed, too. Places get…
It’s glam up north: Cumbria’s L’Enclume wins its third Michelin star
Ynyshir in Wales and Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen in Dublin are the other new two-star spots. Of the new one-star restaurants, seven are in London, including…
Where are all the brilliant women? Michelin are missing out on future female stars
But in one area Michelin still has a problem – it’s not keeping pace with the speed with which change is happening in the UK’s restaurant scene….
The Trip of a lifetime: every restaurant visited by Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon
Episode 3: Varoulko Seaside, Piraeus Over a harbourside lunch of mullet tartare and seafood risotto at Varoulko Seaside in the port of Piraeus, all Michelin-starred elegance with…
‘I fell out with my sister for 20 years – until tragedy brought us back together’
Ros Jones, 56, is the founder of Business Wellbeing Club and lives in Scarborough When I was young, I really looked up to my eldest sister. She…
Why Middle England is getting so heated about wood burners
The desire for a burner has become so catching, there are enough neighbours on certain streets willing to club together to reduce wood costs. Rocketing timber prices…
The great recycling con – why plastic isn’t as bad as you think
We’ve all been there; standing over the recycling bin, wondering whether you can put that plastic lid/pizza box/toothpaste tube in. And then dropping it in anyway. Remember…