Understanding UK's Digital Services Tax (DST)Key Factors Influencing Potential RemovalNot everyone in the UK industry happy with DSTThe UK government is reportedly weighing the reduction or elimination of its Digital Services Tax (DST) before April 2nd to mitigate potential trade tariffs from the US under President Donald Trump. Introduced in April 2020, the DST imposes a 2% levy on the gross revenues of digital companies operating search engines, social media platforms, and online marketplaces in the UK. These potential changes do not include company-specific exemptions.The UK's Digital Services Tax or DST targets large digital companies generating substantial revenue from UK users. Additionally, there's concern about the perception of US influence over UK tax policy. They are critical of welfare cuts and advocate for increased contributions from businesses and the wealthy.

March 21, 2025 20:41 UTC

East Dulwich has come out on top again after being named as one of the UK’s Best Places to Live by The Sunday Times. East Dulwich is often referred to as one of London’s “poshest areas” according to The Sunday Times, and the average price for a property in this area could set you back £840,194 according to Rightmove. East Dulwich is often referred to as one of London’s “poshest areas” according to The Sunday Times. This neighbourhood was featured on account of its “prized assets” like its private schools, Dulwich Picture Gallery and Dulwich Park. East Dulwich is known for its Victorian and Georgian architecture, vibrant street art and scenic walking spots.

March 21, 2025 19:37 UTC

Wivenhoe is listed in this year's Sunday Times Best Places to Live Guide. The comprehensive guide includes 72 locations across the UK which represents the “best of Britain”. Last year, Wivenhoe was crowned the best place to live in the East of England. Area - people at Wivenhoe Regatta (Image: Ant Niles) Chelmsford took the regional title for this year’s guide and Saffron Walden was named the overall best place to live in the UK. Campaign - the oak tree (Image: Newsquest)Following a fundraiser, the group has employed experts to research whether it needs to be felled.

March 21, 2025 19:35 UTC

Wembley Park, home of Wembley Stadium and Wembley Arena, is one of the top areas featured in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2025 comprehensive guide. Wembley Park is now 'one of northwest London’s buzziest, most brunch-tastic neighbourhoods' says judges of The Sunday Times Best Place to Live guide (Image: PA)Wembley Park was a once "nondescript corner of Brent" but has transformed through US developer Quintain's £2.8 billion redevelopment of the area. Huge crowds descend on Wembley Park on event days (Image: PA)The area also hosts festivals including free family friend fireworks and International Busking Day which was launched by musical maestro Nile Rodgers in 2018. But despite crowded streets and deafening noise on event days, those living in the shadow of the UK’s largest stadium "love it". “That means we can see what people really love about the places they live.

March 21, 2025 19:34 UTC

Britain’s counterterrorism police are leading the investigation into the cause of the fire near Heathrow Airport, signaling that the possibility of sabotage was being taken seriously, at least as a precaution. But officials said there was no immediate evidence that foul play was involved. After the blaze at the electrical substation and subsequent power outage, the scale of the resulting chaos raised uncomfortable questions for Britain’s government about the security measures protecting key transport hubs and the resilience of the country’s aging infrastructure. The Metropolitan Police in London said that counterterrorism specialists had taken charge “given the location of the substation and the impact this incident has had on critical national infrastructure.”Sadiq Khan, the mayor of London, said it was “not unusual” for the specialized officers to be involved in an investigation of such a major incident, and he told Sky News that there was “no reason at all for anyone to be concerned or alarmed.”

March 21, 2025 19:06 UTC





More infoTwo North East towns have been named among the best places to live in the UK in an annual list compiled by the Times. Whitley Bay and Heaton, which were named the best places to live in 2024, have dropped off the list. The overall winner of the best places to live in the North and North East is Ilkley in West Yorkshire. Helen Davies, editorial projects director and Best Places to Live editor, said: "We can see what people really love about the places they live. Best places to live in the North and North East

March 21, 2025 17:10 UTC

Crickhowell is described by judges as "small but perfectly formed," and was praised for its thriving independent high street, successful schools, and strong community pride. Presteigne is named as a "supremely community-minded town" and was recognised for its vibrant local initiatives, from volunteer drivers to guerrilla gardeners and a community orchard, as well as for being the only official Dark Sky town in England and Wales.

March 21, 2025 15:00 UTC

The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2025 includes 72 locations across the UK and is released today Friday, March 21. Penryn was described as being a bit rough around the edges (Image: Staff)While admitting it is still a bit rough around the edges, Penryn was praised for its energy, creativity and community. The redevelopment of the Anchor Warehouse saw the tide turn for the town as well as the arrival of Jubilee Wharf development. Amy Oliver manager of the Sunshine Cafe & Yoga has lived in Penryn for two years. Amy Oliver manager of the Sunshine Cafe and Yoga centre (Image: Staff)She said would agree that Penryn was particularly focused on community and that Penryn had a very strong community feel.

March 21, 2025 13:33 UTC

Tuolumne County reported some of the state’s lower vaccination rates last school year. The Tuolumne County Public Health Department on Wednesday confirmed two measles cases a day after it opened an investigation into the possible infections. The California Department of Public Health reported Thursday that there have been at least eight confirmed cases of measles in the state this year. Tuolumne County reported some of the state’s lower vaccination rates in the 2023-24 school year, according to data published this week by the state public health department. Public health experts say a 95% vaccination rate, sometimes called “herd immunity,” is considered the gold standard of disease prevention.

March 21, 2025 13:11 UTC

The Chew Valley in North Somerset has been named the best place to live in the south west of England by The Times, external. The region pipped seven other places to the top spot including Hotwells and Cliftonwood in Bristol, Chipping Campden in Gloucestershire and Malmesbury, Wiltshire. Sunday Times Best Places to Live judges praised its "combination of beautiful landscapes and forward-thinking rural enterprises." Saffron Walden in Essex was named the overall best place to live in the UK.

March 21, 2025 12:38 UTC

London’s Heathrow Airport, one of the busiest in the world, was forced to shut down on Friday after a massive fire at a nearby electrical substation cut power to the facility. The disruption has led to the cancellation of at least 1,350 flights, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers globally.Authorities confirmed that the airport will remain closed until at least 11:59 pm local time. The power outage also impacted thousands of homes and businesses in the surrounding areas. Airlines such as Emirates, Etihad, and Qatar Airways have canceled or rerouted multiple flights. Fire crews remain on-site, working to fully extinguish the blaze as investigations continue into the cause of the fire.

March 21, 2025 11:35 UTC

Knutsford is one of seven locations across the North West chosen in the annual Sunday Times Best Places to Live guide. In their description, the judges said: "Already one of the classiest towns in Cheshire, Knutsford just keeps getting better and better. Knutsford has regularly featured on the Sunday Times list, consistently impressing the judges. Six other locations in the north west are featured in the comprehensive guide here: thetimes.com/best-places-to-live. "That means we can see what people really love about the places they live.

March 21, 2025 09:50 UTC

"My main aim is probably just to get back into the (England white-ball) side. With England, I guess I've never really found that perfect role. "I feel like if I get my role right with England, I'll get back into it, who knows what will happen now. I feel in a really good space. Sometimes, as a player, those ones that are a bit more brutal can be really good because you want to go and prove them wrong.

March 21, 2025 09:36 UTC

As a father of two, Dr Rangan Chatterjee is all too familiar with the pressure parents face to give their children a smartphone, and as a GP he has had a front-row seat to witness the damage the devices unleash on developing brains. “The widespread adoption of technology and smartphones in our children’s lives is the most urgent societal issue we face,” says Chatterjee, author of the bestselling book Make Change That Lasts and host of the hit podcast Feel Better, Live More. It’s an issue made plain by Adolescence, the chilling Netflix drama in which a 13-year-old boy is arrested for murder after being sucked into an online world his parents knew nothing about. Chatterjee says that over the past decade an

March 21, 2025 08:47 UTC

Saffron Waldon announced UK 'Best Place to Live' for 2025Saffron Waldon has been named the best place to live in the UK in the annual Sunday Times Best Places to Live guideColoured houses, Saffron Waldon, Essex Author: Martha Tipper Published 11 hours agoLast updated 8 hours agoHere's some news to be proud of for communities in Essex - as we now know Saffron Waldon is the 'Best Place to Live' in the UK in 2025. "Once seen as stuffy, old-fashioned and expensive, Saffron Walden is enjoying a swish new lease of life" says Tim Palmer, chief judge and writer of Best Places to Live. "You wouldn't say Chelmsford and Saffron Waldon have a huge amount in common. "Saffron Waldon is pretty, historic, very chocolate box, full of community spirit whereas Chelmsford has all the conveniences you need for a really good life and good commuter links and schools. “That means we can see what people really love about the places they live.

March 21, 2025 07:33 UTC