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One in four people have had a negative experience with home improvements in the last 18 months. It is why the government has announced changes to help protect consumers, including a trusted traders register and protected payment platform. We’ll discuss whether it will make a difference. In 2025, there were almost 11000 reports of romance fraud made to Report Fraud, which is an increase of 29% compared with 2024. Romance fraud is when a criminal starts a romantic relationship to eventually persuade or coerce you into giving them things like money or gifts. These scams don’t just start on dating apps, but can arise on everything from gaming platforms to online shopping sites. What comes to mind when you think of food at football matches? Forget about a pie and a cup of Bovril, many lower league clubs are now better known for their food than their football. From Korean Salt & Pepper Chicken to Jerk Chicken and Plantain on Rice, clubs are now blending global street food trends with regional delicacies and are going viral on social media. Prior to The Renter’s Rights Act, many people felt forced into bidding well above the monthly asking price to secure a rental property. When the act was passed earlier this year, the practice of bidding wars became illegal, but it seems that some estate agents have managed to find loopholes. Presenter: Peter White Producer: Charlie Filmer-Court
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