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First-time buyers in Daventry saved £1m on stamp tax thanks to Government scheme

First-time buyers in Daventry saved £1 million on stamp tax last year under a new Government scheme.

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These are the top 10 baby girl names for 2020 – and what they mean

Picking out a baby name is an important decision and with so many to choose from, it can be difficult to settle on a favourite.

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These are the worst airports in the UK for security delays

These are the UK's worst airports for security delays

These are the worst airports in the UK for security delays, according to Which? Travel.

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Early evening drinks on the spacious decking.

Picture-perfect base from which to explore the gems of Norfolk

Flip flops in hand, toes on golden sand, I’m strolling down the shell-lined shoreline, relishing cool waves lapping my ankles as the early-evening sun starts to settle.

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Saga's new Spirit of Discovery at her berth in Stockholm

Cruising the Baltic aboard Saga's stunning new boutique-style Spirit of Discovery

Five years ago Saga Holidays announced plans to build a brand new ship which would set new standards in the world of luxury cruising. And in July, those plans reached fruition when Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, was on hand in Dover – the company's home port – to name the boutique-style vessel Spirit of Discovery which Alan and Jo Wooding recently experienced on a 14-night 'Myths and Legends of the Baltic' cruise

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The top 10 airports in the UK for food options, according to travellers

Airports offer numerous amenities for travellers, ranging from shopping and relaxation to restaurants and bars.

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These are the top 10 predicted dog names for 2020

Naming a new pet can be a difficult choice, with so many traditional and trending names to choose from.

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These cities stand out when it comes to making visitors feel at home

These are the UK's 20 friendliest cities

We all might like to think of our home city as a welcoming place, but there are some that stand out far above the rest when it comes to making visitors feel at home.

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The cocktail bar at The Edgbaston Boutique Hotel

A leafy oasis in the city: delights and surprises abound on a weekend in Edgbaston

Peter Ormerod visits Edgbaston in Birmingham - and has his preconceptions of the city transformed

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Did you complain about any of these shows? (Photo: Shutterstock)

These were the top 10 most complained about TV shows this year

Over the last 12 months, regulator Ofcom received over 57,0000 complaints about TV shows on British television.

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Michaela O'Sullivan receives her prize from Mark Sears

Hi-fi prize winner Michaela ‘thrilled’

Michaela O’Sullivan was singing from the rooftops after winning our recent £500 hi-fi competition.

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Here are some of the rarest coins in circulation in the UK.

The ten rarest coins in circulation at the moment - and how much they are worth

Not everybody carries change around these days, with many preferring to pay by card.

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Bailiffs sent to collect more than 1,000 debts in Daventry

Daventry District Council sent bailiffs to collect more than 1,000 debts last year, a new report reveals.

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These are the most popular Disney inspired names

These are the 10 most popular Disney-inspired names

According to a recent study, more than a million Brits are named after Disney characters.

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Queen Mother's former home goes up for rent in Northamptonshire with a rare chance to look around country mansion

A huge country house in Northamptonshire, once home to royalty, is now available to rent.

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Travel: Discover a hotel at the heart of Manchester

Ruth Brindle takes a first-time trip to the city and uncovers a wealth of history

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The huge Commonwealth Cemetery at Bergen-op-Zoom

A memorable and moving visit to the Netherlands

Alan Wooding travelled to the Netherlands as the guest of Liberation Route Europe and Europe Remembers where he learned of the little known Polish involvement in some of the key battles while understanding why the Poles were unable to return to their homeland following the Second World War armistice.

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Do you want to visit any of these places?

These are 8 of the most popular ‘dark tourism’ destinations around the world

So-called ‘dark tourism’ sites (for example, the sites of tragedies) are drawing in more and more visitors each year, with holidaymakers looking to learn more about the more mysterious or even harrowing parts of history.

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These are the best and worst holiday providers according to real customers

Going on holiday shouldn’t be a bad experience, but some Twitter users have taken to social media to share their stories of package holiday disappointment.

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