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Nearly two-thirds of office workers have worked from home to escape office noise
A wave of UK employers has spent the past two years mandating a return to the office. In some cases, attendance has been made a condition of employment.
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Final High Court injunction refuses occupation and development of Flamstead land that was subject of dispute
A High Court injunction has been granted in relation to land in Flamstead that was the subject of a dispute in April.
Bomb squad sent to Tring after 'suspicious device' is located in household
Emergency responders have been sent to a location in Tring this morning after a ‘suspicious device’ was reported at a household.
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Sun, music and smiles: Hemel Hullabaloo 2026 a smash hit for town centre
Hemel Hempstead town centre was buzzing on Saturday as lots of residents turned out to enjoy the return of the annual Hemel Hullabaloo food and music festival.
Four men jailed for £1m new build burglary scheme in Hertfordshire and beyond raiding hundreds of homes
Four men have been jailed for their roles in a series of break-ins which involved stealing over £1 million worth of items from properties around the country including in Hertfordshire.
Political Opinion: Hemel mum backs social media ban for under-16s as “a weight lifted”
One of many parents in Hemel Hempstead looking forward to a social media ban for under-16s is mum of three Jodie Baudains.
Police appeal launched to find missing man from Hemel Hempstead
A man from Hemel Hempstead has been reported as missing and was last seen on Wednesday.
Silk'n 7 Hair Removal Device review: Premium at-home IPL promises smoother skin with less effort
Silk'n's flagship IPL device promises fast, comfortable hair reduction with clever technology and premium features. Here's what stood out before you read the complete hands-on review.
Thousands of learner drivers can claim free driving lessons in limited-time giveaway
Learning to drive has become increasingly expensive, but a new giveaway is offering thousands of learner drivers the chance to get behind the wheel for free.
Keep your cool this summer: this £10.99 rechargeable fan runs for up to 14 hours
More than 10,000 of the compact USB fans have been bought in the past month, with blue, pink and white versions all available for less than £11
The small beauty upgrade shoppers say gave them more confidence to smile
A brighter smile can make a big difference to how you feel, and shoppers say this bestselling at-home whitening kit has become a simple way to boost their confidence without the cost of professional treatments.
Lexar 256GB microSD Express card for Nintendo Switch 2 drops below £60
The discounted high-speed memory card uses PCIe and NVMe technology, while remaining backwards compatible with older microSD devices at reduced speeds
Meet the voice behind Yoto Daily and discover why families love the children's audio show
Yoto Daily host Jake Harris shares why storytelling matters, the wonderfully unexpected questions children ask, and how curiosity is the key to making learning fun.
Shark CarpetXpert pet carpet cleaner falls to £129.99 with £100 off
The highly rated Shark cleaner uses anti-clog and anti-tangle technology to direct wet pet hair into its dirty-water tank while washing carpets and rugs
Keep your make-up fresh all day with affordable make-up primer and setting spray that really work
From commutes in warm weather to weddings and summer events, e.l.f. Cosmetics’ Power Grip Primer and Dewy Setting Spray are positioned as an easy, affordable way to help make-up last longer with minimal effort.
Laura Geller foundation shoppers love for a natural glow is now on sale
Infused with hyaluronic acid, this lightweight foundation combines skincare and makeup to create a fresh, hydrated no-makeup makeup look
L'Oréal Revitalift Filler day cream is under £18 in limited-time skincare deal
Powered by three types of hyaluronic acid, this deeply hydrating moisturiser is designed to smooth, replump and restore skin's bounce while saving shoppers around 30%
Affordable luxury comes to Boots with Jawhara's new fragrances which cost just £14.99 each
A new collection of Eau de Parfums inspired by Arabic perfumery is now available online at Boots, with each 100ml bottle priced at £14.99.
This wearable neck fan with up to 16 hours of battery life is now under £19
The hands-free rechargeable fan has attracted thousands of recent buyers and is designed for travel, outdoor work, exercise and everyday summer use
Liz Earle moisturiser shoppers call the 'best ever' is now on sale at Amazon (aff)
A loyal Liz Earle customer says this firming serum-in-moisturiser has become their favourite thanks to its deeply hydrating formula and skin-smoothing benefits