Pensioner Accused of £88,000 Benefits Fraud in Gateshead

A 70-year-old man has been accused of benefits fraud after allegedly concealing thousands of pounds in multiple bank accounts. Robert Alan McKie is facing charges from Gateshead Council for allegedly claiming council tax support in the form of housing benefits over a five-year period. The local authority alleges that McKie…

Pensioner Homeowners Missing Out on Thousands in Unclaimed Benefits

A significant number of older homeowners in the UK are missing out on vital financial support, according to a new survey. Nearly two-fifths (38%) of homeowners aged 65 and over have never checked their eligibility for state benefits beyond their state pension, highlighting a worrying trend of missed opportunities. The…

EU's First Onshore Carbon Removal Facility Takes Shape in France

The European Union is set to receive its first onshore carbon removal and storage facility, with a groundbreaking partnership between carbon storage startups RepAir Carbon and C-Questra announced on Monday. This project, located in France, could play a crucial role in the bloc's ambitious climate goals by removing…

Petrobras to Pump £1 Billion into UK Fertilizer Market

Brazilian state-owned oil giant Petrobras has announced plans to invest R$6 billion (£1 billion) in the fertiliser sector over the next five years, including several projects currently under consideration. A significant portion of this investment, R$870 million (£145 million), will be directed towards restarting operations at…