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Welcome to the Walled City

Welcome to Derry~Londonderry, the home of Ireland's only completely intact historic Walled City, the Derry Girls, award winning museums and some of the greatest outdoor festivals in the world!

With world-class visitor experiences on our doorstep, and a cosmopolitan vibe all year round, there’s so much to do in our compact, walkable city and even more reason to stay for longer.

Did you know, we’re the perfect hub for exploring the Wild Atlantic Way and the Causeway Coastal Route.

So come join us on a giant adventure, we guarantee it will be LegenDerry!

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A shopping trip in Derry~Londonderry will most definitely not disappoint. From luxury boutique stores, to high street chains and our stunning craft shops, you’ll find everything you need and more. So whether you’re visiting the city to explore our historic 400-year-old Walls, award-winning museums or even simply just to check out our social scene, make sure you swing by our shopping centres too.

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The Causeway Coastal Route is one of Northern Ireland's greatest adventures.

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Belfast International Airport

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5 Titanic tales

From the Belfast museum to Cobh harbour, discover the stories behind Titanic

Giant's Causeway

Take it to the edge at this incredible UNESCO World Heritage Site along Northern Ireland's Causeway Coastal Route

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Gateway to the south of Ireland, this busy airport just outside Cork city caters to domestic and international flights and is noted for the punctuality of its flights!

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Wild Atlantic Way

Marvel at the stunning scenery along the world’s longest defined coastal touring route.

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Make a beeline for the quirky city of Cork.

5 Reasons Cork Tastes Amazing

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Dingle Peninsula

A trip to the Dingle Peninsula means amazing scenery and incomparable inspiration.

City of Derry Airport

Close to the impressive walled city of Derry~Londonderry and a gateway for the northwest of Ireland, this airport caters for direct flights from Europe and domestic flights.

Getting to Derry~Londonderrry city centre

Derry-Londonderry

Be wowed by the walled wonder of Derry-Londonderry.

Explore Derry~Londonderry and beyond

This fun city is a great base to explore the Causeway Coastal Route and Wild Atlantic Way.

Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge

Sway with the wind as you cross the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, and take in the stunning views of the Causeway Coastal Route

Inishowen Peninsula

Northern Lights, Star Wars cinematics: there’s nothing quite like the Inishowen Peninsula.

Donegal Airport

You want pretty? Donegal Airport has been voted one of the most scenic airports in the world and offers domestic and UK flights right to the Wild Atlantic Way in the north east of Ireland.

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6 charming towns of the Wild Atlantic Way

Character, tradition and charm: check out these spots on the Wild Atlantic Way.

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6 coastal walks

Experience an invigorating coastal walking adventure on the island of Ireland!

Dublin Airport

The largest airport in Ireland is where it is at for most visitors. It caters for most of our domestic and international flights and is also close to the city centre and the motorway network so your holiday can start as soon as you land.

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Dublin: food and drink

Traditional treats, great pubs and cutting-edge chefs make Dublin a taste sensation.

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Dublin's talking statues

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Ireland West Airport

Bypass the big-city bustle and fly right into this compact airport in the west of Ireland, which caters for domestic and European flights.

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Galway city

Galway is laid back, relaxed and ready for a party.

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Kylemore Abbey

A tragic tale and epic romance; Hollywood’s scriptwriters have nothing on the legendary love story behind Kylemore Abbey

Lights, camera, Connemara

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Kerry Airport

Close to the famous Ring of Kerry in the south west, this small but perfectly formed airport offers direct flights from Europe and also caters to domestic flights.

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An international airport with a laidback feel, Shannon, near Limerick city, was the first transatlantic airport in Ireland and is popular with visitors to the west and south west.

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Limerick city

Explore a vibrant city on the River Shannon.

Limerick City

Discover the Burren, a rocky limestone paradise on the Wild Atlantic Way.

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Cliffs of Moher

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Hidden gems along the Wild Atlantic Way

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Ballycastle Port

Right on the famous Causeway Coastal Route, Ballycastle welcomes foot passengers from Campbeltown in Scotland.

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The Causeway Coast

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10 top Northern Ireland experiences

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Slow adventure in Northern Ireland

Slow travel is the way to go and Northern Ireland is your first stop!

Great food, traditional pubs and incredible Titanic history take Belfast to the next level

Belfast Port

Gateway to Northern Ireland, Belfast port is just a short distance from the city centre and offers great transport links. Perfect whether you are travelling by cruise liner or ferry.

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Cork Ferry Port

Picturesque Cork Ferry Port on the south coast is located in one of the largest natural harbours in the world. It offers easy city access and good transport links for ferry passengers from the UK and Europe.

Cork City: Top 9 Attractions

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Dublin Port

Whether you are travelling by cruise liner or ferry, Dublin Port on the east coast is a great place to dock – just a quick journey away from Dublin city centre and well connected to the motorway network.

Whether you love city jaunts or seaside strolls, Dublin offers the best of both worlds.

Dublin city: music

U2 call the city home and Phil Lynott loved this ‘Old Town’. Dublin IS music.

Right on the famous Causeway Coastal Route, Larne is a gateway to Northern Ireland. Good news for ferry passengers sailing direct from Scotland and for cruise passengers who get to explore the northern coast.

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Northern Ireland: embrace a giant spirit

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Rosslare Europort

A location on the "sunny" south east coast of Ireland, direct ferry services from the UK and Europe and good road and rail links make Rosslare a great place to dock in Ireland.

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Big houses in Ireland

Discover how Ireland’s history is elegantly entwined with our “Big Houses”.

9 epic castles and conquests

9 castles in Ireland's Ancient East haunted by tales of battle and betrayal.

Towns and villages of Ireland’s Ancient East

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10 reasons why Ireland is always in season

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Discover the promise of spring in the air.

Feel the whole island waking up and unfurling in the warm sunshine. And then, of course, there's St Patrick's Day...

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Ireland’s St Patrick’s celebrations

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Ireland’s weather

Ireland’s weather information with weather forecast and everything you need to pack.

Home of St Patrick Festival

Where better to celebrate the life of St Patrick, than where his legacy runs deep? Get yourself to Armagh for the celebrations at the Home of St Patrick Festival!

Enjoy Ireland's endless summer days

Ireland in summer is a hazy mix of exploring, relaxing and enjoying the fact that you've got nothing but time.

Slow down in Ireland

Ireland is the perfect destination for a spot of slow travel.

Join in the fun around the city on 16 June as Dublin celebrates James Joyce’s love for the city and Bloomsday!

Bring some autumn colour to your life

Get spooky in the home of Halloween and enjoy the fruits of the harvest season.

Photo tips on snapping Ireland in autumn

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Galway International Arts Festival

Wowing audiences since 1978, head on over to Galway and immerse yourself in the artistic haven that is the Galway International Arts Festival!

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Let ireland warm your heart.

Sure, it's cold outside. But the trick is to wrap up, enjoy those gorgeous frosty walks and then warm up in a cosy traditional pub.

Ireland's Christmas Markets

Take a seasonal trip to six of Ireland’s most festive Christmas markets.

Irish coffee

Try this original recipe at home, or warm up with a drink at one of Ireland's pubs

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If you have any desire to understand Irish history – especially the long-running resistance to British colonial rule – then a visit to this former prison…

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Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's most prestigious university, a collection of elegant Georgian and Victorian buildings, cobbled squares and nature…

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History, art and picture-perfect cities in UK & Ireland

With centuries of extraordinary history to discover and plenty of jaw-dropping scenery to admire, you’ll never be short of things to do in the UK and Ireland. From big and bustling capital cities like London and Edinburgh to charming cobbled villages and beautiful national parks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Whether you’re an art fanatic, a keen walker or simply love exploring magnificent castles, here are a selection of highlights to put on your bucket list.

1 Explore Central London

Top of our list of things to do in the UK and Ireland has to be a trip to the Big Smoke. From the Tower of London to Covent Garden, London’s attractions are truly endless. As well as numerous historical gems, you’ll find many contemporary sights, too, including busy Oxford Street and The Shard.

2 Amble Around The Cotswolds

The picture-perfect Cotswolds in south west England are famed for their rolling hills and quintessentially British villages filled with honey-hued houses. Considered one of the prettiest regions in the UK, you can easily spend a few days exploring Medieval market towns, gorgeous gardens and historic country houses.

3 Discover the Elegant Georgian City of Bath

Fans of Jane Austen will feel right at home in Bath, the location of many of the author’s novels. The attractive city in Somerset is also known for its Georgian architecture and beautiful Roman bath houses. Bathe in mineral-rich waters at the Thermae Bath Spa, stroll along the Circle or pop into the Jane Austen Centre.

4 Visit the Historic Heart of Edinburgh

Scotland’s capital city is also its most historic. Make some time to leisurely stroll along the Royal Mile that links Edinburgh Castle with Holyrood Palace. For great views across the city you can walk up Arthur’s Seat, while New Town is home to many handsome Georgian buildings and the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

5 Spend a few Days in the Idyllic Lake District

Located in the north of England, the Lake District is one of the most popular destinations in the UK for outdoor enthusiasts. It’s filled with natural wonders, from towering peaks like Scafell Pike to over 16 lakes. The Lake District hosts over 500 events every year, from music festivals to guided walks, so be sure to check the calendar before you visit.

6 Discover the Irish Countryside

Breathtakingly beautiful, the Irish countryside has been immortalized in countless literary and cinematic works, including Star Wars, Harry Potter and The Game of Thrones. Discover the countryside for yourself on a scenic drive through the verdant Ring of Kerry, past rugged coastal landscapes and tiny seaside villages, or set out to explore the mountains, heaths, bogs and forests of Connemara National Park, in western Ireland. Set on the southwest of County Clare, the Cliffs of Moher as just as mesmerizing, especially at sunset. Also visit Giant’s Causeway to the north of Northern Ireland – a land of myth and legend, locals consider this astonishing volcanic landscape Northern Ireland’s most popular attraction!

7 Wander Around Oxford and Cambridge

Oxford and Cambridge are famed for being home to two of the world’s most prestigious universities. Walk in the footsteps of former alumni, from Charles Darwin to Oscar Wilde, by taking a day trip to either from London. In addition to admiring Medieval and Renaissance architecture, you can punt along the canals in Cambridge or visit the Bodleian Library (the second largest in the UK) in Oxford.

8 Look out for Mythical Creatures at Loch Ness

A trip to the Scottish Highlands isn’t complete without taking in Loch Ness. It’s one of the region’s deep, freshwater lakes and is best known for its links to the mythical Loch Ness Monster. We can’t guarantee you’ll spot the infamous Nessie, but you can learn more about it at the visitor center or while cruising on the loch.

9 Witness Iconic Landscapes in the Isle of Skye

Another must-see location in Scotland is the Isle of Skye. Part of the Inner Hebrides archipelago, it’s best known for its rugged scenery and rich history. Admire the cascades at the enchanting Fairy Pools, take a walk to The Old Man of Storr – a huge rock that can be spotted from miles away – or wander around Portree, Skye’s main coastal town.

10 Visit Medieval Forts and Castles in Rural Ireland

Like the UK, Ireland has dozens of grand houses and ruined castles with truly fascinating histories. Take a trip to Kilkenny to visit its restored 12th century fortress whose original structure dates back to the Norman conquest. Killarney in County Kerry is where you’ll find the impressive Ross Castle, the ancestral seat of the O’Donoghue clan, and Muckross House, a handsome 19th century lakeside manor.

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Altagore Cashel

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Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral

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England offers a fascinating mix of history, architecture, intrigue and famous figures. England has something for everyone, ranging from imperious castles and magnificent cathedrals to quintessentially English landscapes, the postcard perfect villages of the Cotswolds, the Peak District and the Yorkshire Dales to the great coastal drives of Cornwall are truly breath-taking.   Embarking on a tour of England will take you on a journey through more than one thousand years of England’s history with opportunities to visit Viking York, Roman Chester, Medieval Warwick, Elizabethan Stratford-upon-Avon, Victorian Manchester, Georgian Bath and the modern metropolis of London.

London is the thriving capital and heart of the UK offering culture, fashion, entertainment, iconic visitor attractions and historic buildings. With Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, London Eye and many more on your doorstep and transport links including tubes, trains, trams, buses your options are limitless.   Visitors are welcomed into the hustle and bustle of one of the busiest cities in the world and will be amazed and delighted by what they find…

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Wales is a friendly, humorous and proud nation with a fascinating mix of cultural and industrial heritage. Located within its borders are three of the UK’s finest National Parks, Snowdonia in the north offers spectacular mountain scenery, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park shows off endless coastal vistas and the Brecon Beacons conceals over 250 ancient monuments. Wales also boasts some of Europe’s best medieval castles including Caernarfon, Beaumaris and Powis to name a few. ​​ Cardiff is Wales’ energetic capital city with a foot firmly in both the past and the present. Cardiff Castle and Cathedral sit alongside a regenerated Cardiff Bay, housing the Millennium Stadium – Wales’ ultra-modern football and rugby stadium – and a number of excellent museums and attractions.

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Nowhere offers quite as many remarkably romantic experiences as Scotland. Waiting to greet lucky visitors are the legendary Highlands covered with purple heather that have been the setting for centuries of warring clans and the legends of Bonnie Prince Charlie, Rob Roy and William Wallace. The vast Highlands and islands regions north of the bustling cities of Glasgow and Edinburgh are famed for their beauty and solitude and stunning Lochs offering tales of mythological beasts.   Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city and centre of culture, it has been described by famous author Robert Louis Stevenson as ‘what Paris ought to be’. Every August the city puts on a number of world-class festivals as well as the Royal Military Tattoo, a spectacular show of pipe and marching bands.

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Ni tourism conference 2024.

Conference to focus on people, places, and partnerships in the tourism and hospitality industry in Northern Ireland.

Tourism Northern Ireland is hosting a conference in Belfast this April to help businesses in the tourism and hospitality sector in Northern Ireland prosper and grow.

The Tourism Conference 2024 is your opportunity to hear from a number of inspiring and interactive expert speakers and listen to panel discussions. You will also be able to engage with the Tourism NI team, their key partners, and industry peers.

Key conference themes

This year's conference theme is People, Place, and Partnership and these areas will be explored by looking at:

• sustainability, regeneration, and the importance of a sense of place in the context of the tourism and hospitality industry
• how to develop a people-centred, collaborative culture that fosters self-belief, encourages ownership, and uncovers hidden talents.
• what artificial intelligence (AI) can do for your tourism business to help improve customer experience, streamline operations, and drive growth

Conference details

Date: Tuesday 23 April 2024 Time: 9:30am to 2:30pm Venue: Titanic, Belfast Cost: Free

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Trade groups have warned of higher food prices and empty supermarket shelves because of new post-Brexit border fees being introduced this month.

A maximum charge of £145 will apply on imports of plant and animal products, such as cheese and fish, entering the UK through the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel from 30 April.

The fees are intended to cover the cost of operating new border control posts required after Brexit, and will not apply to goods brought into the UK for personal use, the government said.

But importers warned the new charges could lead to higher prices for consumers.

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Ted Baker is the latest in a string of high-street giants to call in administrators in recent years. 

But how does it affect you? 

Let's use Ted Baker as an example. 

Purchases and returns

You can still purchase online or walk into a Ted Baker shop and buy items, but you could run into trouble returning them. 

If the retailer stops trading, it may not be able to get your money back to you.

If that is the case, you would have to file a claim with Teneo (Ted Baker's administrator) to join a list of creditors owed money by Ted Baker – and even then there's no guarantee you'd get your money back.

You could also file a claim with your debit or credit card provider - but again, no guarantees. 

TL;DR: If you have one - use it as soon as possible. 

Teneo has made no changes to the way gift cards can be used at Ted Baker, but as is the case with all administrators, it can change the terms and conditions at will. 

As above, if you lose out on cash because of a company going into administration, you can raise it with the administrators themselves. 

Credits and debits

As we mentioned earlier, you can file a claim with your debit or credit card provider to recover lost funds - but how exactly does that work?

• Credit card:  If you bought any single item costing between £100-£30,000 and paid on a credit card, the card firm is liable if something goes wrong. If any purchase was less than £100, you may still be able to get your money back via chargeback
• Debit card:  Under chargeback, your bank can try to get your money back from Ted Baker's bank. However, be aware that this is not a legal requirement and it can later be disputed and recalled back to Ted Baker's bank

A US state is considering a bill giving employees the right not to respond to calls, emails and texts from their bosses outside of paid work hours.

The so-called "right to disconnect" would allow California's labour commission to fine employers for interrupting personal time, reports our partner network NBC News.

The bill makes exceptions for emergencies, scheduling and collective bargaining.

The state's Chamber of Commerce called the proposed legislation a step backwards for flexibility.

However, Professor Amira Barger told NBC the changes would help tackle an "epidemic of burnout" and were a "necessary adaptation" for the future of work.

The planned £15bn mega-merger of UK mobile networks Vodafone and Three is to face an in-depth investigation by the competition watchdog.

The Competition and Markets Authority confirmed it will launch a so-called Phase 2 probe after both firms told the regulator they would not be offering measures to ease its concerns ahead of the deadline, 2 April.

The CMA said last month that the tie-up could have a "substantial" impact on competition, warning it may lead to higher prices and reduced quality.

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School strikes over teachers' pay and funding could be staged in September, the leader of a teaching union has warned.

Daniel Kebede, general secretary of the National Education Union (NEU), the largest education union in the UK, did not rule out launching a ballot on walkouts for the autumn term.

Teachers at the NEU’s annual conference in Bournemouth will vote today on whether the union should "build capacity" to deliver national industrial action.

Ofgem is considering plans for rules on the use of artificial intelligence in the energy industry amid fears the technology could risk "tacit collusion", reports  The Times.

Algorithms that make pricing decisions for companies would make it more difficult to identify who is accountable when it comes to competition issues, the regulator said.

Customers also need to be protected from higher-risk AI used to help balance supply and demand that could cause power outages if they fail.

By Daniel Binns, business reporter

The FTSE 100 is up more than 0.4% this morning, after a rise in the price of gold boosted precious metal mining firms.

Also up is British fintech Cab Payments. Its shares have shot up 11% in early trading.

It comes after the firm secured a payment provider licence in the Netherlands, paving the way for it to expand in the country.

Meanwhile, the cost of oil continues to slowly creep up in the wake of investor concerns over the Middle East and Ukraine's attacks on Russian refineries.

A barrel of Brent crude is currently trading at just over $89 (£70).

The currency markets remain stable, with £1 buying you $1.26 US or €1.17, with the rates almost unchanged from yesterday.

Google is considering charging for premium AI-powered features, the Financial Times reports.

It would be the first time the tech giant put any core products behind a paywall, as it seeks to gain ground in the fast-moving AI space

The FT cited sources familiar with Google's plans as saying it could incorporate a generative AI-powered search engine in its subscription services, which already provide access to its new Gemini AI assistant in Gmail and Docs.

Google's traditional search engine would remain free of charge and ads would continue to appear alongside search results even for subscribers.

"We're not working on or considering an ad-free search experience. As we've done many times before, we'll continue to build new premium capabilities and services to enhance our subscription offerings across Google," the company told Reuters.

Google, which invented the foundational technology for today's AI boom, is locked in battle with two industry players that have captured the business world's attention - ChatGPT's creator OpenAI and its backer Microsoft.

Every Thursday we look at a different savings option, explain the pros and cons, and reveal the best deals on the market (see table below for that).  This week we're talking about the top interest-paying current accounts. Savings Champion founder Anna Bowes  writes...

From time to time there are plenty of incentives available to attempt to encourage people to switch their current accounts - but switching is not always necessary. There are also some current accounts that offer competitive interest rates, even if there's not a switching incentive. 

While not as prevalent as they have been in the recent past, interest-paying current accounts can offer some very competitive interest rates – especially bearing in mind that most current accounts offer no interest at all. In fact, according to the Bank of England, there is £253bn currently held in these non-interest bearing accounts.

These accounts are usually more complicated than a traditional savings account and there are a number of hoops to jump through and potential hazards to avoid, in order to get the returns on offer. 

Potential traps to look out for are: low maximum balances, introductory rates, monthly fees, a requirement to set up direct debits, a minimum amount to pay in each month and a minimum amount to maintain in the account.

All of these factors need to be taken into account when choosing an account and if you feel that you may fall foul of the rules, take a look at one of the alternatives that will suit your circumstances better. 

Setting up standing orders is an easy way to ensure you deposit and withdraw the qualifying amounts each month and can be effective in managing multiple current accounts. It may take a while to set it all up, but the rates on offer could make it worthwhile. It is also worth remembering that many of these accounts can be opened without having to switch your main current account. 

A final point to bear in mind is that some of these accounts give you access to exclusive savings accounts, which often pay competitive rates - especially true with regular savings accounts.

By Ollie Cooper, Money team

Many of us have noticed the price of pints creeping up in recent years. 

The cost of draught lager has gone up nearly 30% since January 2019, according to the Office for National Statistics.

The ONS says the cost of the average pint in Britain is £4.70 (it was £3.67 in January 2019), but many pubs frequently sell beers for over £5, £6 or even £7 in cities like London, Edinburgh and Brighton. 

The beer doesn't taste any different despite the increase in price - so where exactly does that £6-7 for a pint go? 

Sky News spoke with management at The Duke of Greenwich pub in Greenwich, London, for some insight. 

A pint of The Duke of Greenwich's eponymous lager costs £6 - but just 83p (about 13.8% of the cost to the consumer) is profit for the pub.

They pay the brewery £1.36 per pint and allow for 5% wastage - which people in the industry say is perhaps a little on the low side, given the number of top-ups and over-lively pints poured. 

Nearly 30%, or £1.76, of your £6 goes towards paying staff - with hospitality wages needing to rise given inflation, the national minimum wage and in order for pubs, restaurants and cafes to compete in the worsening inter-industry dogfight for employees. 

£1.16 may seem steep for rent and utilities per pint - but remember they aren't just paying for the building and the lights. They also need to wash your glass with very hot water using a dishwasher or glass cleaner, provide heating for punters, water for the bathrooms and electricity across the wider pub for bandits (aka trusty fruit machines), music and for that bloke at the bar to charge his phone. 

No one will need reminding that there's a cost of living crisis that affects pubs as much as everyone else. 

There's also beer gas that needs to be paid for. 

This goes some way towards explaining why pubs charge so much - they simply have to survive. 

More expensive means more profit, right?

As you go further up the scale, the trend continues. 

Despite a pint of Crush IPA by the Drop Project Brewery in Mitcham costing £1.80 more than the lager (£7.80), there's actually a decrease in the profit margin - from around 13.8% to around 12.7%. 

Less than £1 of that £7.80 is profit for the pub itself - and this is before we've accounted for extra expenses like refurbishments, cleaners, breakages, expired products, etc. 

While being aware of these facts may not make you wince any less when that card machine turns around, you will have a better idea of where that money is going. 

British Savings Bonds, which were announced in the budget, have gone on sale.

The bonds, issued by the Treasury-backed NS&I, offer a fixed rate for three years - and the rate has been revealed at 4.15%.

This has left experts feeling a little underwhelmed.

Savings Champion founder Anna Bowes gave us her view: "In essence, this is simply a re-issuance of the NS&I three-year Guaranteed Income and Guaranteed Growth bonds, rather than anything new or British.

"As was reported just after the budget and as is often the case with NS&I products, while the interest rate is not rock bottom it’s mid-table, so is likely to still be utilised, especially for those rolling over old bonds, and those with more than the FSCS limit of £85,000, because of course all cash held with NS&I is guaranteed by HM Treasury.

"NS&I is a trusted institution so will always be popular, but savers can earn quite a lot more if they shop around and perhaps choose a provider they are less familiar with."

The Guaranteed Growth Bond option is available at 4.15% and the Guaranteed Income Bond option has a rate of 4.07%.

Funds of between £500 and £1 million can be invested, with the money locked in for the duration of the three-year term.

The investments have 100%, Treasury-backed security, and are invested back into the country via government financing.

British Savings Bonds can be purchased online at nsandi.com .

Those looking for three-year deals can find a range of options with rates above 4.60% AER in the wider market, according to Moneyfactscompare.co.uk .

Bonds with shorter terms also offer higher rates, such as 5.25% AER for a one-year deal or 5.10% for a two-year deal.

Rachel Springall, a finance expert at Moneyfactscompare.co.uk , said: "As it stands, savers can get an account that pays more than 5% on either an easy access account or fixed-rate bond. As has been evident, fixed rates on savings accounts are coming down, so the deals that sit towards the top of the market will likely be in high demand."

Bim Afolami, economic secretary to the Treasury, said: "This is a new opportunity for UK savers to benefit from the three-year fixed-rate British Savings Bonds knowing that their money is fully protected by HM Treasury.

"The bonds will help to grow the savings culture in the UK while providing cost-effective financing for the government."

More than one in three UK water employees has reported being verbally abused at work, according to GMB Union.

A survey of almost 1,300 staff found industry workers have been physically assaulted and unsafe working alone, the Guardian reported.

The survey comes after backlash to news of sewage dumping practices.

The government has declined to launch a public inquiry into Thurrock council's bankruptcy , the Financial Times reports.

Residents had petitioned for an investigation into the Conservative-run Essex council.

But minister for local government Simon Hoare said a best value inspection report published last year was an effective way to look into the issue.

Co-op is reintroducing the  remote wine-tastings  first piloted during lockdown.

Winemakers will host sessions to members each month over Zoom following demand from customers, according to the supermarket.

Participants will receive advance notice of which wines will be the subject of the tastings.

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