Housing Minister Grant Shapps has said that he will look at ways builders could make payments into a community fund to pay for energy products such a wind farms and district heating schemes.

First impressions are always important, and it's no different when guests visit your home. We found a few tips on how to maintain and update the front exterior of your home to make sure you have effective "curb appeal" and a welcoming entryway.

If you need a respite from a summer of renovations or just looking for a quick getaway, this is the perfect opportunity. To celebrate the launch of its new £1.7m facilities, which include an additional ten luxury en-suite rooms, the 2010 Brasserie and beauty treatment rooms Tranquility, Peckforton Castle is inviting one lucky competition winner to come and experience the magic of this unique Cheshire hotel.