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Fitness gadgets: from weighted hula-hoops, to bala bangles, smart ropes and yoga wheels, we rate the exercise kit worth buying

With exciting, unusual fitness kit selling out across retailers, we’ve rounded up the props that are going to help you achieve your fitness goals (and actually work)

Christine Austin picks her top supermarket wine bargains for under a tenner

So with £10 as my absolute top price, here are ten wines that will go with whatever you are having for supper this evening. Some are old favourites and some are new faces on the shelves. Several come from Asda which has recently added some terrific new wines to its range.

Rother Valley MP Alex Stafford says failing to secure the critical minerals needed for electric cars could cost 500,000 jobs by 2030

Rother Valley MP Alex Stafford says the Government “must take immediate and assertive action” to avert the “potential disaster” of the batteries and motors of electric cars not being made in the UK because of a lack of minerals such as copper, lithium and cobalt.

Why three million members of Excluded UK have a right to empathy and parity – Greg Wright

In an upbeat video interview, which was promoted on the Treasury’s official Twitter feed and presumably paid for by the taxpayer, Rishi Sunak outlined what he regarded as the major themes of his latest Budget.

The US couple whose business is bearing fruit during the pandemic

When Jane and Jon Birch decided to buy Yorkshire Wolds Apple Juice from their friends they really had no idea what they were doing.

Greece is the word as the countdown begins to a new era of holidays abroad

We’re not trapped indoors. We’re definitely not homeschooling. We’re lying on sunbeds at the water’s edge, marvelling at the vibrant greenery enveloping our secluded bay, wondering whether to settle in awe or snorkel in paradise.

Surgical Innovations in Leeds targets 'pent up' demand after revenues take a hit

The Leeds-based firm was hit by delays in elective surgeries as countries prioritised getting to grips with the pandemic.

Why this cloth-making startup is calling for an end to Brexit squabbling

David Kendal established his own cloth-making business last September after being made redundant at a similar firm a few months prior.

What you should consider before getting a mortgage – Gareth Shaw

I own a property. I’m engaged and due to get married soon. My partner and I would like to buy our family home, however the plan is for my husband to purchase this as a single applicant, whilst I keep my flat, which we will rent out.

Knights in expansion mode after £5.3m acquisition

Knights, which has offices in Leeds and York, said the acquisition of Mundays will strengthen its presence in the South East. This is in line with the group’s strategy to accelerate its organic growth through carefully targeted acquisitions which are a strong cultural fit.