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‘Very rare’ Royal Mint Shakespeare £2 coin selling for more than £50 on eBay

Posted on February 4, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
A 'very rare' £2 coin has sold for 26 times its face value because of one subtle error.
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EasyJet issues important warning to Brits planning holidays this year

Posted on February 4, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
easyJet advises passengers to check their passports before flying and replace them in good time if ripped so they can fly
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Why your £2 coin could be worth £500 and how to spot it

Posted on February 2, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
The rare coin, which has been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation and features an error that makes it extremely valuable
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I’m a finance expert – this simple move could change your finances for years

Posted on January 28, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
I’m a personal finance expert – and this is the one surprising thing you should do that could transform your finances for years to come.  
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You can win £500,000 helping Walkers find its next big crisp flavour

Posted on January 28, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
Walkers is on the hunt for its next big flavour – with the creator in with the chance of winning a prize of up to £500k.
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Domino’s launches new ‘Heat Boots’ from material used to keep pizzas warm

Posted on January 28, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
Delivery giant Domino's has launched 'Heat Boots' - made using the same insulation the company uses to keep its pizzas warm.
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Met Office names Storm Chandra bringing strong winds, heavy rain and snow

Posted on January 26, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
The Met Office has announced the next named storm as Chandra, forecast to bring strong winds, heavy rain and snow across much of the UK.
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House of Lords backs calls to ban social media for under 16s

Posted on January 22, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
A ban on social media for under-16s has been backed by the House of Lords following growing calls from campaigners including actor Hugh Grant.
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Martin Lewis issues alert to 14 million Brits who could save hundreds

Posted on January 22, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
Martin Lewis has issued urgent advice everyone should follow to reduce their annual bills.
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‘Very rare’ Royal Mint 50p sells for 64 times face value because of this one error

Posted on January 20, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
The 'very rare' Royal Mint 50p coin has sold for 64 times its face value because of one error
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Maltese Connection

Clapham Junction is a prehistoric site on Malta near the Dingli Cliffs. It is a complex network of tracks gouged in the rock. Its age and purpose are still a mystery of Maltese history. Beside the megalithic temples it is the most mysterious artefact on Malta. It is reported that the name "Clapham Junction" was given by an Englishman, who later reported that it reminded him of the great and busy railway station Clapham Junction in London.

Platform 1

The old platform 1 has now become platform ZERO. See our main article about Platform 1 at Clapham Junction

Wheelchair users are advised that they should allow an hour for transfer between platforms at Clapham Junction.

Gay Life on TV

Clapham Junction is a 2007 British television film, written by Kevin Elyot, about the experiences of gay men during 36 hours in the Clapham area of London and the consequences when their lives collide. It was broadcast on Channel 4 in July 2007. The drama was shown as part of a short season by Channel 4 to mark the 40th anniversary of decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales.
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