How to keep the peace with your neighbours

Navigating planning approval for an extension or self-build is likely to mean getting your neighbours onside. Here’s how to build a harmonious relationship with them

WE ALL KNOW FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT, SO HOW BEST TO PRESENT THE FRONT OF OUR HOMES? WE ASKED A PAINT EXPERT, AN ESTATE AGENT AND A HOME STAGER

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Henry Jeffreys on his eventful time as a council tenant

Summer is a time to feel upbeat and carefree, so the last thing you need is to be bogged down by arguments or negativity. Is someone killing your sunny vibe? Take our test to find out who, and get our

IS IT TIME TO GIVE UP GOSSIP? LAURA ANTONIA JORDAN EXPLORES THE EVOLUTION OF TATTLE AND WHY NOW MIGHT BE A GOOD TIME TO QUIT THE LOOSE LIPS