Experts issue pipes warning and settle debate on ‘ideal’ heating temperature
Chilly weather heightens the risk of home pipes freezing and splitting, potentially wreaking havoc on your plumbing and heating systems. While a quick internet search might seem like the easy way out, Yell experts warn against DIY thawing of frozen pipes due to the risk of causing them to burst; it’s always safer to seek professional help. However, More...
WASPI campaign update affecting ‘every MP’ as key emails go out | Personal Finance | Finance
WASPI (Women Against State Pension Inequality) is piling on the pressure on MPs as they continue to fight for DWP compensation. The campaign group is waiting for the DWP to issue a fresh decision on what remedy More...
Which health conditions qualify for long-term Attendance Allowance | Personal Finance | Finance
The most recent data from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) reveals that by the end of February 2025, more than 1.7 million elderly people were in receipt of extra financial assistance via Attendance More...
Little-known DWP deadline that could cost you £2,472 per year | Personal Finance | Finance
People across the UK with a disability or health condition that affects their ability to work are being warned to act before a looming deadline or risk losing out on £2,472 per year. The Department for Work More...
Shop price inflation hits 3.3% as food cost hikes batter Brits’ wallets | Personal Finance | Finance
Shop price inflation edged up in December as food price rises continued to put pressure on household budgets, according to figures. Food inflation increased to 3.3%, up from November’s 3% and far outstripping More...
HMRC demand letters for people with £3,500 or more in savings account | Personal Finance | Finance
People with as little as £3,500 or more in fixed savings accounts could trigger an unexpected tax bill letter from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). That’s because HMRC is able to automatically detect interest More...
Every reason you may have to repay DWP benefits, and what if its wrong | Personal Finance | Finance
More than a million people have been told they must repay benefits they have been paid incorrectly. According to The Big Issue there are about 1.1 million people who owe money to the Department of Work and Pensions More...
NS&I Premium Bonds holders issued 2026 prize warning | Personal Finance | Finance
Premium Bonds savers are encouraged to look over their accounts as the new year starts. The prize fund rate for Premium Bonds is currently 3.6 percent, with the odds of each £1 Bond being selected for a prize More...
Morrisons makes major change in 2200 stores today – customers will be happy | Personal Finance | Finance
Morrisons will cut the prices of more than 2,500 items from January 2, offering much-welcomed savings for customers as the New Year begins. The changes will be applied in all of its supermarkets across the UK More...
HMRC one-month warning over £300 fine | Personal Finance | Finance
As the New Year kicks off, many UK workers could be at risk of incurring a fine of £300 or more. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) may start issuing these fines before employees have even had a chance to fully More...
