Net Zero to cost UK £4.5 trillion, says NESO
Official forecasts suggest Labour's Net Zero push may cost Britain £4.5 trillion over 25 years, with households facing a £585 billion bill. Critics warn of economic strain.
Category : Search result: UK cost crisis
Starmer's 2026 cost of living plan branded a risky gamble
Keir Starmer stakes his future on a 'relentless' cost of living focus, but critics warn his strategy of recycling taxpayer money is a 50-50 gamble. Read the analysis.
UK family triples savings living off-grid in Spain
A family who fled the UK for an off-grid life in Spain have trebled their savings and say they will never return. Discover how they escaped the cost-of-living crisis.
Greggs raises sausage roll price by 5p amid rising costs
Greggs increases its iconic sausage roll price to £1.35 and a latte to £2.25, citing wage and energy costs. CEO Roisin Currie warns of a 'tough market' as shares fall. Read the full analysis.
Government poised to water down pub business rates hikes
UK pubs are set for a major boost as the government prepares to scale back planned business rate increases. Get the latest political and business news updates here.
Government poised to water down business rates for pubs
The UK government is set to offer a major reprieve to struggling pubs by scaling back planned business rates increases. Get the latest political news and updates.
Octopus Solar Panels Review: Costs & Savings
We analyse Octopus Energy's solar panel offering on cost, installation, and customer satisfaction. See if this one-stop energy shop is right for your home.
Six Affordable UK Country House Hotels with Spas
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
Disabled Brits could save £700+ with Purpl in 2026
Disabled households face an extra £13,140 a year in costs. A new UK platform, Purpl, offers exclusive discounts to help save over £700 annually on essentials. Discover how to reduce the disability price tag.
Starmer attacks Reform UK for 'appeasing Putin'
Keir Starmer launched a fierce attack on Nigel Farage's Reform UK, accusing it of seeking to 'appease Putin' and 'inject bile' into communities. The PM urged his Cabinet to keep a relentless focus on the cost of living ahead of May's key elections.
Starmer: Cost of living relief to be felt this year
PM Keir Starmer pledges families will feel financial relief from policies like free childcare and energy bill cuts in 2026, but warns Nigel Farage spells economic trouble. Read the full analysis.
UK unemployment hits 5.1%, highest since Covid pandemic
UK unemployment has surged to 5.1%, the highest level since the Covid pandemic. Experts warn 2026 could see further rises as cost pressures force business closures. Read the full analysis.
Starmer pledges to remain Labour leader in 2026
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer insists he will still be in No 10 by 2027, despite backbench discontent, as he launches a new pitch to voters focused on easing the cost of living crisis.
Early January Payday for Millions in 2026
Millions of UK workers will be paid early in January 2026 due to a weekend pay date, offering crucial relief during the toughest financial month. Get expert debt advice here.
Millions to be paid early in January 2026
Millions of UK workers will receive their January pay early in 2026, offering crucial relief during the toughest financial month. Experts warn of rising debt and offer advice.
Whitney Port's Surrogacy Journey: £200k Cost & Emotional Toll
The Hills star Whitney Port opens up about her surrogacy journey, revealing five miscarriages, a £200k cost, and the emotional complexity of pursuing parenthood. Read her candid story.
Mini Eggs price shock: 'Country is a disgrace' say shoppers
Shoppers are outraged as Cadbury Mini Eggs now cost over double for less chocolate. Discover the shrinkflation scandal and why consumers are protesting.
Starmer to Cabinet: Slash Cost of Living Now
PM Keir Starmer vows to use every tool to cut household bills as pressure mounts. New analysis shows workers face stealth tax 'hammering'. Read the full story.
Poll: UK Support for EU Rejoin Surpasses France, Italy
A new YouGov poll reveals 50% of Brits would vote to rejoin the EU, a dramatic shift from Brexit. The findings put pressure on Keir Starmer as analysis shows Brexit costs £90bn a year.
Couple saves £800 a month living on canal boat
Tish and Josh sold their apartment for a 57ft canal boat to escape the UK's cost of living crisis. They reveal the financial savings, the peace it brings, and the hidden challenges of life on the water.
Couple saves £1k a month living on canal boat
Tish and Josh sold their apartment and moved onto a narrowboat to escape rising UK living costs. They reveal the financial savings, mental health benefits, and hidden challenges of life on the water.
MTV ends UK music channels after 40+ years
MTV has ceased broadcasting its 24-hour music channels in the UK and Europe, marking the end of an era. Discover the final song and viewer reactions to this cultural shift.
Wealth gap widens: poorest lose, richest gain under Labour
New data reveals a stark rise in UK wealth disparity since 2024. The poorest households are 2.1% worse off, while the richest saw incomes soar by 10.3%. Read Keir Starmer's plan to tackle the crisis.
2026 Money Dates: Energy Cap, Wage Rise & Rate Decisions
Your guide to the 2026 financial changes: energy price cap rises 0.2% in January, national living wage increases 4.1% in April, and three Bank of England rate decisions. Plan your budget now.
Financial expert warns of three major 2026 money changes
Financial education specialist Antonia Medlicott predicts a turbulent 2026 with key shifts in consumer behaviour, AI markets, and ISA rules. Discover how to protect your wealth.
Starmer's 2026 vow: Restore hope, tackle child poverty
PM Keir Starmer pledges 2026 will see Britain 'rediscover hope' and feel change, moved by a 9-year-old's letter on poverty. Details on cost-of-living war and policy shifts inside.
Starmer's 2026 Hope Vow After Girl's Poverty Letter
PM Keir Starmer promises 2026 will be a year of tangible change, vowing action on child poverty and the cost of living after a poignant letter from a nine-year-old girl.
Starmer's 2026 priorities: Poll reveals public's top issue
As Keir Starmer returns from Christmas, we ask what his biggest 2026 priority should be. Vote in our poll on the cost of living, NHS, immigration and more.
UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
Brits move to Mallorca for better life, relaxed pace
A British mother reveals why she moved her family to Mallorca, escaping UK cost of living and grey skies. Discover the expat lifestyle attracting thousands.
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