Universal Credit claimants to get permanent £1,200 savings bonus
The Help to Save scheme is now permanent, with eligibility expanding in 2028. Discover how families on Universal Credit can earn a £1,200 government bonus.
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How to save £75k on a low income: 3 easy tips
Discover how Alison saved nearly £75,000 in nine years while on a lower income. Follow her three simple budgeting tips to transform your finances in 2026.
UK savings rate falls to 9.5% in Q3 2025
The UK household saving ratio fell to 9.5% in Q3 2025, down from 10.2%. Economists note caution persists as savings remain above pre-pandemic levels. Read the full analysis.
Avoid Christmas weight gain with these simple steps
Expert reveals simple, science-backed strategies to enjoy festive food without piling on the pounds or breaking the bank. Learn about pre-event snacking and low-carb beer myths.
Brits Earn £436 Interest, Plan to Save £7,535 in 2026
Nationwide reveals UK savers earned £436 interest on average in 2025, with many aiming to save £7,535 next year. Discover the top savings goals and expert tips to maximise your money.
Help to Save Scheme Made Permanent, Widens Eligibility
HMRC confirms the Help to Save scheme is now permanent. From April 2028, 1.5 million more families, including Universal Credit claimants, could get a £1,200 bonus. Learn how to apply.
HMRC Confirms Dates for Major UK Tax Changes
HMRC has outlined when major tax changes from the Autumn Budget will take effect, impacting savings, pensions, and property income. Discover the key dates and how they affect you.
Emergency car repair help for UK drivers on low incomes
Struggling to pay for urgent car repairs? Discover three sources of grants and interest-free loans available in the UK, plus vital steps to take when your vehicle breaks down and funds are low.
Monzo 1p savings challenge leaves users struggling in December
Savers using Monzo's popular 1p challenge are feeling the pinch as daily deductions exceed £3. Discover why users are complaining and the clever reverse option.
$3.6B Heating Aid Released After Delay
The US government has released $3.6 billion in overdue LIHEAP funding, providing crucial heating assistance for low-income households this winter. Learn more about the relief.
Tax freeze hits low earners harder than rate rise
Resolution Foundation analysis reveals Rachel Reeves's income tax threshold freeze will disproportionately impact poorer households. Discover how this budget decision affects UK taxpayers.
Cash ISA Cut: Protect Your Savings from 2027
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Cash ISA allowance will drop from £20,000 to £12,000 for under-65s from 2027. Discover expert tips to shield your savings from tax and maximise your returns.
Budget: Universal Credit claimants may get £1,200
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has made the Help to Save scheme permanent, allowing millions on Universal Credit to earn bonuses of up to £1,200. Find out how to apply.
Reeves hikes property, savings and dividend taxes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a 2% tax rise on property, savings and dividend income in her second Budget, targeting fairness. Discover the full details.
Martin Lewis's £20,000 Savings Tax Alert
Martin Lewis explains how the new 2% savings tax hike from 2027 will impact savers with £20,000. Learn the thresholds and how to protect your money.
DWP Financial Support Guide for Low-Income Families
Discover the full range of DWP financial support, including Universal Credit and Warm Home Discount, available to low-income households across the UK this winter.
£120 Free Christmas Vouchers for Families
Thousands of UK families are receiving £120 in free vouchers this winter via the Household Support Fund. Check if your local council is providing this crucial financial help.
New 60/40 Guinness Pint Divides Drinkers
A new 60/40 Guinness blend, mixing stout with non-alcoholic version, cuts ABV to 1.7%. Public reaction is fiercely divided. Discover if this low-alcohol trend is for you.
Guinness 60/40 Pint Divides Drinkers
A new lower-alcohol Guinness blend, the 60/40 pint, is causing a stir. Discover why some are calling it sacrilege while others praise the innovation. Read more.
£150 energy bill help: DWP confirms eligible benefits
The DWP confirms a £150 Warm Home Discount for millions. Check if you're eligible based on benefits claimed on August 24, 2025. Act now to secure your energy bill support.
CBA criticised for $270m fees and shareholder money stance
Commonwealth Bank CEO defends keeping $270m in excessive fees from low-income customers as shareholder money, while Westpac commits to full refunds. Read the full story.
Leicester has UK's lowest disposable household income
Leicester ranks bottom in UK for disposable income as cost of living crisis deepens. Discover how low pay and austerity measures are affecting families.
Savers face £200 HMRC bill despite tax freeze
UK savers could pay £200 more tax even if income tax rates stay frozen. Experts warn of frozen thresholds and potential ISA changes in the Autumn Budget. Review your finances now.
Top Savings Accounts Beating Inflation - November 2024
Discover the best savings accounts offering inflation-beating returns this November. Our expert analysis reveals where your money can earn the highest interest rates in the UK market.
DWP Means-Tested Benefits: Complete Guide
Exclusive guide reveals which DWP benefits require means-testing and how your income and savings could affect your payments. Don't miss out on financial support you're entitled to.
Snap Benefits Discount Programme Shuts Down
Critical discount programme for low-income families using food delivery apps like Instacart and DoorDash has been terminated, leaving vulnerable households struggling amid cost of living crisis.
ISA Savers: How to Pocket Extra £240 Before April
Millions of UK savers could boost their tax-free savings by £240 with this simple ISA strategy before the April deadline. Discover how to maximise your returns.
Child poverty crisis: 73 areas where most children face hardship
Shocking new data reveals the devastating scale of child poverty across England, with nearly all children in dozens of regions living in low-income households, raising urgent questions about government policy and social inequality.
HMRC cracks down on side hustle tax evasion
BBC money expert reveals HMRC's new powers to track your side income from online platforms. Discover what you need to declare and how to avoid penalties in our essential guide.
Surviving on minimum wage: The shocking reality
A minimum wage worker reveals the shocking reality of surviving on £11.44 per hour in today's cost of living crisis, sharing practical budgeting tips that could help others struggling financially.
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