cost of living
6.7m to cut back on showers and baths to afford rising energy bills – survey
The poll for National Debtline found 45% of people are heading into the winter period worried about their finances.
Charles makes birthday visit to surplus food project
The King shared his 76th birthday with the first anniversary of his Coronation Food Project and treated it as a normal working day.
Shoppers returning to brands as cost-of-living pressures ease – Premier Foods
The Hertfordshire-based food giant said its branded products sold particularly well over the first half of the year.
Teacher unions to ballot members for industrial action over pay
They say management has been failure to make a satisfactory pay offer for 2024/5.
Homebase collapses into administration as retail tycoon behind The Range swoops for 70 stores
Homebase has already confirmed the sale of two of its eight Northern Ireland stores to Sainsbury’s
Homebase ‘set for administration’ with thousands of jobs at risk
The DIY retailer has struggled as customers cut back on spending amid the cost-of-living crisis.
Worried about your energy bills? Where to turn for help
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the cost of heating and electric, there is support available. By Ella Walker.
Inflation and mortgage rates elevated by Chancellor’s spending plans, says OBR
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced almost £70 billion of extra spending each year in her maiden budget.
Fuel duty frozen as Government maintains 5p cut
In her Budget speech to the Commons, Chancellor Rachel Reeves said this is a ‘substantial commitment’.
UK economic growth upgraded this year amid ‘temporary boost’ from spending
The Office for Budget Responsibility has predicted that UK gross domestic product will grow by 1.1% in 2024.