Wakefield Council is distributing £70 supermarket vouchers to pensioners and £50 to families via the Household Support Fund to ease the festive financial burden. Learn who is eligible and how to avoid scams.
Swansea University invites South Wales SME leaders to join the government-funded Help to Grow management programme in Jan 2026. Boost your business strategy and growth. Apply now.
HMRC has sent inheritance tax demands to 14,000 households after gifts given before death fell foul of the seven-year rule. Discover the tax rates and expert advice.
Uswitch reveals festive decorations could add £15.87 to your energy bill this December. See the full list of costs and tips to save money on your Christmas lights.
Islington residents receiving Pension Credit can apply for a £200 one-off payment from the Household Support Fund. This is in addition to the £10 DWP Christmas Bonus. Apply now as funds are limited.
OVO Energy's community event in London offered free advice and products, aiming to save households £300 annually. Get support and cut your bills this winter.
Over 6 million households across England, Scotland and Wales will receive a £150 Warm Home Discount this winter. Check if you qualify for this energy bill support.
MPs warn new DWP powers to scan bank accounts could lead to 100,000 innocent benefit claimants being wrongly investigated. Learn how this affects civil liberties.
A neuroscientist reveals a simple forehead cooling technique, backed by sleep clinics, that could help you fall asleep faster than sleeping pills. Try it tonight!
UK households face six key financial changes in December 2025, including the DWP Christmas bonus, inflation updates, and winter support schemes. Stay informed to manage your budget.
UK households in council tax band D can get 100% discounts, leading to £0 bills before a 5% rise to £2,394. Learn how to apply for Council Tax Support.
Millions of UK households face a 5% council tax hike in 2026. Discover expert tips on how to legally reduce your bill and save money with discounts and payment plans.
Thousands of UK state pensioners could be forced to sell their homes due to new council tax surcharges of up to £7,500 annually. Learn about the impact and expert warnings.
Young benefits claimants face a new DWP 'ultimatum' under a Youth Guarantee scheme. Learn how this rule change aims to cut welfare and its impact. #UKNews
A cut to the Cash ISA allowance could cost higher-rate taxpayers £1,080. Discover how the rule change impacts your savings and what you can do.
A common heating myth is inflating winter bills for British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo, and Octopus customers. Experts reveal the cost-effective alternative to save money.
A Shropshire man was hit with a £1,407 bill after his smart meter stopped working. Discover your rights and the upcoming industry review.
New DWP powers allow bank account checks on Universal Credit claimants. MPs warn of 'mass fishing' operations and threats to civil liberties. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to make the Help to Save scheme permanent, offering Universal Credit claimants a potential £1,200 tax-free bonus. Learn how this budget announcement impacts you.
Octopus Energy's Octo Assist fund grows by £116,500 after customer donations and company matching. Discover how this support helps UK households with heating bills this winter.
Labour's Autumn Statement targets DWP benefits for self-diagnosed conditions. The Access to Work scheme, costing £321m, faces scrutiny over gadget claims. Read the full details.
UK households urged to switch off 6 'vampire devices' draining energy. Ofgem confirms price cap rise in January 2026. Act now to save money.
Over 150,000 UK households risk losing heating this winter due to outdated meter switch-off. Energy UK urges immediate action. Check if you're affected now.
Worcester Labour MP Tom Collins is urged to stand up for wildlife after voting against protection amendments to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill. Can he reconcile housing needs with nature?
Ofgem confirms a 0.2% energy price cap rise from January 1, 2026, adding £3 to typical bills. Discover the reasons and potential government support in our guide.
Eligible Scottish households receiving certain DWP benefits could receive Child Winter Heating Payments up to £503. Discover if your family qualifies for this vital support.
Struggling Surrey households can apply for free vouchers worth up to £300 for groceries at Aldi, Asda, Tesco and six other supermarkets. Learn how to apply now.
The DWP is set to contact benefits claimants' families using new anti-fraud powers. Learn how this crackdown aims to reduce the ballooning welfare bill.
Dame Esther Rantzen, terminally ill with cancer, urges House of Lords not to sabotage assisted dying legislation with 1000+ amendments. Learn about the debate shaping end-of-life choices.
Millions of working households could receive a £500 annual bill from HMRC due to proposed dividend tax changes. Learn how this impacts investors and savings.