Cowboy builder leaves Bilston mum with £17k repair bill
A disabled Bilston mum faces daily misery after a cowboy builder botched a crucial home adaptation, leaving her with a leaking ceiling and a £17,000 repair bill. Discover her fight for justice.
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Cars held ransom in garage payment dispute
Motorists report vehicles held hostage by repair shops over unrelated commercial debts. Learn how to protect yourself from similar situations and what rights you have.
Warning over Buy Now Pay Later holiday bookings
Experts warn using Buy Now Pay Later for holidays lacks credit card protections. Learn the risks before you book your next trip.
Premier League spending cap faces legal challenge
Premier League clubs threaten legal action over proposed spending caps as PFA warns new rules would breach employment law. Key vote scheduled for November 21.
Christmas Shopping Scams: Nearly Half Ignore Warning Signs
New Mastercard research reveals nearly half of UK shoppers overlook scam warning signs during festive season. Learn how to protect yourself from fraud.
Christmas 2025 Top Toys Revealed for UK Parents
Discover the must-have toys for Christmas 2025 as UK parents prepare for expensive festive season. Get the full list of predicted bestsellers now.
Shoe Zone closes 39 stores after sales fall
Major UK retailer Shoe Zone has closed 39 stores after a 7.6% revenue drop to £149.1m. The closures reflect challenging high street conditions and reduced consumer spending.
7 BNPL Tips to Control Your Christmas Spending
Learn how to use Buy Now, Pay Later services like Klarna and Clearpay responsibly this festive season. Our 7 essential tips help you avoid debt and manage your finances.
Barclays reports consumer confidence at 3-year low
Barclays reveals all consumer confidence measures fell for first time since August 2022. Two in five Brits adjust finances ahead of Autumn Budget. Discover spending trends.
Nestle axes Drifter bar as customers demand return
Nestle confirms the permanent discontinuation of the beloved Drifter chocolate bar, citing changing consumer preferences. Fans campaign online for its return.
Black Friday scam warning for UK shoppers
Experts warn of rising Black Friday scams as UK shoppers prepare to spend £14 billion. Learn the red flags to protect your money and shop safely this season.
UK Babybel price 17% higher than in France
UK households face a 17% price hike for smaller Babybel cheeses compared to France. Discover the cost details and what experts say about inflation trends.
UK retail growth slows as households await Labour Budget
UK retail sales growth slowed to 1.6% in October as cautious households cut spending ahead of expected tax rises in the Labour Autumn Budget. Discover how this affects Christmas shopping.
£300M in unspent M&S and John Lewis vouchers discovered
New research reveals British shoppers are holding over £300 million in unspent gift cards and vouchers for retail giants M&S and John Lewis - but time is running out to spend them.
Farage's Reform UK spending plans face financial scrutiny
Reform UK faces mounting criticism over its election spending proposals as experts question the party's financial calculations and funding sources.
TSB Warning: Cost of Living Scams Target Customers
TSB bank reveals alarming new scam tactics exploiting the cost of living crisis, with fraudsters pretending to offer government support payments to steal savings.
Reform UK slams Tory council over £30k union payments
Richard Tice launches scathing attack on Walsall Council after investigation reveals £30,000 spent on trade union facility time, demanding immediate repayment to taxpayers.
AI Boom: Protect Your Home from Cowboy Traders
As artificial intelligence transforms home services, experts warn households about cowboy operators. Discover essential safeguards to avoid becoming the next victim of AI-powered scams.
Reeves' £20bn dilemma: Taxes or cuts?
Rachel Reeves faces an impossible choice as new analysis reveals the staggering scale of tax rises or spending cuts needed to fix Britain's finances. Discover what this means for your wallet.
Amazon Urgently Recalls Dangerous Item in UK
Amazon issues urgent product recall for magnetic stainless steel balls sold on its UK platform over serious safety concerns. Consumers warned to stop use immediately.
Welsh Government unveils £2.7bn draft budget plans
The Welsh Government has published its draft budget for 2025-26, revealing a £2.7bn spending plan focused on protecting frontline services amid ongoing financial pressures. Discover where the money will be spent.
Shein Investigated Over Childlike Adult Clothing Range
Fast fashion giant Shein under scrutiny for selling adult clothing resembling children's outfits. Investigation launched as concerns grow over inappropriate designs.
Water bills to rise despite sewage pollution failures
Regulator Ofwat faces mounting criticism as water companies prepare to increase customer bills while continuing to discharge sewage into UK waterways. Discover how this controversial decision impacts households and the environment.
UK Kitchen Appliance Alert: Fire Risk & High Costs
A major safety warning has been issued for millions of UK households as faulty kitchen appliances are causing unexpected fires and massive energy bills. Here's how to check if you're at risk.
Cowboy builder leaves family with £20k nightmare
A rogue trader from Wolverhampton has been prosecuted after leaving a family home in ruins with dangerous electrical work and structural damage. Discover how to protect yourself from cowboy builders.
Best Day for Christmas Shopping to Save Money Revealed
New research uncovers the perfect day to begin your Christmas shopping to beat the price hikes and save hundreds of pounds. Discover when prices are lowest and how to make your budget stretch further this festive season.
Rachel Reeves' 2025 Autumn Budget: Key Predictions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares her debut Autumn Budget with focus on economic growth, public services and potential tax reforms. Key predictions and expert analysis.
Martin Lewis: O2's 17.3% price hike warning
Money saving expert Martin Lewis urges O2 customers to act immediately as the provider announces massive 17.3% price increases hitting millions this spring.
Ofcom slashes mobile & broadband rip-off charges
UK regulator announces sweeping reforms to protect consumers from excessive mobile and broadband termination fees, potentially saving households hundreds of pounds annually.
Harry & Meghan's £67k security bill revealed
Newly released documents expose the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's enormous security expenditure during their brief UK visit, revealing taxpayer costs and sparking fresh debates about royal finances.
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