Staffordshire households earning under £36,000 could qualify for free heating upgrades worth up to £30,000 this winter under the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme. Apply now to improve your home's energy efficiency.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the Help to Save scheme is now permanent, offering Universal Credit claimants a 50% bonus on savings, up to £1,200. Learn how to apply.
Asda urges shoppers aged 60+ to spend just £1 for soup, bread & unlimited hot drinks in its cafes. The initiative runs until end of February to combat winter financial pressures.
Struggling with post-Christmas debt? Citizens Advice offers a vital 5-step plan for UK households to regain financial control, from budgeting to the Breathing Space scheme. Get help now.
Sarah Smith from Bournemouth hasn't used her central heating for three decades. Discover her top energy-saving tips and how she stays warm for only £150 each winter.
Millions of UK households are seeing a £150 discount on energy bills this winter via the expanded Warm Home Discount scheme. Find out if you qualify and what to do.
UK households are asked to leave cranberries off their Christmas plates to help garden birds survive the frosty winter. Experts reveal festive foods to share and avoid.
Sainsbury's is giving away free surplus fruit and vegetables on Christmas Eve to support families and cut food waste. Find out how to get involved.
RAF veteran Barrie Griffiths urges Hertfordshire residents to post messages of support for veterans this Christmas via Help for Heroes. Small gestures can combat loneliness.
Official letters with a £150 energy bill rebate are arriving for six million UK households. The government warns to ignore scam texts and calls about the Warm Home Discount.
Tottenham Hotspur releases a powerful film with Samaritans to encourage fans to seek help. New research reveals 58% of those struggling are reluctant to ask for support.
E.ON Energy is providing free, efficient fridges and bill grants to eligible customers facing hardship this Christmas. Learn about the E.ON Next Energy Fund criteria and how to apply for support.
NHS Midlands urges public to use 111 for urgent medical help as junior doctors begin a five-day strike. Health Secretary's offer rejected. Key festive period impacted.
British Gas, E.ON Next and Octopus Energy confirm Budget savings will be applied automatically in April. Uswitch urges other suppliers to provide clarity to households.
As Parliament closes, Alex Burghart MP details local campaigns against the Planning Bill, Norwich-Tilbury pylons, and a Tawney Common solar farm. Read his festive message.
Octopus Energy has dramatically accelerated its refund process, with customers now able to receive energy credit payments back to their bank accounts in as little as one day. Learn how to claim yours.
Supermarket giant Morrisons must pay a £17 million tax bill after a High Court ruling on VAT for its rotisserie chickens. The decision could impact prices and consumer habits. Read the full details.
The Labour government is proposing to remove the £118,000 cap on unfair dismissal payouts, a move businesses fear could lead to unlimited compensation claims. Learn the details and timeline.
Over three million more UK households now qualify for a £150 winter energy bill discount under expanded government rules. Find out if you're eligible for the vital cost-of-living support.
A Lloyds Banking Group volunteer from Wrexham discussed the power of employee volunteering with King Charles at Windsor Castle. The event previewed a major UK volunteering weekend in June 2025.
Young people on Universal Credit must accept job offers or risk losing benefits under a new government scheme aiming to cut welfare bills and boost workforce numbers. Read the full details.
Over 260,000 households save £325 on average via WaterSure. See if you qualify for the bill cap on Universal Credit, Pension Credit & other benefits.
OVO Energy advises UK households that reducing thermostat temperature by just one degree could cut £90 from yearly bills. Learn more simple tips to slash costs.
Martin Lewis highlights the government's Help to Save scheme, offering a £600 tax-free bonus for low-income savers. Find out if you're eligible and how it works.
The Energy Saving Trust reveals how cavity wall insulation can cut £240 from annual energy costs for many UK households. Discover if your home is suitable and the key steps to take.
The Animal Welfare Bill has become law, banning the import of young, mutilated, and heavily pregnant pets. Discover how this crackdown protects animals and buyers.
As winter arrives, ensure your boiler is safe and efficient. A professional service can cut energy bills and prevent costly emergencies. Get a trusted engineer via Checkatrade's £1,000 guarantee.
The Labour government confirms a £150 annual energy bill reduction for all households in England, Scotland, and Wales from April 2026, including those on fixed tariffs. Ministers pressure suppliers to pass on savings.
The DWP gains seven new powers, including bank account checks and direct cash deductions, to tackle benefits fraud. Critics warn of risks to privacy and vulnerable claimants.
Reform UK councillor accuses Tories of 'misogynistic bullying' over MP attack. Row erupts over future of Sedgley's Ladies Walk centre. Read the full story.