Help to Save Made Permanent, Eligibility Expands
The government's Help to Save scheme is now permanent, with eligibility expanding from 2028. Up to 1.5 million more low-income households could get a 50% bonus on savings.
The government's Help to Save scheme is now permanent, with eligibility expanding from 2028. Up to 1.5 million more low-income households could get a 50% bonus on savings.
Households on six key DWP benefits could receive a £25 Cold Weather Payment this week as temperatures plummet. Find out if your postcode qualifies for the automatic energy bill help.
HMRC has announced its Help to Save scheme is permanent and expanding, making 1.5 million more low-income families eligible for a £1,200 savings boost from April 2028.
Amazon's bulk box of 32 PROPER lentil chips helps UK shoppers stick to health goals for under £10. Discover this popular, highly-rated snack option and other low-calorie picks.
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.
Wetherspoons is launching a huge January sale across over 600 pubs, with prices starting from 99p on drinks and food deals. The sale runs from January 2nd to 15th. Discover the bargains.
Millions of UK workers will see their pay rise from April 2026 as the National Living Wage increases. Full-time staff over 21 could gain around £975 annually. Discover the new rates and the debate.
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.
Aldi is permanently withdrawing its Click and Collect service from all UK stores by year's end to maintain its low-price promise. Find out what this means for shoppers.
UK household disposable income has plummeted to its lowest point since 2019, driven by a £6bn tax surge. Experts warn fiscal drag is eroding wage gains. Read the full analysis.
A UK couple reveals how renting out their motorhome turned into a £135,000-a-year business, funding a holiday let. Discover how to start your own lucrative side hustle.
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.
One writer swapped sugary sodas for Hip Pop's low-calorie kombucha and fizzy drinks. Discover the flavours, gut health benefits, and a winter offer of 12 cans for £12.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Discover how a new 30-minute tai chi walking routine from the Simple app offers a low-intensity path to fitness and fat loss, backed by science and user success stories.
Discover how HMRC's Rent a Room Scheme lets UK households earn up to £7,500 tax-free annually, potentially raising your total tax-free allowance to £20,070. Learn the rules and see if you qualify.
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.
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.
New analysis reveals a stark gap in state support, with retirees on under £15,003 income receiving £7,754 less annually than wealthier OAPs. Discover the figures and why checking eligibility is crucial.
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.