A new survey reveals Brits are becoming savvy spenders, with 38% always seeking savings. Key hacks include abandoning online baskets for discounts and using new emails for offers, as 66% check reviews and 56% use comparison tools regularly.
Martin Lewis warns over 100,000 women aged 40-90 may be owed thousands due to historic Home Responsibilities Protection errors. Check your National Insurance record now.
Money-saving expert Martin Lewis explains practical strategies for negotiating better deals on household bills, including a real-life example of a Vodafone customer securing a 50% reduction.
MoneySavingExpert warns UK households that fixed energy tariff deals may soon disappear due to Middle East conflict, with price cap expected to rise in July.
A Freedom of Information request reveals HMRC issued 1.75 million cheques last year, with 178,180 never cashed, leaving taxpayers missing out on an average of £800 each.
Millions of UK state pensioners are seeing extra cash in their accounts as the DWP implements new payment rates for 2026/27, with those on the new full pension receiving an additional £48 monthly.
Money expert Martin Lewis highlights the risks when only one partner manages household finances, urging transparency and regular money talks to avoid crisis.
Ovo Energy has launched legal action against TalkTalk regarding a disputed 2022 broadband customer transfer agreement, adding pressure as both firms face financial challenges.
The Resolution Foundation warns UK households will be £480 worse off this year as energy bills surge amid the Iran conflict, with incomes falling for many.
Dr Danilo Spinola from Birmingham City University explains how global events like the Iran conflict are driving up prices for petrol, energy, mortgages, and everyday goods through supply chain disruptions and inflation.
Money Saving Expert reveals taxpayers are recouping up to £11,486 after discovering incorrect tax codes through simple phone calls to HMRC.
HMRC is distributing £179 monthly Child Benefit payments but warns households earning over £60,000 may need to repay part or all of it through the High Income Child Benefit Charge, with details on thresholds and payment methods provided.
The Institute for Fiscal Studies demands the DWP send letters to everyone born before 1976 clarifying their state pension age, as 16% underestimate or are unaware of it.
An eye-watering 178,000 UK households are missing out on £800 tax rebates because they are not cashing cheques sent by HMRC, with £144 million unclaimed last year.
HMRC has announced it is conducting checks on UK households' tax records, with completion expected by November. Taxpayers may claim refunds online through personal tax accounts.
HMRC has updated its guidance on tax repayment timelines, revealing extra security checks can delay refunds by up to 12 weeks, impacting UK households awaiting payouts.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' controversial frozen tax bands could impact households earning over £35,000, with inflation-based pay rises potentially pushing workers into higher tax brackets.
Drivers of cars costing over £40,000 face a new £640 vehicle tax bill as rates rise with inflation for the 2026/27 financial year, adding significant costs.
National Savings and Investments has reduced the Premium Bonds prize fund rate from 3.6% to 3.3% and lowered winning odds, prompting savers to reassess their financial strategies.
Atom Bank, a major UK digital challenger bank, is in early-stage talks for a potential sale, which could impact its 250,000 customers and end its plans for a stock market floatation.
A former MP and DWP committee member warns that demographic pressures and rising welfare costs could make the state pension unsustainable, urging younger workers to plan accordingly.
A significant HMRC rule change effective April 6 allows UK workers to claim reimbursements for eye tests, home working equipment, and flu vaccinations without income tax or National Insurance deductions, simplifying tax reporting.
Santander has introduced a competitive new ISA account featuring a 4.5% interest rate, offering customers a £450 bonus on £10,000 deposits and vouchers worth up to £400 for larger investments.
State pensioners with incomes over £35,000 will see tax code adjustments from HMRC to reclaim Winter Fuel Payments, with deductions of around £17 monthly starting in 2026/27.
Santander bank has launched a new cashback initiative for customers in Birmingham, offering 2% back on home insurance premiums for eligible account holders as part of a 'give something back' campaign.
Sky has reintroduced its lowest prices on full fibre broadband plans, offering cheaper monthly rates than BT's three-month free promotion, potentially saving households hundreds of pounds annually.
Barclays has issued a stark warning to customers about fraudulent 'free money' offers circulating on social media, urging vigilance against too-good-to-be-true claims.
One million pensioners face repaying Winter Fuel Payments as HMRC and DWP enforce means-testing, targeting retirees with incomes over £35,000.
Financial analysts warn that mortgage rates will stay high for some time, even as a ceasefire eases market tensions. Average fixed rates have surged, impacting housing prices and borrower confidence.
Lloyds Banking Group is issuing goodwill payments of up to £50 to thousands of customers in Birmingham after a technical error exposed transaction data. The incident highlights digital banking security concerns.