Category: Finance
British retail gets summer boost as shoppers gear up with holiday essentials amid late sun
The late arrival of summer has returned retail sales to growth as Britons stocked up on clothing and beauty products in preparation for the holidays, according to figures. …
DWP warning as key letter going out about major change to benefits
An MP raised concerns that people could struggle to pay their bills during the change. …
DWP claimants urged to check if they could get ‘higher rate’ with extra £198.31 a month
Benefit payment rates increased in April. …
Martin Lewis highlights how over-75s can save £169 on TV licences with Pension Credit
Martin Lewis has issued a reminder to state pensioners who are yet to apply for Pension Credit, which can be worth thousands of pounds each year. …
State pensioners handed £150 on British Gas, EOn, EDF and OVO energy accounts
State pensioners will find a £150 credit on their British Gas, EDF, OVO and Octopus or E.On accounts from this month. …
DWP sets out major change to benefits for those with health conditions
Disabled people will get more support to get back into work. …
Social care shock as pensioners told ‘pay 8% National Insurance’ or risk losing home
Pensioners have been told they need to start paying national insurance to cover the rocketing cost of social care. …
NS&I responds to Premium Bonds customer struggling to access account
The client had struggled to access his account after his family member passed away. …
People only just realising letter on washing machine is worth £528
People are only just realising a letter on your washing machine is worth £528 …
US recession could spark huge hits on UK finances – interest rates at risk expert says
The US is at risk of sliding into a recession, with the potential fallout from that threatening to spread across the Atlantic and impact the UK economy in a number of ways …