Tag: Cost-of-living crisis
All the DWP benefit claimants set to receive Christmas Bonus
The DWP Christmas Bonus is a one-off payment that is made to some people who receive benefits. …
Households can save £52 on their energy bill just by changing their shower time
Households have been urged to cut down on showers as they are the most costly main appliance in the home, according to a new study. …
Thousands of commuters face extra £40 a month in bills as fare cap lifted
The fare increase may put people off using public transport, an expert has warned. …
DWP claimants can access interest-free loans up to £812 this winter
The DWP offers a Budgeting Advance loan to help people who are struggling to pay for essential items or services, and it is interest-free …
Expert shares supermarket hack to save up to £260 a year without spending a penny
With the cost of living crisis still going strong, one expert has shared some of the bills you could be reducing without having to cut down on spending …
POLL: Will you feel better off after state pension ‘boost’? Vote now
Next April’s state pension boost is set to be effectively wiped out for millions as the Winter Fuel Payment is scrapped. Vote on the issue and join the debate here. …
‘Martin Lewis advice saved me £286 on my household bill in 30 minutes’ – how you can save
Money Saving Expert reader Karen shares how a recent home insurance quote left her stunned – but she managed to get a much better deal, thanks to Martin Lewis …
Warning UK households need to take out little-known £5 insurance
A finance expert is urging people to look into an “underutilised” protection that many may not even be aware of. …
I followed simple Martin Lewis tip and saved £423 – and it only takes minutes
As the cost of living continues to rise, everyone is looking for ways to cut costs – and Martin Lewis’ MoneySavingExpert tips are a great place to start …
State pension age rise to 70 ‘inevitable’ as ‘difficult’ decision looms
The state pension age is due to rise from 66 to 67 within the next few years using a phased approach but by 2050, it’s predicted it could be 70 or even 71 …