Cost of living

Hanging up your washing during the summer rather than using a tumble drier is just one of the changes you can make to save cash.

Experts share top tips on how to reduce your energy bills this summer

Ann Widdecombe

Former MP tells families to ditch cheese sandwiches to save cash

The BBC has announced increased support for people who are struggling to pay for their TV Licence.

BBC changing TV Licence to help those struggling to pay £159 bill

You may be eligible for a £200 Alternative Fuels Payment (AFP) if your household is not connected to the mains gas grid and you use alternative fuels as your main form of heating.

Warning as just weeks left to claim £200 free cash for energy bills

Thousands of pensioners could be missing out on Pension Credit worth £3,500 a year plus the £301 cost of living payment. There are just 10 days left to apply - check if you’re eligible and how to make a claim.

Pensioners have 10 days left to apply for boost worth £3,500 a year

What will the next platty joobs be?

Coronation abbreviations - what will the next ‘platty joobs’ be?

Many feeling holiday deprived due to money worries and work schedule

Many are feeling “holiday deprived” due to money worries and work

B&M is shutting multiple stores this year, with three further branches set to down shutters for good in May - but it’s not all doom and gloom for fans of the discount retailer.

B&M store closures: Full list of shops shutting their doors for good

Benefits payments earlier in April due to the May bank holiday (Photo: Adobe)

Thousands will receive benefits early this week- what you need to know

A few simple checks as well as being more mindful of how much water you use can save you hundreds of pounds on your water bill.

6 things to check now to save up to £800 on your water bill

Martin Lewis

Martin Lewis issues warning to people using air fryers and microwaves

Brits add numerous pounds to their energy bills by leaving devices on standby.

Brits add an extra £514 million to energy bills by leaving items on

Morrisons offering 5p off every litre of fuel with special deal

Morrisons offer 5p off every litre of fuel - how to claim

Which? has shared some handy tips to cut holiday costs this summer

5 ways to save money when booking a holiday according to an expert

Anne-marie and Rachel in the mountains.

UK mum shares how she jets off on 48-hour holidays for £16

The extended cap applies to more than 140 bus operators around England (Photo: Adobe Stock)

When does £2 bus fare cap end? New finish date for low-cost fare

The price of crude oil increased by 5.5% on Monday April 3.

Oil prices rise more than 5 percent as production is cut

April is shaping up to be a rough month for many, with major price increases scheduled to take effect.

April bill hikes set to cost household £700 annually

Landlords could be given more power in new plans proposed by the government

What legal rights do UK tenants have when renting?

Sheffield Council approved an extra £300,000 grant to help Citizens Advice cope with rising demand caused by the cost of living crisis.

Cost of living: funding boost for Citizens Advice as demand rockets

Samantha Pierre-Joseph shows her smart meter indicating how many kWh (kilowatt-hour) she has used already in one day, and how much it has cost her, in her house in London, on December 13, 2022.

10 tips to give your energy usage a ‘spring clean’ and reduce bills

Surprise jump in February inflation due to salad shortages, food & booze

Shock as inflation rises to 10.4% unexpectedly - what it means

Five money saving tips to keep your pet costs low

Chancellor set to extend fuel duty cut beyond March

Samantha Pierre-Joseph shows her smart meter indicating that she is on a ‘Prepayment tariff’ in her house in London.

Millions of struggling households set to see energy bills slashed

Efficiently heating your home using these tips from Wiser could save households over £500 on energy bills as charges are set to skyrocket in April - Credit: Adobe

Exact temperature each room in your house should be amid energy crisis

Katy Hunter is pictured.

Cost of living crisis: Nursery fees ‘forcing women to quit their jobs’

Costa Coffee will increase staff wages in April

Costa Coffee announce staff wage increase by up to 7.3%

Morrisons has launched a two course dinner deal in its cafes

Morrisons’ cafes launch 2 course dinner deal for just £8.99 each

Which? research has found the cost of living crisis is having a major impact on living standards (image: AFP/Getty Images)

One in seven people skipping meals due to cost of living crisis

Stock image of an air fryer. Picture: Adobe Stock - leungchopan - stock.adobe.com

Robert Dyas slashes price on air fryer to under £30 in flash sale

Coun Bryan Lodge and finance sub-committee co-chair Coun Zahira Naz, who proposed Labour's amendment to Sheffield City Council's budget

Extra £400,000 cost-of-living help agreed by council

The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) said pub landlords and breweries are struggling with the soaring cost of energy, alcohol and food

Pubs warn of 2000 closures without government support for energy bills

The price of pasta has doubled in the last two years as the cost of everyday essentials soars

Pasta prices double in two years as cost of everyday essentials soars

New car discounts: the BMWs, VWs and Nissans with up to £6,000 off

M&S is launching a Sunday Roast dine in deal for two for just £10 - and it will be available in stores all week round.

M&S launching ‘bargain’ Roast Dinner deal for £10

Young adults are being forced to reutrn to childhomes due to the cost of living crisis

One in five move back in with parents amid cost of living crisis

Martin Lewis warns thousands could miss out on vital energy support

Martin Lewis warns thousands could miss out on vital energy support

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