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Energy price cap will fall in July, expert forecaster predicts - is it still worth fixing your tariff now?
25/04/25 11:11
It comes after a decline in wholesale prices, in part driven by geopolitical events and market developments, including the implementation of US tariffs, as well as a fall in demand due to the hotter temperatures....read
How much do YOU spend on bills each month? Cities with highest - and lowest - budgets revealed
23/04/25 02:23UK households are spending over two-thirds of their wages on essential bills and daily expenses, new data from Money Supermarket shows.
Inheritance tax receipts soar to record high as experts warn more people will have to pay
23/04/25 08:38More people are paying IHT as frozen thresholds and soaring house prices have pulled them into the net, and experts predict this will only rise.
Penalties for failing to declare child benefit on tax return plummet as Government eyes changes
22/04/25 06:00Higher earners who do not opt out of payments need to pay a tax charge at the end of the tax year and declare it on their self-assessment tax return or face a penalty.
Holy Moly wants to offer homemade dips to the masses… and Trump's tariffs might help
17/04/25 06:00Gaz Booth and Tom Walker launched Holy Moly in 2016 to take on the dominance of the supermarket's own label dips.
Major energy firm offers cheap power at night with new tariff: Is it a good deal?
16/04/25 06:00The tariff is open to all customers, and offers up electricity at close to half-price between 2am and 5am, as well as cheaper rates at other non-peak times.
Have I overpaid my student loan, and if so could I get a refund?
13/04/25 06:00A few of my jobs have been under the repayment threshold, so I'm curious to know if I've accidentally had payments taken out of my pay packet.
Trump tariffs send stocks into a tailspin: Should investors buy the dip?
10/04/25 01:13Is it a good time to buy stocks at a discount, or should investors avoid the market chaos?
Energy bills will go up for nearly half a MILLION households at the end of May - unless they take action
09/04/25 06:00There are a large number of customers coming to the end of fixed energy deals at the moment - and they could end up paying more unless they switch.
I started making fruit juice in my mum's kitchen... now I sell to Waitrose and Gail's
08/04/25 06:00Daily Dose sources and manufactures everything in the UK - the only juice company to do so - and uses wonky veg to do it.
Looking to invest in an Isa but worried about the market turbulence? Our guide to navigating Trump's tariffs
08/04/25 06:00Investors have a fresh Isa allowance for the new tax year, but may feel cautious about using it given the volatility in global stock markets.
Octopus Energy error left me with debt markers on my credit score - why is it so hard to fix?
05/04/25 06:00Lucy* was left with debt markers on her credit score after Octopus Energy made a billing mistake with her freehold property.
Meet the businesses hiring MORE staff in Awful April despite increased costs
04/04/25 06:00Three entrepreneurs tell us why they're hiring, despite rises in the minimum wage and employer national insurance contributions this month.
Experts warn UK tax hikes are inevitable in next Budget after tariff bombshell
03/04/25 11:12Trump unveiled his 'reciprocal tariffs' to tackle a trade deficit, with the UK facing the lowest possible tariff of 10%, while the EU faces a 20% levy.
Energy firm goes bust leaving 90,000 customers without a supplier - what happens next?
03/04/25 09:35It mirrors the collapse of smaller energy firms at the peak of the energy crisis when wholesale prices hit new highs but the firms could not pass on the price to consumers.
HMRC collected a quarter of a BILLION pounds from taxpayers in late penalties in just two years
03/04/25 06:00HMRC collected £251m from self-assessment taxpayers in late penalties between 2021 and 2023, according to an FOI request by NFU Mutual.
Ikea takes on former Homebase stores across Britain - is one opening near you soon?
01/04/25 10:54The Swedish company will open three new locations in new-format stores which will feature a 'curated' product range, planning and design services, and click-and-collect.
Most complained about energy suppliers REVEALED: See where yours ranks
27/03/25 03:24Citizens Advice ranked the country's biggest suppliers on their customer complaints, and how long they took to answer calls and emails.
Households in Liverpool pay 50% more in standing charges than London thanks to energy postcode lottery
27/03/25 12:54The standing charge postcode lottery means that some households pay significantly more than the average because they live in a certain area.
Why am I being asked to pay my student loan by direct debit - and is it worth clearing the debt early?
27/03/25 06:00I'm close to paying off my student loan and I've been offered to switch to direct debit payments - but I'm unclear on a few things.
Rachel Reeves hands more snooping powers to HMRC for tax dodger crackdown
26/03/25 02:39In her first spring statement , the Chancellor said there would be no tax increases for ordinary people but instead she'd go after tax dodgers to raise revenue of around £7.5billion.
Self-employed given harsher penalties for late tax payments in Spring Statement
26/03/25 02:16Rachel Reeves announced plans to increase late payment penalties for VAT and income tax self-assessment taxpayers.
Best last minute fixed energy deals to beat the looming price cap rise
26/03/25 11:22Ofgem announced the price cap will increase 6.4% from £1,738 to £1,849 for an average dual-fuel household on 1 April.
What income tax rate do you pay - and how close are you to paying more? Use our calculator to find out
26/03/25 10:58Our tax calculator below shows you the rate of tax you pay, how close you are to the next bracket, and what your marginal rate and average rate are.
Six reasons why you need a cash Isa
25/03/25 02:30SponsoredSavvy savers are constantly on the lookout for safe and effective ways to make their money work harder.
Gary Stevenson and campaigners want a wealth tax: What is one and would it really work?
25/03/25 12:00The group, which includes former trader Gary Stevenson, Green Party leader Carla Denyer, and Dale Vince, are calling on the Government to raise taxes on the super-rich.
What could the Chancellor announce in the Spring Statement and will taxes increase?
24/03/25 02:22Rachel Reeves will deliver her inaugural spring statement on Wednesday and give up an update on the country's finances.
Inheritance tax receipts hit record high as frozen thresholds drag more people into the net
21/03/25 12:32Inheritance tax receipts hit a new record for the fourth year in a row, with experts predicting the figures will only rise further in the coming years.
Junior Isa tips: How YOU can invest to meet your child's big milestones
21/03/25 07:00We look at how Jisas work, and how much you'd have to put away each month to meet specific goals.
Are YOU with one of Britain's worst broadband providers? Here's the six best deals to switch to now
20/03/25 02:52If you're not happy with the service you're receiving, it's a good idea to shop around particularly as broadband providers are offering some generous perks to switch.
Interest rates held at 4.5%: What it means for your mortgage and savings
20/03/25 12:01The Bank of England has held interest rates at 4.5% as it continues to tread carefully amid fears or resurgent inflation.
Smart meter installations FELL in 2024 as households hold out on new tech
20/03/25 10:56Energy suppliers ramped up efforts to move households onto smart meters but the number of installations fell in 2024, according to new figures.
Is YOUR Isa earning less than 2%? These best-buy accounts can turbocharge your returns
20/03/25 09:49Millions of savers earn far less than they should by keeping cash in instant access accounts when they could be earning more than double elsewhere.
Small businesses prepare for Awful April as National Insurance and minimum wage changes bite
18/03/25 07:01While Awful April is set to affect millions of households, small businesses are also preparing themselves for a much bigger tax bill.
Taxman triples number of CGT investigations as part of crackdown on TikTok traders and crypto enthusiasts
17/03/25 04:41Investigations into unpaid CGT liabilities rose from 4,564 to 14,223 in the 2023-24 tax year, as HMRC cracked down on amateur traders and crypto investors.
Cash Isa battle heats up: Trading 212 launches new best buy above 5%
14/03/25 11:58The cash Isa battle is heating up again this week with several providers hiking their rates. Trading 212 has increased its cash Isa rate to 5.02 per cent.
Major bank offers £150 switching offer to new AND existing customers along with a 6.17% savings rate
14/03/25 09:56It is offering new and existing customers £150 if they switch their current account to its reward account, which comes with perks including a generous rate.
Building society bosses call on Rachel Reeves to rule out cuts to cash Isas
13/03/25 10:01Chancellor Rachel Reeves (pictured) was considering reducing how much can be saved - possibly from £20,000 a year to just £4,000.
Cash Isa rules WON'T change in spring statement but Chancellor isn't ruling out shake-up later this year
13/03/25 11:02Rachel Reeves had discussed making changes or even scrapping cash Isas to push more savers into investing to boost UK markets and the economy.
HMRC to use voice recognition in bid to reduce call waiting times
13/03/25 06:00The trial is expected to be rolled out across HMRC over the rest of the year, and the tax office is also looking at generative AI to point taxpayers to online advice.
Why are water bills rising by up to 47% next month?
12/03/25 02:43Awful April is just weeks away and households are bracing themselves for huge increases in their bills. We explain why prices are rising and how you can cut your bill.
Higher rate tax trap snares 680,000 more people - are you being caught?
12/03/25 12:54HMRC statistics show there was a marked increase in the number of taxpayers across the board between 2021/22 and 2022/23.
Teachers are eligible for Blue Light Discount - what is it and is it worth the fee?
12/03/25 11:58The Blue Light Card, which offers discounts to emergency workers, has since expanded to include other professions, including education.
HMRC makes major change to side hustle tax and will adopt US-style snoop scheme to tackle tax evasion
12/03/25 09:37HMRC will no longer ask hundreds of thousands of people with side hustles to file a tax return under new plans unveiled this week.
The 20 most cashless cities revealed... plus the ones that are holding out
12/03/25 07:00The value of withdrawals has dropped in every area of the country since the 2020 - but some areas are ditching cash at a much faster rate than others.
Government issues urgent warning to millions over DWP payment set to be scrapped in weeks - here's what to do
10/03/25 03:02Claimants of this benefit have until next month to apply for Universal Credit - or risk missing out on payments.
How to save £2,500 on your energy bill... by living near an electricity pylon
10/03/25 12:03Households living near newly-installed pylons could save up to £2,500 on their energy bills under new government plans.
Most popular stocks and funds ahead of Isa deadline - are defence stocks the new Magnificent Seven?
10/03/25 11:40If you're looking to add to your Isa ahead of 5 April and are stuck for inspiration, these are the most popular stocks and funds among DIY investors.
The energy price cap rise is less than a month away: What can you do to beat it?
07/03/25 07:01Suppliers are offering generous fixed and tracker deals to beat the April price cap, but with the energy market still volatile is it a good idea to take one?
Three secrets to becoming an Isa millionaire revealed by investment platform
06/03/25 12:41Interactive Investor says the number of Isa millionaires has increased from 1,001 at the end of January 2024 to 1,607 by the end of February.
How Tesco Clubcard users can bag 10,000 bonus points when booking a holiday
06/03/25 10:32Tesco has partnered with Easyjet to offer members who book a holiday a points boost, with the offer running until 13 April.
How do I retrieve a hacked Facebook or Instagram account? New Meta video selfies could help
05/03/25 06:00Previously, Meta required an account holder to verify their identity by uploading an official ID or certificate that includes their name.
How Octopus boss Greg Jackson took the fight to British Gas with some unlikely inspiration
04/03/25 06:00Greg Jackson is a solitary figure in utilities. Beyond his eco credentials and social media presence, people now recognise him on the street.
Major bank's £160 offer is about to expire - but you can get a better deal
27/02/25 12:35Savvy savers have long used major banks' generous switching offers to cash in and it is easier than ever thanks to the Current Account Switching Service (Cass).
Simple trick to give your radiators a new lease of life and cut your energy bills
27/02/25 06:00Households that control their central heating more economically will cut costs, but there's another simpler way that might save you over £100 a year.
Tax expert warns sellers who use online marketplaces not to ignore new wave of HMRC nudge letters
26/02/25 04:10The tax office has reportedly sent retrospective nudge letters to people they suspect have not reported income from selling on platforms like Ebay and Vinted.
Thomas Cook booked my family and me the holiday from HELL… should we get a full refund?
24/02/25 07:00Tina Kanetis had only ever been on two package holiday before last October, but she won't rush to book another any time soon.
Cash Isa battle heats up again: Plum and Chip boost rates above 5%
21/02/25 01:17Money app Plum hiked its cash Isa rate to 5.05 per cent this week and now sits at the top of This Is Money's best buy cash Isa list.
A third of small firms will cut jobs over new employment bill and rising labour costs
21/02/25 07:00A third of small firms are planning to cut jobs ahead of the new employment bill and rising labour costs, according to a recent poll by the Federation of Small Business.
Will Ofgem's 'no standing charges' energy deals REALLY cut bills?
20/02/25 02:34Standing charges are set by energy suppliers and rack up daily, regardless of how much energy you use that day.
Cash Isa savers losing out as inflation erodes pots... and it's set to get WORSE
20/02/25 07:00After a brief period of seven months where returns on cash Isas beat inflation, they have fallen back into negative territory, according to Quilter.
Expert forecaster predicts April energy price cap will be far higher than expected
18/02/25 02:57The energy price cap is set for its third consecutive rise in April as volatile markets push bills higher, according to a leading forecaster.
Are you a customer of the most complained about phone and broadband firms in Britain?
13/02/25 11:06The regulator said TalkTalk had seen an increase in complaints in the third quarter of 2024 to top the list of broadband firms, while O2 continued to be the most complained about mobile provider.
Virgin Media O2 spends £1m on customer support every DAY... and promises to not push people to chatbots
13/02/25 06:00Virgin Media O2 says it is spending up to £1m a day on customer service after lagging behind its rivals. We speak to customer service boss Alan Stott.
I've got £254k in cash Isas… should I worry about the tax wrapper being cut in the near future?
13/02/25 06:00I have built up a large cash Isa pot over a number of years and currently have around £254,000 saved. Would I be correct that they cannot tax me as it's already been in an Isa?
Does living in a hard water area make energy bills more expensive?
11/02/25 12:05If you live in an area with hard water - usually in the south East because of the chalk and limestone in the region - it could be making your appliances less efficient.
Number filing tax returns late DOUBLES with 1.1m now facing fines of up to £1,500
10/02/25 04:12HMRC ramped up its warnings ahead of the 31 January deadline, but the number of taxpayers who filed late nearly doubled to 1.1m taxpayers.
Who has to pay council tax and what happens if you refuse to pay?
10/02/25 03:18Last week, six councils were allowed to increase council tax above the usual 5% threshold, putting more of a burden onto households.
Warning from energy experts as April price cap set to cost 26m households £2.8bn
10/02/25 11:34Currently, the price cap is set at £1,738, which applies to a home with average energy use, on a variable-rate energy tariff and paying by direct debit.
Water brand Liquid Death reportedly pulls plug on UK sales
06/02/25 03:41The brand, which launched in the UK in 2023, will pause its international expansion, including in the UK, according to The Grocer.
Octopus Energy launches platform for customers to invest in wind turbines with £25 - what are the risks?
06/02/25 02:30The energy company is targeting a fundraise of £1m for two wind turbines in Yorkshire and Wales, and will allow retail investors to invest to own a share of the project.
Interest rates cut to 4.5%: What it means for your mortgage and savings
06/02/25 12:00We explain what the Bank of England's decision to cut rates to 4.5% means for your money - and whether rates will be cut again soon.
Starling Bank customers warned to make an urgent switch this week - or lose hundreds of pounds of interest
06/02/25 10:01Starling Bank customers will need to make a change to their current account if they want to keep earning interest on their balances.
April energy price cap set to be far higher than predicted: Here are 10 fixed tariffs that are CHEAPER
04/02/25 03:15Households will have to shell out even more than anticipated on their energy bills from April when Ofgem's price cap changes, according to new predictions.
Nectar finally launches 'lock' feature on loyalty card app after we shone a light on millions of points being stolen
04/02/25 12:04Nectar has quietly introduced a 'Spend Lock' which will freeze accounts until the customer has decided to spend their points.
Grocery price inflation slows as supermarkets lure shoppers with discounts
04/02/25 08:58Supermarket discounting helped to relieve pressure on consumers in January as grocery inflation slowed, according to new data.
Ebay introduces new compulsory buyer fees this week - how much will you pay?
03/02/25 03:27Ebay customers will have to shell out for extra charges when purchasing items from private sellers this week.
Bitcoin drops to $95k as Trump tariffs spook markets
03/02/25 10:41The price of Bitcoin dropped to its lowest level since the end of 2024 after President Donald Trump imposed aggressive trade tariffs over the weekend.
I earn £60,000 and started claiming child benefit last April - do I need to file a tax return?
30/01/25 10:42I started taking child benefit again in April, after the threshold for removing it was changed from £50,000 to £60,000.
Nationwide winning current account switching war with Fairer Share payment lure a likely factor
30/01/25 12:01Figures from the Current Account Switch Service reveal there were nearly 1.2m switches last year, with 309,290 in the last three months of the year.
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