UK economy shrinks unexpectedly as GDP falls 0.1% – what it means for your money …C0NTINUE READING HERE>>> THE UK unexpectedly economy shrank in October, latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show. The ONS said gross domestic product (GDP) contracted 0.1% in October. Most economists had been expecting GDP to rise by 0.1% during … Read more
THIS may be the season for thinking of others, but specialist schemes across the country help struggling jobseekers all year round. With the number of job vacancies dropping steeply, these programmes can be vital to those facing barriers in finding work. Here we focus on five free initiatives — so sign up with them today . . . … Read more
ICELAND’S boss has said “food is too cheap” despite three years of rising prices during the cost-of-living crisis. Richard Walker said the relaunch of its interest-free loans for customers to spend in-store was not because groceries are too expensive but due to wider pressures on household budgets. Iceland set up its Food Club with charity … Read more
A TOP TV chef’s restaurant chain collapsed owing more than £500,000 in debt. Simon Rimmer’s vegetarian business Greens was in operation for 33 years before its two sites were forced to close this year. 3 TV star Simon Rimmer’s restaurant chain Greens collapsed this yearCredit: Instagram 3 Simon had opened the restaurant with business partner … Read more
ENERGY bills are set to rise again next year in a blow for millions of households – but there’s help at hand. Regulator Ofgem confirmed last month the cost of yearly energy bills will go up by around £21 to £1,738 from January 1, under the price cap. 1 Energy bills are set to rise … Read more
GREAT British Menu star Mark Hix closed the doors at his restaurant for the last time after 17 years in business. The chef and food critic, who opened the eatery after his BBC show victory, said the decision was made with a “heavy heart”. 3 Mark Hix ran his Oyster and Fish House in Lyme … Read more
Blow for shoppers as ANOTHER major retailer issues price hike warning after Budget tax hit …C0NTINUE READING >>> ANOTHER major retailer has warned that prices will have to rise following Rachel Reeves’ Budget tax hikes. The boss of Currys has said price rises will be “inevitable” as it prepares to face £32million in extra costs … Read more
Three ways to cut down on Christmas costs with DIY greeting cards …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> GREETING cards are a lovely gesture at Christmas – and they’re even better with a personal touch. If you want to send a special note this festive season, here’s how to keep costs down . . . GET PERSONAL: Many retailers have … Read more
Energy firms to offer ‘no standing charge’ tariffs and struggling customers to get debts wiped in huge shake-up …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> MILLIONS of energy customers will get access to ‘no standing charge’ tariffs under new plans revealed by Ofgem today. The energy regulator is also planning to launch new support for customers struggling with … Read more
We have £40K of festive prizes to give away – here’s how to enter today’s competition …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> WE have Christmas all wrapped up at the Scottish Sun — with £40K worth of amazing prizes to give away. No one has escaped the cost-of- living crisis with our pricey household bills rising constantly. … Read more