Cleared £30k Debt in London Hostel
Zahra Khozema paid off £30,000 debt while living in a Notting Hill hostel for £80 a week. Discover her unique London money-saving story and tips.
Zahra Khozema paid off £30,000 debt while living in a Notting Hill hostel for £80 a week. Discover her unique London money-saving story and tips.
A Guardian investigation reveals how unregulated 'exempt' housing in Birmingham is failing vulnerable residents. In Selly Park, 42% of properties are now such homes, with 30,000 units city-wide. Read the full report.
Vulnerable people in England remain in dangerous 'exempt' accommodation as government delays implementing 2022 law. Charities warn of deaths and exploitation. Read the urgent call for action.
A London couple shares how opening their home to asylum seekers through Refugees at Home has enriched their lives, created lasting bonds, and brought new meaning to festive traditions. Discover their inspiring story.
Londoners on Jobseeker's Allowance or Universal Credit can get 50% off Tube, bus and train fares. Find out if you qualify and how to apply for the TfL discount scheme.
A savvy mum from Romford flew to Italy for a day, enjoying amazing pizza for less than a trip into Central London. Discover how she does it and her other budget European day trips.
Metro and Time Out have teamed up to offer 10 exclusive weekly deals across London. Enjoy fine dining, spa days, and workshops at huge discounts, including 3-course meals with cocktails from just £35.
Westminster City Council proposes a £90 weekly rent increase for 352 temporary accommodation households from February 2026 to tackle a £12.5m budget overspend. Over 90% of residents will be protected by housing benefit.
The controversial Napier barracks in Folkestone, the UK's first military site used to house asylum seekers, has closed. Read about its troubled history and what comes next.
Residents of an East Sussex town supporting asylum seekers face horrific threats and intimidation from protesters. Discover the dark side of the debate over housing 540 men at a former army camp.
Madness fans can grab last-minute bargain tickets for the band's final 2025 concert at London's O2 Arena this Saturday, December 20. Prices start from £74.
Budget rail operator Lumo launches a new London to Glasgow service with tickets from £33.10, offering a cheaper alternative to Avanti West Coast ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
A new poll finds over two-thirds of students in UK university halls feel isolated, blaming high costs and phone reliance. Discover the findings and one student's story.
A student unable to afford a hotel found refuge in a stranger's university dormitory. Discover how this act of kindness highlights community spirit and the cost-of-living crisis for young travellers.
Discover B Bakery, a family-run Ukrainian food truck in Canary Wharf serving massive savoury croissants, traditional desserts, and community spirit, all with prices starting under £10.
A North London mother received £5,250 compensation after Brent Council's errors left her and her children without a home for over a year. Read the full Ombudsman report.
Official figures reveal an 8.2% annual rise in children living in temporary accommodation in England. The Guardian is seeking to hear from affected UK parents about the impact on family life and education.
The UK government's new child poverty strategy includes help to leave temporary housing and childcare support, aiming to lift over half a million children out of poverty by 2030.
Metro & Time Out team up for 10 weekly London deals. Save 40% at a Mayfair spa, get a festive feast for £25, and enjoy discounts on fitness, dining, and culture. Sign up for The Slice newsletter.
A West London council has apologised and paid £250 to a domestic abuse victim after a watchdog found poor communication caused her 'frustration and uncertainty' over her housing situation.
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
Tower Hamlets councillors have unanimously rejected plans to demolish the family-run Genesis Cinema in Stepney, putting its future at risk. Owner warns of a 'dire' financial situation.
Kingston Council will borrow £63.1 million to purchase 150 homes, moving families from expensive temporary accommodation into secure housing and slashing long-term costs.
Discover Octagreen, a hidden Putney restaurant serving fresh, healthy, and delicious meals for under £10. Our review reveals the incredible value and quality that will blow you away.
Discover the only two Apple AirPods deals worth buying for Black Friday 2025. Get the 2nd gen for £75 on Wowcher or the advanced 4th gen for under £100 on Amazon.
Discover 10 exclusive London deals for Christmas 2025. Enjoy festive meals, luxury spa days, and unique experiences across the capital, all at incredible prices. Don't miss out!
Official figures reveal a 13% increase in asylum seekers housed in hotels, reaching 36,273, while net migration drops 69% to 204,000. Explore the conflicting trends and government response.
Discover the 10 best Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 game deals for Black Friday 2025 in the UK. Save on top titles like Zelda, Star Wars, and Persona 5. Don't miss out!
English mayors gain power to impose tourist taxes on overnight stays. Discover how much revenue this could generate and which cities are embracing the change.
Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils have spent £633m on rent-to-rent schemes since 2020 as housing crisis deepens. Discover how middlemen profit from desperate local authorities.