Four ways to maximise your savings in the New Year
With inflation biting, discover four practical steps to build financial resilience, from switching bank accounts to starting investments. Act now to protect your future.
Category : Budget Finance
Save £5,050 in 2026 with the Viral Envelope Challenge
Discover the viral envelope savings challenge that could help you save over £5,000 in 2026. Learn how to adapt it for a digital world and explore other fun methods like the 1p challenge.
Poll: Europeans Fear Unaffordable State Pensions
A major YouGov survey reveals deep public pessimism across Europe about the affordability of state pensions, alongside resistance to key reforms like raising the retirement age.
1p-a-day challenge saves you £650 by Christmas
Start a simple penny-a-day savings challenge on New Year's Day and you could have over £650 by next Christmas. We detail the monthly amounts and alternative methods.
Martin Lewis's 1p Challenge Could Save You £667
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis endorses the 1p daily savings challenge. Starting in January 2026, it can build a pot of £667.95 by year's end. Discover three easy methods to get started.
Brits to slash spending on takeaways and nights out in 2026
A new survey reveals Brits plan ruthless 2026 spending cuts on luxuries and conveniences to tackle rising costs and boost savings. Discover the key financial shifts.
Labour U-turns on inheritance tax after farmer backlash
The Labour government raises the inheritance tax relief threshold to £2.5m following a year of protests from rural communities. Find out how the policy changed.
Miners win £100-a-week pension boost after govt U-turn
Former mineworkers celebrate a 'historic' 41% pension uplift after the government returns a £2.3bn reserve. Thousands to receive backdated lump sums, ending a long-standing injustice.
Spring Budget 2026 Date Announced for 3 March
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver the Spring Forecast on 3 March 2026. The update follows controversy over November's budget and ongoing economic concerns. Read the full details.
Reeves' Spring Budget Date Announced for March 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver the Spring Forecast on 3 March 2026. The Treasury confirms one major fiscal event per year amid economic concerns and past budget controversy.
Rachel Reeves announces 3 March for spring statement
Chancellor Rachel Reeves schedules an early 3 March spring statement, aiming to provide stability after tax speculation hurt the economy. The OBR will deliver new forecasts.
Single mum's Christmas money worry as costs soar
A single mother from Leicester reveals her stress over festive costs. With average UK spending at £1,626, expert advice offers budgeting tips to avoid debt.
Chancellor Reeves: Stability returned to UK economy
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says the latest interest rate cut to 3.75% proves economic stability is back. Homeowners save £1,200 yearly on mortgages, while SMEs benefit from cheaper loans for investment.
UK economy shrinks ahead of Rachel Reeves's budget
Official figures show the UK economy contracted in October, with public borrowing higher than forecast in November. Get the latest on GDP and the fiscal outlook.
UK Government Borrowing Overshoots Expectations in November
UK public sector borrowing reached £11.7bn in November, surpassing City forecasts. Year-on-year borrowing fell due to higher tax receipts from NI changes. Read the full analysis.
Winter DWP Payments: Full List Before January 1
A guide to the Winter Fuel Payment, £10 Christmas Bonus, and Carer's Allowance Supplement hitting UK bank accounts this December. Check your eligibility now.
USAID cuts create void filled by anti-rights groups
The drastic 2025 cuts to USAID have triggered a global health crisis, creating an opening for ultra-conservative groups to reshape international aid with restrictive conditions. Explore the profound impact on women's health and reproductive rights worldwi
Inflation falls to 3.2%, BoE rate cut expected
UK inflation fell more than expected to 3.2% in November, driven by a supermarket price war. The data locks in an anticipated Bank of England interest rate cut. Read the full analysis.
Doctors Strike, UK Set to Rejoin Erasmus, Sunnest Year
England's resident doctors begin a five-day strike amid a flu season crisis. The UK moves to rejoin the EU's Erasmus scheme, and 2025 is confirmed as the sunniest year on record. Get the full briefing.
UK Analysis: Australia's Myefo Shows Narrower Deficit
Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivers Australia's mid-year fiscal update, revealing a £36.8bn deficit and persistent inflation challenges. Key takeaways for the UK observer.
2025: Five Key Moments in the Assault on Women's Rights
A devastating look at how policy shifts in 2025 have dismantled global health aid, targeting reproductive rights and disproportionately endangering women and girls worldwide. Read the full analysis.
Myefo reveals £36.8bn deficit as Chalmers battles spending
Treasurer Jim Chalmers unveils a multi-billion pound budget improvement, yet the deficit is set to nearly quadruple. Discover the fiscal challenges and government savings outlined in the midyear update.
Investors Spooked by Dividend and Savings Tax Rises
New analysis reveals over 70% of UK DIY investors are concerned about upcoming tax increases on dividends and savings announced in the Budget. Learn how to prepare your finances.
Sunak feared UK couldn't fund itself during Covid pandemic
Rishi Sunak told the Covid inquiry he was 'acutely stressed' by rising bond costs in 2020, fearing the UK's ability to fund itself. Discover the emergency measures considered to avert a crisis.
Budget measures risk thousands for high-earning families
New analysis reveals Labour's Autumn Budget could cost typical high-earning families nearly £280,000 in lost wealth over two decades. Discover the impact of frozen thresholds and pension changes.
Why you must switch your old savings account now
Millions of UK savers are missing out on better interest rates due to inertia. Finance experts reveal why switching is easy and crucial to beat inflation.
HMRC warns Christmas side hustle sellers on tax
HMRC issues a festive warning to individuals selling goods online this Christmas. Learn about the £1,000 trading allowance and how to avoid a tax bill.
Pension Error Forces Retiree to Repay £25,000
A retired UK civil servant must repay over £25,000 after a pension scheme miscalculation. Discover the implications for public sector retirees and how to check your pension.
Budget changes to hit millions using salary sacrifice
New HMRC figures reveal over 3 million pension savers will be impacted by salary sacrifice reforms. Discover how the £2,000 cap from 2029 affects your retirement savings.
New £2,000 salary sacrifice cap explained for UK pensions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget introduces a £2,000 cap on salary sacrifice pension tax relief from 2029. Experts explain who is affected and the steps you should take now to protect your retirement savings.
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