A mate of mine nearly got caught out recently. He got a message from someone he thought was his boss, asking him to nip out and grab some gift cards for staff … [Read more...]
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Ricky Willis
Ricky Willis founded the award-winning money saving website SkintDad.co.uk which helps people save money by showing that every penny counts.
What started as a way to share his family’s debt issues, and as a way to be held accountable while paying off £42,000 of consumer debt, quickly became a hit money blog.
Since Ricky launched the site it has attracted over 15 million page views.
Ricky has a passion for finding ways to boost income and has gained experience in website development.
He has appeared on BBC TV, This Morning, Good Morning Britain, as well as in newspapers discussing money issues families face today.
Aldi to open 80 new UK stores in record £1.6bn expansion
Aldi has announced a record £1.6 billion investment to grow its UK presence, with 80 new stores planned over the next two years. The move comes as more … [Read more...]
Struggling with energy bills? Free Post Office pop-ups could help
Energy bills are one of the biggest pressures on households right now, yet millions of people are suffering in silence. A recent poll found that nearly … [Read more...]
Millions in the UK going hungry as food insecurity rises
More families across the UK are being forced to make impossible choices between heating, travel, bills, and putting food on the table. Research from the … [Read more...]
Want to skip the loud emergency alert on your phone? Here’s how
At 3pm on Sunday 7 September, millions of phones across the UK will vibrate, flash, and emit a loud siren as part of the government’s emergency alert … [Read more...]
Don’t get stung by a fake parking fine – how to spot a scam and protect your money
Parking fine scams are catching drivers out across the UK. From dodgy texts to rigged ticket machines, here’s how to spot a fake and keep your cash … [Read more...]
Discover 6,000+ FREE UK heritage sites to visit this September
If you’re looking for something to do this September that won’t cost a penny, you’re in luck! Across the UK, you can gain free access to more than 6,000 … [Read more...]
Christmas toy sale dates 2025: When to grab the best bargains
Top toy sales of 2025! Sainsbury’s, Smyths, Tesco, Asda, and more are slashing prices on toys just in time for Christmas. Mark your calendars, stock up early, … [Read more...]
HMRC tax scams: how to spot fake rebate offers and stay safe
More than 170,000 tax-related scams were reported to HMRC in the past year, with nearly 50,000 targeting self-assessment customers. Scammers are becoming … [Read more...]
How to get 30 hours of free childcare and save up to £7,500 a year
Working parents across England can now get up to 30 hours of free childcare a week, doubling the previous 15-hour allowance. The change, which came into … [Read more...]
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