Finding help with Christmas presents If you’re already stressing about paying for school shoes and winter coats, the thought of Christmas presents can feel … [Read more...]
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Ricky Willis
Ricky Willis is the founder of Skint Dad, a UK website helping families make their money go further.
Skint Dad began during a tough period, when Ricky and his family were working their way out of £42,000 of debt. What started as a way to stay accountable quickly grew into a place for honest, real-life money help without judgement.
Today, Ricky shares simple, practical tips based on lived experience, focusing on cutting bills, saving at the supermarket, and finding small ways to boost income at home.
He has appeared on BBC TV, This Morning, and Good Morning Britain, and is regularly asked to comment on the money pressures families face across the UK.
Mobile networks to block scam calls using fake UK numbers from 2026
From next year, scam calls pretending to come from trusted UK numbers should finally start drying up. BT, Vodafone, Three, Virgin Media O2, Tesco Mobile, … [Read more...]
Children to learn budgeting and mortgages at school under new curriculum shake-up
Money is finally getting a proper place in the classroom. The government has announced that by 2028, financial education will be compulsory in every primary and … [Read more...]
Waitrose launches ‘Little Treats’ scheme with free rewards for loyal shoppers
If you’re a regular Waitrose shopper, there’s now another reason to swipe your loyalty card. The supermarket has rolled out a new rewards system called … [Read more...]
Experian’s new credit score changes explained – and what it really means for you
What’s happening to your Experian credit score Experian is updating how it works out your credit score. The range is being stretched from 0–999 to 0–1,250, … [Read more...]
The real cost of buy now, pay later this Christmas
When you're trying to make Christmas special but money's tight, buy now, pay later can look like a lifeline. It promises no interest, no fees and the chance … [Read more...]
How to get free or cheap school shoes for kids in the UK
When your child outgrows their school shoes faster than you can say “back to school,” the cost soon adds up. A decent pair can easily set you back £30 or more, … [Read more...]
New Look launches free loyalty club with weekly discounts and member perks
High street fashion chain New Look has officially launched Club New Look, its first-ever loyalty scheme, and it’s completely free to join. The retailer, … [Read more...]
How 28 million people are using AI to manage their money
Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t just for tech experts anymore. According to Lloyds Bank’s new Consumer Digital Index, more than 28 million UK adults now use … [Read more...]
Kids can get £20 free when they open a NatWest Adapt account
If you’ve got a child aged 11 to 17, NatWest is offering a simple way to give them a little boost and teach them how to manage money at the same … [Read more...]
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