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How many hours of work does your weekly food shop really cost?

by Naomi Willis · updated 21 December 2025

woman washing hands in the sink while food is cooking in pans on the stove.

Food shopping is where money pressure shows up first. Not because people are careless. Not because they don’t budget. But because it’s one of the few … [Read more...]

New contactless changes sound helpful – but they could trip some people up

by Naomi Willis · updated 21 December 2025

Shopper using a contactless bank card to pay.

The FCA plans to give banks more freedom over contactless limits. Here’s what it means, the good and bad, and how it could affect your spending. What has … [Read more...]

Where kids eat free or £1 over the Christmas holidays 2025

by Naomi Willis · updated 18 December 2025

Eating out in a UK café during the Christmas school holidays

Eating out over the Christmas holidays can get expensive fast, especially with the kids at home for weeks. The good news is there are still loads of … [Read more...]

This job email fooled people – here’s how to spot the signs

by Naomi Willis · updated 18 December 2025

Person checking a job offer email on a laptop at home

Why these job emails feel so convincing Some job offer emails feel good to receive. They use your name, mention skills you already have, and sound like … [Read more...]

Morrisons is giving away free carrots for kids this Christmas

by Naomi Willis · updated 18 December 2025

Free carrots for kids in Morrisons

If you’re popping into Morrisons in the run-up to Christmas, there’s a small freebie worth knowing about. Morrisons is once again giving away free carrots … [Read more...]

Royal Mail delivery delays hit 150+ UK postcodes just days before Christmas

by Naomi Willis · updated 18 December 2025

Post box in the snow

Royal Mail has confirmed delivery delays across more than 150 UK postcodes. Check if your area is affected and what to do if post is late. Royal Mail has … [Read more...]

Aldi makes it easier to get Too Good To Go bags this Christmas

by Naomi Willis · updated 18 December 2025

Aldi Too Good To Go food waste box

If you have ever tried to grab a Too Good To Go bag from Aldi, you will know they can go fast. Many people open the app, see nothing left, and miss out. This … [Read more...]

Christmas veg from 5p: cheapest supermarket deals for 2025

by Naomi Willis · updated 18 December 2025

Brussels sprouts

Supermarket price wars are back for Christmas 2025, with veg from just 8p. See the cheapest deals from Aldi, Lidl, Tesco and more. Supermarkets are … [Read more...]

Advice the UK has ready if the power ever goes off

by Naomi Willis · updated 18 December 2025

Everyday household items like a radio, torch and water on a kitchen table, showing simple preparedness for a power cut

Power cuts are unlikely You may have seen headlines about what would happen if the UK ever lost power nationwide. The key point comes first: this scenario … [Read more...]

Can’t afford food? What help is available right now in the UK

by Ricky Willis · updated 17 December 2025

A quiet kitchen table in natural light

If you can’t afford food right now, this page is for you. You don’t need to read every word. Start at the top, work your way down, and stop once you’ve got … [Read more...]

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