12 h. ago Keir Starmer claims Brits will be better off despite rising bills in 'awful April'

Sir Keir Starmer has vowed that people will ultimately be better off despite soaring bills, including energy, water and council tax, in what has been dubbed 'awful April'

Politics

13 h. ago DWP benefit payments increasing in April 2025 including PIP and Universal Credit

Benefit payments increase every year in April in line with inflation rates - here's a full list of how much they are going up by from this month

Politics

13 h. ago ‘Awful April’ bills rise will push people to poverty, homelessness and foodbanks, charities warn

Increasing cost of bills ranging from gas, electricity, water and council tax has left many ‘dangerously exposed’

Events

14 h. ago Energy supplier goes bust in latest blow to households as bills rise

The firm supplies energy to about 80,000 domestic customers and 10,000 non-domestic customers

Science

14 h. ago Things to do in Scotland this Easter 2025: Here are 7 budget

Here are some great idea to create lasting family memories this Easter.

Politics

16 h. ago April Fools Day 2025: 13 of the greatest musical pranks played, including Paris Hilton X Danger Mouse’s album

From Abbey Road removing the famous crossing to a Coldplay fragrance - here’s our favourite musical pranks to celebrate April 1st

Culture

17 h. ago Top Tech: Our favourite mobile and SIM only deals to help beat the April price hikes

With millions of Brits set to be hit with higher bills this month, we've pulled together some of our favourite deals on mobile and SIM only contracts to help keep costs down

Economics

17 h. ago Leeds Festival 2025: your guide to this year’s festival including travel, opening times and age restrictions

What time should you arrive to Bramham Park in 2025 and what are your travel options this year?

Politics

18 h. ago The house price points where April 1 stamp duty changes could hit you hardest

Many home buyers face higher stamp duty costs from today (April 1) - here is how you could be affected at different price points

Events

19 h. ago Check for unclaimed money or savings to help with rising bills this month

Council Tax, energy bills, broadband, mobile phones and the TV licence are all going up this month.

Economics

19 h. ago 13 rising musicians from Scotland that you need to know about in 2025, including Spyres and Katie Nicoll

Who should you be adding to your Spotify playlist from Scotland’s music scene in 2025?

Politics

20 h. ago Households in these Council Tax bands could save up to £400 on energy bills

The Great British Insulation Scheme could help thousands of families reduce their gas and electricity costs this year as costs on tax, broadband and more is set to rise from today

Economics

20 h. ago Martin Lewis explains how to claim council tax discount after April rise

Martin Lewis has explained how to claim council tax discount and check if your property is in the right price band after April’s rise.

Politics

20 h. ago Families in certain Council Tax bands could save up to £400 on energy bills this year

A scheme could help low-income households save up to £400 each year on their fuel bills through new energy efficiency upgrades

Economics

20 h. ago Thousands in some Council Tax bands could save up to £400 on their energy bills

Energy bills are set to increase by 6.4% from April 1 as the energy price cap is set to rise

Economics

20 h. ago Voices: Energy, water, council tax – how are you coping with rising bills this ‘awful April’? Join The Independent Debate

As ‘awful April’ brings another wave of rising bills, we want to know — are you feeling the pinch, and has Labour’s handling of the cost of living crisis so far changed your view of Sir Keir Starmer’s government?

Economics

20 h. ago Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves dodge pain of energy and water hikes thanks to 'cap' on bills at Downing Street flats... as they enjoy Westminster's low council tax

Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves only pay a taxable benefit on running costs at the grace-and-favour apartments in Downing Street .

Economics

21 h. ago New Martin Lewis energy bill tip could help millions of people instantly beat price hike this month

Annual energy bills are going up by £111 this month for two-thirds of households in Scotland, England and Wales.

Economics

21 h. ago Energy bills are rising for millions of households today – how much you'll pay

Many are declaring the new month 'awful April' as the price cap is going up by 6.4% – but your bill is still based on how much gas and electricity you actually use

Economics

21 h. ago The household bills rising today – from energy to council tax

April will be a tough month for struggling households this year

Economics