11 h. ago Wetherspoon's warns inflation will rise this winter after its energy and labour costs soar

Pub giant JD Wetherspoon sounded the alarm over the price of a pint and a meal, with new subsidies for nuclear power set to drive businesses' energy costs even higher.

Events

53 h. ago Greggs announces popular meal deal will cost more as price rises announced

The price hike includes breakfast ranges, pastries, bakes and sweet items

Economics

3 d. ago How to get the best and cheapest private healthcare: As demand soars amid NHS waiting list crisis and Budget VAT raid fears, here's everything you need to know before you switch

Private healthcare costs have risen by a typical 15% in the past year as the NHS struggles with rising waiting lists.

Economics

4 d. ago Rise of the supersized sandwich! How Brits are ditching simple ham and cheese for American

A sandwich shop dubbed 'the best in the world' has taken the UK by storm after setting up a pop-up store in London , much to the delight of sarnie-loving Brits.

Politics

5 d. ago Everyone with an electric blanket urged to do three things before using device

With living costs on the rise and temperatures plummeting, some Scots are shunning their central heating in favour of electric blankets to keep bills lower this autumn

Politics

9 d. ago Falkirk could see more council tax rises of up to 13 per cent over the next five years

Councillors are being asked to agree a five-year strategy as costs continue to rise for essential services.

Politics

9 d. ago 9 key ways you can slash energy costs ahead of Ofgem's energy price cap rise

The energy price cap is set to rise by more than 2% from October 1 - but there are ways you can lessen the financial strain

Economics

2 w. ago Genius way Victorians kept their draughty homes warm before central heating

As energy costs continue to rise, households nationwide are seeking ways to keep their homes cosy without cranking up the heating and inflating their energy bills

Society

3 w. ago US inflation rises in August as companies push Trump tariffs cost onto consumers

New CPI update shows prices increased 2.9% over the last year, but Wall Street optimistic Fed will cut interest ratesInflation rose slightly in August as companies continued to push the cost of tariffs onto consumers.The newest update to the consumer price index (CPI), which measures a basket of goods and services, showed that prices increased 2.9% over the last year – the highest since January. Core CPI, which excludes energy and food costs, stayed stable at 3.1% after going up in July. Continue reading...

Economics

3 w. ago US inflation rises in August as firms pass Trump tariffs cost on to consumers

New CPI update shows prices increased 2.9% over the last year, but Wall Street optimistic Fed will cut interest ratesInflation rose slightly in August as companies continued to push the cost of tariffs on to consumers.The newest update to the consumer price index (CPI), which measures a basket of goods and services, showed that prices increased 2.9% over the last year – the highest since January. Core CPI, which excludes energy and food costs, stayed stable at 3.1% after going up in July. Continue reading...

Economics

3 w. ago Escape from Keir's Britain with the experts' definitive emigration guide: The best places for sunshine, big houses, high wages, no crime and top

As the UK's cost of living continues to rise - and the quality of life declines - many are heading elsewhere. Here's our ultimate emigration guide for escaping Keir's Britain.

Events

3 w. ago Traders voice frustration at Tube strike with city economy facing hit of £230m

Experts believe the true cost of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union strike could rise further this week

Economics

4 w. ago High street giants to reveal sales as bosses warn over rising costs

Primark’s owner Associated British Foods and John Lewis Partnership are set to give investors an update on recent trading.

Events

4 w. ago How to live in a gorgeous French house for less than £500 a month

As the cost of living rises steadily in the UK, it's unsurprising people are looking further afield. France is high on the list, with its attractive climate, cuisine, and choice of beautiful locations.

Society

last month Starmer ‘too arrogant’ to admit he’s got things wrong, Badenoch tells Commons

The Conservative leader pressed the Prime Minister on borrowing costs, unemployment, and future tax rises, at PMQs.

Politics

last month AD FEATURE: Pet insurance costs skyrocket as Brits say they're paying more than ever

Pet insurance costs have been on the rise in recent years with a sharp increase in Europe - and Brits are feeling the surging prices the most according to new research

Economics