8 h. ago 'Scrooge' Bank of England boss could block Christmas interest rate cut

Along with other rate-setters he will pay close attention to the latest inflation figures, which will be published the day before the interest rate decision.

Economics

17 h. ago Two arrested as village Christmas tree cut down hours after lights switch

'This was a disgusting act of mindless vandalism, which has caused huge upset throughout the village'

Events

25 h. ago Lulu Guinness shoppers have days left to snap up designer bag for £15 for Christmas

The cut-off for Christmas delivery is in a week's time

Economics

31 h. ago Last Royal Mail and Evri Christmas 2025 parcel posting dates and how to send without queuing

From Royal Mail to Evri, shoppers have several parcel delivery services to choose from with cut-off dates before Christmas Day

Politics

43 h. ago Households ‘plan to cut Christmas spending compared with last year’

One in four people who are borrowing to pay for Christmas think it could take up to a year to clear their debt, Yorkshire Building Society said.

Politics

44 h. ago Vandals cut down Christmas tree that has stood in village for more than a decade just hours after its lights were switched on

Durham Police believe the tree in Shotton Colliery was felled deliberately between 10pm and 11pm on Wednesday, December 10.

Politics

56 h. ago Village Christmas tree cut down hours after lights switch on

The tree in Shotton Colliery, Co Durham, was chopped down between 10pm and 11pm on Wednesday, according to police.

Politics

64 h. ago Post office confirms final Christmas cut off date for sending letters and parcels

One in five have missed the deadline for the Christmas post before - make sure it's not you this year

Politics

3 d. ago Shoppers ditch real Christmas trees for 'simply beautiful' artificial one that's £160 off

Looking to cut down on Christmas spending? Artificial Christmas trees could be just the ticket for saving money season after season, and right now this 'simply beautifuly' option has £160 off

Economics

3 d. ago Dehumidifier that's beating winter bathroom condensation cut to £31 in Christmas sale

This budget dehumidifier that doesn't need to be plugged in has shoppers singing its praises - and it's now on sale at Debenhams

Economics

4 d. ago Asda loses price war as sales dive: Shoppers cut back on Christmas spending

Industry figures show Asda was the worst performer among supermarkets over the three months to November 30. Sales fell 4.3% over the period.

Economics

4 d. ago Best days to book cheap Christmas holidays as experts say there's still time

Travel experts say it's not too late to book a Christmas getaway and save money as you can cut costs by up to 24% on flights

Science

4 d. ago £120 Remington straighteners that are 'as good as ghd' cut to £30 just in time for Christmas

These hair straighteners currently have over 6,000 ratings and is one of Amazon's top choices.

Economics

6 d. ago This clever trick will cut £200 or more off your Christmas bill

Mum of three and finance expert Lynn Beattie - aka Mrs Mummypenny - says parents don’t need to splash the cash on elaborate gifts or matching PJs to keep the kids happy this year

Economics

7 d. ago Worried that you're drinking too much? How this £3 pill dubbed the 'Ozempic of alcohol' can put the brakes on your bingeing

Millions could cut down on Christmas boozing with a £3 pill dubbed the 'Ozempic of alcohol', according to experts.

Economics

9 d. ago Christmas shoppers warned of chaotic delivery deadlines as first cut

Christmas shoppers are being urged to check post and courier deadlines now, with the first cut-off for overseas parcels landing this week and UK dates following fast.

Events

1 week ago Lush to open new store at busy Scots shopping centre weeks before Christmas

LUSH is opening up a brand new store at a busy Scots shopping centre just weeks before Christmas. The bath-bomb gurus will cut the ribbon on the new branch at Edinburgh's Fort Kinnaird retail park next weekend. It marks Lush's 10th location in Scotland since their flagship store opened on Glasgow's Buchanan Street in December...

Economics

2 w. ago UK High Streets facing £3billion Christmas blow after Rachel Reeves' brutal budget

The impact of Rachel Reeves' recent budget is set to cost British high streets around £3billion in lost Christmas spending as people cut back on their festive funds

Economics

2 w. ago Christmas light swap could cut costs to '14p' per month, MoneySavingExpert says

Using one 100-bulb string of these lights for six hours a day over a month may cost roughly 14p, estimates suggest

Economics

2 w. ago Cut winter energy bills by Christmas: Martin Lewis shares five things you need to know

Lots of people are hoping to cut their winter energy bills by Christmas, with the time of year being so expensive. Martin Lewis said there are five things you need to know to achieve success

Science