7 h. ago Households urged to lock in a new mortgage deal now after Barclays ups rates and gilt yields hit 27

Households are being urged to lock in a new mortgage deal as soon as possible, after Barclays announced it's upping rates.

Economics

10 h. ago Pressure rises on Reeves as government borrowing costs hit 27

Chancellor will face more limited fiscal headroom at budget after yield on 30-year bond increases to 5.68%Business live – latest updatesReshuffle gymnastics prepare Starmer to walk tricky budget tightropeBritain’s long-term borrowing costs have hit their highest level in 27 years, intensifying the pressure on the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, before the autumn budget.The yield, or interest rate, on 30-year UK government debt hit 5.714% on Tuesday. That is its highest level since 1998, indicating that it will cost the UK more to borrow from the markets, above the previous 27-year high of 5.649% set in April. Continue reading...

Events

35 h. ago Householders urged to put cotton wool on windowsills in September

People should act now to keep insects out of their homes during peak spider season.

Politics

36 h. ago UK households urged to use one kitchen ingredient in their gardens for 'bird paradise'

Gardeners have been urged to sprinkle a low-cost ingredient across their gardens to stop squirrels stealing bird feed

Events

38 h. ago Scots households urged to boil lemon peels in water from today

Lemons can serve an important purpose around homes throughout September

Politics

4 d. ago Millions of Brits urged to make £138 energy saving with one simple change

Over three millions households are likely to be overpaying on energy bills by £138 a year - and it could be how you pay, but one small changes could save hundreds

Economics

5 d. ago 'Householders urged to leave bedroom curtains open all night from September'

As autumn falls so too does the risk of increased condensation and mould but experts say there is an easy way to stop that

Politics

5 d. ago Households urged to do this 1 job 'everybody forgets' once a week

The cleaning expert said it's something the majority of us have probably been neglecting to do.

Society

6 d. ago UK households urged to make vital boiler check ahead of energy price cap rise

Gas and electricity prices will go up for millions of households this autumn

Politics

6 d. ago Householders urged to count their fridge magnets for this reason

Whirpool has issued a statement about the effects the humble magnet can have on your refrigerator.

Politics

7 d. ago Welsh households buying olive oil urged to avoid mistake which can ruin taste

Olive oil can be pretty pricey, so you'll want your bottle to last as long as possible without losing its flavour. But there's a simple mistake that many people make when it comes to storing their olive oil, which can make it bland.

Society

7 d. ago Households urged to do one task with garden centre plants to save money

A gardening expert has shared a clever money-saving tip for anyone who wants to spruce up their outdoor areas with new plants from the garden centre - and it couldn't be simpler

Economics

7 d. ago Scots households urged to keep tennis ball in kitchen for unusual but clever reason

According to experts, a tennis ball should be an essential item in your cleaning cupboard.

Politics

8 d. ago UK households urged to follow 'golden rule' when loading washing machine to slash energy bills

It could stop you from using more electricity

Science

8 d. ago Scots households urged to draw chalk around beds before next month

The method is believed to be effective in controlling and repelling spiders during peak season.

Politics

9 d. ago UK households are being urged to keep all used tea bags next week

For those who aren't a fan of spiders, this easy hack will help keep them away this mating season.

Politics

1 week ago Households in the UK urged to turn off lights and keep doors shut at night

Households in the UK are being urged to turn off their lights and shut their doors at night due to this one specific reason

Politics

1 week ago Scots households urged to keep windows closed for next four weeks starting tonight

Householders are being advised to take precautions due to a particular invader.

Politics

1 week ago UK households urged to make this one essential check before moving house

It could go unnoticed but may cause you problems once you've moved in

Politics

1 week ago UK households urged to shut windows from 7pm over next four weeks

As we head into a period of cooler weather, spider season is among us

Politics