7 h. ago There are those on the left and right who offer only grievance: Labour is getting on with the job of economic renewal | Keir Starmer

Judge last week’s budget in the light of our bold plans to sweep away red tape, tackle inactivity among young people and pursue a closer trading relationship with the EUKeir Starmer is the prime minister of the United KingdomReport: Labour’s economic plan will take years to deliver, Starmer saysAt the budget last week, we made the right choices for Britain, cutting the cost of energy with £150 off bills, protecting the NHS and tackling the scourge of child poverty by removing the two-child limit. We also ensured that the revenue we raised through taxes was done fairly, with everyone contributing but those with the broadest shoulders contributing their fair share. As a result of the choices we made, the budget created a more stable economic environment, driving down inflation and government bond yields. This is vital for protecting our public services, when £1 in every £10 spent by government goes on debt interest.The budget builds on the action we have already taken to improve the e...

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27 h. ago Energy bills to drop for millions of UK households in matter of months

Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the UK Government will take around £150 off energy bills on average from April next year

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27 h. ago Dry two loads of washing in 'three hours' without tumble dryer or heating

Many people are looking for alternative ways to dry their washing this winter, as they try to avoid the soaring energy bills associated with tumble dryers and central heating.

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29 h. ago Cancer weekly horoscope: What your star sign has in store for November 30 – December 6

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégé Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. Sign up for the Mystic Meg newsletter. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy CANCER JUNE 22 - JULY 22...

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29 h. ago Scorpio weekly horoscope: What your star sign has in store for November 30 – December 6

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégé Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. SCORPIO OCT 24 - NOV 22 🔵 Read our horoscopes live blog for the latest readings Saying you believe in trust...

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29 h. ago Pisces weekly horoscope: What your star sign has in store for November 30 – December 6

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégé Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. PISCES FEB 19 - MAR 20 🔵 Read our horoscopes live blog for the latest readings As the passion planet fosters...

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29 h. ago Virgo weekly horoscope: What your star sign has in store for November 30 – December 6

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégé Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. VIRGO AUG 24 - SEPT 22 🔵 Read our horoscopes live blog for the latest readings The third supermoon in a row lights...

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29 h. ago Capricorn weekly horoscope: What your star sign has in store for November 30 – December 6

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégé Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. CAPRICORN DEC 22 - JAN 20 🔵 Read our horoscopes live blog for the latest readings Love that taps the deepest...

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42 h. ago Martin Lewis' key 'wins' from Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget 2025

MoneySavingExpert (MSE) founder Martin Lewis has been among those to have delved into the announcement and what exactly its proposals mean in practice

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43 h. ago Bedrooms are warmer in winter when you follow 6 tips that don't cost much

If you're looking to heat up your bedroom this winter without sending energy bills soaring, follow this handy advice. Here's everything you need to know

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43 h. ago Martin Lewis says one Budget move 'isn't as bad as it could've been'

A key point he highlighted was the upcoming changes to cash ISAs from 2027

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49 h. 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

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53 h. ago From council tax discounts to energy bills and pension hacks – eight reprieves from Reeves’ £26bn Budget battering

CHANCELLOR Rachel Reeves may have hit us with £26billion of tax rises, but you can fight back by shielding your cash.  As a result of her Budget this week, average households face being £850 worse off in 2029-30 compared to this year, the Joseph Rowntree Foundation warns.  Lucy Andrews, Deputy Consumer Editor, presents her eight-step...

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59 h. ago Martin Lewis shares best time to do Christmas shopping and it is not Black Friday

The Money Saving Expert has issued a warning over shopping during the Black Friday sales.

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60 h. ago UK government issues £150 energy bill cut update with some households set to save even more

The Chancellor said she is keeping her promise to get energy bills down and cut the cost of living

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65 h. ago Martin Lewis issues State Pension £12,570 tax update after crunch Rachel Reeves talks

The money-saving expert met with the Chancellor to clarify the issue

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66 h. ago Reeves vows state pensioners won’t have to pay tax despite alarm over Budget changes

The chancellor said the Treasury would not go after ‘tiny amounts of money’ from state pensioners, pledging that they would not pay any tax in this parliament

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67 h. ago Martin Lewis issues Black Friday tip on when is best to do Christmas shopping

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has issued a message as Black Friday gets into full swing as he reveals when is best to grab a bargain for your Christmas presents

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2 d. ago Six ways to keep warm without central heating: Money saving hacks you need to know

As the temperature drops, many will be looking for alternative ways to keep warm that don't involve the heating. So here's our handy guide on staying cosy without hefty energy bills

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3 d. ago Martin Lewis secures commitment from Rachel Reeves amid state pension worries

Martin Lewis questioned Rachel Reeves about the upcoming changes to the state pension and cash ISAs.

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