35 h. ago Scotland 'going backwards' on fuel poverty as more households struggle to afford heating

Patrick Harvie tore into the SNP Government amid speculation it will water down key legislation on making homes more energy efficient.

Society

40 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

46 h. ago Scots households braced for higher gas and electricity bills as energy price cap rises

Citizens Advice Scotland has dubbed April 1 this year as 'April Cruel Day' due to the cumulative impact of rising bills.

Science

59 h. ago Bills: average UK household water, energy, council tax, utility bills going up

Big changes are coming this April - higher bills, new taxes, and fresh rules 📈

Economics

60 h. ago Stagecoach bus services across west of Scotland set to stop in pay dispute

A total of 500 Unite members rejected an ‘unacceptable’ pay offer.

Politics

64 h. ago More than 3 million UK workers set to get pay rise from 1 April

The National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage are set to increase from April

Economics

3 d. ago Scots council chiefs sent death threats over huge pay rises on day bills set to soar

“We didn’t vote on rises, yet are the ones spat at in the street, sent nasty emails and told we should be dead."

Events

4 d. ago All the people who do not have to pay council tax as bills set to rise on April 1

Council tax bills are set to rise for millions of households from April 1, but some people will not have to pay the levy - here are the exemptions you need to know about

Economics

6 d. ago Household Support Fund 2025: will vital DWP cost of living payment applications be extended

The Household Support Fund is set to continue, providing vital assistance through 2026 💸

Economics

1 week ago Cost of pint of beer in UK set to soar above £5 average in bitter blow for drinkers

Brits are set to pay more for a round as the cost of a pint is due to rise by 21p, making the average pint now £5.01 amid a whole host of cost increases linked to October's budget

Economics

1 week ago Custard slices and nine top Brit treats snubbed by Gen Z obsessed with one dairy product

The classic cuppa may also die out within a generation as a quarter say they would never drink tea with milk and sugar, ditch treats as chase weird protein targets and don't want to have a day off

Politics

1 week ago UK passport application fee increase: New price, wait time and everything else you need to know

The cost of a new or replacement passport is set to rise from next month, with some people having to pay as much as £222 for the essential travel document

Politics

1 week ago Thousands of 'ageing' energy meters to be deactivated as Scots urged to act

According to the Scottish Government, as of January this year there were more than 146,000 households and businesses in Scotland still using RTS meters.

Politics

1 week ago Scots households set to pay £98.55 to drink tea from April 1

Drinking the nation's favourite brew is about to become more costly

Economics

2 w. ago How to beat the April energy price hike and simplify your spending with a special deal

Energy bills are set to rise by another 6.4% in April - but you can save with Utility Warehouse by bundling energy, broadband & more. Switch today.

Economics

2 w. ago Millions of workers told to check their payslips as change worth £1,400 due within weeks

The minimum hourly wage is the lowest hourly rate an employer has to legally pay you, depending on your age, and the rates are set to rise in April

Economics

2 w. ago Tesco UK: major groceries supermarket to scrap Sunday pay, but will raise wages by 5%

Workers are set for a pay boost, but not everyone will be happy about the changes 📈

Economics

2 w. ago Bubble tea: popular tapioca boba brand plans major UK expansion with 225 new drink stores

The brand is set to bring more bubble tea to the UK with a huge expansion 🌟

Politics

2 w. ago Global Recycling Day: how to earn cash from recyclable supermarket and household waste items

Turn your old stuff into cash this Global Recycling Day 🌍

Economics

2 w. ago Marcus Rashford recall decision 'made' after Man United forward given Aston Villa lifeline

Manchester United academy graduate has impressed whilst on loan at Aston Villa and his fine form under Unai Emery now looks set to pay off with an England recall.

Events