3 d. ago Martin Lewis pinpoints one 'demon appliance' that drains energy and bank balance

Savvy consumers have been warning against using one household appliance unless it's absolutely necessary – and Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis agrees with the advice

Economics

3 d. ago Water firm boss warns households with no supply that bills must rise anyway

South East Water chairman Chris Train said customers must pay more to prevent further shortages, despite East Grinstead, West Sussex, and Tunbridge Wells, Kent having no reliable supply

Events

4 d. ago UK households warned about common fridge mistake which costs £60 a month

Experts have warned that many families across Britain are spending more each month on food due to one simple mistake

Events

4 d. ago White vinegar should 'never' be used to clean five areas of your home

Cleaning expert warns against using white vinegar on five common household surfaces and appliances in your home - 'it could ruin them'.

Events

6 d. ago UK shoppers buy less food and drink as experts blame 'fat jab Christmas'

Grocery sales hit £19.6billion over the four weeks to December 27 - up 2.5% compared to the previous year - but sales on a volume basis fell 0.2%

Economics

7 d. ago Dog 'poisoned' by common household item as owner issues warning

Pet owner issues urgent warning after her dog was poisoned and didn't recognise her

Events

8 d. ago British Gas issues warning to households as Storm Goretti hits UK

Tens of thousands of people will need support with their heating, energy company forecasts

Events

9 d. ago Popular TV chef dead aged 49 after cancer battle as tributes pour in for 'trailblazer'

The social worker-turned- celebrity chef who wanted to 'become the Oprah of the culinary world' died aged 49, a decade after she was first diagnosed with Stage 3 ovarian cancer

Events

9 d. ago Best supermarket prosecco from £5.99, handpicked by sommeliers

These sommelier-approved bottles of fizz combine affordability with quality

Economics

9 d. ago Met Office warns households to have 7 items prepared before this evening

The Met Office has urged people to be prepared as the UK prepares for Storm Goretti with heavy snow, rain and strong winds expected across many regions as both yellow and amber weather alerts have been issued.

Events

9 d. ago More than 100,000 households warned after cyber attack on Kensington and Chelsea council

Over 100,000 households have been warned to be vigilant after their data was accessed

Events

1 week ago Householders warned to stop pressing one thermostat button in very cold weather

The very common practice can end costing more money and it's ineffective too

Events

1 week ago London council warns 100,000 households' personal details could have been stolen in cyber attack

Borough home to some of Britain’s wealthiest residents said the attack was carried out ‘with criminal intent’

Events

1 week ago Chilling New Year 'health MOT' reveals EXACTLY what 12 days of Christmas did to my body

How many of us are still gently nursing what feels like a full body hangover from all the stodgy food and alcohol of the Christmas and New Year ­endurance race?

Science

1 week ago Martin Lewis urges people to check for Council Tax payout of up to £12,000

The consumer champion warned around 400,000 households are entitled to Council Tax refunds but not claiming.

Economics

1 week ago British Gas engineer reveals ‘11am rule’ to avoid frozen pipes & broken boilers as snow warnings hit

BRITISH GAS has warned households to take action to prevent pipes freezing, but if they do you must follow one specific rule. As temperatures have already plummeted below freezing this week the energy provider has warned that 54,000 households may need help with their heating and hot water systems. Frozen or broken pipes could leave...

Events

2 w. ago Millions of UK households could face £500 annual hit warn experts

The tax freeze was brought in by the Conservatives in 2021-22 and extended to 2028 - however, the Chancellor has announced it will now run through to 2031

Events

2 w. ago Met Office urges UK households to 'think ahead' as snow and ice warnings issued

2026 has gotten off to a very chilly start - and the Met Office has some advice

Events

2 w. ago Hundreds of households sent letter from police in latest Fire Stick crackdown

Households have received warning letters from the police about using 'dodgy' fire-sticks to stream their favourite shows at little to no cost

Events

2 w. ago Best supermarket prosecco for New Years’ Eve celebrations, handpicked by sommeliers

These sommelier-approved bottles of fizz combine affordability with quality

Politics