Cost Of Living General Issues
Price of stamps to increase by more than 30% in AprilUK consumers are set to pay more for postage after Ofcom announced it will remove the cap on the price of first class stamps. |
The cost of raising a child reaches £218,000Parents are having to spend more money on raising a child than their counterparts did just nine years ago, LV= has found. |
How to survive January's cashflow nightmareJanuary is traditionally a tough month financially after the expense of Christmas and the New Year. Our guide provides top tips to get through the month and reduce debt. |
Aberdeen has highest proportion of disposable income in UKHouseholders in Aberdeen enjoyed a larger rise in disposable household income between 2004 and 2009 than anywhere else, a study has shown. |
Halifax says there is a 7% premium for UK city homesThe Halifax Cities Review reveals that city homebuyers pay seven per cent more for property than for homes in the same county outside of the city. |
Tesco starts supermarket price war with £500m cuts initiativeTesco has announced a £500m investment in cutting prices that will end double Clubcard points and reduce multi-buy bargains but see reduced prices on essentials. |
FAO food index: World food prices still close to record highThe latest food price index from the UN Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO) reveals that world food prices remain near to record levels amid concerns over grain supplies. |
Consumer confidence falls to recession alert levelsThe latest Gfk NOP consumer confidence survey reveals the overall index has fallen to -31, a level reached on only three other occasions, two of them forming a prelude to a recession. |
Cost of living for students rises by £42 in 12 monthsNew research reveals that the cost of living for a student has increased by £42 in just 12 months and that does not take into account the changes to tuition fees that will take effect shortly. |
Npower to raise fuel prices from OctoberNpower have become the fifth of the six big energy companies operating in the UK market to raise their prices. The cost of gas will increase by 15.7 per cent and the cost of electricity is to go up by 7.2 per cent. |
Brits combat rising food costs and inflation by growing own vegHSBC research has shown a third of Britons are growing their own food to combat rising grocery bills and inflation. |
Food prices to double by 2030 warns OxfamNew research from Oxfam suggests the global food system is in crisis and that the cost of many staples will double in the next 20 years. |
One third of Brits expect interest rates to rise this summerResearch from Lloyds TSB shows that most people in the UK expect to see base rate rise this year, but views are varied as to when it will happen and by how much interest rates will rise in 2011. |
Is there any point in pet insurance?Pet insurance can seem like an expense that can be avoided as we try and keep our outgoings to a minimum, but if you have pets and want to cover yourself against the costs that owning a pet can entail, is pet insurance worth it? |
Budget leaves Britons wary over their personal financesFour in ten Brits admit to being concerned about their finances in the wake of the latest Budget. |
Use this petrol price widget to check the cost of fuelPowered by Confused.com this petrol price widget allows you to find out exactly how much you are paying for fuel by customising it to your own vehicle and driving habits. |
Inflation for February reaches 4.4%Shock figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal that inflation went up higher than expected in February from 4% to 4.4%. The level of public sector borrowing also went up by more than expected. |
Petrol prices reach £6 a gallonThe cost of petrol has reached £6 a gallon for the first time in the UK according to the AA. |
How to recoup the VAT riseWith the increase in VAT adding to a big list of financial pressures for UK households, follow our guide to find out the best alternatives to negate the extra VAT costs. |
Spending on leisure pursuits fallsIn the last six months spending on leisure activities in the UK has fallen dramatically, especially from people aged 25-54, according to consultancy firm Zolfo Cooper. |
Cut your energy bills in 2011Energy costs are predicted to rise over the next few years. Find out what practical steps you can take to keep your energy costs low this winter and in the future. |
Your month by month guide to saving money in 2011Follow out monthly financial calendar that details savings that can be made throughout 2011 to make this the year you take control of your finances. |
Inflation increases but will interest rate rises follow?Inflation increased to 3.7 per cent in December raising fears that a rise in interest rates could happen sooner in 2011 than expected. |
Fuel-saving tips 'could help drivers save £1,000'The AA has offered a number of fuel-saving tips that could help car owners to trim £1,000 off their family petrol bills. |
Mobile networks 'using VAT to push prices up 150%'Mobile operators in the UK are using the recent VAT increase to hike prices by as much as 150 per cent in some cases. |
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