Finance

Water companies will be paying out a net total of £70million to customers after falling short of performance targets the regulator Ofwat has confirmed today

Analysts at financial services giant Morgan Stanley predict the base rate - which influences the interest rates charged by banks and lenders - could eventually drop down to 4.25%

Millions of people have seen their energy bills fall after a drop in the price cap, but many will still need to try to reduce spending where they can - which is where this clothes-drying hack comes in handy

According to the Joseph Rowntree Foundation's (JRF) latest cost of living crisis tracker survey, nearly half of the two million households said they had to disconnect their fridge or freezer for the first time

Almost one in five (18%) people don’t believe the state pension will exist when they retire, according to Hargreaves Lansdown, while a further 26% are unsure

The crisp giant altered the taste of one its fans' favourite flavours to give it 'more punch' but it hasn't gone down well at all with some enthusiasts who dubbed the news 'terrible'

The money is being paid by the University of Manchester through their Cost of Living Support Fund which is providing grants from £250 up to £2,000

Keep amused on the go and well-connected in transit with these bargain buys as we approach Black Friday

Aldi says there will be around 2,000 free places available on the Christmas Dinner scheme this year

Recruitment scams are when fraudsters create fake job opportunities that trick applicants into revealing personal information or sending money

The handy item is a much cheaper way to get laundry dry without using the more expensive tumble dryer or central heating during the winter - and it will stop the damp smell too

The average time parents had to take off was almost four (3.81) days in the last 12 months, according to insurance firm MetLife UK - but half (50%) took up to a week off

As energy bills are still sky high, households want to know the most efficient way they could heat their home this year.

Christmas Day (December 25) is on a Monday this year, with Boxing Day (December 26) falling on the Tuesday - then we've got New Year's Day (January 1) on the following Monday

The DWP will be giving out its annual £10 Christmas Bonus again this year - here is everything you need to know about the cash

The high street has really taken a hit over the last few years, according to recent data 6,000 shops have closed down for good in Britain over the last five years

The changes would be introduced from 2025, according to the BBC, and could mean more people face benefit cuts if they don't follow the new rules

Motorists in some areas of Scotland will not be able to park their cars on the pavement from December 11, 2023 - those who do could face a fine of £100

The MoneySavingExpert.com (MSE) reader, known only as Kirsty, said she had no idea the Child Trust Funds even existed and shared her success story online after following tips from Martin Lewis

Christmas dinner can really rack up costs over the festive season so here are a handful of tips you can follow to help save money on your food shop this year

Martyn James rounds up your delivery rights ahead of the busy Christmas season - including what you can do if something goes wrong or arrives delayed

If you are a fan of scented candles then you know all too well that the habit can set you back quite a lot, but this dupe is said to smell 'just as good' as a more expensive alternative from the White Company

A chocolate manufacturer has sparked a storm of protest from shoppers after deciding to discontinue a highly popular treat, but there are still sources for fans to get their fix

The fed up woman revealed which shoes she recommended instead of the expensive ones that were getting ruined too quickly, although it may not be an option for everyone

If you have found yourself with impossible to remove stains on your air fryer, here is the hack for you: this cheap solution will leave your favourite counter top appliance absolutely gleaming