Finance

The Bank of England has paused its base interest rate at 5.25% today - here we explain how the base rate affects your money - from mortgages to savings, and loans

The new openings are part of M&S' plan to open 20 "bigger and better" full-line and food hall stores this financial year - the retailer wants to up the number of its food-only M&S halls from 316 to 420

According to the latest official figures from July to September this year, HMRC processed 18,851 tax refund claims with the average tax overpayment being £3,252

A Primark shopper has told parents about a fantastic half-price deal that their kids can benefit from, meaning that they won't have to crank the heating on in their homes

The help is being provided through Dorset Council's Household Support fund and if you are eligible you will need to make an application through its website today

The DWP is trying to encourage more benefit claimants to address any health-related barriers to getting a job before they claim Universal Credit's £390 LCWRA payment

McDonald's first opened in California in the US in 1941, and the menu was a lot more stripped back than the one you see today - there were only nine items available on the menu

Gaddiel Nketia didn't tell his parents he had secretly switched university courses to what is considered a 'Mickey Mouse degree' - but it was one of the 'best decisions' he has ever made

The supermarket chain has confirmed customers can now find Your Nectar Prices - which are personalised discounts based on what you normally buy - on the Sainsbury’s website

Financial expert Martin Lewis is telling people to keep their eyes out for a letter from HMRC which could be worth thousands. He's explained what to look out for

With Ugg boots seemingly on everyone's feet again, one thing you don't want to happen while wearing them is a sudden downpour - but one woman has shared how to weatherproof the boot

The Payments Systems Regulator has revealed the performance of individual banks in tackling authorised push payment (APP) scams and how they treated those who fell victim in 2022

The payments are to help pensioners heat their homes during the cost of living crisis and the first payments will be made this week for those eligible

Go back to black with this sleek collection that sees prices slashed from today

The consumer group Which? has called on the telecoms regulator Ofcom to ban mid-contract price rises for mobile customers as Brits look set for another inflation-linked increase again next year

The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA), which represents the meat processing industry, has warned that festive treats could be off the menu due to strikes by Government vets in Northern Ireland

Vampire appliances are devices that, even in sleep or standby mode, continue to use energy for things like update and recording data - here are the worst offenders

The new series of the Martin Lewis Money Show began again last night on ITV. As we head into the winter months, the Money Saving Expert (MSE) founder opened the show sharing advice and guidance on all things energy

Damp in your home can be worrying, as it can lead to mould - which can cause a number of health issues. But there's another type of damp we should be looking out for in our homes, according to an expert

Parents have been left fuming after Aldi shoppers snapped up an abundance of wooden Cuthbert the Caterpillar toys from the budget supermarket and resold them on eBay for hundreds

Wetherspoon announced last year that it was to close 32 of its sites but reiterated that the move was a commercial decision" adding that it was a "misinterpretation" to suggest the move was down to difficult trading conditions

Premium Bonds are a savings product by National Savings & Investment (NS&I) but you don't get interest on your money - instead, you're entered into a monthly prize draw where you can win cash prizes

Martin Lewis ran through ways to prepare your home for winter during an episode of the Martin Lewis Money Show Live on ITV yesterday evening - read about his tips below

When less is more, these bags and cases could save you money

From the Autumn Statement to the next Ofgem price cap announcement, November is set to be a busy month for personal finance news and updates - here is what you need to know