Finance

The cost of a five-year fixed-term mortgage has fallen below 4% after inflation came in lower-than-expected at 3.9% for the 12 months to November

Unlike other high street retailers, B&M has been thriving over the last few years with the popular discount chain having opened several new stores throughout 2023 - with more coming next year

In April 2024, consultancy firm Cornwall Insight says annual energy bills could fall by 14% to £1,660 - this would be the lowest point in a little over two years

HMRC says seasonal staff and students on short-term contracts working in shops, hotels, Christmas markets, garden centres, restaurants and warehouses, are legally entitled to the same minimum wage rates as other permanent workers

Statutory sick pay is the basic minimum a worker should receive by law if you can't work due to illness - although many employers pay more than the statutory level

Some of the top ways they plan to cut down their budget include not sending Christmas cards, and not buying presents for anyone outside of the immediate family, a study found

The consumer group Which? has repeatedly criticised supermarket chains in their monthly price comparison releases over the last year over the number of own brand products stocked in their convenience stores

Under the new rules published by the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) this week, from October 7 2024 banks and building societies will need to reimburse victims of APP scams for the amount lost within five business days

Experts have weighed in on what temperature your living spaces and bedroom should be set at during the colder months - and warned against setting the thermostat too low this winter

The success story came from someone only known as Sara who had managed to recently claim the DWP's Bereaved Support Payment after their partner died 10 years ago

Inflation measures how prices have changed over time and the Office for National Statistics (ONS) releases new data every month to show how the rate has changed

There is around £1.7billion sitting in savings accounts, pensions and investments that has been ­forgotten about - and some of it could be yours

Mum-of-two Danielle had to make the heartbreaking decision to put the toys back when she realised she had no money in her account. She's been praised for candidly sharing the moment on social media, and wants to help other parents feel less alone

Asda's Christmas Saver Cashpot feature first launched in August and rewarded customers with a bonus for saving their Asda Rewards pounds to spend during the festive period

One disability benefit you can claim from the DWP is Attendance Allowance and this is paid to Brits over the state pension age who need help day-to-day due to their illness or disability

If you have an SD-only set-top box, then you’ll lose access to BBC channels unless you upgrade to a high definition (HD) ready set-top box by January 8

One thing you need to do when claiming Universal Credit or any other DWP benefit is to keep the DWP informed of your personal circumstances - this is because some changes could change your entitlement.

There are three bank holidays coming up - and if you’re due to receive a benefit payment on one these days, including the state pension, it is likely you’ll get paid early

To help with costs this Christmas, many supermarket chains have dramatically reduced the cost of food in stores to entice those who are shopping around for the best deal

Harris + Hoole, which is owned by Caffè Nero, will pull the shutters down on seven more branches in May 2024 after a contract between the coffee chain and Tesco came to an end

It's the most expensive meal of the year but there are ways to save money on your Christmas dinner and eat like a king for less

The DWP says meople receiving financial help from the government could get up to 30 additional benefits to help them save money across the entire year.

Jobcentres across the country will close on Christmas Day (Monday, December 25) and Boxing Day (Tuesday, December 26) as these are classed as bank holidays

The average cost of cover for young drivers has risen by £658 year-on-year, with car insurance for young drivers now costing £1,929 typically, compared to £1,271 in 2022

Tesco customers will be able to get their hands on the free root veg from December 20, while Morrisons shoppers can take advantage from December 22 - each will run the scheme until December 24