All news by author: Ruby Flanagan

Some Brits use this as a deterrent for burglars and this simple sign could actually be a detriment rather than a benefit warns insurance firm LV

The new benefit payment is called Carer Support Payment and will be administered and managed by Social Security Scotland - which is the Scottish equivalent of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

According to the financial information website Moneyfacts.com, as of today the average two-year fixed rate mortgage is sat at 5.83% - down from the average of 5.87% yesterday

In one month's time, on February 5, Amazon will be introducing adverts that will be shown to users who are watching films, and TV shows on Prime Video - but there is a way of removing them

NatWest's Sir Howard Davies, was asked by BBC Radio 4's Today programme when it would be easier for people in the UK to get on the property ladder and in response he said: "I don't think it is that difficult"

Revolution Group, which also owns Revolucion de Cuba, Peach Pubs, and Playhouse, will be closing eight of its bars in a bid to "reduce future site losses"

According to an analysis of 21 million homes from Plumbnation, a majority of homes were found to only meet insulation standards from the 1970s - and this outdated insulation is a silent culprit behind high energy bills

The new labels are part of sweeping reforms to support British farmers with environmental secretary Steve Barclay set to announce the plans at the Oxford Farming Conference today

Almost four million women have lost up to six years of their state pension due to DWP changes, but an Ombudsman investigation will soon be published and it could bring compensation payouts

The scam text currently making the rounds says the receiver is due a tax refund worth £276.74 from the 2020-21 tax year. The message then provides a link that encourages the text receiver to click

On Wednesday evening, Martin Lewis took to social media to clear up the confusion on the new HMRC rules, explain what has changed, and how it will affect users of these platforms

HSBC says its new deals will be introduced on Thursday and will include a two-year fixed remortgage deal for 4.49% and a five-year deal for 3.94% - the lowest rates the UK has seen since June last year

The next cost of living payment is worth £299 and is the final of three totalling £900 which have been paid by the Government over the last year - the first two payments were £300 and £301 and were paid in spring and autumn 2023

Those eligible for the help can claim the vouchers from 10am today (January 3). However, you will need to be quick as there is a limited amount of vouchers available and once they are gone the application process will close

The new Child Benefit claims process can be done entirely online through the Government's website and takes around 10 minutes - with payments potentially made in as little as three days

The vegan steak bake was sadly removed from the Greggs menu two years ago and fans have taken to social media pleading for its return ever since

The five minute task is filling out an "expression of wishes form" for their pension pot, this allows you to choose who you want your pension pot to go to if you die before you retire

With more lenders cutting rates, mortgage broker Ranald Mitchell, of Charwin Private Clients, said the “unprecedented rate war is well underway” noting that “seismic moves” were to be expected in the coming months

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt confirmed in the Autumn Statement last year that benefit payments would rise by 6.7% in April 2024 - so what date will they rise?

According to the Morrisons, around 200 products will be cut by an average of 20% and this includes cupboard essentials and breakfast options, as well as fresh produce with hundreds more frozen at their current price

The pilot WorkWell scheme - which involves work coaches, physiotherapy and mental health treatment - will be launched in 15 areas this year, with the hope to expand them nationally in 2025

Next year millions are set for another rise to day to day household bills - the Mirror has rounded up all the bills which are all set to see a rise and how much they could rise by

Southend Council provided vouchers for struggling families in June of last year and will be issuing them again in January 2024 - so if you are eligible you will be contacted about the support this month

It is important to remember there isn’t a total cap on what you can pay for energy as Ofgem's price cap sets a limit on how much you can be charged per unit - so if you use more energy your energy bill will be more expensive

In the UK, you can earn £1,000 in additional income each tax year alongside your regular job. If you make more than this, then you will need to register yourself as self-employed and pay tax on these earnings