Finance

Recent figures released by the department published in August showed that 6.1million people now claim Universal Credit, this is now larger than the peak of six million saw in March 2021

Tesco has become the latest supermarket chain to start rolling out clear milk tops, instead of the traditional green, red and blue, to help its shoppers recycle

OVO is expanding its Power Move scheme so it will be available nationwide, with customers able to earn £10 a month for reducing their energy consumption between 4pm and 7pm

The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has urged the Government to amend licensing laws following the pub industry's frustration with restrictions on when alcoholic beverages can be served

After being told she'd never get a mortgage as a single earner, Isobel Perl decided to convert a barn next to her parents' home. She says it'll be worth £450,000 when it's done

Currently, some three to four year olds are eligible for up to 30 hours of free childcare per week over 38 weeks of the year if their parents work and meet certain conditions

Fake websites appear to be taking advantage of Wilko going under by pretending to sell massively discounted goods under the Wilko name - administrators at PwC have issued a warning

The DWP has recently published guidance to help people who may be considering moving over to Universal Credit which included four checks people should make before making a decision

The average FTSE 100 chief executive netted £3.91million in 2022 which was the highest in five years after jumping from £3.41million in 2021, according to think tank the High Pay Centre

Lisa Maynard-Atem wasn't quite ready to part ways with some of her amazing dresses so decided to rent them out - and was inundated by eco-conscious online shoppers

McDonald's fans have been left fuming as they realise a popular sweet treat has already been axed from the menu - despite being told it would stay until September

WASPI claim 250,000 women have now died whilst campaigning for compensation for DWP failings

McDonald's Monopoly promotion has officially returned, along with their menu shake-up which drops at 11am on September 6. There's a whole host of prizes up for grabs - including £100,000 in cash and free TUI holidays

The DWP is introducing a new automated 'Conversational Platform' in late September for people who are calling about a new or existing Universal Credit benefit claim

From today, Tesco's period pants products, which are absorbent underwear designed to be worn as an alternative to tampons and sanitary towels, will be 20% cheaper

A mum has been praised online for sharing the savvy hack that allows her to save over £46 on snacks every time she takes her family to the cinema - but some aren't convinced

In 2018, a redress scheme was set up by the Government after it found people have been overcharged by the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) when setting up a "power of attorney"

Sainsbury's is bringing back its “Great Fruit and Veg Challenge” this Wednesday, which gives shoppers the chance to earn extra Nectar points when they complete tasks in the Nectar app

Financial support is available to couples who split that many may not even be aware of - here the Mirror explains what benefits you might be able to claim and how to find out if you are eligible

Help is available if you’re pregnant and worried about your finances - from free NHS prescriptions and dental care, to supermarket vouchers, we round up all the support

The firm has made the drastic move as part of plans to reduce their shops across the brand from 2,200 to 19,00

There are some driving rules that many motorists are unaware of and if you break them you could end up with a very big fine

You need to be aware of your rights if you a visited by a bailiff so Scott Nelson, the founder of the debt advice website MoneyNerd.com has explained to the Mirror everything you need to know

As Wilko continues to battle administration, Martyn James talks us through your rights if a firm goes bust including what you can do with your gift cards and vouchers to where you stand on refunds and returns

Malcolm Cupis said he learned of the rule at Tesco petrol pumps the hard way when he went to use a garage in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, but the supermarket doubled down on the policy