A significant number of Britons may be unknowingly linked to an estate worth thousands – or even millions of pounds. The Government’s unclaimed estates list has recently been updated, revealing hundreds of names that could be owed an inheritance. Gary Hemming from ABC Finance said: “The data reveals a fascinating landscape of forgotten fortunes. “The revelation […]
A state pensioner in her 80s has had to majorly cut back as she struggles to make ends meet. Sheila Cornell, from Lincolnshire, uses a small electric heater to keep warm during the winter and grows her own vegetables to save money. She lives on the full basic state pension of £156.20 a week plus Pension […]
British Gas customers who incorrectly claim their smart meter is faulty may be left footing a £175 penalty charge. If an engineer is called out due to concerns that bills may be wrong, a fee may be charged if no faults are found. If faults are found, the meter will be replaced for free. Lady […]
Social workers are reporting “Dickensian” conditions as some families choose between heating and eating, according to a union survey. Professionals in the sector are “all too often” reporting that people they are trying to support are “living in substandard and dangerous housing”, the Social Workers Union (SWU) said. In a snapshot of the experiences of […]
Why travel abroad when you can experience some of the most iconic spots in Hollywood history on your own doorstep? The UK is a great place to take a trip. And if you’re a fan of the best of British television like Downton Abbey or The Crown, there’s several towns you should visit. Xavier Collins, […]
Many say the triple lock has been too successful, and the government can no longer afford it as it costs the country billions. Yet in practice, it hasn’t gone far enough to help the poorest pensioners, as new research shows their net income has risen by just £1 a week after costs since the mechanism […]
Falling food price inflation has encouraged shoppers to spend more at the tills of supermarkets, which saw their sales rise 5.4 percent last month according to data from NIQ. The market research group says that shoppers spent £20.10 on average per trip during the four weeks to March 23, versus £19.50 for the same period […]
Major high street banks will be closing 48 branches this month as customers move to online services. Throughout April Halifax plans to close 14 branches, Lloyds will close 12 sites, the Bank of Scotland will close one location and Barclays will close a staggering 21 branches. Research from Which? found that nearly 6,000 bank and […]
A survey has found that nearly two-thirds of tenants are worried about being kicked out now that a ban by the Scottish Government has ended. The poll, conducted by tenants’ union Living Rent between December and March, revealed that 62 percent of 903 private renters questioned were concerned about losing their homes. In response to […]
Hip hosiery designs and flawless service make an ideal fit for customers and why huge online store UK Tights has become a global brand championing all shapes and sizes and attracting growing numbers of male devotees. Crotchless tights have become recent best sellers while shiny flame red head-turners are the latest big hit for wife […]
