With rising costs of living impacting households all over the UK, many people are looking for new ways to earn some free cash. Last week Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a support package worth £15 billion which will see people given hundreds of pounds in the coming months. Everyone in the country will get £400 to help with their energy bills following the news that the energy price cap could rise to £2,800 in October.
The new payments are the latest attempt to ease the financial concerns of millions of people being hit with rising living costs in recent months, including increases to supermarket costs, council tax, National Insurance and energy prices. However, charities have already warned thousands face being plunged into poverty unless more is done to help those most in need.
If you're looking for extra money, you could consider changing your bank as many banks offer free money when you switch. Money Saving Expert warns that to avail of the perks, you usually need to be a new customer, pass a credit check, and use the bank's official switching service. All accounts are available both as single and joint accounts.
