The Latest Breaking News on Personal Finance

'I'm spending £20k on a new bathroom - but won't help my brother out with cash'

One man is frustrated by his brother's request for financial support as he was about to fork out on a new bathroom for his wife's tenth anniversary gift - others have sided with him

Daily Mirror · Feb 1, 2023

Martin Lewis urges people to claim 'massive' State Pension top-up just for looking after grandchildren

Grandparents who provided care, even if it was remotely during the pandemic, could increase their State Pension payments.

Daily Record · Feb 1, 2023

Benefit reforms have pushed many into part-time, low-paid jobs – IFS

Those encouraged to move into work often remain on meagre wages, paying little in tax and still receiving in-work benefits, the think tank found.

The Independent UK · Feb 1, 2023

All the major changes and DWP payments affecting your money in February

Many people's financial situations will likely be impacted by a series of changes throughout February

Manchester Evening News · Feb 1, 2023

UK benefit changes have pushed people into dead-end, low-paid jobs, says IFS

Tougher rules have boosted employment but jobs offer scant career progression and contribute little to tax revenue

The Guardian - UK · Feb 1, 2023

All London boroughs now ‘unaffordable’ for local salaries — here’s the pay increase you’d need to afford a home in your area

Even ‘affordable’ London areas are now beyond the reach of local buyers on average salaries.

Evening Standard · Feb 1, 2023

Huge Universal Credit shakeup affecting more than 120,000 people

People could see their Universal Credit payments reduced or removed if they don't follow certain rules

Liverpool Echo · Feb 1, 2023

Older people living in 25 countries may be due winter heating bill help of up to £600

New claims for the Winter Fuel Payment can be made until March 31, 2023.

Daily Record · Feb 1, 2023

Learning loss for disadvantaged pupils ‘greater’ than peers, says watchdog

Lost learning, if left unaddressed, may lead to “significant lost earnings” for those affected, the National Audit Office has warned.

The Independent UK · Feb 1, 2023

Martin Lewis says 800,000 people are missing out on extra cash

The Money Saving Expert founder was back on our screens on Tuesday night

Liverpool Echo · Jan 31, 2023