Almost half of households in Britain believe they are spending more on their food shop since the start of the lockdown, new research has revealed. Some 45 per cent say they are spending more with 14 per cent of that total stating they are spending a lot more, according to exclusive data from Which?. Are … Read more
Hard-pressed households set for lower bills as watchdog asks insurers to grant payment holidays and cut premiums Insurers asked to offer three month payment holidays from Monday next week They will also have to offer more suitable policies and waive fees attached Policyholders will have until the 18th of August to apply for a payment holiday … Read more
How ‘phantom power’ costs you £140 a year: Ten ways to cut your energy bills as usage soars during lockdown Energy bills are set to increase by an average of £32 a month Since lockdown began, the use of home appliances has increased significantly Background electricity use, or phantom load, could cost you up to … Read more
Furious Currys PC World customers have complained in their droves about the tech retailer, suggesting the firm is ignoring many of those who have had problems with orders. Hundreds of people who have bought items from Currys PC World have contacted This is Money about their experiences after we revealed the struggles many were having … Read more
Health is the number one priority for most at the moment, as the coronavirus pandemic creates a sharp focus on our mortality. Due to the ongoing pandemic, a number of private hospitals have been taken over by the NHS, to ensure that as many people as possible can get the treatment they need. Whilst this … Read more
The poor internet connection in Fiona Scott’s house has been the cause of many arguments since the lockdown began. Each day, the family of five must decide who gets priority as their broadband cannot cope with them all using it at once. The Scotts are not alone, they are just one of the many families … Read more
The thorny subject of tax will be at the forefront of Government policy for years to come once Britain’s lockdown restrictions are lifted and the pandemic subsides. Taxpayers will be left bearing the brunt of the economic fallout from Covid-19, which has seen mass pay cuts, job losses, furloughing and vast loans dished out to … Read more
Best energy deals to be found online only as households with contracts coming to an end are urged to switch By Amelia Murray For The Daily Mail Published: 22:00 BST, 5 May 2020 | Updated: 23:34 BST, 5 May 2020 Households with broadband and energy contracts coming to an end are being encouraged to switch … Read more
Currys PC World appears to have fallen victim to its own success in the last month – after seeing sales of gadgets and appliances surge online during the coronavirus-linked lockdown, the tech giant is now facing a huge pile of complaints. Angry customers have revealed their frustration with the company after having to wait up … Read more
The increasing amount of energy being used by households has been laid bare in new data, which suggests a bill shock could be around the corner thanks to laptop charging and Netflix binges. Homes have typically seen a surge in electricity and gas use which will result in bills 37 per cent higher than usual thanks … Read more