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Energy bills, shopping prices, housing costs, household budgets and the everyday pressures affecting UK homes.
The EU’s top court has upheld a major penalty against Google over Android agreements that regulators said restricted competition in search, browsers and mobile software.
With the energy price cap set to rise by 13% from 1 July, millions of households without smart meters risk being charged higher rates for June’s energy use. Submitting accurate meter readings before the change can help avoid unnecessary extra costs.
New analysis finds over two million people in the UK may be borrowing from illegal lenders due to everyday financial pressures, highlighting concerns about access to safe, affordable credit.
New research shows that the cost of a “moderate” retirement lifestyle has risen by 63% since 2019, reaching £32,700 a year for individuals. With state pensions falling well short of these amounts, many will face a significant drop in income after leaving work. Understanding these figures can help households plan more realistically for retirement.
The Confederation of British Industry forecasts unemployment will grow to around two million in 2026 as inflation and global tensions weigh on the economy. Meanwhile, recruiters report an upcoming rise in hiring intentions, highlighting contrasting signals in the jobs market.
Labour faces mounting calls to go further on the cost of living, as consumer groups, anti poverty charities and housing bodies set out a sharper list of actions
Cornwall Insight forecasts a sharp rise in household energy costs from July, with the Ofgem price cap set to push a typical annual bill to about £1,850. The co
Selling a house involves more than just finding a buyer. Having the right documents ready can streamline the process, avoid delays, and potentially secure a better sale price. Here’s what homeowners in the UK should prepare before putting their property on the market.
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