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Get all the latest news and expert advice on the money matters that matter to you. Rent, mortgages, bills, benefits and more.

cost of living

Millions of households could save as Government takes aim at subscription traps and ‘fake’ discounts

New measures will make it easier to cancel unwanted subscriptions and target misleading sale prices as ministers promise more help with the cost of living

money saver

McDonald's slashes Happy Meal prices for the summer holidays - here's how to get one for £2.99

Parents can pick up Happy Meals for less than £3 throughout the summer holidays, but you'll need to use the McDonald's app to claim the discount.

money saver

New free breakfast club launches for families over the summer holidays

The new Little Loungers Breakfast Club is offering free cereal and milk for children across England and Wales.

cost of living

4 in 10 people who cannot find £300 in an emergency earn more than the average wage

Money worries are no longer just hitting the lowest paid. Find out what help is available

energy

Millions on universal credit and pension credit urged to check one thing before August 23 or lose £150

Suppliers will check their records on Sunday, August 23 – and if your name isn't on the bill, you could miss out

School uniform help

The charity shops where parents could find FREE or cheap school uniform this summer

Plus where else to look or turn to for help

Energy news

The 10 hidden energy-saving hacks that could save you over £200 this winter (and most people don't know about them)

From a secret boiler setting to freebies your energy supplier could already be offering, these simple tips could help make your home cheaper to run before the colder weather arrives.

Image of a family on a theme park ride. 12 ways to have a cheaper summer holiday with the kids. Free bus travel, kids eat free deals and free days out — how to save money in the school summer holidays 2026

Summer money saver

13 ways to have a cheaper summer holiday with the kids

Free bus travel, kids eat free deals and free days out — how to save money in the school summer holidays 2026

Image of people queuing for a bus. Single bus fares capped at £2 from January 2027 - here's what it means for your money.. Bus fares capped at £2 as government promises more help with the cost of living

cost of living

Bus fares capped at £2 as government promises more help with the cost of living

Single bus fares capped at £2 from January 2027 - here's what it means for your money

Summer money saver

How to get a free National Trust family pass this summer

All the places to find free National Trust day out passes this summer

Image of a man sat in front on the TV with sport on - one his phone placing a bet. Gambling harm is being missed warns new report - the debt warning signs you shouldn’t ignore. A new report reveals millions of people could be experiencing gambling ha

debts

Gambling harm is being missed warns new report - the debt warning signs you shouldn’t ignore

A new report reveals millions of people could be experiencing gambling harm, with many only getting support when they reach crisis point. Here are seven signs gambling may be affecting your finances and what to do if you’re struggling.

Image of someone adjusting a radiator. Millions of households pay hundreds upfront to heat their homes - now the watchdog says they deserve better protection. Heating oil customers could benefit from better consumer protections under new CMA proposal

Energy news

Millions of households pay hundreds upfront to heat their homes - now the watchdog says they deserve better protection

Heating oil customers could benefit from better consumer protections under new CMA proposals. Find out what could change and where to get help if rising heating oil prices are putting pressure on your budget.

benefits

Hosepipe bans are spreading. Here's who's exempt and why

Millions of households are entitled to free extra support from their water company during the heatwave, and most don't know it. Here's what's on offer and how to get it.