Thursday, June 25, 2026

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“Energy bills rise under new Ofgem price cap”

Energy bills are seeing a slight increase starting today with the implementation of the new Ofgem price cap. For households paying through direct debit, the typical annual energy bill will go up from £1,755 to £1,758. This price cap...

“Monzo’s 2026 Automated Savings Challenge Returns”

Monzo has reintroduced its fully automated savings challenge for the year 2026. The initiative involves starting on January 1 by saving just 1p, then gradually increasing the daily savings amount by 1p each day. By participating in the challenge...

“Outrage as Cadbury Shrinks Mini Eggs Bag, Price Unchanged”

Cadbury has recently reduced the size of its Mini Eggs bags from 80g to 74g while keeping the price unchanged, leading to complaints from customers. This practice, known as shrinkflation, involves decreasing product size while maintaining the price. Retail...

“Major Changes to Universal Credit in 2022: What You Need to Know”

Millions of Universal Credit claimants could be affected by significant changes set to take place next year. Universal Credit, managed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), is currently utilized by over eight million individuals in the UK. One...

“Lloyds Banking Group Ends Invoice Factoring Service”

Lloyds Banking Group will discontinue its invoice factoring service for small businesses by the end of the year, as reported. Invoice factoring involves a business selling its outstanding invoices to another company at a discounted value in exchange for...

“Money-Saving Challenges for 2026: Start Small, Save Big!”

If you've set a goal to save money in the new year, consider taking on one of these money-saving challenges for 2026. These challenges range from starting with just 1p on the first day to potentially saving nearly £7,000 by...

“Beware Retail Deceptions: Know Your Consumer Rights”

In this column, the discussion often centers on consumer rights related to shopping. However, numerous readers share their experiences weekly about retailers disregarding laws, evading communication, or neglecting refund requests. Following a previous column that triggered an influx of...

Financial Changes in 2026: Key Dates to Note

In 2026, significant financial changes are on the horizon, and it's crucial to mark your calendar with key dates outlined by Mirror. These changes span from alterations in inheritance tax to the removal of the two-child benefit cap. While...

“Beware Cyber Risks: Govt Urges Securing Smart Devices”

The government is cautioning households about the increased risk of cyberattacks during the post-Christmas period. With the addition of new 'smart' devices received as Christmas gifts, the potential vulnerabilities in home networks have heightened. These devices, ranging from smart...

“The Range Offers 50% Off Christmas Wrapping Supplies”

The Range is offering a 50% discount on Christmas wrapping paper and gift bags, making it a great opportunity for last-minute shoppers or those looking to stock up for next year. Online prices for gift bags start at just...

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