Tesco expects £3.1bn profit after festive sales jump
Tesco reports a 3.3% rise in festive sales, boosting market share and forecasting £3.1bn profit. The supermarket also revives its nostalgic 'blue and white stripes' to signal value.
Tesco reports a 3.3% rise in festive sales, boosting market share and forecasting £3.1bn profit. The supermarket also revives its nostalgic 'blue and white stripes' to signal value.
New ONS data shows England's six lowest-earning neighbourhoods are all in Birmingham, with a £87k income gap to the richest area. Explore the figures and see where your area ranks.
The DWP is issuing automatic double payments of £50 to eligible households in 18 postcodes after temperatures stayed at 0°C or below for 14 consecutive days. Find out if you're affected.
A shocking report reveals 74% of eligible pensioner homeowners fail to claim benefits like Pension Credit, losing £1,339 a year. Experts urge a five-minute check to unlock vital income.
Tesco is reintroducing its nostalgic blue and white stripes, axed in 2012, to symbolise value. The move is part of a major campaign to keep 3,000 branded product prices low. Read more.
Wetherspoons' major January sale slashes prices on pints, food and low-alcohol drinks. Deals include 99p beer and £4.99 meals, but you must act before January 15.
Tesco launches Everyday Low Prices scheme, locking costs on over 3,000 favourites like Heinz Baked Beans, PG Tips, and Fairy Liquid. CEO Aswin Prasad says it's about value for loyal shoppers.
People receiving Universal Credit can access over £3,100 worth of support this month, including Council Tax reductions, energy bill help, and household funds. Discover what you could claim.
Portsmouth households on low incomes can apply for a free £200 payment to help with energy and water bills. Check eligibility and apply before the January 29, 2026 deadline.
Over 2.7 million more UK households are eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter. Find out if you qualify, which 28 energy firms are paying, and the crucial August 24 benefit date.
Attic Brew Co in Stirchley launches a scheme to support pubs and Dry January participants. Buy a low-alcohol Lucid ale in January, get a card for a free alcoholic pint in February at participating venues.
Low-income households can apply for £200+ payments via the extended Household Support Fund in 2026. Check eligibility and apply to your local council now.
Discover seven brilliant second-hand cars that combine low fuel consumption, minimal emissions, and driving pleasure. Save hundreds on running costs without sacrificing style or comfort.
Martin Lewis reveals how single people, low-income families, and benefit claimants could save over £1,000 a year by switching to a water meter or social tariff. Act now to cut your bills.
Nine million state pensioners are being urged to check bank statements for a key 6-digit code as Winter Fuel Payments are rolled out. Find out if you're eligible and what to look for.
The NHS has revised its stance on alcohol, stating no level is 'safe'. Learn the new 14-unit weekly limit and the serious long-term health risks, including cancer. Get tips to cut down.
Money-saving expert Martin Lewis explains how UK households can apply for a £200 grant via the Household Support Fund. Check your local council's criteria and act fast.
The government's Help to Save scheme is now permanent, with eligibility expanding from 2028. Up to 1.5 million more low-income households could get a 50% bonus on savings.
Amazon's bulk box of 32 PROPER lentil chips helps UK shoppers stick to health goals for under £10. Discover this popular, highly-rated snack option and other low-calorie picks.
Staffordshire households earning under £36,000 could qualify for free heating upgrades worth up to £30,000 this winter under the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme. Apply now to improve your home's energy efficiency.
A parliamentary petition urges HMRC to double the personal tax allowance for state pensioners to £25,140. With 10,000 signatures, it seeks to protect pensioners from rising tax bills as thresholds remain frozen.
Former NHS, care, Armed Forces and emergency service pensioners are urged to check eligibility for a Blue Light Card to combat rising winter costs. New research shows 83% are concerned about expenses.
Wetherspoons is launching a huge January sale across over 600 pubs, with prices starting from 99p on drinks and food deals. The sale runs from January 2nd to 15th. Discover the bargains.
A leading financial writer calls for the DWP to end the £10 Christmas Bonus for pensioners, calling it an unaffordable 'charade'. Read the full debate.
Millions of UK workers will see their pay rise from April 2026 as the National Living Wage increases. Full-time staff over 21 could gain around £975 annually. Discover the new rates and the debate.
Labour's new rule means pensioners with only state income won't pay tax from 2027, but critics warn of unfairness for those who saved. Discover the full impact.
A million pensioners may avoid income tax under a Labour plan, but ex-minister Steve Webb calls it 'unfair' to 2.5m already paying. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges state pensioners won't need to file Self-Assessment forms on retirement benefits for this Parliament, offering relief as pension values rise.
Aldi is permanently withdrawing its Click and Collect service from all UK stores by year's end to maintain its low-price promise. Find out what this means for shoppers.
UK household disposable income has plummeted to its lowest point since 2019, driven by a £6bn tax surge. Experts warn fiscal drag is eroding wage gains. Read the full analysis.