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Economy
14:21, 18 JUN 2026
Bank of England holds its base rate at 3.75% as 'rate cuts are off the table until winter'
Economy
Inflation remained at 2.8% in the year to May
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Working mums warned they're £15,892 out-of-pocket during maternity leave
Economy
Costs of bare essentials have increased by between 28.6 and 118.1 per cent over the last decade
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Could a 'side hustle' actually push you into a higher tax bracket?
Economy
More Brits are looking to start side hustles as the cost of living continues to clamp down on their monthly costs.
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Households may be eligible for £30,000 grants to improve living conditions
Cost Of Living
The grant will help with energy-improvments
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'Horrifying' number of people taken to court over unpaid council tax debt in the West Midlands
Midlands News
The figures were slammed as "horrifying"
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Homeowners issued five-day warning ahead of major Bank of England decision
Economy
The Bank of England is set to announce the next interest rate
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UK car dealership collapses into liquidation just six years after launch
Money
A liquidator was appointed earlier this week
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Argos customers issued scam warning after criminals gain access to accounts
Economy
Criminals are posing as the retailer
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What are the warning signs of an investment scam?
Money
There are four easy to spot red flags people need to watch out for
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Am I paying too much for my insurance?
Economy
Car, travel, home, and life insurances depend on numerous factors
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Are premium bonds still worth it - how they work and what is the likelihood of winning
Money
The prize rate dropped back in April
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How can I start investing with only £100 and what is a Stocks and Shares ISA
Economy
The government wants more people to open a Stocks and Shares ISA
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Should I keep investing after I retire?
Economy
Lifelong investments can have significant advantages, even after retirement
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Is lifestyle inflation hurting my finances?
Economy
There are ways to cut back on costs without losing your social life
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What money lessons do people wish they'd learned earlier?
Economy
Thousands of Brits lack the financial confidence to grow their money
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What should I do with an inheritance?
Economy
Inheritance tax rules are changing next year
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How can I prepare financially for a recession?
Economy
Recent economic projections could point towards a looming recession
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What are the biggest retirement mistakes people make?
Money
There are a series of common mistakes people make
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How can I reduce my monthly bills without cutting essentials?
Cost Of Living
Certain habits could be costing you more each month than you realise
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What is the best way to save for a first home?
Housing
The average UK adult has £13,200 in savings – just over a fifth of the average first-time buyer deposit of £61,900.
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Should I fix my mortgage rate or stay on a variable deal?
Economy
Fixed-rate and variable mortgages key benefits and drawbacks explained below
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How can I improve my credit score quickly?
Economy
Registering to vote, paying bills on time, and keeping credit utilisation are just some ways to boost it
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How much cash should I keep in savings right now?
Economy
There are certain savings targets most experts recommend
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What happens if I run out of money in retirement?
Economy
There are options available depending on your circumstances
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