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- The Guardian view on energy costs: vulnerable households need help with their bills | Editorial
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Soaring prices are plunging struggling families into debt. The government must support them in the short term as it invests in a clean energy futureFuelled by the consequences of D
- Winter energy prices expected to rise to three-year high
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Millions of households will be affected by an increase in the energy price cap by regulator Ofgem.
- What has Burnham promised since he became PM, and when will it happen?
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From cutting household bills to moving power out of Westminster, how will the measures announced unfold?Andy Burnham has floated a number of policies, ideas and ambitions for his g
- North West property market remains resilient as homes take longer to sell across Britain
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Half of local housing markets across Great Britain are taking longer to secure buyers than a year ago, but Zoopla data shows the North West continues to outperform many parts of th
- Best student bank accounts for 2026 as experts say look beyond the freebies
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Cash bonuses, free food and railcards can make student accounts attractive, but experts say the size and terms of an interest-free overdraft could prove considerably more valuable
- Burnham urged to protect 4 million gig economy workers
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Campaigners are calling for action to safeguard gig economy workers' rights, including sick pay and protection against unfair dismissal.
- UK Faces Renewed Cost of Living Squeeze as Energy Bills Rise
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Official figures are expected to show UK inflation rising to 2.9% in July, driven by increased energy costs linked to the ongoing Iran conflict.
- UK House Prices Flat in July as North West Records 2.1% Annual Growth
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Higher mortgage rates are continuing to constrain buyers, although property values in the North West are still rising faster than the UK average.
- Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% for fifth consecutive meeting
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The Bank of England has kept its base interest rate at 3.75%, with policymakers citing persistent inflation and global uncertainty as reasons for maintaining borrowing costs at the
- UK inflation falls to 2.6% in June, benefiting Andy Burnham's plans
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UK inflation decreased to 2.6% in June, a drop that supports Prime Minister Andy Burnham's commitment to reducing living costs.
- Cheshire homeowner wins £7,603 council tax refund after successful rebanding challenge
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A Cheshire homeowner reclaimed more than £7,600 after successfully challenging the council tax band on their property, with the case prompting officials to suggest neighbouring hom
- Glasgow tops the list of UK cities for first-time buyers
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According to the Tembo First Time Buyer Index for Q2 2026, Glasgow is the most favourable city for first-time buyers, followed by Liverpool and Belfast.
- Metro Bank Introduces 100% Mortgages for First-Time Buyers
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Metro Bank has launched a new mortgage product allowing eligible first-time buyers to borrow up to 100% of a property's value with a family member as a joint borrower.
- South East Water to pay £30.5m penalty after multiple supply failures
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The package follows three separate investigations into the company’s performance, with customers set to benefit through lower bills and investment.
- Coffee Prices Surge Amid Inflationary Pressures
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Coffee prices continue to climb as poor harvests, rising business costs and global supply pressures push up the cost of everything from supermarket beans to café flat whites.
- Ryanair has axed its family seating policy – but kids’ fees still add up
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Ryanair has removed its family seating charge for children under 12, but parents could still face significant extra costs when travelling with infants and adding baggage or other e
- Could Andy Burnham scrap stamp duty?
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Andy Burnham has previously backed reform of stamp duty and council tax, but no changes have been confirmed. Here’s what has been proposed and what it could mean for homeowners.
- Interest rates may need to rise this year, says Bank of England economist
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Bank of England chief economist Huw Pill has warned that interest rates may need to rise again to deal with inflationary pressures.
- ‘Tracker mortgages are back’ – but is one the right choice for you?
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The uncertain interest rate outlook is making tracker deals popular again. We look at the pros and cons of both types of loanWith some experts warning that we may have to brace our
- Labour to expand youth work experience and training schemes
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Announcement comes after former minister Alan Milburn says Britain has neglected a generation of young peopleMinisters are expanding youth work experience and training schemes, aft
- Renting has its downsides, but I’ve decided to stop waiting and start living – plants, garden furniture and all | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
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Yes, I could worry about all the money I’ve ‘thrown away’ but, like my fellow renter the Princess of Wales, I’m digging inIt was cheering to read that William and Kate’s new lease
- UK drivers struggle to get insurance for Chinese EVs such as Jaecoo
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Firms do not offer cover for some models, or charge more than for equivalent petrol cars, research finds‘Temu Range Rover’: what the Jaecoo 7 says about China’s electric car ascend
- UK’s largest housebuilder to buy less land in blow to Labour’s homes target
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Barratt Redrow blames effects of Iran war and expected impact on mortgages and costs for further reductionGovernment’s 1.5m housebuilding target is suffering subsidenceBritain’s la
- UK food inflation ‘could hit 9%’, trade body warns as Reeves meets retail chiefs
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Discussion on how to ease impact from Iran war coincides with Food and Drink Federation almost tripling forecastFood inflation could hit 9% in the UK this year even if the strait o
- UK savers told to act now before Easter Sunday cash Isa deadline
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Interest rates as high as 4.45% and a steep cut in next year’s allowance fuel forecast of last-minute rush Savers who want to make the most of this year’s cash Isa allowance are be
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