thinkmoney logo

The Blog.

We’re here to make money matters simple. From rent and mortgages to bills and benefits, find advice that works for you.

Categories:

Bills & Payments
Competitions
Budgeting
Money Saving Tips
Banking Information
Financial Guidance
General Finance
Life at thinkmoney
Insurance
COVID-19
Financial Crime
thinkmoney News
World Environment Day
Topical
Press Release
Cost of living
Benefits
Great British Summer Savings is live today: who is taking part and how much can you save?

Great British Summer Savings is live today: who is taking part and how much can you save?

The Great British Summer Savings VAT cut goes live on 25 June 2026. McDonald's, Butlin's, Vue, Wetherspoons and more are taking part. Here's how to make the most of it.

Read more
Tagged in:
Cost of livingBenefits
The best World Cup freebies including football sessions, Lego, Burger King, coffee, drinks and more

The best World Cup freebies including football sessions, Lego, Burger King, coffee, drinks and more

The World Cup 2026 is officially underway, bringing drama, excitement and plenty of freebies for UK football fans. To help you make the most of the tournament, we’ve rounded up the best World Cup 2026 freebies in the UK, including free drinks, kids’ football sessions, Lego giveaways and food deals.

Read more
Tagged in:
Cost of living
Aldi, Lidl and Tesco launch cheap school uniform deals -  why you shouldn't wait until September to buy

Aldi, Lidl and Tesco launch cheap school uniform deals - why you shouldn't wait until September to buy

Supermarkets including Aldi, Lidl and Tesco have launched cheap school uniform deals, as well as retailers including Matalan. We take a look at what's on offer - but don't hang around as the best priced items will be flying off the shelves.

Read more
Tagged in:
Cost of living
Savers face 22% charge on cash under new ISA rules

Savers face 22% charge on cash under new ISA rules

New Isa rules are taking effect in 2027 and it's been revealed that savers could be hit with a 22% charge on cash. We explain the cash ISA and stocks and shares changes.

Read more
Tagged in:
Cost of living
DWP to issue driving bans for benefit debts under new rules as warning letters hit doorsteps today

DWP to issue driving bans for benefit debts under new rules as warning letters hit doorsteps today

People who owe money to the Department for Work and Pensions face new penalties including driving bans. Updated letters are landing from today urging debtors to get in touch and arrange repayment.

Read more
Tagged in:
Benefits
Can you refuse to work during the UK heatwave? From schools to trains, all your hot weather questions answered

Can you refuse to work during the UK heatwave? From schools to trains, all your hot weather questions answered

The UK’s heatwave has disrupted schools, workplaces and national transport across the country. But can you refuse to send children to school or work in a heatwave? And are you entitled to compensation if plans are melted by the hot weather?

Read more
Tagged in:
BudgetingCost of living