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Hosepipe ban rules explained: How to avoid a £1,000 fine and cut your water bill
Heatwaves and little rain in the UK in June and July means hosepipe bans are now in effect across parts of the country. Anyone who ignores the rules could face a fine of up to £1,000. At the same time, you could make savings on your bills. Here's what you need to know, including the rules, exemptions and your rights.
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Government air conditioning grants explained: Who can get up to £2,500 in free cash?
As another UK heatwave sends temperatures soaring, many people don't realise that the government now offers grants of up to £2,500 towards certain types of air conditioning. We explain the details and how to claim.
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Free breakfast clubs expand from September 2026 - is your school offering childcare worth £450?
Millions of families could save hundreds of pounds a year from September as thousands more schools begin offering free breakfast clubs creatingn95 hours of free childcare before the school day begins.
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Buy Now, Pay Later rules are changing in days – what it means for Klarna, Clearpay and other customers
People using Buy Now, Pay Later services such as Klarna and Clearpay will soon be going through affordability checks and have the right to complain to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Here's what's changing, who the new rules apply to and what to do if something goes wrong.
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Is Morrisons' free breakfast the best Kids Eat Free deal this summer holidays?
Families can get a free breakfast for children at Morrisons cafés throughout the summer holidays. Here's how the offer works, and how it compares with other supermarket Kids Eat Free deals.
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Virgin Media fined £28m – could you be owed compensation?
Virgin Media has been fined a record £28 million by Ofcom after the watchdog found millions of customers had too many obstacles when trying to cancel their contracts. Ofcom has now ordered Virgin Media to review complaints and make sure anyone entitled to compensation receives it.
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