Martin Lewis calls on government to fix 'unfair benefit rule' as he makes plea to chancellor
Martin Lewis has called on the chancellor to fix an 'unfair' benefit rule that he says penalises single income families.
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UK inflation has increased unexpectedly and for the first time since February 2022
The rate of inflation has soared unexpectedly for the first time since February last year, according to the latest figures.
Martin Lewis says 'we need to get rid of it' as he gives verdict on energy bill standing charges
Martin Lewis has delivered his verdict on standing charges, stating "we need to get rid of it".
New law from today will see millions of people have hundreds of pounds extra a year
Millions of workers all across the country will have hundreds of pounds extra in their pockets following a major change today (January 6).
DWP benefit changes for 2024 that will affect your wallet
Benefit claimants will see a wide range of changes throughout 2024 that could affect their finances.
'Thousands of vulnerable residents will struggle to meet their most basic physical needs'
Local leaders have warned that 'thousands of vulnerable residents' in Greater Manchester will 'struggle to meet their most basic physical needs' because the government is withdrawing a 'vital safety net'. The Household Support Fund which has given local authorities across the country more than £2bn to help families facing financial hardship is expected to end on April 1, 2024.
UK workers are losing thousands of pounds due to growth stagnation
The UK’s productivity rate is half of that seen in other advanced economies and wages have subsequently flatlined, meaning that workers are losing an average of £10,700 a year.
Around 32,000 jobs to be created in £160m Greater Manchester 'Investment Zone'
Around 32,000 jobs are expected to be created in Greater Manchester as details of a £160m 'Investment Zone' have been announced. Public funding confirmed by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt in the autumn statement today (November 22) will be spent on the city-region's advanced manufacturing sector over the next 10 years, attract around £1.1bn of private sector investment to the city-region.