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Debt Free Advice Welcomes London Mayor's Free School Meals Initiative
London Mayor Sadiq Khan's announcement to provide free school meals to every primary school pupil in the capital for the 2023-2024 academic year has been welcomed by Debt Free Advice.
Food Costs Continue to Drive UK Inflation to 45-Year High
Food costs are driving inflation in the UK, with prices for items such as olive oil, sugar, and low-fat milk all experiencing surges. Grocery prices have risen by 16.7% in the year to January, making it challenging for retailers to keep costs down.
Council tax: Millions facing 5% increases from April
Three-quarters of English councils with social care duties plan to raise council tax by 5% on average from April. The increase is the maximum allowed without a local vote and would add £100 a year to bills for an average Band D property. The government urges councils to consider financial pressure on residents.
Save Money on Meals for Your Kids this February Half-Term
The February half-term break can be a financial burden for families trying to keep their kids entertained. However, several restaurants, supermarkets, and retailers across the UK have introduced freebies and discounts to help ease the pressure.
Love on a Budget: 5 Sweet and Simple Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is a special time to show love and affection to your significant other, but the cost of living crisis can make it feel like you have to break the bank. But fear not; love doesn't have to come with a high price tag! In this article, Matt Dronfield shares five sweet and simple ways to celebrate Valentine's Day on a budget.
Martin Lewis urges Chancellor to postpone 20% energy price guarantee hike
Debt Free Advice is joining Martin Lewis in urging Chancellor to keep the energy price guarantee (EPG) at a typical £2,500 a year rather than hiking it to £3,000 a year from 1 April 2023 as planned.
The Urgent Need for Fair Debt Collection Practices in the UK Energy Industry
British Gas is under investigation by Ofgem after an exposé by The Times revealed pre-payment meters were being fitted for debt without proper consideration for customers' wellbeing. Debt Free Advice's Alexander Pisolkar and Hazira Begum look at the urgent need for fair debt collection practices in the UK energy industry.
FCA Proposes Ban on Debt Packager Fees
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is taking a strong stand against debt packagers who receive referral fees from debt solution providers. In an effort to improve consumer outcomes and reduce mis-sold IVAs, the FCA has confirmed its intention to ban this current business model.
Mayor of London's Cost of Living Webinar with Martin Lewis
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, put London’s most urgent questions to MoneySavingExpert Martin Lewis at a one-off live event to help Londoners tackle the cost of living crisis where Debt Free Advice was on hand to provide on the spot advice and support to attendees with money worries.