Ruth's top tips for saving money Go through your bills and cut everything that is not essential (gym membership, magazine subscriptions, TV, and music subscriptions). This is not forever – just until you are debt-free On bills you can’t cut, call your provider and negotiate. Don’t be afraid to leave. There is so much choice out there. Shop at budget supermarkets such as Aldi or Lidl and buy own-brand food. Create a meal plan. Make a shopping list from your plan, take that list shopping with you and stick to it! Try to increase your income – take on a part-time job or increase your hours at your current job. Think about taking on a side-hustle such as completing surveys online. Make a budget! This needn’t be difficult – money coming in and money going out. You need to know where your money is going. Shop at charity shops for clothing. I’ve found some great bargains recently. Switch to a SIM-only deal for your mobile. When my contract … [Read more...] about Mum pays off £21,000 debt in just eight months – her top tips on how you can too
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Home Office blames ‘housekeeping process’ for deleting 400,000 fingerprint, DNA and arrest records from police database
Home Office officials are working to establish the impact of the error, which will likely take several days, while senior police and officials have held ‘gold group’ crisis meetings. … [Read more...] about Home Office blames ‘housekeeping process’ for deleting 400,000 fingerprint, DNA and arrest records from police database
Prisoners attacked by fellow inmates pocketed £645k in compensation last year
A Ministry of Justice spokesperson said: “We successfully defend two thirds of these claims and only settle where it’s likely to save money for the taxpayer – even then we always seek to make sure debts to victims and the courts are paid before the offender sees a penny.” … [Read more...] about Prisoners attacked by fellow inmates pocketed £645k in compensation last year
Four pals who drove 68 miles to McDonald’s for late night meal fined £800 for breaking Covid lockdown
Work: If you have to go to work as you really can't work from home, this will be allowed. Key workers such as those who work for the police, or NHS, will be permitted to do so School: only for the kids of key workers or vulnerable pupils Exercise: Boris will continue to allow unlimited exercise outdoors. That means people can carry on going for walks, runs and other forms of exercise outdoors if they wish. You can do that with your household, support bubble or on your own with one person from another household Food, drink & supplies: People will still be allowed out to collect food and drink - such as at the supermarket, or take-aways Medical appointments: Everyone will be urged to continue to attend hospital and doctor appointments if they need to To escape injury or harm; those at risk of harm are allowed to leave their current home and move elsewhere To provide care for vulnerable people, or as a volunteer: people will still be allowed to travel to care for people who need it, … [Read more...] about Four pals who drove 68 miles to McDonald’s for late night meal fined £800 for breaking Covid lockdown
German hairdressers criticize footballers over lockdown haircuts
The clubs insist that they regularly remind their players of the importance of adhering to the Bundesliga's strict hygiene concept, which has thus far avoided the sort of situation seen in England's Premier League, where several matches have already been postponed due to rising coronavirus cases. … [Read more...] about German hairdressers criticize footballers over lockdown haircuts