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More rights for renters and cutting soaring inflation hamstringing British households were among the big money changes unveiled in today's Queen's Speech. Other big changes include more rights for social housing tenants and plans to fast-track benefits for the terminally ill. However, there was no fresh help for people struggling with high bills, as energy costs could hit £3,000 a year per home. More than 2million adults in the UK have gone without food for a whole day over the past month because they cannot afford to eat , with 2.6million children also affected. Chief Executive of Child Poverty Action Group Alison Garnham said: "Government offered no short term comfort for parents struggling to feed their kids in the face of rocketing prices, and no long term vision for ending child poverty. "Ministers must respond now to the scale of the current living costs crisis by committing to an increase in benefits in line with inflation from October." … [Read more...] about Queen’s Speech: 7 changes that affect your money including more rights for renters

Daring heists are a staple of crime capers from The Ladykillers to Ocean's 11, but for celebrities in Cannes, these fictional felonies can become all too real. Last year British actress Jodie Turner-Smith had jewellery stolen from her suite during the annual festivities on the Riviera , and security specialists believe this year’s event will be a “bonanza” for criminals starved of opportunities during the Covid crisis. Stars in Cannes could be targeted by “fake cleaners” posing as staff to raid hotel rooms, according to close protection experts working the festival who have warned that actors face a host of threats which would not be out of place in a Hollywood heist film. John Moore, whose company Westminster Security is providing VIP protection in Cannes, fears internet pranksters will be poised to ambush celebrities, thieves posing as millionaires will “blag” access to luxury yachts, and that criminals could avoid being recognised with the help of Covid face masks Mr Moore … [Read more...] about Cannes guests warned of jewel thefts resembling ‘heist films’

Weddings are rarely cheap. The average cost for the big day plus the engagement ring was $33,900 in 2019, according to Statista. After a pandemic lull, costs are expected to rise again this year . This might explain why more and more engaged couples are asking their wedding guests for money rather than gifts—whether it's to help pay for the celebration or the honeymoon, or for their future life together. It's a tricky topic, though. Cash gifts are common in a number of cultures, but some people find the idea unromantic or even vulgar. One bride's "best friend" went viral on social media last month after recounting how she defied the couple's request for money, because she was so convinced they would love the "gorgeous gift" she had found. Although some Mumsnet users came to her defence, the vast majority disapproved of her decision to ignore her friend's wishes. Newsweek has asked two brides—one who had her wedding last month and another who is about to celebrate hers—why … [Read more...] about Brides on asking for money instead of wedding gifts

Workers who pause their pension contributions during the cost of living crisis risk losing out on thousands of pounds in later life, an investment firm has warned. Families are facing huge financial pressures due to rising bills, which means they might be tempted to put less toward their pension. It is compulsory for employers to enrol their staff into workplace pension schemes. The minimum contribution that has to go into your workplace pension each month is 8% - this is made up of a 5% contribution from your take-home pay, and 3% from your employer. You will be automatically enrolled into a workplace pension scheme if you’re aged between 22 and the state pension age, and earning at least £10,000 a year. However, even if you are eligible and are automatically enrolled, you can choose to opt out. Are you worried about saving for your pension? Let us know: [email protected] Read more How to prepare for retirement What happens to … [Read more...] about Millions of workers warned pension mistake could cost you £13,600 in retirement

WITH energy bills rising and households up and down the country feeling the pressure, many are looking for tips and tricks on how to save on their monthly bills. Luckily, the experts at AO.com are on hand with some of the answers, as they’ve revealed three easy ways in which people can alter their daily routines to help them save some much-needed money. On AO’s Instagram account, they recently shared a helpful video full of advice under the caption: “3 tips to cut down on energy part 2.” They then went through them in detail one by one, showing how a simple change in each room can actually end up going a long way. Lifting the lid on the first hack that can be done throughout the home, the experts said homeowners should “draught-proof windows and doors to keep in heat.” In the video, they suggest closing doors and windows where appropriate, including those you wouldn’t usually. Read More in Money Saving Tips CHEAP TALK I’m not poor but I … [Read more...] about Three quick and easy changes you can make to your daily routine which will slash your energy bills

We’re not going to join the ranks of patronising politicians telling you that the cost of living crisis is no big deal, and that you just need to cook meals at home or cut down on takeaway coffess. We know that’s simply not the case. Calling this is a crisis is no hyperbole – the rising costs of bills puts many in a perilous position, both financially and mentally – and we need those at the top to take action. But while we wait for change, the truth is that we’ll have to cut curb spending wherever we can. One place to focus? The big weekly food shop. Shopping savvier isn’t a magical fix that can replace governmental action, but it’s still a wise thing to do. With all this in mind, here are some tips for cutting down on costs when it comes to food. Make a plan Planning out your meals for a week is an excellent way to cut the costs of the weekly shop . It helps to ensure that you only buy what you need and aren’t tempted by other products. There are many … [Read more...] about Tricks to cut down the price of your food shop amid the cost of living crisis

With food costs rising and many of us feeling the pinch, a good place to look to save money is the weekly food bill. Although many families are cutting back on things, nutritious, healthy food needn’t be a sacrifice you have to make. Here are my top tips for grocery shopping on a budget and cutting the costs on this big expense from your monthly budget. Use apps to tackle food waste Around 7 million tonnes of food and drinks are wasted each year. That’s good quality food unnecessarily wasted – not great for our wallets or the planet. There are some fantastic apps these days that can help you find some delicious food at for free or much reduced. Olio connects you with millions of people who are giving away food and household items – help your neighbours and stop food waste. Too Good To Go tells you when restaurants and shops are ditching food for a fraction of the cost, just because it has not been sold on time. Grab a bag of goodies from Costa for just £3 or a … [Read more...] about 20 easy ways to cut your food bill by a third

A lorry driver has explained how she only needs to work six months of the year before taking the rest off due to her staggering salary. Ashlea, who is from Perth, Australia, is a fly-in fly-out (FIFO) worker in the mining industry. FIFO is a method of employing people in remote areas by flying them temporarily to the worksite instead of relocating them. Ashlea started off in her remote mine as a complete rookie with no experience, but explained on TikTok that she now gets paid $110,000 (£62,213) for only six months of work, reports The Irish Mirror . "After about three months, my rate went to $43.50 (£24.60) an hour," she explained. Ashlea only needs to work six months in the year ( Image: tiktok.com/@the_salty_pinup) She revealed her eye-watering salary in a TikTok video ( Image: tiktok.com/@the_salty_pinup) "For my first year as a greenie (a truck driver who is still learning), I would have taken about $94,000 (£53,164) [home] annually." "My … [Read more...] about Lorry driver only has to work six months a year thanks to eye-watering salary

With summer fast-approaching, social occasions on the up and prices for basic necessities are becoming more and more unmanageable – so it’s no surprise if all you can think about right now is your budget . Even seasoned budgeting veterans are likely to be rethinking their every move at the moment. With endless ways to save and spend, it can feel like navigating a minefield trying to work out the most practical way to budget – whether it’s monthly or weekly. We asked a budgeting expert to share the best way to go about setting your budget. This is what they had to say… Should you have a weekly or monthly budget? The annoying answer to the question of whether you should organise your finances by week or month is that it truly depends on how much disposable income you have left after your bills. ‘If you’ve got a decent amount of cash left over after your bills you can work on a monthly basis,’ says Jasmine Birtles, CEO of self-help money site MoneyMagpie . … [Read more...] about Should you budget weekly or monthly? An experts shares everything to know

James Butler, who has died aged 90, was a sculptor responsible for hundreds of bronze statues across Britain, Europe and Africa; his subjects ranged from Zambian freedom fighters to Richard III to Stan Cullis, former manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers. In 1969, Butler, then an art school graduate eking out a living making waxworks at Madame Tussauds, received a call. Would he like to make a monument to Jomo Kenyatta, Kenya’s first president and key figure in the country’s independence? The young artist – who had been recommended by the Royal Academy of Arts – readily accepted the challenge, flying out to Nairobi to observe the leader for more than a month. The composition was settled on their very first meeting, however, and the towering bronze, which shows the bearded and behatted Kenyatta seated, his hands resting on the cane he was never seen without, still stands in Nairobi today. Butler went on to make hundreds of statues, which he first moulded in clay over a metal … [Read more...] about James Butler, Madame Tussauds waxworker who ended up sculpting world leaders in bronze – obituary