Personal Finance NewsAs summer fast approaches, new research from American Express shows the impact that summer, and good weather, will have on Brits’ dining habits, boosting the hospitality industry. Good weather plays a big part in Brits’ dining decisions. 30% of UK adults say they spend more on food and drink at restaurants, cafés, bars and pubs […]
New research has warned that car insurance policies cost £369 more for those caught holding and using their phone while driving. The study says that the median insurance price for those with no motoring offences on their policy was £625 in 2023, however, this jumps to £994 for those issued with a penalty for using […]
The experts at Go.Compare mobile are urging those planning a holiday abroad this year to check their provider’s data roaming policy before they travel, to avoid being caught out and left with a hefty bill. Since the UK left the EU there has been a change in the regulation, meaning some mobile networks have reintroduced roaming fees […]
12 COMMON HIRE CAR PITFALLS IN 2024 – HOW TO AVOID THEM & SAVE MONEY iCarhireinsurance.com, a leading supplier of car hire excess insurance, has compiled a checklist to save money and avoid car hire pitfalls in 2024: 1. Book Early But Look for Last Minute Deals – Book early to […]
New research has calculated that drivers in England and Wales spend at least £84.4 million on speeding fines every year. This highlights that the nation’s motorists are losing a fortune due to reckless driving, which could be avoided by being more cautious on the roads.[1] This estimate is based on the minimum speeding penalty of […]
ecent research by Hodge reveals the dream of getting married can come with a hefty price tag, reaching more than £20,000. Hodge dived into the averages of how much each part of a wedding costs, revealing that food and the honeymoon were the two most expensive parts. Average cost of getting married Item Average cost Food £6,000 […]
Understanding stamp duty, also known as Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), is crucial when budgeting for your house purchase. This tax applies to most property purchases in England and Northern Ireland (different rules apply in Scotland and Wales), and it can be a significant cost on top of the purchase price. It applies to purchase […]
Looking to increase profitability for your bar or pub? Amid the cost-of-living crisis, predicting demand can feel almost impossible. Whether you run a gourmet gastropub or an independent tapas bar, it’s worth knowing about some of the most effective ways to guarantee a consistent revenue stream. We’ve outlined five of our top picks below. Spot […]
What is the gender pay gap? A regular feature in the news, the gender pay gap is the average difference in wages for working men and women. In most scenarios, women are found to be paid less per hour than men. Since 2017, companies with more than 250 employees have been legally obligated to report […]
