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'Fat Tax' on Overweight Passengers Proposed by Budget Airline22 Apr 2009 | by Charlotte Cardingham
Low cost airline, Ryanair, have announced plans to introduce an extra levy on significantly overweight passengers.
Low cost airline, Ryanair, have announced plans to introduce an extra levy on significantly overweight passengers.
10 Scams that Everyone Should be Aware Of11 Feb 2009 | by Matthew Bretherton
Keep your wits about you because, whilst a recession is bad news for most of us, it is all just more ammunition for the ID fraudsters and money scammers.
Keep your wits about you because, whilst a recession is bad news for most of us, it is all just more ammunition for the ID fraudsters and money scammers.
Why the 1970's are Starting to Sound More Appealing04 Feb 2009 | by Matthew Bretherton
We've got recession, strikes and snow, but not the prices to match, more's the pity...
We've got recession, strikes and snow, but not the prices to match, more's the pity...
Is Energy Self-Sufficiency a Realistic Dream?29 Jan 2009 | by Matthew Bretherton
With domestic energy bills rising, it is tempting to think that investing in renewable energy gadgets could be a money-saving wheeze. But the more you look at it, the less it makes sense.
With domestic energy bills rising, it is tempting to think that investing in renewable energy gadgets could be a money-saving wheeze. But the more you look at it, the less it makes sense.
If God had Broadband...21 Jan 2009 | by Matthew Bretherton
OK, so it’s hard to imagine the supreme being huddled behind a computer checking emails from his flock. But let's suspend disbelief, just for a moment....
OK, so it’s hard to imagine the supreme being huddled behind a computer checking emails from his flock. But let's suspend disbelief, just for a moment....
The Credit Crunch Menu - How the Recession is Changing What We Eat14 Jan 2009 | by Matthew Bretherton
Rising food prices have forced many of us to think again about our shopping and eating habits. So what is everyone eating?
Rising food prices have forced many of us to think again about our shopping and eating habits. So what is everyone eating?
A Summary of the Financial Disasters of 2008 & Predictions for 200907 Jan 2009 | by Matthew Bretherton
As 2008 drew to a close few of us will have mourned its passing, but what should we expect from 2009? More of the same, or light at the end of the tunnel?
As 2008 drew to a close few of us will have mourned its passing, but what should we expect from 2009? More of the same, or light at the end of the tunnel?
Beware: 10 Scams That Could Ruin Your Christmas23 Dec 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
For most of us, Christmas is a time for giving. But not everyone feels that way. For some, Christmas spirit signals a time of easy pickings and a chance to help themselves to our hard earned cash.
For most of us, Christmas is a time for giving. But not everyone feels that way. For some, Christmas spirit signals a time of easy pickings and a chance to help themselves to our hard earned cash.
The Top 10 Most Extravagant Christmas Purchases17 Dec 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
While most of us count the pennies this Christmas, for some money is no object.
While most of us count the pennies this Christmas, for some money is no object.
15 Reasons to Read the Small Print Before Opening a Bank Account10 Dec 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Seven high street banks are appealing a High Court ruling over unfair bank charges. But when it comes to extracting money from customers, the banks are past masters - as a quick scan over their terms and conditions will testify.
Seven high street banks are appealing a High Court ruling over unfair bank charges. But when it comes to extracting money from customers, the banks are past masters - as a quick scan over their terms and conditions will testify.
How the Lives of 10 Lottery Millionaries went Disasterously Wrong03 Dec 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Every week, millions of people buy lottery tickets in the hope that this week, finally, it will be their turn to win big. But is being a lottery millionaire all it’s made out to be? Not according to this sorry bunch...
Every week, millions of people buy lottery tickets in the hope that this week, finally, it will be their turn to win big. But is being a lottery millionaire all it’s made out to be? Not according to this sorry bunch...
Are Darling's Tax Cuts Enough to Get Us Spending?26 Nov 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
A VAT holiday might amount to no more than a gigantic headache for retailers - only time will tell - but Darling's income tax move does not go far enough.
A VAT holiday might amount to no more than a gigantic headache for retailers - only time will tell - but Darling's income tax move does not go far enough.
How Will Deflation Affect your Wallet?19 Nov 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Falling prices are good news in the short term, but it's down to us to spend our way out of recession....
Falling prices are good news in the short term, but it's down to us to spend our way out of recession....
Tax Cuts Promised but Who has the Best Plan?12 Nov 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Tax cuts are all the rage, but they can either be a short term sticking plaster (followed by a hefty bill) or the beginning of a concerted effort to balance an inherently unfair system. I know which I’d prefer...
Tax cuts are all the rage, but they can either be a short term sticking plaster (followed by a hefty bill) or the beginning of a concerted effort to balance an inherently unfair system. I know which I’d prefer...
What Impact will Barack Obama's Presidential Victory have on the British Economy?05 Nov 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
The sleek shall inherit the earth. Obama's landslide owed as much to style as substance, but what does a new America mean for us (and our wallets)?
The sleek shall inherit the earth. Obama's landslide owed as much to style as substance, but what does a new America mean for us (and our wallets)?
Don't be Seduced by the Store Card Rip Off29 Oct 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Can supermarket cashiers selling expensive credit cards be a good idea?
Can supermarket cashiers selling expensive credit cards be a good idea?
Retro Comes Out of the Closet22 Oct 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Until recently, 'retro' was all about fashion and music as flares and disco made unlikely comebacks. But now we’re all looking back to the future...
Until recently, 'retro' was all about fashion and music as flares and disco made unlikely comebacks. But now we’re all looking back to the future...
What goes up must come down (eventually)15 Oct 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
With inflation at a sixteen year high, when will we see the full benefit of plummeting oil prices?
With inflation at a sixteen year high, when will we see the full benefit of plummeting oil prices?
We're a Bunch of Bankers08 Oct 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Part-nationalisation of British banks is an economic necessity for all, so why the long face?
Part-nationalisation of British banks is an economic necessity for all, so why the long face?
6 Insane Ways to Destroy Your Credit Card08 Oct 2008 | by Daniel Calloway
Find out how to protect yourself against credit card fraud.
Find out how to protect yourself against credit card fraud.
Fear and Moaning in the Media01 Oct 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Is sensationalist reporting and apocalyptic political rhetoric helpful?
Is sensationalist reporting and apocalyptic political rhetoric helpful?
All Aboard the Mortgage Rollercoaster24 Sep 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
The light at the end of the tunnel turns out to be a Lehman Brothers shaped train.
The light at the end of the tunnel turns out to be a Lehman Brothers shaped train.
How the Lehman Brothers' Greed Affects You17 Sep 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Don't shed too many tears for Lehman Brothers and their ilk, but do look at the bigger picture...
Don't shed too many tears for Lehman Brothers and their ilk, but do look at the bigger picture...
Ready...Steady...STOP10 Sep 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
With recession seemingly inevitable it's time to reign in the spending. But what is the nation doing to tighten its belt?
With recession seemingly inevitable it's time to reign in the spending. But what is the nation doing to tighten its belt?
Gordon Brown Won’t be Refreshed by His Cut Price Holiday03 Sep 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Stamp-duty concession won’t make a blind bit of difference to home sales and it won’t help Brown either.
Stamp-duty concession won’t make a blind bit of difference to home sales and it won’t help Brown either.
Yes to windfall tax, but is it enough?27 Aug 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Tax on energy profits would raise much needed money, but complications show that control of a basic necessity is now firmly out of our hands.
Tax on energy profits would raise much needed money, but complications show that control of a basic necessity is now firmly out of our hands.
Beware the Not-so-Supermarkets20 Aug 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
The rising price of food and caution at the checkouts has forced the supermarkets to resort to ingenious methods to persuade us to keep spending.
The rising price of food and caution at the checkouts has forced the supermarkets to resort to ingenious methods to persuade us to keep spending.
Suspect Packages13 Aug 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
So-called packaged current accounts are all the rage but paying for things twice has never been a good idea.
So-called packaged current accounts are all the rage but paying for things twice has never been a good idea.
Who Wants to Live to 100 Anyway?06 Aug 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
It now seems we are all going to be even poorer in our dotage than we might have imagined, so that telegram from the queen might turn out to be cold comfort - literally.
It now seems we are all going to be even poorer in our dotage than we might have imagined, so that telegram from the queen might turn out to be cold comfort - literally.
Silver Lining for Savers31 Jul 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Savings rates are at their highest level for seven years, so if you have some extra cash, save it for the rainy days to come.
Savings rates are at their highest level for seven years, so if you have some extra cash, save it for the rainy days to come.
Banking on 'Insufficient Funds'23 Jul 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
The banks won't have to pay back 'unfair' charges for at least another six months after the FSA gave into their delaying tactics. Money talks, as ever.
The banks won't have to pay back 'unfair' charges for at least another six months after the FSA gave into their delaying tactics. Money talks, as ever.
A Model of Imperfection: Could Flood Mapping Leave you Un-insured?16 Jul 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
The government and the ABI have struck a deal to ensure that most of us will be able to buy home insurance, even if our homes are at ‘significant risk’ of flooding. All well and good, but what's the catch?
The government and the ABI have struck a deal to ensure that most of us will be able to buy home insurance, even if our homes are at ‘significant risk’ of flooding. All well and good, but what's the catch?
Why the Goverment Plans to Record Every Single Call & Email you Make16 Jul 2008 | by Hannah M
The British government plans to form a database of every call, text message or email sent in the UK but are these new proposals really as controversial as they seem?
The British government plans to form a database of every call, text message or email sent in the UK but are these new proposals really as controversial as they seem?
Why Choosing a Financial Product is Like Eating a Bag of Revels11 Jul 2008 | by Michael Saunders
Advertisers use a big fat bag of persuasive techniques and messages to make a financial product or service look as attractive as possible. Can you see past their headline message?
Advertisers use a big fat bag of persuasive techniques and messages to make a financial product or service look as attractive as possible. Can you see past their headline message?
Food For Thought?10 Jul 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
When someone says "We should all waste less food" it’s very hard to disagree. Really, there is no excuse for chucking out one third of all the food we buy is there?
When someone says "We should all waste less food" it’s very hard to disagree. Really, there is no excuse for chucking out one third of all the food we buy is there?
There's a Hole in my Bucket, Dear Liza, a Hole03 Jul 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
There are two ways to deal with a leaking bucket. You can either keep topping it up, or fix the hole…
There are two ways to deal with a leaking bucket. You can either keep topping it up, or fix the hole…
Who Left This Carbon Footprint on my Bank Statement26 Jun 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
Energy prices set to rise 40%. Maybe we should make an effort to save the planet after all…
Energy prices set to rise 40%. Maybe we should make an effort to save the planet after all…
From Smug to Mug in 24 Months20 Jun 2008 | by Matthew Bretherton
“This two year fixed mortgage seemed like a good idea two years ago…”
“This two year fixed mortgage seemed like a good idea two years ago…”
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