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‘Grotesque’ council tax system set for biggest change in 30 years. Here’s what it means for you
Money

‘Grotesque’ council tax system set for biggest change in 30 years. Here’s what it means for you

Money guru Martin Lewis has hailed reforms which mean people who fall behind on council tax bills will not have to pay the full year’s amount just two weeks later

How to sort out your finances when your relationship breaks down
Money

How to sort out your finances when your relationship breaks down

Separating from your partner can be a stressful time emotionally but can also be difficult for your finances. Here’s what to do next

Debunking money myths: Does checking your credit score lower it?
Money

Debunking money myths: Does checking your credit score lower it?

Is there any truth behind concerns that checking your credit score will lower it? Big Issue asks the experts

I’m 28 and my parents control my bank account. It’s the only reason I’m still sober
Money

I’m 28 and my parents control my bank account. It’s the only reason I’m still sober

Should we have to pay more council tax from April?
Council tax

Should we have to pay more council tax from April?

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Have you been made redundant? Here’s what to do next
Money

Have you been made redundant? Here’s what to do next

This Debt Awareness Week, we want people to know it’s nothing to be ashamed of
Money

This Debt Awareness Week, we want people to know it’s nothing to be ashamed of

What happens if you ignore your bills or can’t afford to pay? Here’s how to get help
Money

What happens if you ignore your bills or can’t afford to pay? Here’s how to get help

Benefits, water bill hikes and TV licences: All the tax year changes in April 2026 you need to know
Money

Benefits, water bill hikes and TV licences: All the tax year changes in April 2026 you need to know

New Buy Now, Pay Later rules could protect you from debt traps. But what are the risks?
BNPL

New Buy Now, Pay Later rules could protect you from debt traps. But what are the risks?

What do the government’s vet prices reforms mean for pet owners?
Vet bills

What do the government’s vet prices reforms mean for pet owners?

More than half of people with mental health problems regularly run out of money
Money

More than half of people with mental health problems regularly run out of money

Millions of Brits are going without food and heating to improve their credit score
Credit

Millions of Brits are going without food and heating to improve their credit score

Olive oil is cheaper than it’s been since February 2024. Is it a sign of falling prices to come?
Inflation

Olive oil is cheaper than it’s been since February 2024. Is it a sign of falling prices to come?

Panicked by the Christmas food bill? Here’s how to save money and still have a festive feast
Christmas

Panicked by the Christmas food bill? Here’s how to save money and still have a festive feast

How much will you spend on Christmas?
Your views

How much will you spend on Christmas?

Worried about your bills this winter? Help is out there
Cost of living

Worried about your bills this winter? Help is out there

Supermarket experts share their best tips for bagging yellow sticker bargains: ‘I believe in karma’
Shopping

Supermarket experts share their best tips for bagging yellow sticker bargains: ‘I believe in karma’

BBC Radio 1’s Matt Edmonson: ‘I’m no Martin Lewis, but I’ve always been quite frugal’
Money

BBC Radio 1’s Matt Edmonson: ‘I’m no Martin Lewis, but I’ve always been quite frugal’

What benefits can I claim from the DWP to help me cover the cost of living?
Benefits

What benefits can I claim from the DWP to help me cover the cost of living?

How Gander is helping shoppers find reduced food and cut waste 
Life

How Gander is helping shoppers find reduced food and cut waste 

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DWP payment dates in November 2025: When you will get your benefits and pensions this month
Benefits

DWP payment dates in November 2025: When you will get your benefits and pensions this month

How Fair for You’s Shopping Card Loan is helping people face down debt 
Debt

How Fair for You’s Shopping Card Loan is helping people face down debt 

People with mental health issues forced to share their PIN – leaving them open to ‘abuse and fraud’
Financial inclusion

People with mental health issues forced to share their PIN – leaving them open to ‘abuse and fraud’

Everything you need to know about how to apply for universal credit
Universal credit

Everything you need to know about how to apply for universal credit