NewsNewsCost of Living How quickly are prices rising in the UK?The rate at which prices are rising is back above the Bank of England's target of 2%.20 Nov 2024BusinessFive key questions answeredWhat is happening to the energy price cap?Typical gas and electricity prices will rise again on 1 January 2025.22 Nov 2024BusinessWhy are university tuition fees going up?Tuition fees in England are to rise for the first time in eight years, to help universities.4 Nov 2024Family & EducationHow much are prices rising for you? Try our calculatorUse our calculator to find out how much the cost of living is going up in your household.17 Jul 2024BusinessHow are universal credit rules changing?People claiming universal credit and working under 18 hours a week will have to look for more work.13 May 2024BusinessHow do interest rates affect me and when will they come down?Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.20 Nov 2024BusinessHousingFamilies have 'nowhere to go' as no-fault evictions riseA charity says it has had to hand out sleeping bags to residents who have been evicted.22 May 2024ManchesterFive ways to save money on your mortgageExperts give advice for those who might be worried about their monthly mortgage payments.8 Jan 2024BusinessSurge in ultra-long mortgages among under-30sHundreds of thousands have mortgages with terms that run beyond state pension age, estimates suggest.13 May 2024BusinessHow are renting and eviction rules changing?A new law will ban no-fault evictions, limit rent rises and help tenants with children or pets.12 Sep 2024BusinessMortgage calculator: Will my payments rise?Use our calculator to find out how much mortgage payments could go up for your household.5 Jan 2024BusinessAdvice and tipsDebt relief orders can write off up to £50,000The maximum amount that can be written off by a debt relief order has gone up from £30,000 to £50,000.27 Jun 2024BusinessHow much is the state pension going up?The triple lock means that the state pension will increase by 4.1% in April 2025.31 Oct 2024BusinessThe free childcare now available to working parentsParents in England can now access 15 hours of free weekly childcare for children from nine months.2 Sep 2024Family & EducationWhat can I do if I can't pay my energy bill?If you're struggling to afford your gas and electricity bills, what options are available?3 Apr 2024BusinessHow to get a job: Six expert tips for finding workMore than 10m people out of work in the UK, so if you're searching for a job you're not alone. Here are some tips on how to get started.16 Apr 2024BusinessYour stories'I want to know why all the shops have gone'Residents of south-east London tell the BBC they worry about crime, homelessness and shops closing down.15 Jun 2024London'Mortgage rise means I can't afford to live here anymore'The number of people in Northern Ireland at serious risk of having homes repossessed rises by nearly 25%.15 Jun 2024Northern Ireland'We budget but we haven’t enough to cover food'As the election looms, BBC News speaks to staff, supporters and users of a West Yorkshire foodbank.13 Jun 2024BradfordChild Benefit delay 'forced me to go to a food bank'Parents have reacted angrily after an error meant 580,000 people did not receive a payment.4 Jun 2024BusinessI need two jobs to pay for driving lessons - teenBeca says almost all her salary goes on the cost of living, leaving her nothing spare each month.6 Jun 2024Wales
