Romance scam reports have soared during the coronavirus pandemic, according to Whic ? The consumer group’s analysis of Action Fraud data found romance fraud reports were up by 40% in the year to April 2021, compared with the previous year, with more than 7,500 reported scams. Reported losses reached £73.9 million during the period – […]
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WHAT gift should you buy for a new baby? It has been reported that Meghan Markle will treat newborn daughter Lilibet to a £4,800 Cartier watch. 7 Not got a royal budget? Here are some bargain baby presents fit for a little prince or princess . . .Credit: Shutterstock But most of us will be on a more […]
Consumers considering buying tickets for property raffles are being urged to make sure they understand what such prizes involve. Record house prices, now standing at £261,743 on average across the UK, according to Halifax may encourage some people to take part. Alison Farrar, lead officer for property at the Chartered Trading Standards Institute said businesses are […]
NATIONAL Carers Week starts today, celebrating all aspects of their vital work. During the pandemic, many of us have taken on extra responsibilities helping relatives and friends who are disabled, elderly or in need of support. 6 Money-off deals and freebies for carers to celebrate their vital workCredit: Getty But with many of these roles […]
Stressed solicitors have been working late nights and weekends to help home movers beat a stamp duty holiday deadline, according to the Law Society. With just a few weeks to go before the deadline for the full stamp duty concession, professionals may need to manage their clients’ expectations around completing deals in time, it said. […]
EVEN pets need to chill out. In summer, it is important to keep our furry friends cool. Sales of pet accessories have increased by 32 per cent in the past year as we try to keep our animal companions happy. But you don’t have to splash out much to keep them comfortable in the heat. […]
EBAY sellers are flogging Tokyo Olympics 50p coins for up to £100 with experts saying their value could rise even further. One coin, which was a high-graded 2020 Tokyo Olympics collectors 50p coin released as part of a set, recently sold for £100 on eBay. 1 The 2020 Tokyo Olympics 50p coin Other coins that […]
MILLIONS of Brits who work for themselves are eligible for the fourth Covid support grant, but today’s the last day to apply. Claims for the up to £7,500 self-employment income support scheme must be made by June 1. ???? Read our coronavirus live blog for the latest news & updates… 1 You only have until June 1 to […]
ALDI has launched a new grill with rotating kebab skewers perfect for outdoor cooking this summer, for just £30. The Ambiano 3-in-1 grill will be available in Aldi stores from Monday, 6 June. 1 Aldi’s grill can be used for cooking meat, fish and vegetables as well as kebabsCredit: Aldi It has already sold out […]
IT’S the bank holi-yay! Which means that this weekend is as good a time as any to grab some brilliant bargains. From garden to gaming there’s something for everyone . . . 7 Enjoy your bank holiday by grabbing some great bargains to spruce up your garden and your homeCredit: Getty OUTDOORS: Poundstretcher.co.uk always has great offers. Until […]