February
Last minute Serenata Flowers cancellations see lovers let down on Valentine's Day
Some loved-up couples have been left frustrated after major flower firm Serenata cancelled a number of Valentine's Day orders at the last minute
14 February 2012
David Cameron vows action on car insurance costs
The Prime Minister is today hosting a summit to discuss ways to bring down soaring car insurance premiums
14 February 2012
'I'm on benefits but I'm no scrounger'
Negative headlines about benefits recipients being scroungers are common. Ross Goodall, forced to claim due to a rare tumour, hits back
14 February 2012
Inflation dives as economy put on 'negative outlook'
Hard-pressed families felt some relief last month as official figures revealed the rate of inflation fell to its lowest level in just under two years
14 February 2012
Couples should do it together on Valentine's Day (to save money)
We're often asked for our top Valentine's tips, and the simple answer is couples save if they do it together
14 February 2012
Citizens Advice to gain after MoneySavingExpert wins trade mark battle
Citizens Advice will benefit after a claims firm which cold-called people, using a similar name to us, paid damages
13 February 2012
UK economy growth forecast slashed
A leading business body today cut the UK's growth forecasts but believes the economy will narrowly avoid recession
13 February 2012
25% think first date voucher 'makes him a keeper'
As Valentine's celebrations start, nearly 85% think it's acceptable to use a 2for1 voucher on a first date
10 February 2012
Sainsbury's food label switch could save shoppers money
New labelling from Sainsbury's which aims to encourage people to freeze more food could prevent unnecessary waste
10 February 2012
'Dear Chancellor, don't cap mortgage lending'
There could be a cap on what mortgage holders can borrow as a percentage of their property. Mortgage guru Ray Boulger thinks it's a bad idea
10 February 2012
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Martin Lewis: Is it time to ban unnecessary Christmas presents?
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