Family & Health

People struggling with serious debt are to be given a grace period of 60 days before being hit with further interest, charges and enforcement action, under new rules that will come into force in 2021.

Firms could be fined directly by the competitions watchdog if they break consumer law, under new proposals from the Government. 

Three lucky MoneySavers won a clean sweep of prizes to New Orleans, Orlando and Paris in a radio competition after spotting them on the MSE Forum's comping board.

The Government plans to order Whirlpool to recall an estimated 500,000 unmodified tumble dryers due to concerns they pose a fire risk – here's what to do if you're affected.

Applications are now open for a new £250 payment for low-income families in Scotland, which is paid when your child is old enough to start school. 

Free TV licences will only be available for over-75s who receive pension credit from next June, but 1.3 million eligible households don't claim this benefit. So we're calling on the BBC to launch an education campaign about it. Check NOW to see if you're eligible. 

HMRC has cancelled penalties for more than 6,000 parents and guardians who were fined for not registering for the high income benefit charge.

The Government has announced plans to crack down on high-pressure sales tactics from prepaid funeral plan providers – and wants the financial regulator to oversee the industry.

Landlords and letting agents in England can't charge tenants letting fees on new contracts signed on or after Saturday 1 June. If you're a renter, here are your new rights and what you still need to pay – plus what to do if you're charged an illegal fee.

HMRC says it's developed new technology which stops fraudsters spoofing its most commonly-used numbers to trick taxpayers into handing over money.