THE upcoming tax raid targeting businesses could could result in stagnant wages for workers – but there are ways to squeeze the most out of your income. From 6 April, the Government will raise employer national insurance contributions (NICs) from 13.8% to 15%. 1 We reveal five ways you can boost… Five ways to squeeze … Read more
WITH the end of January in sight – and wallets feeling the squeeze – it could be time to get clever and creative in the kitchen. Whip up some speedy and cheap breakfasts in your air fryer to help you stay on track until payday. 7 Five cheap and easy air fryer breakfasts to help … Read more
LOGGING on to the government website to check our council tax band, I quickly realised we were paying £2,256 per year while our neighbours were paying £336 less. Our home was listed as a Band E, while the houses either side – and also both three bed semi-detached properties were Band D. 2 Emma… A … Read more
HE is on a mission to help our pets . . . and is here to answer YOUR questions. Sean, who is the head vet at tailored pet food firm tails.com, has helped with owners’ queries for ten years. 4 Sean helps a reader whose rabbit bangs his back legsCredit: Getty 4 Sean McCormack, head vet at… From a … Read more
MAKE this the year that you learn something new. Whether you want to develop your digital skills or swot up on something completely different, there’s a free course that can help. Here we round up where you can find your perfect course — for free. OPEN TO ALL: The Open University offers free… Five easy … Read more
IT’S Burns Night – time to raise a glass to Scotland’s greatest poet and a great excuse for a party! Throw in one of Robert Burns’ verses and a tot of whisky and guests will soon be waxing lyrical about your hosting skills. 7 It’s time to raise a glass to Scotland’s greatest poet this… … Read more
YOU don’t have to pay a big price to stay beautiful. Aside from luxury treatments and costly creams, there are plenty of ways to get the glow without spending a pretty penny. 8 Find out how to get the glow without spending a pretty pennyCredit: Getty Here’s how . . . COOL IT: When… Five tips for glowing … Read more
STRUGGLING with your sleep? You’re not alone. January blues, post-holiday routines, and back-to-work stress can wreak havoc on our shut-eye at this time of year. 6 Three low-cost ways to get your sleep back on track without splashing out on expensive remediesCredit: Getty But you don’t have to… Three low-cost ways to get your sleep … Read more
ARE you among the 9million people hooked on BBC One reality show The Traitors? The big final of the trust and treachery show hits our screens this Friday, so why not host a themed viewing party full of mystery, betrayal and fun? INTRIGUING INVITES: Create digital invitations, using the easy —… Five cheap ways to … Read more
COLD weather can play havoc with your hands. The chilly temperatures can strip them of moisture, leading to split nails, dry skin and painful cracks. Ease the effects of winter with these handy tips. SHOW HANDS SOME GLOVE: A pair of mitts can really help your hands through the winter months. Wear… Five handy tips … Read more