How Many Crisps Are Actually Inside Your Favourite Snack Packs? A Surprising Reveal Monday, March 2, 2026 crisps shrinkflation snacks consumer walkers hulahoops packaging netweight costofliving foodindustry The ongoing cost-of-living crisis has forced many households to be more cautious with their grocery spending. One practice that has quietly affected consumers is shrinkflation—the reduction of product sizes while prices stay … Read More
‘Daylight Robbery’ Parking Permit Increase Sparks Rebellion from Gloucester Lib Dems Friday, February 20, 2026 gloucester parking permits libdems budget council permitfees costofliving councillor localgovernment A dramatic increase in residential parking permit fees has ignited a fierce backlash from Gloucester Liberal Democrats, with accusations of “daylight robbery” echoing in the Gloucestershire County Council chamber on February … Read More
‘Daylight robbery’ parking permit hike ignites Gloucester Lib Dems’ protest Friday, February 20, 2026 gloucester parking permits budget counciltax permitfees libdems residents costofliving council A controversial 26% increase in residential parking permit fees has sparked an uproar among Gloucester Liberal Democrats, highlighting deep concerns over the financial strain on local residents. The hike, approved during … Read More
‘It feels like a personal attack’: Pub landlords respond to government’s ‘relief package’ Sunday, February 1, 2026 pubs businessrates hospitality taxation governmentpolicy landlords reliefpackage inflation vat costofliving This week, the government announced a 15% reduction in business rates for pubs starting in April, alongside a two-year real-terms freeze and a review of how rates are assessed. While the package aims to save the average pub … Read More
Martin Lewis’s Simple ‘1C Rule’ Cuts Energy Bills by Around 10% Friday, December 5, 2025 martinlewis energysavings thermostat heatingbills costofliving moneysaving climate energyefficiency who householdbudget With energy prices sharply rising and household budgets under pressure, many Britons are seeking practical ways to reduce their expenses. Trusted financial expert Martin Lewis, known for his Money Saving Expert platform and … Read More
Asda Shares Crucial Advice for Egg Buyers Amid Rising Costs Thursday, July 24, 2025 asda eggs storage freshness foodwaste costofliving fridge grocery budget safety With the cost of living soaring, many households across the UK are tightening their budgets and looking for ways to minimize food waste. Among staple foods, eggs remain a popular, affordable, and protein-packed choice, … Read More