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British men are the real Beale
It's official: British men don't like splashing the cash. According to new research a fifth of UK men surveyed compare themselves to Ian Beale from Eastenders when it comes to spending: with 20 per cent describing themselves as ‘tight' or ‘careful' with money.
Green tariffs: check what yours delivers
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is today advising how consumers and businesses can establish what benefits their green electricity tariff delivers above and beyond the supplier's existing legal obligation to provide electricity from renewable sources.
Cool Dad syndrome could cost thousands a year
Research has unveiled a new generation of fathers suffering from ‘Cool Dad Syndrome', as they are put under pressure from their kids to keep up to date with the latest technology and trends.
PC rage leads to swearing, tears and even injuries
The frustration caused by PC inefficiency has prompted 1 in 5 people to hit their desk, led to almost a million broken monitors, driven 1 in 20 people to hit something so hard they hurt themselves and even resulted in just under half a million injuries.
Soaring inflation fails to deter eco-shoppers
Eco-shoppers are remaining committed to the environment despite rising food inflation and tightening household budgets according to new research from Virgin Money.
‘No-frills' summer as credit crunch takes toll on spending
More than a quarter (27 per cent) of Brits sometimes or always feel out of control with their finances and an additional eight per cent say they regularly spend more than they earn, according to research released by GE Money.
Compensation when businesses act unfairly
Following pressure from NCC, the Law Commission is bringing forward its work on a private right of redress under the new Consumer Protection Regulations (CPR).
To fix or not to fix - that is the question
With the daunting prospect of further energy price hikes this year, some Brits may wish to take a gamble to fix now and be quids in later.
British Gas increases price of market tracker
British Gas has announced it is putting gas and electricity prices up on its Market Tracker energy plan by 14% with immediate effect.
OFT warns racegoers - 'don't be taken for a ride'
The OFT is warning consumers who like a flutter on the horses not to be conned by bogus racing tipster mailings. The OFT estimates that punters lose at least £5million every year to such scams.
One million people turn to ACT ON CO2 calculator
World Environment Day: The ACT ON CO2 calculator - which helps people to work out and reduce their carbon footprint - has received its one millionth unique visitor, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs announced today.
Concerns rising about coping with debt mountain
Increasing numbers of people who owe money to banks and finance companies are concerned about their ability to manage their debts, new research from MoneyExpert.com reveals.
Save a bundle on broadband, TV and home phone
One of the only household bills to fall this year has been for TV, landline and broadband services, however millions of people are still not switching on to how much can be saved by 'bundling' services.
Brits spend over £200 to replace damaged contents
Have you ever spilt red wine on the carpet, knocked over a vase or watched in amazement as a toddler decides to draw on your sofa with a biro?
Free laptop with your broadband - but is the deal any good?
The Carphone Warehouse is offering free laptops to new customers who take up one of its mobile broadband packages.