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Taking a legal matter to the small claims court
Small claims courts have jurisdiction to handle cases between private litigants. As of last year, small claims courts in the UK were allowed to handle disputes that involved claims of up to £5,000.
A new way of working: How women are redefining the boundaries of success
Over the past 50 years the role that women have come to play in both home and work life has changed considerably.
Sonic youth - Younger generation 3 years earlier to major life milestones
The younger generation are ticking off life’s ‘to-do’ list an average of three years earlier than their parents, a survey has revealed. The detailed study found the typical 20-something is ahead of their parents in nine of sixteen major milestones.
Significant rise in children's texting and time spent online
Children are texting and spending more time online than ever before, according to Ofcom's latest annual report on children's media habits.
‘Bank of mum and dad' means business when it comes to loans
The ‘bank of mum and dad' has its own terms and conditions according to new research from HSBC.
Parents urged to share financial education tips
MoneySupermarket is seeking advice from parenting bloggers on how best to educate children about financial responsibility and savings, as part of its new ‘SuperKid Savers’ campaign.
Over half of UK adults don't have a will
Unbiased.co.uk, the professional advice website, has announced the launch of its annual ‘Write a Will Week', beginning on Monday, 22 October, in partnership with Octopus Investments ("Octopus").
The Works investigates why young children should be reading books rather than watching screens
The Works has launched an investigation into why reading books is better for young children’s development than watching screens.
Kids’ essentials cost more than £3,760 a year
Today's parents spend an average of £3,762 a year on kids' essentials - more than 14% of the average salary in Britain of £26,100 a year, according to new research by Santander Insurance.
Blue Peter asks children to 'Go Pyjamas' for BBC Children in Need
Children across the UK are being asked to 'Go Pyjamas' for BBC Children in Need, with the launch today of the 2012 Blue Peter Appeal.
The price of love - financial credentials key to a successful relationship
Money continues to play a major part in relationships with 2 in 5 Brits (38 per cent) declaring the financial situation of their partner would influence whether to continue the relationship or not, according to research by MoneySupermarket.
Tackling misconceptions to improve family protection
Over a third of British families (37%) have never discussed with their partner or another family member what will happen to their dependent children if either of them dies, according to research commissioned by Tesco Bank Life Insurance.
Not enough hours in the day - busy parents need 27 hours a day
Busy UK parents need an extra three hours a day to get everything they need done in the working week, according to research from the Post Office.
Kids are keen to earn
Even though they aren't yet old enough to get a paying job, almost two thirds of children are already earning money to help pay for the things they want by helping with housework and doing chores.
Cloud companions - Two thirds of interaction now electronic
Two thirds of all interactions between friends now take place electronically, a study has revealed.