Relationships
Do you favour Kate over Catherine; William over Wills?
As school children and their families across the land prepare the Union Jack bunting and stock up on sausage rolls for those Royal Wedding street parties, family finance expert, The Children's Mutual has been reviewing its 900,000 Child Trust Fund accounts to see just how Kate compares to Catherine and if Will or Bill comes out on top in the average British home.
Most uni students think they will be ‘the next Will and Kate'
Over two thirds (80%) of university students past and present have, or think they will meet the love of their life at university - just like Prince William and Kate Middleton, according to a new survey by specialist student insurance provider Endsleigh.
Let's (not) talk about sex
Sex is the number one ‘life issue' that British adults feel most uncomfortable talking about in the home according to a report from Bright Grey, the protection specialists.
Step back in time for a great family fun day out
The first Beaulieu Steam Revival, held last year, reprised the steam events that were so popular during the early years of the attraction. Judging by the enthusiasm and enjoyment of visitors and exhibitors alike, the popularity of ‘steam’ remains strong and enduring.
Couples get wedding saving savvy
Today's engaged couples are taking greater financial control over their wedding. With nearly two thirds (61%) footing the majority of the costs themselves, they are saving more and spending less ahead of their big day, according to research from Tesco Bank.
One in three planning not to work over bank holiday bonanza
Over a third (34%) of British workers have either taken holiday or are planning to take holiday between the bank holiday weekends for Easter, the Royal Wedding and May Day, according to research by Lloyds TSB.
Philanthropy begins at home for under 21s
One in three people would sacrifice at least 10% of their income to support their parents in retirement, research from Aviva has revealed. This is roughly double the amount that savers in the UK are currently investing in their company pension arrangements on average [5% of gross salary].
Wedding gifts cost Brits £1.1bn per year
While weddings may be expensive, it is not just the happy couple who have to fork out for their nuptials.
Casting a spell in the class room
Stratford’s unique and magical attraction ‘The Creaky Cauldron - Where Magic Begins’ has announced a number of exciting new initiatives for schools and groups. The education programme has been designed to offer students maximum educational value through unique and stimulating learning experiences.
Mum and Dad bail out kids on gap years
With many gap year holidaymakers having embarked on their trips in the first quarter of this year, new research out today suggests parents could be receiving a call this month to bail out their kids financially.
Banish your mummy tummy for a beach body
With the bikini season just around the corner, one of the UK's leading specialist medical supports companies, Neo G has launched a new pregnancy support which helps new mums banish their mummy tummies, comfortably and naturally.
A 'nice smile' tops list of most important physical features
A poll has shown that a nice smile is the most important physical feature for people looking for a partner.
Parenting pressures today - what do you think?
How much pressure do you feel today as a modern parent? From feeding our children the right food, to dressing them in the latest fashions to ensuring academic brilliance it can feel like a constant battle to keep up not just with the Jones but the Camerons, the Redknapps and the Beckhams too.
Brits spending £10,339 a year supporting others
British adults spend on average £10,339 a year financially supporting their dependents, according to Scottish Provident's Financial Safety Net Report.
Family fun that won’t break the budget
Does family time in your home revolve around watching telly and taking the kids with you to do the shopping? When was the last time you all got in the car and escaped for an afternoon at the beach or in the woods?