Relationships
Saying “1 LUV U” with a personal plate this Valentine’s Day?
With more than 30 million personalised registrations currently available from the DVLA, many UK motorists may be declaring their love with a personal, or cherished, plate this Valentine’s Day.
Brits unable to focus on their life priorities
Despite recession officially ending late in 2009, research from Scottish Widows reveals seven out of 10 British adults (71%, 35 million people) are struggling to devote enough time to their life priorities.
Ruth Langsford discusses quality time with the kids
Mounting pressure on British mums to juggle work life and family responsibilities has left them more time-poor than ever. Four out of five (88%) admit to feeling like they are in a constant state of motion with no time to relax.
A tasty ‘man-proof’ gift for Valentine’s Day
Men now have no excuse for getting it wrong this Valentine’s Day, thanks to the efforts of a new North East website. The two local entrepreneurs behind LoveYourLarder.com have created a ‘man-proof’ present with the help of their female customers.
Find out what your love life has in store this Valentine's . . .
Find out what your love life has in store for you this Valentines by visiting The Granville @ Barford for a psychic reading. The award-winning dining pub welcomes one of the most respected and trusted mediums in the UK on Sunday 13 February.
Rising cost of ‘Space Invaders’
More than 4.9 million homeowners have been left counting the cost of house guests who overstayed their welcome to the tune of £66 million in the last year.
Rise to the occasion this Valentine’s Day!
‘Lüv’ is in the air and the chocolate extremists at Gü Chocolate Puds have the perfect naughty treat for this Valentine’s Day – their deliciously tantalising Gü Hot Chocolate Soufflés.
Lose your ‘mummy tummy’ on a fitness break in Tuscany
If you're longing for your pre-baby figure and time is of the essence, look no further as The Mum and Baby Experience offers a fabulous fitness break in a child-friendly villa in Italy.
Loveless Brits celebrate anti-Valentine’s Day with Twenga
As the most comprehensive shopping search engine, Twenga has products for the least romantic, the most hopeless, or those who see Valentine’s Day as a great excuse for some self-indulgence.
Brits believe standard of living has fallen since 2007
Since the start of the ‘credit crunch' in 2007 and the subsequent economic downturn in 2008, over 30 million people believe that the average British family's standard of living has declined, according to Scottish Provident's Financial Safety Net report. Just one in seven (15%) feel it has improved during the same time period.
‘Silver savers’ put away £1k a year for grandchildren
‘Silver savers' put away just over £1k a year for their grandchildren; according to new research by C&G Savings. As a result, many grandchildren could be handed nest eggs of up to £20k by their grandparents at some stage during their life.
Mum knows best
New research from M&S Money reveals that our mothers are the biggest influences on our financial habits.
Benefits of single v joint life insurance policies
It's widely reported that January is the most popular month for divorce, with couples putting the festive season behind them and making a clean start in the New Year.
Crimson Kisses this Valentine’s Day at The Rutland
Mixologists at The Rutland in Edinburgh’s West End have created the perfect cocktail in celebration of St Valentine’s Day.
Finding love again
If this Valentine's Day is not all romance and roses, these 5 steps can make your Valentine's Day great.