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Generous grandparents maintain their spending this Christmas
Generous grandparents are not letting the economic pinch affect their grandchildren's Christmas this year. A Saga Insurance survey of more than 13,512 over 50s shows that over a third plan to spend at least £50 on each of their Grandchildren and 53% will spend at least the same on their own children.
Tax credits claimants reminded to report changes in childcare
Tax credits claimants are being reminded that they must let HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) know within one month of their childcare costs falling or ending. Deliberately failing to let HMRC know when renewing a claim could constitute criminal fraud and result in prosecution.
Darling, tell it to me straight
Over half of UK small business owners will turn to their husband, wife or partner before anyone else for straight talking business advice, according to a national survey of 2,000 small business owners by T-Mobile.
Have a ‘Merry Kissmas’ in Covent Garden
Covent Garden, in association with BeautifulPeople.com, invites you to ‘Fancy a Kiss?’ - an exclusive Christmas event for single Londoners and for those who just want to share the love – all taking place beneath the Kissmas tree on Covent Garden's West Piazza on Thursday 9th December between 6pm – 8pm.
Parents, does your phone bill have the X Factor?
With X Factor and Strictly Come Dancing in full swing, Post Office HomePhone is encouraging parents to watch out for children making secret costly calls in a bid to keep their favourite contestants in the competitions.
Beware the 12 risks of Christmas
NFU Mutual is urging homeowners to stay safe and check their insurance cover this festive season, by highlighting twelve risks of Christmas and launching a festive version of its online contents calculator.
Romantic ranch retreats for newlyweds
So he's popped the question and you're looking for some inspiration for your honeymoon - ever thought of being whisked away to romantic ranch retreat?
How to write a letter to Santa and his Elves
Santa says …. “My elves and I are lucky enough to receive millions of letters from children all over the world every year, reminding us how good they’ve been, and telling us what they’d like for Christmas. We’re now experts in spotting brilliant letters, so here are our top writing tips for anyone sending a letter to us this year”:
Coventry launches Family Saver account
Coventry Building Society has launched a market leading easy access online savings account specifically for families.
Christmas gifts 2010: No sex toys please, we’re British
Twenga, the most comprehensive shopping search engine, asked Internet users about Christmas gifts they don’t want to receive. The results show that 42% of British consumers would be disappointed with a sextoy as their gift, and 38% would not like a scented candle.
Brits rein in Christmas budgets following Spending Review
The second annual money.co.uk Christmas Shopping Index has revealed the impact of the Government's Spending Review on planned Christmas spending this year. The study, which gauged Christmas plans before and after the Spending Review, found that 40% of British households will spend less than planned as a direct result of the Review. On average those spending less will cut their budgets by 32%.
The return of family meetings - finance tops the agenda
Family meetings are back in vogue with Brits today and have turned their focus on finances, instead of just the traditional family politics according to a study by M&S Money. The "family finance" study shows families across the UK are coming together to discuss everything from holidays and TVs to credit cards and broadband.
Britain’s £44.6 billion hidden debt
Research from MORE TH>N Legal Services has revealed the total amount of unpaid loans between friends or family members stands at a staggering £44.6 billion, and one in three people (32%) admit such borrowing has caused rifts that may never be repaired.
Royal marriage turns spotlight on wedding costs
The announcement of the engagement of Prince William and Kate Middleton has brought wedding costs into the spotlight, with some estimates that the event next year could cost upwards of £50m.
Social networking sites to blame for pupil's poor grades?
Teachers believe social networking sites are to blame for pupil’s poor grades.