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Parents say it’ll be easier for kids to get into debt
Despite the credit crunch and the focus on finances the nation's parents admit they are still worried about whether the next generation will be able to manage their own money, according to a study by M&S Money.
Busy parents putting kid’s dental health at risk
Millions of British parents are letting their children off brushing their teeth simply because they’re too rushed or stressed.
Don’t get your fingers burnt this Bonfire Night
British traditions such as Bonfire Night can sometimes end in tragedy in the home according to research from Churchill home insurance.
Kids unaware of the cost of everyday goods
Children are lacking awareness of the cost of basic everyday goods, according to research from the Halifax.
Brits put off writing a will
Research from AA Legal Services suggests that half of Brits (48%) have yet to write a will and a third of them say it's because they are worried about the cost and complexity of doing so - or concern about involving a lawyer.
Expectant parents borrow £2.32 billion in baby loans
Parents eagerly awaiting a new baby will need an average of £2,980 to fund purchases such as decorating and furnishing the nursery, a buggy, car seat, baby clothes and toys according to new research from Sainsbury's Finance Personal Loans.
'Bank of Friends' lends over £7bn in last 12 months
The effects of the recession have caused a new type of lending to emerge, as people turn to the 'Bank of Friends' to borrow over £7 billion to cover the gaps in their income according to new research from the Post Office.
Free tickets for tweeting modern brides
Luna Rosa (lunarosa.co.uk) the Italian specialist luxury events and weddings company, is offering brides to be complimentary tickets to the Modern Bride Show, 5-7 November, when they join them on Twitter.
Michael Owen joins Pudsey Bear to launch BT Chat for Children
Michael Owen and BBC Children in Need mascot Pudsey Bear have launched BT Chat for Children at Old Trafford.
THINK! reminds children to be bright to be seen
Children are being urged to 'be bright and be seen’ ahead of the clocks going back this weekend.
Search is on for Britain's friendliest person
Health insurer National Friendly has launched an exciting nationwide search to find the UK’s friendliest face and is encouraging people to put forward their entries for the first ever National Friendly Face Awards.
UK's teenagers worth £2.1 billion
UK teenagers are worth an average of £456 every time they leave the house, according to new research from Allianz Insurance.
Couples should make pension decisions together
Insurance, pensions and investments specialist, NFU Mutual is advising couples approaching retirement to consider how their partner would support themselves during and after bereavement, so to avoid unnecessary financial heartache.
UK a nation of in-car flirts
The UK has been revealed as a nation of in-car flirts with many motorists admitting they flirt with other drivers on the road - and men are the biggest culprits.
Let Persimmon 'Entertainer' you
Research has shown that the key to happiness is at least two hours a day playing with the children, but the stark reality is that families across the UK are, on average, spending far less than this, a new study has revealed.