Money matters

We help you make savvy choices, so your hard-earned goes that bit further

Handy tips to make your food shop go further… 1 PLAN LIKE A PRO Meal planning is a great way to stretch the weekly food budget, but it’s not easy constantly coming up with new ideas. Put a chalkboard

Save money and minimise food waste with our tasty hacks 1 TOMATOES Keep them in a cool, shady space to ripen slowly, not in the fridge. They taste best when ripened slowly, until they’re soft and ruby

Q I often end up spending more than I’ve planned to on holidays, once all the costs are factored in. How can I avoid this? A The key is to make a budget for the whole trip, not just the travel and acc

Q Can you save on package holidays by booking them at the last minute? A Potentially. You may find prices drop the closer you get to the departure date, although the later you leave it, the more flexi

Q Dear Sue, I want to help provide for my grandson’s future – what’s the best way to put money aside for him month to month for when he’s older? Sue says... A You could open a child savings account to