D on’t spend January worrying about money. Use the long, cold evenings to get yourself financially fit for 2026 and make a plan. NEW YEAR, NEW MONEY MINDSET! As women, we will often tend to prioritise

Q My daughter wants to start driving. How much does it cost to get on the road? AWhile this can vary significantly, research by Go.Compare found it cost new drivers £6,692 on average to get on the roa

IDEAL HOME’S COLUMNIST AND EDITOR OF MONEYWEEK.COM KALPANA FITZPATRICK SHARES HER FINANCIAL WISDOM

January 2026

The withdrawal of the cut in fuel duty means filling up will cost more, says Paul Lewis

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