Living the green life

Lucy Hedges on the smart devices that can help you manage your power consumption – good for your purse and the planet

This month Wendy Graham tackles the tricky subject of limescale in the loo. IF your toilet has developed stubborn stains that make it look perpetually dirty, even after cleaning it thoroughly, then do

If you’re happy to keep your current mobile phone, ditch expensive contracts that include a fancy handset, and switch to a SIM-only deal instead. The SIM is the chip that slots into your handset and c

Q Do you have any tips on getting a good deal when eating out at restaurants? A I’ve recently discovered First Table, which operates in a number of UK cities. It gives you a 50% discount on food at a

In the early 1940s, the Royal Mint replaced the familiar image of a portcullis on the threepenny coin with a thrift plant. This was part of the government’s campaign reminding the public of the need f

Follow these simple steps to get the most out of your appliances