Money matters

From paracetamol and indigestion tablets, it’s easy to spend a fortune keeping ourselves healthy. Research shows 92% of us take over-the-counter medicines to treat minor ailments in the UK**. So, it m

Perhaps you’ve been a bit loose with your summer spending or back to school has brought you down to earth with a bump. Either way, autumn is the perfect time to give your finances a health check so th

Helping you spend wisely and save more, with money expert Faith Archer

Q I’d like to help my teenager learn about money. Do you have any tips on where to start? A The good news is there’s loads of help online. For example, HSBC has resources aimed at ages from young chil

Q How does a Junior ISA work and what are the advantages and disadvantages of opening one? Junior Individual Savings Accounts are long-term, tax-free savings accounts for children. In this 2025/2026 t

Expert advice from money-saving champion Mel Hunter on consumer rights and how to squeeze the most out of life for less