October 18, 2026
Healey to slash business rates for pubs, cafes and salons – and make online giants pay
Business rates are about to fall for thousands of small high-street firms. LBC and The Times say John Healey will
Money
October 15, 2026
Heating oil protections: government promises reform, not a price cap
Heating oil protections are set for reform after the government accepted recommendations from the competition watchdog, but the announcement does
October 6, 2026
The October energy cap has changed. It is still not a ceiling on your bill
Ofgem limits tariff rates and standing charges. The total a household pays still depends on its energy use, location, meter and payment method.
October 4, 2026
Lower inflation: why it does not necessarily mean lower prices
Inflation measures change in prices. A slower rise can leave households paying more than they did a year earlier.