The price at the pumps has shot ahead of petrol but motorists must take into account other costs. Financial Mail’s award-winning Stephem Womack gives you the lowdown.
Is diesel still cheaper by miles? – Case study – Why my hybrid car has done me proud
Tuesday, December 13th, 2011Hybrid cars have been adding an extra dimension to the petrol vs diesel debate in recent years.
SURVIVING THE AGE OF AUSTERITY: How biggest cash curbs since WW2 will hit home
Wednesday, December 7th, 2011With measures coming that will hammer family budgets and small businesses, Financial Mail’s award-winning Personal Finance team examine the consequences in a major new guide.
SURVIVING THE AGE OF AUSTERITY: First time buyers
Wednesday, December 7th, 2011Young couples will find it harder to get on the housing ladder
SURVIVING THE AGE OF AUSTERITY: Transport
Wednesday, December 7th, 2011Like millions of other motorists, Marilyn Haggis struggles to afford the petrol for her weekly commute: “I have to rob Peter to pay Paul to juggle the household budget”
SURVIVING THE AGE OF AUSTERITY: Pensions
Wednesday, December 7th, 2011ABOUT eight million people in their 40s and early 50s will each lose thousands of pounds in future pensions under plans to raise the State pension age to 67 by 2028 – eight years earlier than planned.
High Court rules pension change to RPI is lawful
Sunday, December 4th, 2011The pensions of millions of public sector workers are set to rise more slowly in future, after a High Court victory for the Government on Friday.
Christmas 2012 all wrapped up – it’s never too early to plan for a good time
Thursday, November 24th, 2011Families already worried about how they will pay for this festive season might want to ease the strain for Christmas 2012. There are exactly 400 saving days between now and Christmas Eve 2012 – enough time to spread the cost of a substantial celebration.
