#cost-of-living

#cost-of-living

Brent's arrears amount to a staggering 92.2m, according to the latest government figures. Councils across London are owed 1.4bn in unpaid council tax, the Ministry for Housing reports.

Steve Witherden's experience on his first day in parliament was marked by personal tragedy, having lost his mother. He recalls the disorienting nature of this day, stating it took time for him to find his footing. Despite the difficult circumstances, he believes he made a principled decision by voting against the government's welfare plans, emphasizing the importance of standing by one's convictions even if it risks undermining his own party.

Location has a major impact on how far wealth goes and the comfort of one’s lifestyle. Tax advantages, community of wealthy households, and endless opportunities significantly attract millionaires.

Filling up your car won't break the bank this Fourth of July weekend as gas prices are expected to be between $3.10 and $3.15 per gallon.

Mamdani claims he will freeze rents on one million rent-stabilized apartment units and pour in $100 billion to build 200,000 public housing units, funded by raising taxes on the wealthy.

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old socialist, shocked political observers by winning the Democratic nomination for mayor of New York, emphasizing the crucial issue of living costs.

We wanted to remain in the same city because it was close to family, but our current routines felt draining.

In the words of Nelson Mandela: it always seems impossible until it's done. My friends, it is done. And you are the ones who did it.

Right now, creatives across the UK are asking themselves a fundamental question: what if the best place to build a creative career isn't where everyone says it should be?

The Government's VAT take on energy bills has surged despite a temporary cut in the rate on residential electricity and gas accounts, highlighting the impact of spiking costs.

As thousands of families struggle to pay rent or find affordable housing, many are asking: why is the government spending millions housing recent immigrants?

With average rents in Catalonia down by 4.9% and Barcelona by 8.9%, the drop follows the implementation of rent caps last year.

Even just for flights and hotels. The cost of living there is extremely high so we understand the demand on fans. That is difficult for us as well because we want to help and support as much as possible, even with our own families.

As it turns out, Bakersfield, California, comes out on top, with 100% of entry-level job ads on Indeed advertising wages above the local living wage.

"It's right that we help people save money and encourage greener travel, and this scheme would do just that," Godwin said.

I feel loyal to our local businesses, and I feel moving to a smaller city gave me a more open mind.

All events run from 2pm to 4pm. Preloved items offer families an affordable alternative amidst the cost-of-living crisis, a Mum2mum Market spokesperson said.

With the rising costs of food and drink, Millennials and Gen Z in Dublin are transforming spaces like Drury Street into a 'third place' for socializing, despite local objections.

The 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment is projected at 2.4%, the smallest increase since 2021, raising concerns for aging homeowners' expenses.

Tim Jarvis emphasized that while the reduction in the price cap is a positive step for consumers, many are still struggling with high energy costs.

Nearly half (44%) of independent school parents predict that paying fees will become tougher next year due to VAT increases and ongoing cost of living pressures.