Helen Barnett

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Helen is a journalist, editor and copywriter with 15 years' experience writing across print and digital publications. She previously edited the Daily Express website and has won awards as a reporter. Read more here.

Trying to lose weight? Biggest pitfalls revealed – and how to deal with them

A new study has revealed more than half of UK adults turn their back on weight loss after just one slip-up.

More than half a million more people to pay tax on pension from today in 'stealth tax'

Another 650,000 people will start paying income tax on their pension from today.

Warning as ‘priceless’ asset missed off majority of wills

Britons are being urged to check their wills after it emerged the majority of people are leaving some key assets unprotected.

Energy bills £600 higher for badly-insulated homes under new price cap

Gas bills in poorly insulated homes will be 50% higher than homes that meet the Government energy efficiency target, new analysis shows.

What the new tax year means for you and your finances – all changes for 2024 - 2025

The new tax year starts on April 6 2024 bringing with it a number of changes for individuals and businesses. Here's how people are affected...

Huge overhaul to energy bills touted by Ofgem with price cap under threat

Energy bills as we know them could be dramatically changed as Ofgem looks at new ways to charge households.

Got home insurance for your PET? Dogs and cats spark thousands of claims but not all policies cover you

Thousands of cat and dog owners have had to claim on their home insurance after their mischievous pets caused havoc.

More than £50bn in pensions at risk of being lost - how to track your pension

More than £50 billion in pension savings are at risk of being lost as Britain edges towards a “national crisis”.

EV drivers 'misled' by flawed range tests overestimating battery life

Flawed tests on electric car batteries mean drivers have been misled on their range, a motoring expert claimed.

Pet owners may be overpaying for medicine - regulator investigates vets

The veterinary industry faces investigation over concerns some could be overcharging for pet medicine.

Car insurance warning as cash-strapped drivers buy basic policies that could leave them ‘high and dry’

A car insurance warning has been issued after the cost of living crisis has left people buying budget policies that don't cover basic...

Family 'in total shock' after Ryanair boarding pass havoc costs them £165

A furious father took on Ryanair after being charged £165 to check in at the airport before his family holiday.

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