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.

Food price rises slow but 'dark clouds on horizon' - what's falling at what's at risk?

The price of goods in the shops has slowed to its lowest rate since October but "dark clouds" are on the horizon, experts have warned.

Tesco and Sainsbury's issue loyalty card points warnings

Tesco and Sainsbury's are both urging customers to act as they risk losing out on points earned on Clubcard and Nectar cards.

How to claim for pothole damage as breakdowns soar by 20 percent

Potholes are so bad they could be fatal to some on Britain's roads, the AA said.

Best banks for customer satisfaction named - where does yours rank?

A bank which only began operating eight years ago has topped the table for customer satisfaction for the second year running.

Fifth of holidaymakers return to burgled home, poll says

Almost a fifth of travellers have returned from holiday to find their house has been burgled, a new poll suggests.

Ofgem issues warning about fixing energy tariffs ahead of price cap announcement

Ofgem has issued a warning to energy customers to scrutinise deals before they fix their tariffs as they could lose out in the long run.

Net closes in on banks not offering fair interest rates to savers as only 28% of rises passed on

Investigators are circling banks that fail to pass on interest rate rises to customers, with the Bank of England governor now backing...

House prices plummet with one area falling 60% more than average - how has your region fared?

UK house prices have fallen for the fourth consecutive month according to new figures, with only one area avoiding the plunge.

Small businesses ‘run out of rope’ as company insolvencies hit 14-year high – NimbleFins’ loan guides explain options

The number of businesses filing for insolvency has hit the highest level in 14 years as organisations "run out of rope", new figures show.

Old stamps now banned - here's how to swap with Royal Mail for new barcode stamps

Royal Mail will no longer accept old stamps without a barcode from August 1 2023. Here's how to swap your old stamps for new barcoded ones.

Hour-long energy saving scheme could wipe £200 off your bill

An energy-saving app is offering users the chance to win hundreds of pounds if they successfully cut down on their usage at peak times.

How insulating your home could keep it COOLER in summer

Insulating your home could provide benefits in the summer as well as winter, according to experts.

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