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Latest: Improve your odds of getting your mortgage loan approved

Are you thinking of applying for a mortgage soon? Navigating the mortgage application process can be difficult, with lenders having different criteria for assessing mortgage applications.

Published on 09 Feb 2024

Children's Mental Health Week 2024

Children’s mental health week is run through Place2Be, a children’s mental health charity that provides counselling, support, and training in UK schools.

Published on 15 Jan 2024

Time to Talk Day 2024

Time to Talk Day is on 1 February. It’s run by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness, in partnership with the Co-op.

Published on 15 Jan 2024

Safer Internet Day 2024

Safer Internet Day is celebrated globally in February each year to promote the safe and positive use of digital technology for children and young people.

Published on 15 Jan 2024

World Cancer Day 2024

World Cancer Day on 4 February, is a day that unites people, communities, and entire countries to raise awareness and take action.

Published on 15 Jan 2024

Car & home insurance - how do you make sure you get the best value for your needs compared to the cost?

Price increases and rising inflation are putting a lot of pressure on household finances.

Published on 10 Jan 2024

Blue / Brew Monday - 15 January 2024

Blue Monday is the name given to the third Monday of January every year. It is claimed to be the most depressing day of the year.

Published on 05 Jan 2024

Dry January

One of the most popular campaigns is Dry January and if you achieve it, it should help improve your overall wellbeing by improving your physical and mental health and by reducing the amount you spend.

Published on 05 Jan 2024

Electric Vehicles - Do I have to buy one now?

The UK Government has recently pushed back a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars (and vans) from 2030 to 2035. This now means you can continue to purchase these engine types for an additional 5 years and of course used vehicles using those engines, after.

Published on 01 Jan 2024

Life insurance: some useful things you should know

If you've ever had a question about life insurance - what it is, and how much it might cost - you're in the right place.

Published on 18 Dec 2023

International Volunteers Day: 5 December

International Volunteers Day takes place 5 December every year and is a chance to recognise the fantastic contribution volunteers make to our communities and to say thank you.

Published on 28 Nov 2023

International Day of People with Disabilities: 3 December

First launched in 1992, the day is hosted by the United Nations (UN) and encourages business leaders across the globe to value the unique contributions of disabled people.

Published on 28 Nov 2023