
Daniel Hilton
Daniel is a digital journalist at Moneyweek and enjoys writing about personal finance, economics, and politics. He previously worked at The Economist in their Audience team.
Daniel studied History at Emmanuel College, Cambridge and specialised in the history of political thought. In his free time, he likes reading, listening to music, and cooking overambitious meals.
Latest articles by Daniel Hilton
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How to check for Premium Bonds prizes
NS&I’s Premium Bonds prize draw makes two people millionaires overnight every month. We explain how to check to see if you’ve won any cash
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Premium Bonds winners announced – did you scoop the September jackpot?
NS&I has announced the winners for September’s Premium Bonds prize draw, with two lucky savers becoming overnight millionaires. Did you win this month?
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The pros and cons of smart meters: Are they any good?
Smart meters can help you track and budget your energy usage. We compare them to regular meters and consider whether it’s worth getting one.
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New electric car grant is worth up to £3,750 – how does the scheme work?
The cost of some new electric cars may be cut by up to £3,750. We explain how the new electric car grant works, and which vehicles are already benefitting.
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The top UK cities to grow old in
Where you live can have a great impact on your life. From healthcare access to house prices, we look at the best cities in the UK to grow old in.
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How to pay in a cheque
Receiving or writing a cheque has become much less common in recent years as instant bank transfers have grown in popularity. Amid widespread bank branch closures, we explain what to do if you get a cheque, and how you can pay one into your bank account.
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Rail fares could spike by 5.8% next year – how to save on train travel
July’s RPI inflation reading tends to determine rail fare hikes in the following year. We look at how much your train tickets could cost, and how to save money
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Stamp duty calculator: How much will you pay?
The amount of stamp duty you pay depends on which band the house price you’re paying falls into. Here's how the tax works.
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The most and least expensive countries to be an expat in 2025
With some Brits fleeing the country to avoid seemingly ever-increasing taxes, we look at the most and least expensive countries to emigrate to.
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Average homes in every English region are now liable for stamp duty – how much will you pay?
As average house prices in every English region are now above the stamp duty threshold, we look at how much tax you will pay.
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Are Premium Bonds worth it? Two-thirds of holders have never won a prize
NS&I’s Premium Bonds are popular thanks to the allure of winning in their monthly prize draw. But new data suggests that the majority of savers are yet to win a penny.
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Rightmove: Asking prices fell 1.3% in August as sellers price homes more competitively during summer dip
The average asking price for a UK property fell to £368,740 in August as a third of all properties have reduced in price.
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How to get travel insurance for over 70s
Getting affordable travel insurance becomes harder as you get older. We explain how to get travel insurance in your 70s
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HMRC rewarded tax informants with £850,000 as record fraud tip-offs sent to taxman last year
The taxman was tipped off about 164,670 cases of alleged fraud last year, but total rewards given to snoops fell in the 2024/5 tax year.
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Warm Home Discount offers £150 off energy bills – what is it and who can get it?
The Warm Home Discount is paid by the government to some households to help them keep the heating on during the winter. When is the discount paid, and who is eligible?
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Top commuter towns in the UK – is yours on the list?
Living in a city can be a good move for your career, salary, and personal life. But high house prices and hubbub can make commuting to work from a town close by more appealing. We look at the top commuter towns in the UK.
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How much does air conditioning in the UK cost?
One of the best ways to escape the heat in your home is installing air conditioning – but how much does it cost to install and run it?
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Fiscal drag could cost millions of earners thousands – what is it, and how can I protect my money?
Videos The government froze tax thresholds, which will drag employees into higher tax bands as wages rise with inflation. We explain what fiscal drag is, and how to avoid it.
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Smart meter rules shake-up: why providers may be forced to pay you compensation over poor service and installation
Consumers facing delays or faults with their smart meter could find it easier to claim compensation as Ofgem lays out new rules to improve standards.
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Is your job title increasing your car insurance costs?
When it comes to the cost of your car insurance, job titles matter. We reveal the ones that could potentially add hundreds to the cost of your policy
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Renters lose confidence in UK housing market as mortgage and rent spending increases
Renters are being squeezed by rising bills, resulting in a loss of confidence in the housing market.
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Average savings by age: How much should I have in savings?
We look at how much you should aim to have in your savings at every decade of your life, and how you can go about achieving this.
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Average earnings by region – how does your income compare?
There are significant regional differences when it comes to how much the average worker earns. We explore the data and reveal where in the UK average earnings are highest.
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Top buy-to-let hotspots in the UK as lending surges by almost 40%
Buy-to-lets have become less and less attractive in the last few years, but there are still some areas where landlords can realise rental yields of over 10%. We look at the UK’s buy-to-let hotspots.
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