Latest articles by Daniel Hilton
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Is the new Santander cashback credit card deal any good?Santander has released a new credit card that offers you 3% cashback back on certain travel and food spending for the first year. Is the deal worth it?
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What is fiscal drag? How you could protect your money from the taxmanThe ongoing freeze on income tax thresholds is forcing millions into paying more tax as their wages rise with inflation. What is fiscal drag, and how can you protect your money from it?
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How are Premium Bonds prize winners notified – and who is Agent Million?We look at how Premium Bonds winners are notified and what NS&I means by Agent Million.
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How to check for Premium Bonds prizesTwo people become millionaires overnight every month via NS&I’s Premium Bonds prize draw. We explain how to check to see if you’ve won any cash.
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How do Premium Bonds work?NS&I’s Premium Bonds operate differently from typical savings accounts. We look at how they work.
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What are British Airways Amex companion vouchers, and how do they work?A companion voucher can help American Express customers with British Airways credit cards double the value of their Avios points. Here's how it works.
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Best trading platforms for UK investors ranked – how do they compare?Trading platforms have been assessed for charges, investment range on offer and quality of service. Which are the best for different types of customers?
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Best inflation-beating savings accounts – could your money be working harder?The UK inflation rate eased to 2.8% in April, but experts warn that inflation is still set to accelerate this year due to the Iran war. We list some of the top-paying savings accounts where your money will grow in real terms.
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Live: UK inflation slows in AprilUK inflation is expected to accelerate in 2026 due to the conflict in the Middle East. What was the April consumer price index (CPI) inflation reading and what does it mean for you?
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King’s Speech 2026: What was announced and what does it mean for your money?The new parliamentary year has begun, with the King outlining what his government will set out to achieve in the next 12 months. What was announced, and what does it mean for you?
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What would a Reform UK government mean for your money?Reform UK was by far the biggest winner in the latest set of local elections, placing them in a good position to transform local wins to a general election victory. If they were to pull it off, what would it mean for your money?
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What is the S&P 500?The S&P 500 is one of the world’s most important stock market indices and has more than tripled in value over the last decade. But what is the S&P 500 and which companies does it contain?
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What do rising oil prices mean for you?The Iran war has kept oil prices high since the end of February, reaching around $100 a barrel. We explain what it could mean for your petrol costs and energy bills.
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Petrol prices explained: What makes up the price of a litre of petrol?Briefings The cost of filling the average car with fuel is falling. Here’s what makes up the price of a litre of petrol.
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Premium Bonds May winners revealed: Who won the £1 million jackpot?The jackpot winners from NS&I’s May Premium Bonds draw are announced, with two savers being made millionaires and many more grabbing smaller prizes. Did you win this month?
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How income tax is calculatedThe majority of adults in the UK pay income tax on their earnings. We explain how it works and how it is calculated.
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How to avoid the fiscal drag “stealth tax” amid ongoing income tax threshold freezeFrozen income tax thresholds are set to cost Brits hundreds or even thousands of pounds over time as more people are dragged into higher tax brackets. We look at how you can mitigate the effect of fiscal drag.
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Growth downgrade for UK as Iran war expected to boost inflation and stop interest rate cuts, says IMFThe UK will be hit harder by the Iran war than any other country in the G7, new forecasts by the IMF show, as impacts are expected to linger into 2027.
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Households to fork out up to 9% more in council tax this year – how much more will you pay?Council tax bills rose in most local authorities in England on 1 April. How much more do you face paying?
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Easy-access savings vs regular savings – where is your money better off?Regular savings accounts often have a high headline interest rate but you can typically put more into an easy-access account. We explore which gives you the best return on your money.
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Average savings by age: How much should I have in savings?We look at how much the average person has in their savings at each stage of life, and how much you should be stashing away to keep pace.
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Winter Fuel Payment eligibility rules explainedAdvice The Treasury has clarified Winter Fuel Payment eligibility rules for pensioners, especially if you earn above £35,000. Who will qualify?
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How much state pension will I get?There are several things that determine how much state pension you'll get when you reach state pension age. Here's how to work out your entitlement.
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NS&I reveals April's Premium Bonds jackpot winners – did you win?The winners of NS&I’s April Premium Bonds prize draw have been announced. Who won the £1 million jackpot?
