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All the winners and losers from the 2023 spring Budget

Published: March 15, 2023 by Jennifer Armstrong

Just six months ago, Kwasi Kwarteng stood up in the House of Commons and delivered his controversial “mini-Budget”. The announcements ultimately brought down the short-lived Truss administration, with current chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, announcing a series of policy measures in November … Continue reading

Your spring Budget update – the key news from the chancellor’s statement

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

On Wednesday 15 March 2023, chancellor Jeremy Hunt presented his spring Budget. Focusing on the government’s aims to halve inflation, reduce public debt, and boost economic growth, Hunt delivered his first official Budget alongside the latest economic and fiscal outlook … Continue reading

Investment market update: January 2023

Published: February 3, 2023 by Jennifer Armstrong

Investors should expect further volatility in the markets in 2023, experts suggest. Economies around the world are facing recession due to factors including high inflation and rising interest rates. The International Monetary Fund’s Kristalina Georgieva predicts that a third of … Continue reading

Millions of fixed-rate mortgages are ending. Discover 6 practical steps you can take now

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

Over the last year, interest rates have increased from historic lows. Fixed-rate mortgage payers that have been shielded from the rises so far could find their outgoings rise if their deal ends in 2023.  The Bank of England increased its … Continue reading

International Women’s Day: 5 things you could do to improve your long-term financial wellbeing

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is “embrace equity”. While huge strides have been made in improving financial independence for women, there’s still a significant gap. It could harm your overall wellbeing and your options in the future.  If … Continue reading