NHS prescription charges frozen amid cost of living crisis to 'put money back in people’s pockets'

There will be "no increase in average household water bills" in the North West until at least April 2023, the boss of United Utilities has said.

Martin Lewis has revealed that he believes more ‘help’ from the government will be ‘targeted at those on lowest incomes’ through the cost of living crisis. Martin, speaking on a special live money saving show, said he spoke directly to the Chancellor this week.

From the shock of sudden redundancy in a cost of living crisis, to the excitement of a first step on the career ladder. Hundreds answered the call from Manchester Airport at a careers fair in Wythenshawe today (May 24) - each with their own reasons for hunting a new job.

Read More: Gogglebox fans gutted as cast favourites announce they're filming last episodeTim Campbell, the first ever The Apprentice winner said: "There are unwritten bylaws in a work environment. You must not have bad hygiene or bad manners, you don't want to be the person who takes the last bit of tea or doesn't replace the milk at the end of the day. "And you definitely don't want to be the workplace show off," he added explaining what he meant, "who comes in early, minimal clothes because they want to show off their tan.

An independent think tank founded by former Tory leader Sir Iain Duncan Smith has called on the government to provide an £700 emergency cash boost to help poorer families struggling under the pressures of soaring household costs.

Martin Lewis has revealed his 12-point plan to survive the crippling cost of living crisis after sounding the alarm for yet more eye-watering bill hikes.

Martin Lewis has revealed his 12-point plan to tackle the cost of living crisis which is affecting millions of households across the country. He urged the government to address the issue as he warned energy prices could be set to rocket by another 30 per cent by the end of the year.

As the cost of living crisis continues to rumble on, we want to hear where you think the roots of the problems lie. Households continue to feel the financial strain, with chancellor Rishi Sunak warning people of 'tough months ahead'.

Boris Johnson has been urged to “sack the chancellor” and take action to meet the cost of living crisis.

The average house price in the UK has risen by £24,000 in the year to March, according to new data.

With the cost of living crisis making an impact on almost everybody, you may be looking for quick and easy ways to cut back which won’t impact you as much. A seemingly simple thing to do which you may consider could be to cut your pension contributions. This is advised against, however, as it could seriously affect you in the long run.

Bakery chain Greggs has announced it is forced to increase prices of popular breakfast items due to inflation. The company said it was planning on implementing the changes "soon" with product prices set to increase by up to 10p.

viewer added that the struggled to see the point of the show talking about a well paid celebrity whilst the UK faces a cost of living crisis. They wrote on social media: "Just what I want to see during a cost of living crisis… Hollywoods hottest homes in worth millions" READ MORE: EastEnders legend Patsy Palmer's son is a rising Hollywood star who acted alongside Harry Styles, Tom Hardy and Gary Oldman A third said: "Tsk not multi million pound celebrity homes", whilst another wrote: "Just another of a number of items on #thismorning this week that are so out of touch with their audience. Who gives a s*** where celebrities live and the millions they can afford.

Boris Johnson has been urged to bring forward an emergency Budget to help families cope with the cost of living crisis. The prime minister, opening the Queen's Speech debate in the Commons, said he and Chancellor Rishi Sunak would be "saying more" about help for households in the "coming days" - but Treasury sources ruled out any immediate fiscal relief.

Homeowners living in the UK are considering leaving the country as the cost of living crisis continues. More and more Brits are now looking to emigrate abroad as a result of the rising cost of energy bills, interest rates, council tax, food and petrol prices.

Rising bills will lead Scots to turn to the "Bank of Mum and Dad" as the cost of living crisis mounts, an expert has warned.