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Paying more for less? What is shrinkflation and why do you need to know about it

Paying more for less? What is shrinkflation and why do you need to know about it

Shrinkflation happens when a product reduces in weight, volume or quantity while the price remains unchanged, or rises only slightly.

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Prezzo 99p pizza and pasta on Blue Monday + see how to get discounted Prezzo all year round

Prezzo 99p pizza and pasta on Blue Monday + see how to get discounted Prezzo all year round

For one day only, you can tuck into classic Italian dishes for just 99p, and if you love Prezzo, we'll tell you how to get 10% off your bill all year round.

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Saving for a rainy day - how to build an emergency fund in 2026

Saving for a rainy day - how to build an emergency fund in 2026

Around 1 in 10 people in the UK have no savings at all, while 21% have less than £1,000 tucked away according to the FCA; even a small emergency pot puts you ahead of the game.

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6 unusual side hustles to try in 2026 -  and how much you can earn

6 unusual side hustles to try in 2026 - and how much you can earn

Whether you’re snapping photos, flipping furniture, or bottling fresh air (yes, really), these ideas could put a few quid in your pocket and a grin on your face.

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Cheapflation is on the rise - the silent squeeze on budget food shopping

Cheapflation is on the rise - the silent squeeze on budget food shopping

Cheap doesn’t reliably mean good value anymore. In fact, it’s often where shoppers are being squeezed the hardest.

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January decluttering? Don't donate this yet: the everyday items that could be worth £50+

January decluttering? Don't donate this yet: the everyday items that could be worth £50+

Some of the most ordinary things people donate, chuck or sell for pennies are quietly worth decent money.

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Top jobs in 2026 where you don’t need experience

Top jobs in 2026 where you don’t need experience

Here are seven jobs where you can start fresh in 2026 - no experience or qualifications needed.

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7 money saving challenges to try in 2026

7 money saving challenges to try in 2026

These challenges aren’t magic and won’t make you rich overnight. But they can help you build a savings habit.

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 National Divorce Day: the money admin that helps you feel steady again

National Divorce Day: the money admin that helps you feel steady again

Money can feel overwhelming after a divorce – not because you’re bad with it, but because it stops being a team sport and a lot of your assumptions of your overall financial picture will have changed.

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Save over £1,000 with the 52 week challenge - see how

Save over £1,000 with the 52 week challenge - see how

Stick with it and by the end of the year, you’ll have £1,378 in your pot; that’s a tidy sum for Christmas, a weekend away, or just peace of mind.

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  The match-the-spend challenge: enjoy the coffee, save the same amount

The match-the-spend challenge: enjoy the coffee, save the same amount

If every money tip you’ve ever seen starts with “stop buying coffee”, this one is going to feel refreshingly realistic.

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Sunshine Saturday - see how you can save extra on your summer holiday

Sunshine Saturday - see how you can save extra on your summer holiday

If you’re thinking of booking a holiday right about now, you’re in good company. But is January the best time to nab a cheap deal?

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The Found Money Challenge: stop letting savings disappear at checkout

The Found Money Challenge: stop letting savings disappear at checkout

Before you buy anything non-essential, you take one extra step to check for cashback, discounts or vouchers, then save whatever doesn't get spent.

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The round-up challenge: saving money without noticing (or suffering)

The round-up challenge: saving money without noticing (or suffering)

It’s about quietly siphoning money out of your day-to-day spending without having to make a big, dramatic decision every month.

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ASOS cracks down on returns - what's changed and why it's frustrating

ASOS cracks down on returns - what's changed and why it's frustrating

Whether this change leads to better buying decisions, fewer purchases, or a shift towards cheaper fashion is the part retailers should be watching very closely.

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Eurostar sale: round trip to Paris for under £70? Save more with PlusSave

Eurostar sale: round trip to Paris for under £70? Save more with PlusSave

See how you can get even cheaper return train tickets during the Eurostar sale.

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Weather Wednesday: the viral savings trend, and the version that actually works long term

Weather Wednesday: the viral savings trend, and the version that actually works long term

Weather-based saving works because it removes judgement. You’re not being “good” or “bad” with money, you’re responding to conditions.

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Great British Rail Sale - how to save big on train journeys

Great British Rail Sale - how to save big on train journeys

The Great British Rail Sale kicks off today (January 6) and lasts until January 12.

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