When you think about where big budget movies are made, Hollywood probably comes to mind first. However, the film industry in the UK has been growing at a rapid pace. So, if you want to visit some of the locations used to shoot blockbuster films, there are plenty to choose from. According to the British […]

The cost of living is rising quicker than has been normal in the last few decades. Indeed, the last time inflation was this high was in the 1980s. So, what happened then compared to now? According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), inflation in the 12 months to May 2022 was 9.1%. As a […]

Last year, former chancellor Rishi Sunak announced that he would freeze Income Tax thresholds until 2026, and it means far more people will be paying the higher- or additional-rate tax in the future. Coupled with the freeze, it’s anticipated that wages will rise at a faster pace than expected thanks to high levels of inflation […]

The State Pension is often an important part of your retirement income, so should you top up your National Insurance contributions (NICs) to increase it? Even if you have other pensions or income in retirement, your State Pension can be valuable. As it’ll be paid from when you reach State Pension Age for the rest […]