People owe more money for gas and electricity bills than ever before. New calculations from the energy consultancy firm Baringa reveal the average typical energy debt is £1,500 – that’s up £300 in a year. The total owed to energy companies is 3.8 billion pounds, which is almost double what it was two years ago.…
Households are braced for a fresh round of bill hikes in April – and some may have to dip into savings or perhaps even go further into debt to cover expenses. If you’re slipping further into the red, support is available, and Debt Awareness Week (March 24 to 30 2025) encourages those with money worries…
In a statement released to correspondents in New York, the UN denounced the Houthis’ targeting of merchant and commercial vessels in the key waterway which includes the Suez Canal and reported attacks against military vessels. The UN is concerned about the continued threats by the Houthis to resume their attacks targeting merchant and commercial vessels…
Energy prices are rising faster than benefits, wages or pensions, meaning the amount that UK households owe to energy suppliers – their energy debt – is also likely to grow. On April 1 2025, the energy price cap, which is the maximum amount suppliers can charge, will rise by 6.4%. This is the third consecutive…
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Student debts would be slashed by 20 per cent under the latest part of the federal government’s election pitch to ease cost of living pressures for young Australians. A university graduate with the average debt of $27,600 would see about $5,520 wiped from their outstanding loan next year under a re-elected Albanese government. The waiving…
What has been described as an “unprecedented level of debt,” the harsh economy has many Aussies struggling. As 2025 kicks off, one lender noted that brokers can help clients get their finances in order. January is a troublesome time of year. Many are coming back to work after spending in excess over the break. In…
Trigger warning: the following article contains references to suicide; please avoid reading if you are disturbed by the subject. Tears brim in Edire Laxmi’s bloodshot eyes as she stands outside the gate of the house where her son took his last breath. “I cannot open the door and see inside. It is too traumatic,” murmurs…
Himachal Pradesh’s heavy reliance on Central financial assistance, coupled with the failure of successive Congress and BJP governments to establish sustainable revenue streams, has led to a deep fiscal crisis. Unchecked debt accumulation — Rs 13,442.56 crore under the BJP in 2013-14, Rs 47,906.21 crore during the Congress tenure in 2018-19, and Rs 63,735.61 crore…
Aurangzeb pushes for debt relief, fair trade at Boao Forum – Daily Times We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.OkPrivacy policy Read…