Cost of living crisis

Councillor Liz Terry (Labour, Coley), the leader of Reading Borough Council, and the upgraded civic centre and library building in Bridge Street.

Cost of living crisis

More help available for struggling families than you might think

Matt Rodda, the Labour MP for Reading East, newly appointed Shadow Minister for Artificial

Matt Rodda, the Labour MP for Reading East, newly appointed Shadow Minister for Artificial

Cost of living crisis

Longest serving MP in Reading celebrates removal of two-child benefit cap

Yuan Yang, the Labour MP for Earley and Woodley at the Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading.

Yuan Yang, the Labour MP for Earley and Woodley at the Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading.

Cost of living crisis

MP outlines support available to tackle cost of living

Ed Miliband, the Labour energy secretary with Matt Rodda, the Labour MP for Reading Central and council leader Liz Terry at the Arthur Hill Flats in Kings Road, East Reading.

Ed Miliband, the Labour energy secretary with Matt Rodda, the Labour MP for Reading Central and council leader Liz Terry at the Arthur Hill Flats in Kings Road, East Reading.

Affordable housing

Ed Miliband visits council flat to champion affordable, energy efficient homes

Reading Labour MPs Matt Rodda, Yuan Yang and Olivia Bailey with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

Reading Labour MPs Matt Rodda, Yuan Yang and Olivia Bailey with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

Cost of living crisis

Tackling cost of living crisis and improving road safety on MP's agenda

Guests at the first meeting of Your Party in Reading at Watlington House Hall.

Guests at the first meeting of Your Party in Reading at Watlington House Hall.

Cost of living crisis

Your Party branch launched as socialists rail against cuts and 'parasitic landlords'

Councillor Rob White (Green, Park), leader of the opposition at Reading Borough Council.

Councillor Rob White (Green, Park), leader of the opposition at Reading Borough Council.

Cost of living crisis

Reading councillor decries 'Awful April' as people feel strain in cost of living

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis said the State Pension check could

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis said the State Pension check could

Cost of living crisis

Martin Lewis pension alert ahead of deadline to boost pensions by up to £10,000

A Lifetime ISA or LISA can be used for property or retirement

A Lifetime ISA or LISA can be used for property or retirement

Cost of living crisis

Everyone under 40 urged to 'act now' to not miss out on £11,000 in free cash

The increase means that a typical household in England, Scotland and Wales will now pay £1,849 on average for energy

The increase means that a typical household in England, Scotland and Wales will now pay £1,849 on average for energy

Cost of living crisis

Household energy bills £750 higher than 5 years ago, campaigners warn

Energy bills are set to rise again in April, with the latest forecast suggesting a 5 per cent hike for typical household energy bills

Energy bills are set to rise again in April, with the latest forecast suggesting a 5 per cent hike for typical household energy bills

Cost of living crisis

The exact date you should turn your heating off as energy bills set to rise again

Forecasters expect Ofgem to reveal that the typical household energy bill will rise by 5%, or £85, to £1,823.

Forecasters expect Ofgem to reveal that the typical household energy bill will rise by 5%, or £85, to £1,823.

Cost of living crisis

Energy bills set to rise 5 per cent in April, new forecast predicts

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the DWP Winter Fuel Payment.

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the DWP Winter Fuel Payment.

Cost of living crisis

Pensions minister issues update on DWP Winter Fuel Payment cuts

Councillor Liz Terry (Labour, Coley) the leader of Reading Borough Council. Credit: Reading Borough Council Official Portrait

Councillor Liz Terry (Labour, Coley) the leader of Reading Borough Council. Credit: Reading Borough Council Official Portrait

Cost of living crisis

What Reading council is doing to help struggling families this Christmas

Martin Lewis, founder of MoneySavingExpert.com, said the best option would be to slash standing charges within the price cap

Martin Lewis, founder of MoneySavingExpert.com, said the best option would be to slash standing charges within the price cap

Cost of living crisis

Energy firms told to offer 'zero standing charge' tariffs under Ofgem plans

The Ofgem energy price cap does not set the maximum a household will pay for their energy but limits the amount providers can charge them per unit

The Ofgem energy price cap does not set the maximum a household will pay for their energy but limits the amount providers can charge them per unit

Cost of living crisis

Energy bills predicted to rise further in April ahead of January hike

Child Benefit is worth £1,331 a year for the first child and £881 a year for each additional child

Child Benefit is worth £1,331 a year for the first child and £881 a year for each additional child

Cost of living crisis

HMRC issues Christmas Child Benefit warning as parents urged to act now

Multiple energy companies have announced that they will pause charges for electricity at points over the festive season, including Christmas Day

Multiple energy companies have announced that they will pause charges for electricity at points over the festive season, including Christmas Day

All the energy companies offering free or cheaper electricity this Christmas

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the DWP Winter Fuel Payment.

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the DWP Winter Fuel Payment.

Cost of living crisis

Two-week warning for pensioners as Winter Fuel Payment deadline approaches

Multiple energy firms have announced that they will pause charges for electricity at points over the festive season, including Christmas Day

Multiple energy firms have announced that they will pause charges for electricity at points over the festive season, including Christmas Day

Cost of living crisis

Multiple energy firms offering free electricity for customers this Christmas

Cost-of-living experts have come up with some simple financial steps that could slash household bills by around £2,827 -a-year

Cost-of-living experts have come up with some simple financial steps that could slash household bills by around £2,827 -a-year

Cost of living crisis

8 simple changes to cut £3,000 off your household bills this Christmas

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the Winter Fuel Payment.

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the Winter Fuel Payment.

Cost of living crisis

Winter Fuel Payment deadline approaches - what you need to do to get £300 boost

DWP Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claimants will see their payments automatically increase next year

DWP Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claimants will see their payments automatically increase next year

Cost of living crisis

DWP PIP change to payments this month ahead of benefit increase next year

More than ten million pensioners will miss out on the DWP Winter Fuel Payment compared to previous years.

More than ten million pensioners will miss out on the DWP Winter Fuel Payment compared to previous years.

Cost of living crisis

DWP issues major Winter Fuel Payment update for 1.3 million pensioners

More than 214,000 people are missing out on thousands of pounds through Child Benefits support from HMRC.

More than 214,000 people are missing out on thousands of pounds through Child Benefits support from HMRC.

Cost of living crisis

Thousands eligible for £2,200 cost of living boost but missing out - how to apply

With energy costs rising, what grants are available to Brits who may be in need of extra financial support this winter?

With energy costs rising, what grants are available to Brits who may be in need of extra financial support this winter?

Cost of living crisis

Six grants you can claim to help with energy bills this winter

Recipients of Universal Credit, Child Benefit, Personal Independence Payments (PIP), Pension Credit and more will all see their regular payments increase

Recipients of Universal Credit, Child Benefit, Personal Independence Payments (PIP), Pension Credit and more will all see their regular payments increase

Cost of living crisis

Benefit payments set to increase including Universal Credit, PIP & Child Benefit

Council Tax is set to rise again, with an average increase of £100 due next year

Council Tax is set to rise again, with an average increase of £100 due next year

Cost of living crisis

Council Tax bills set to rise by an average of £100 in the new year

Pensioners face having to fill in a 243-question application to claim pension credit, which will unlock winter fuel payments of up to £300

Pensioners face having to fill in a 243-question application to claim pension credit, which will unlock winter fuel payments of up to £300

Cost of living crisis

Ministers considering new changes to £300 DWP Winter Fuel Payment

Liz Terry, the leader of Reading Borough Council, with the council offices in the background.

Liz Terry, the leader of Reading Borough Council, with the council offices in the background.

Cost of living crisis

Welcome boost as thousands in Reading receive cost of living payments

Maeve Flanagan, general manager at Apex Plaza and Lorraine Briffitt, CEO of Connect Reading at the cycle-athon at Apex Plaza.

Maeve Flanagan, general manager at Apex Plaza and Lorraine Briffitt, CEO of Connect Reading at the cycle-athon at Apex Plaza.

Central Reading

Cycle in to help out! Reading charity holds cycle-athon to help struggling families

The Reading Borough Council offices in Bridge Street. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service

The Reading Borough Council offices in Bridge Street. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service

Cost of living crisis

Applications open for cost of living support in Reading in £1 million pot

Household Support fund

Household Support fund

Cost of living crisis

Reading households to get £125 for cost of living support

The Hewlett Packard Pensioners Association protest outside the Hewlett Packard Enterprise offices in Winnersh Triangle business park. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service

The Hewlett Packard Pensioners Association protest outside the Hewlett Packard Enterprise offices in Winnersh Triangle business park. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service

Cost of living crisis

Former employees take on huge HP company in protest over pension dispute

The DWP Winter Fuel Payment provides energy bill support worth up to £600, with applications opening in a matter of weeks

The DWP Winter Fuel Payment provides energy bill support worth up to £600, with applications opening in a matter of weeks

Cost of living crisis

Millions eligible for £600 energy bill support this winter - how to apply

According to the YouGov poll, not everyone has the right to afford rent

According to the YouGov poll, not everyone has the right to afford rent

Cost of living crisis

'Shocking' YouGov poll shows the UK is 'full of horrible, spiteful people'

How funding to support the most needy families and individuals will be allocated has been agreed in Reading. Credit: James Aldridge, LDRS / Reading Borough Council

How funding to support the most needy families and individuals will be allocated has been agreed in Reading. Credit: James Aldridge, LDRS / Reading Borough Council

Support vouchers dispatched to needy families and people in Reading

The list of companies being named and shamed included major high street brands, such as Argos, Lloyds Pharmacy, WHSmith and Marks and Spencer

The list of companies being named and shamed included major high street brands, such as Argos, Lloyds Pharmacy, WHSmith and Marks and Spencer

Argos and WH Smith among 200 businesses named and shamed for not paying minimum wage

Waitrose is cutting prices on products including bread, mince, butter and tomato ketchup

Waitrose is cutting prices on products including bread, mince, butter and tomato ketchup

Cost of living crisis

Waitrose slashes prices on more than everyday 200 products including bread

The average price of fish and chips has risen to £9 in the UK

The average price of fish and chips has risen to £9 in the UK

Cost of living crisis

Price hike warning to anyone ordering fish and chips as cost soars

How to save money on your commute as train ticket prices rise again (PA)

How to save money on your commute as train ticket prices rise again (PA)

Your Money Matters

Cost of living crisis

Experts reveal how you can beat train fares as ticket prices rise once again

Morrisons announces major change to prices next week (PA)

Morrisons announces major change to prices next week (PA)

Your Money Matters

Cost of living crisis

Morrisons announces major change to prices amid cost of living shakeup

Leaving a device plugged in and switched on at the mains will use electricity, even if the device itself isn’t in use

Leaving a device plugged in and switched on at the mains will use electricity, even if the device itself isn’t in use

Cost of living crisis

6 appliances adding to your soaring energy bills due to simple mistake

The DWP have issued a warning to anyone expecting cost of living payments this year

The DWP have issued a warning to anyone expecting cost of living payments this year

Cost of living crisis

DWP £1,350 cost of living payment update - who is eligible & when you'll be paid

DWP. Picture: NORTHERN ECHO

DWP. Picture: NORTHERN ECHO

Cost of living crisis

Households will receive £65 payment to help with cost of living crisis

RBC leader Jason Brock

RBC leader Jason Brock

Cost of living crisis

Reading council leader signposts cost of living support available

People who receive benefits and others will receive boosts thanks to the council's Cost of Living 'vouchers'.
Credit: Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire.

People who receive benefits and others will receive boosts thanks to the council's Cost of Living 'vouchers'.
Credit: Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire.

Cost of living crisis

Thousands of people in Reading benefit from cost of living payments

12 year-old Tori Harper-Spence has been left without school education. Credit: Stock image

12 year-old Tori Harper-Spence has been left without school education. Credit: Stock image

Cost of living crisis

Fears raised that schools in Reading could run out of money

Matt Rodda, Labour MP for Reading East. Credit: Office of Matt Rodda MP

Matt Rodda, Labour MP for Reading East. Credit: Office of Matt Rodda MP

Cost of living crisis

MP launches cost of living crisis survey to find out how people are struggling

Matt Rodda, Labour MP for Reading East, visit the Weller Centre in Caversham, pictured with Alex Mowczan, centre manager and former Reading mayor Richard Stainthorp. Credit: Office of Matt Rodda MP

Matt Rodda, Labour MP for Reading East, visit the Weller Centre in Caversham, pictured with Alex Mowczan, centre manager and former Reading mayor Richard Stainthorp. Credit: Office of Matt Rodda MP

Cost of living crisis

Reading MP visits community centre battling cost of living crisis

RBC leader Jason Brock

RBC leader Jason Brock

Conservative Party

Reading council leader blasts government over tax u-turn, warm spaces and more

Energy customers could get £100 for cutting energy use in new scheme

Energy customers could get £100 for cutting energy use in new scheme

Cost of living crisis

Energy customers could get £100 for cutting energy use in new scheme

Councillor Jason Brock (Labour, Southcote), leader of Reading Borough Council

Councillor Jason Brock (Labour, Southcote), leader of Reading Borough Council

Conservative Party

Council leader's sympathy for households amid huge increase in energy prices

$Meri O\'Connell, Liberal Democrat candidate for the Tilehurst ward. Credit: Reading Liberal Democrats$ $Meri O\'Connell, Liberal Democrat candidate for the Tilehurst ward. Credit: Reading Liberal Democrats$

Cost of living crisis

Liberal Democrats plan to save Reading households nearly £2000 amid cost of living crisis