Water Bills, Winter Fuel Payment Scam, Weaker Beer
A new report by the Consumer Council for Water shows that 40% of people may not be able to afford their water bills in future.
In December, Ofwat will make a decision on the maximum percentage increase on water bills over the next five years. A new report shows that 40% of people say they may not be able to afford them if they go up by just the minimum suggested amount.
We look at a scam that has been targeting people formerly eligible for winter fuel payments. The scam, which arrives in the form of a text message, is seeking to take advantage of people鈥檚 concerns around energy bills as we enter the colder months.
Have you noticed an influx of American fast food chains on your high street? We hear how changing tastes and social media trends are pushing established American brands into the UK market.
Last year, tax changes were introduced that mean breweries pay less alcohol duty on beers under 3.5%. Is this making beers weaker and what does it mean for the taste?
How long do you have before your television becomes obsolete? Some streaming apps such as iPlayer and Netflix are no longer compatible with televisions bought as recently as 2016. We hear why this is and what options you have if your television becomes incompatible.