Monthly Archives: February 2022
IT problems causing BA cancellations and delays at Heathrow
BA apologises to customers for what it said had been a “very difficult week”.
Ukraine conflict: BP under pressure to sell stake in Russian firm
The oil giant’s boss is warned of UK government concerns about its “overexposure to Russian interests”.
Fears of UK food and fuel prices rising due to war
Economists say the rate at which prices rise in the UK could reach 8%, the highest level in 30 years.
Russia bans British airlines from its airspace
Russia says the move is a response to the UK’s ‘unfriendly’ decision to ban Aeroflot from the UK.
Being frugal as an end in itself
I am what you could call extremely frugal, but my reasons for being so are not strictly monetary. In fact my investment income alone exceeds my spending by almost 50%100%150% and yet I see no reason to become less frugal
KHN: As Covid Slogs On, Seniors Find Fortitude Waning and Malaise Growing
Late one night in January, Jonathan Coffino, 78, turned to his wife as they sat in bed. “I don’t know how much longer I can do this,” he said, glumly. Coffino was referring to the caution that’s come to define
The FIRE Movement Is Alive and Well
In the early days of the coronavirus pandemic, some called into question whether the Financial Independence, Retire Early movement would survive the recession and job losses that swept the country. The idea behind FIRE is to save and invest enough
What You Should Consider Including in Your Retirement Portfolio
When setting up a retirement plan, many of us have been taught that as a rule, we should save at least 10 to 15 percent of our annual pre-tax salary.
Ukraine crisis: Warning UK energy bills could top £3,000 a year
The conflict in Ukraine could push the energy price cap to £3,238 a year from October, a report warns.
‘Chaotic’ youth job scheme failing to deliver, MPs say
The £1.9bn plan to get youth into work has helped fewer people than predicted, a group of MPs says.