Monthly Archives: September 2023
What Is A Financial Counselor?
Handling money matters can be complicated and confusing. If this sounds like the situation you’re in, you may want to seek help from a financial counselor. A financial counselor—often someone who’s earned professional certification—can help you shape up your finances.
Train drivers strikes could continue in to Christmas, as fresh disruption begins
The leader of the train drivers’ union has not ruled out strike action continuing in to Christmas.
England’s single use plastics ban does not tackle takeaway boxes, warns Greenpeace
Plastic cutlery is banned under new rules but plastic containers for takeaway and shop bought meals are not.
Campaigners call for more energy support for vulnerable households
Charities and consumer groups say many people will struggle to pay their energy bills again this winter.
Working part-time at uni risks worsening inequalities, warns thinktank
As the cost of living rises nearly half of universities now promote part-time jobs on their websites.
Average five-year mortgage drops below 6%
The typical rate for a five-year mortgage has fallen to 5.99% after interest rates were held.
Retirees Mourn the Loss of USW International President Tom Conway
The following statement was issued by Robert Roach, Jr., President of the Alliance for Retired Americans, regarding the passing of United Steelworkers International President Tom Conway: “The labor movement has lost a champion of workers and a relentless advocate for
Striking the Right Balance: Managing Student Loans while Saving for Retirement
Managing your student loans while saving for retirement can feel like an uphill battle. Although it can be a long and complex process, there are many ways to fast-track it. If you make the right choices, you can boost your
The deep rooted problem holding back the UK economy
The UK has an underinvestment crisis – our future prosperity depends on this changing.