Banking arrangements that require customers to pay off their cheapest debts first could be damaging for consumers, it has been claimed.

Skiers are unlikely to give up their sports holiday breaks because it is their passion, it has been claimed.

Consumer debt is still rising and is a "big burden" for some consumers, according to the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR).

Households have been warned to make sure they reset their heating timers and thermostats following the clocks going back by one hour on Sunday.

ScottishPower has cut its gas and electricity bill prices by 2% for customers subscribing to its online energy plan.