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Third of Londoners suffer 'hygiene poverty'
“No-one should miss out on opportunities because they can’t afford soap or period products,” says charity In Kind Direct. Source link
Price increase on school meals will 'acutely' affect children in poverty
The cost of a school dinner for primary and special school pupils will go up by 50p from £2.60 to £3.10. Source link
Will we see signs of economic growth in 2026?
Foodbank use and the fortunes of the hospitality trade will show if things are getting better or worse. Source link
Dreading going back to work? How to ease the post-Christmas return
Career coaches and leaders share practical advice for managing anxiety and overload after the break. Source link
Practical tips to save on energy bills this winter
As the temperature drops, here are some tips to help save money on your energy bills. Source link
'People are choosing between feeding their pets or themselves'
Two pet food banks speak about helping pet owners struggling to feed their animals. Source link
How K-beauty went from a viral trend to an economic powerhouse
Inside the K-beauty industry that has made South Korea a major player in worldwide beauty market. Source link
Charity provides hot lunches as temperatures drop
Good Shepherd supports people all year round but the work is “even more important” in winter. Source link
US slashes proposed tariffs on Italian pasta imports
The plan to impose steep tariffs on 13 producers could have seen major price rises for US consumers. Source link
FTSE 100 hits 10,000 mark for first time
A rally on the first trading day of the new year has taken London’s main share index through the milestone. Source link