Employees who are paid early at Christmas may be affected by the design of the Universal Credit (UC) system whereby claimants may be treated as receiving two monthly wages in

Over a third of adults in Northern Ireland will struggle with the cost of Christmas this year, with almost a fifth putting themselves into debt to fund their festive spending.

The All-Party Group on Harm Related to Gambling has welcomed the Chancellor’s decision to increase tax rates on online gambling. The Group described the measure as a “positive and necessary

A few weeks ago, Belfast City Council completed purchase of the historic Assembly Rooms on the Four Corners. It was a positive, uplifting decision that had cross party-political support and

The chill in the air isn’t just seasonal—it’s fiscal. All signs now point to a tough Budget from Chancellor Rachel Reeves, who appears to have little choice but to raise

I know it’s unthinkable…but someday you will retire! Most publications are full of fabulous articles covering the cut and thrust of a high-octane career. But what happens when you’ve hit

With heavy flooding causing severe damage to homes in Northern Ireland recently, households are being warned they risk having their insurance policies cancelled or claims denied if they ignore important

Every city thrives when people feel safe, welcome, and proud of the place they live, work, and visit. At LQ BID (a place-making organisation representing 300 businesses south of city

Over 36,000 drivers in Northern Ireland failed to turn up for their car MOT appointments over the last year, according to new figures. Despite public frustration over the lengthy delays

The fish and chip shop has been a symbol of everyday life in Northern Ireland forever -affordable, familiar, and rooted in our communities. But today, the simple fish supper tells