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egg safety guidelines

It's safe for pregnant women and children to eat soft-boiled eggs

The Food Standards Agency issues guidelines on egg safety. Here's everything you need to know

26 April 2024
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Think Rich: How to control credit card spending

Need to stop the eager spending and focus on long-term money-saving goals? Here’s Good Housekeeping’s lesson…

26 February 2018
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Think Rich: Why timing your savings is important

Need to stop the eager spending and focus on long-term money-saving goals? Here are Good Housekeeping’s lessons…

06 February 2018
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What to do if you haven't saved enough for your pension

If retirement is just around the corner, and you’re not ready, here’s what you need to do now.

23 January 2018
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Think Rich: how to budget for your future

Need to stop the eager spending and focus on long-term money-saving goals? Here’s Good Housekeeping’s lesson…
22 January 2018
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The biggest financial pitfall to avoid when getting divorced

As divorce rates skyrocket among the over-60s, here is the most important step you must take to protect your financial future...

02 November 2017
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The ultimate Good Housekeeping guide to Christmas food

We've tested 316 festive treats to find the very best for your Christmas table...
18 October 2017
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The social media rules you should follow

How to not annoy your friends... virtually AND in real life
29 September 2017
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The one piece of advice a money expert would pass on to their kids

Three money saving gurus share the one piece of advice they'd pass on to their children, and the best thing their parents taught them...
12 September 2017
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A quick autumn blitz could burn 600 calories!

Get started on your September sort-out and keep fit at the same time!
05 September 2017
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Why young women are the best at saving

Forget splashing money on smashed avocados on toast, millennial women are actually better at saving than their elders, according to new Good Housekeeping research
23 August 2017
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Why you might be retiring later than you thought

The government announced today that state pension ages will rise faster than expected. Here's what you need to know.
19 July 2017
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No more sneaky charges for paying by credit or debit card

Consumers could save millions of pounds thanks to a new ban on charges for paying by credit or debit card
19 July 2017
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The best and worst banks revealed

Happy with your current account? Find out how your bank compares here...
27 June 2017
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​Five political questions we all need the answer to

Between Brexit, an inconclusive General Election and a delayed Queen’s Speech, what exactly is going on in the world of UK politics? GH explains all.
15 June 2017
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Coalition government: trouble ahead for consumers

Election uncertainty spells trouble for the economy… Here’s how to protect yourself
09 June 2017
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How we saved £2,000 on a Summer holiday

The brilliant money-saving hacks you need for a cheaper break...
30 May 2017
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3 reasons women should be investing

Not investing yet? Here's what you need to know...

24 May 2017
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Register by midnight if you want to vote in the general election

Here are all the deadlines you need to know to vote in the 2017 General Election
22 May 2017
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The truth about student debt

What’s really going on with student loans? With help from money guru Martin Lewis, GH investigates...
17 May 2017
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The trick to delegating household chores

With more than two-thirds of women now employed, you’d think the days of us shouldering the majority of household chores would be well and truly over. Well wake up and smell the disinfectant! Our new survey reveals that we’re still doing more than our fair share.
10 May 2017
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How to be your own travel agent

Now you get the same protection as the professionals, here’s how to plan a getaway so you can jet off worry free...
31 March 2017
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​Samsung to refurbish and resell exploding Galaxy Note 7 phones

Samsung will refurbish some of the four million Galaxy Note 7 phones recalled over exploding battery fears
28 March 2017
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Pension age pushed further away

A new Government review into the state pension age means 6 million of us may have to work until 68 before we can retire
23 March 2017
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We're a nation of gin lovers!

Soya milk, cycling helmets and gin were among the biggest consumer trends in 2016...
15 March 2017
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Five steps to financial equality

On International Women’s Day, the consumer experts at Good Housekeeping identify five steps we should all take towards financial equality
08 March 2017
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The clock is ticking on PPI claims - why you must act now

If you took out a loan, had a credit card, overdraft, mortgage or even a store card in the past 10 years it's likely someone tried to offer you PPI. Now you're running out of time to get your money back
07 March 2017
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​Never get taken in by a free trial again

Chancellor Philip Hammond is cracking down on subscription traps, here’s what it means for you…
06 March 2017
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Why your TV licence is about to get more expensive

For the first time since 2010 the cost of your TV licence will go up. Here's everything you need to know...
01 March 2017
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​Philip Green’s £363m pensions settlement: what it means for you

The Pensions Regulator will force Sir Philip Green to cough up £363m to pay for the BHS pension scheme. GH explains what this means for you
01 March 2017
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How Nick Hewer and Esther Rantzen are taking on the scammers

The celebrities working to stop the scammers once and for all
21 February 2017
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​Puppy love: Brits set to spend £27 million on Valentine’s Day gifts for pets

The cat’s out of the bag: One in five people splash out on Valentine’s Day gifts for a pet
14 February 2017
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Three good reasons to stock up on champagne now

Bad news for sparkling wine lovers as the triple threat of Brexit, inflation and alcohol duty is likely to push prices higher
14 February 2017
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​The TV manufacturing scandal that could be costing you hundreds

Manufacturers accused of cheating on energy efficiency tests costing consumers €10.5bn a year
09 February 2017
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Waitrose to close at least five stores

Waitrose is planning to close five stores in a move that could put 500 jobs at risk.
09 February 2017
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Why it’s time to ditch your premium bonds

NS&I will pay £5.7m less in prizes from May… So is it time to cash in your premium bonds?
08 February 2017
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Six ways to make downsizing pay

The Government has plans to encourage us to downsize… follow these tips to make your move pay!
06 February 2017
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Over-50s stung by rising car insurance premiums

Car insurance premiums have risen by 34% in three years but it’s still possible to get a great deal if you follow these tips…
27 January 2017
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Three things you must ask before you you take your pension

If you want to take advantage of the pensions freedoms to get hold of some cash, make sure you've asked yourself these three questions first!
26 January 2017
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​The new Post Office deal that will make weekend banking easier for everyone

Frustrated by the banks being closed on a Sunday? Fortunately, this could be a thing of the past thanks to the Post Office
25 January 2017
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The Supreme Court ruling on Brexit explained

The Supreme Court has ruled that an act of parliament must be passed before Theresa May can trigger Article 50. Good Housekeeping answers all your questions…
24 January 2017
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Why Brexit is making your coffee more expensive

The cost of Nescafé coffee has shot up by 14% because of Brexit...
23 January 2017
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​Top tips for weathering the courgette crisis

Bad news if you love your courgetti… Supermarkets up and down the country are facing a courgette catastrophe. Here’s how to cope.
19 January 2017
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​The childcare mistake that could be costing grandparents £4,600

If you look after a grandchild, you could be eligible for National Insurance credits towards your state pension. Find out if you’re missing out…

18 January 2017
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More depressing news for Southern Rail customers

As if the constant travel delays weren’t bad enough, now Southern Rail is depressing property prices as well…
12 January 2017
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Why Mr Kipling cakes are about to get more expensive

Mr Kipling cakes, Oxo stock cubes and Bisto instant gravy could get more expensive as a result of Brexit
11 January 2017
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Tesco announces 1,000 redundancies

The supermarket is looking to streamline operations, winding down two distribution centres and axing 1,000 jobs
10 January 2017
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Five ways to beat the rail price hikes

With rail prices set to rise even higher, follow these tips to beat the hikes
05 January 2017
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How to make the most of supermarkets slashing prices

Supermarkets, including Morrisons, may be cutting prices but savvy shoppers must still shop around
03 January 2017
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How to make sure your carpets survive New Year's Eve

If you're hosting a New Year's Eve party this year, make sure your evening isn't ruined by unexpected spillages...
27 December 2016
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How to stay safe when paying by contactless card

New research suggests contactless payments are overtaking cash in popularity. Here's how to stay safe when using 'tap and pay' technology...
27 December 2016
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Are there too many Starbucks on the high street?

From property prices to phishing scams, GH talks to Share Radio about the biggest new stories of the day.
08 December 2016
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​How to decide where to shop for Christmas dinner

More people than ever will be shopping at Aldi and Lidl for Christmas dinner this year, but how do you know which is the right supermarket for you?
07 December 2016
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Go to Aldi for the best value Christmas dinner

Good Housekeeping’s annual Christmas basket research shows Aldi is the best supermarket for a low-cost Christmas feast
29 November 2016
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Why the state pension might be further away than you feared

The state pension age might be increasing, so it’s more important to be pensions prepared than ever
29 November 2016
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Why savvy shoppers are doing Black Friday online

Take advantage of all the Black Friday sales without any of the hassle, drama and fist fights...
24 November 2016
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Watchdog cracks down on price fixing ahead of Black Friday

A government watchdog has warned online retailers against cheating consumers by price fixing, ahead of the black Friday sales
24 November 2016
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Why motorists will be £130 a year better off

The Autumn statement was a bit of a mixed bag for drivers, so at Good Housekeeping we’ve crunched the numbers to find out how it will affect your finances
23 November 2016
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Don't fall foul of the government's new pensions rule

The government has made the rules around accessing your pension even more complicated... here's to make sure you don't come a cropper.
23 November 2016
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Autumn Statement: Letting fees ban spells bad news for landlords

Philip Hammond will announce a ban on letting agents fees in today's Autumn Statement, but how will it impact you?
23 November 2016
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Autumn statement: Could this be the end to pensions cold calling?

Soon pensions cold calling will be illegal… here’s what you need to know
18 November 2016
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How your energy company is ripping you off

Your energy company is making seven times more profit from you than official figures suggest... switch now to avoid overpaying
15 November 2016
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M&S to close 60 high street stores

Could the closure of dozens of M&S stores be the final nail in the high street coffin?
14 November 2016
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How safe is your baby's car seat really?

New research warns that overusing car seats can cause breathing difficulties in very young babies, follow these tips to minimise the risks...
14 November 2016
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