Money Box Podcast
The latest news from the world of personal finance plus advice for those trying to make the most of their money.
Episodes to download
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Childcare Costs
Wed 19 Jun 2019
How to find affordable childcare for under 5’s and what financial help is available?
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Rent and Return
Wed 12 Jun 2019
Whether clothes or toys, the rising popularity of renting things instead of owning them
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Bridging the 'advice gap'
Sat 8 Jun 2019
How to make financial advice more appealing (and accessible) to those who need it
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The Cost of Music
Wed 29 May 2019
The cost of streaming music: how do services differ for listeners and musicians?
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Call for online 'credit curfews'
Sat 25 May 2019
Researchers say a ban on online borrowing between 11pm and 7am could protect consumers
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Rent - your flexible friend
Sat 11 May 2019
The housing association allowing residents to underpay and overpay their rent.
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The last free cashpoint in town
Sat 4 May 2019
The effect on communities of cash machines that charge.
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Ethical Investing
Wed 1 May 2019
Can you get a decent return on your cash while also doing good for society and the planet?
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The difficulties of renting on benefits
Sat 27 Apr 2019
'No benefit' rental clauses - should they be banned?
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Energy: Going Green
Wed 24 Apr 2019
How can households help save the planet whilst keeping energy bills affordable?
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The Costs of Being Single
Wed 17 Apr 2019
Nearly eight million people live alone in the UK. What are the financial challenges?
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Regulator warning for general insurance companies
Sat 13 Apr 2019
Financial regulator the FCA warns general insurance firms over customer treatment.
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The future of saving into a pension at work
Wed 10 Apr 2019
Are you saving into a pension at work? Has this happened via auto-enrolment?
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Are fraudsters getting away too easily?
Sat 6 Apr 2019
Police watchdog report highlights inconsistencies in dealing with fraud victims.
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The costs of winding up someone's affairs after they die
Wed 3 Apr 2019
Have you had to cope with sorting out a loved one's financial affairs after they die?
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London Capital & Finance. The report.
Sat 30 Mar 2019
Administrator's report finds 'highly suspicious transactions.'
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Making Tax Digital
Wed 27 Mar 2019
A big shake-up to the UK's tax system starts on 1 April. Join Louise Cooper and guests.
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Smart meter only energy tariffs
Sat 23 Mar 2019
Some of the cheapest energy tariffs are only available if you agree to have a smart meter.
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First-time buyers
Wed 20 Mar 2019
The number of first-time buyers is up, says chancellor Philip Hammond. Will it continue?
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Spring Statement 2019
Wed 13 Mar 2019
The Chancellor, Philip Hammond, gives a an update on the health of the UK economy.
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London Capital & Finance plc updates
Sat 9 Mar 2019
The marketing of the failed mini-bonds examined and the administrator updates investors.
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