Older people are increasingly struggling when it comes to managing their money, new research has revealed.

In a bid to get to grips with their money management, an increasing number of people are looking to make use of two wheels instead of four, it has been reported.

They may just be nipping out on a quick journey, but those motorists who constantly go on short driving trips could be putting their finances under pressure in the long run.

Despite often being a time of year that is filled with gift-giving and a busy social calendar, a significant number of Britons are looking to cut back on their spending this Christmas.

With the credit crisis clamping down on consumers' finances, people are taking steps to curb their expenditure.

Plans by the government to relax planning permission legislation are seeing a significant number of Britons express a desire to improve their homes, a new study shows.

With the darker winter months creeping in consumers should be aware that their property is set to be under threat, it has been reported.

With October half-term school holiday on the horizon, many Britons may be looking towards taking a break from the stresses of modern life by choosing to spend a little time abroad. However, Tesco Travel Insurance reports that - whatever their destination -there a number of ways that those going away can limit any unnecessary pressures on their spending and be able to make some "savvy savings".

As banks across the world fail, unemployment rates increase and the credit crunch makes its presence felt, the economic downturn could be leaving many Britons worrying about more than just their finances.

As the credit crisis rumbles on, not only may consumers find they are struggling with their money management now but could also face greater problems doing so in the future, it has been suggested.

With the autumn half-term holiday looming, those families which are looking to enjoy the break by going on vacation are increasingly demanding for value for money, it has been reported.

With the domestic league taking a break, a significant number of football fans are to turn their attention towards getting behind the three lions, a new study shows.