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06/10/2023

World Mental Health Day 2023: know where to turn for support

The theme of this year’s event, which takes place on October 10, is “mental health is a human right” in a bid to encourage people to be more open about their struggles. Recognising the importance ...

27/09/2023

Sober October: Find out how much you could save this year!

As we leave summer and head into autumn, sunny beer garden beverages have left bank accounts dry and in need of some seasonal saving in the run up to Christmas. For anyone interested in improving ...

21/09/2023

Festive countdown: less than 100 days until Christmas

With less than 100 days to go until December 25th, thoughts are slowly starting to turn to preparing for the big day. And as people across the country continue to grapple with the cost-of-living crisis, ...

04/08/2023

How to apply for government crisis loan online

The cost of living in the UK has risen in the past few years and more households than ever before are struggling to make ends meet. This has led to an increase in the amount ...

02/08/2023

£1 million cost of living support for islanders 

Delivered through the Islands Cost Crisis Emergency Fund the financial support hopes to help manage some of the unique cost of living challenges faced by people living on Scotland’s islands.  The funding announcement comes as ...

05/07/2023

How much could your old Barbie dolls be worth?

The upcoming movie, premiering on July 21st in the UK, is exciting for fans and collectors alike, with nostalgia proving popular for the auction price of Barbie dolls. Carrington Dean looked at eBay purchasing trends ...

05/07/2023

New data reveals Scottish frontline workers are faced with average debt of £15,753

As the NHS celebrates its 75th birthday today (July 5), new Carrington Dean research reveals the staggering average debt levels for frontline workers in Scotland are £15,753, compared to a national average of £16,422. Our recent ...

30/06/2023

5 ways parents can slash the cost of school summer holidays

To mark the start o the summer holidays, Carrington Dean has launched its new Summer Holiday Survival Guide, to help parents and guardians on a tight budget find ways to have fun with their children, ...

09/06/2023

Libras most likely to tip into debt says new star-sign spending study

Interest in the stars is rising, whether we’re turning to TikTok to find our #MoonPhaseSoulmate or checking our daily Co-Star horoscopes to plan our day – but a new study has shown how when you ...