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A fifth of Brits are cooking every meal from scratch during the lockdown, says new data

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A study of 2,000 adults found more than half have been experimenting and using extra ingredients in their cooking more often since the call to stay at home. This has led to the nation rediscovering the joys of home cooking, with the average household now spending almost seven hours a week cooking their meals – […]

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The heat is on: smart meters cause thermo-spats

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SMART thermostats are sparking bitter heating arguments between couples – according to livid Mumsnet users. The gadgets, made by companies including Nest and Hive, allow homeowners to control the temperature of their properties via their smartphone. They’re a good way to cut down on your energy bills, with the Energy Saving Trust claiming a smart […]

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Only 12% of Millennials think they could afford to raise children

STARTING a family is not top of the agenda for young Brits today, according to new research. Three quarters of 18 to 30-year-olds surveyed made the judgement based on their cashflow situation and as a result, were focusing foremost, on their career. The poll of 2,000 people showed only a meagre 12% thought they could […]

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