In England, council tax bills have just risen by an average of 5%. In Scotland and Wales, it’s likely to have increased even more. In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? finance expert Matthew Jenkin, and Marcus Johns, senior research fellow at the Institute For Public Policy Research to discuss why bills have risen so much, and explain your options if you’re looking at reducing your costs. Read more about this year's council tax increases & sign up to our free weekly Money newsle...
Apr 03, 2025•34 min•Ep. 291
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we're revealing the dangers around shopping for goods on online marketplaces, plus explaining the steps you should take to keep yourself safe. Read more about our investigations & sign up for our Tech newsletter, it's free monthly . Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Apr 01, 2025•12 min•Ep. 148
Did you know that you could be forced into buying a new laptop this year? It's all because Microsoft is removing all security support for Windows 10 in October. In this podcast, exclusively available to our Which? members, we sit down with Which? Tech Editor Lisa Barber, and our resident laptops expert Oliver Trebilcock to find out what this means for you and what you can do if you're set to be impacted. This is just a short snippet of the full episode. To listen in full, click here. Click here ...
Mar 31, 2025•15 min
EVs are bad for the environment. Their batteries degrade too quickly. And there’s nowhere to charge them. Today, we debunk the biggest myths about electric vehicles. James Rowe is joined by Which? Cars Editor Will Stapley, and writers Michael Passingham and Dino Buratti to answer questions from Which? members to help give you a better idea about the reality of owning an electric vehicle. Find out what happens when an EV goes wrong Read our reviews of the best car insurance companies for 2025 Sho...
Mar 28, 2025•33 min
The Chancellor Rachel Reeves took to her feet on Wednesday to update the country on the state of the economy. But how many of her announcements are going to impact your directly? In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? finance expert Matthew Jenkin, and Susannah Streeter, Head of Money and Markets at Hargreaves Lansdown to analyse what the Chancellor's announcements could mean for the money in your pocket. Read more about what we learned from the Spring Statement & sign up to our f...
Mar 26, 2025•30 min•Ep. 290
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we've done a sweep of the shelves to find out which are the best and worst supermarkets - according to you. Read more about the best and worst supermarkets & & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter . Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Mar 25, 2025•10 min•Ep. 147
Isa season is upon us once more. But rumours have been swirling suggesting that your allowance could be cut from £20,000 per year, down to just £4,000. In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? Money Editor Jenny Ross, and Sarah Coles, Head of Personal finance at Hargreaves Lansdown to discuss how you can best maximise your allowance, and what to consider when choosing a stocks and shares Isa. Read the 7 biggest Isa myths & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter . Click here to ...
Mar 20, 2025•32 min•Ep. 289
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we're revealing the results from our EV reliability data. We examine the most common faults, problems you might face when it comes to repairs, and how much they might cost. Find out the truth about electric car battery degradation & sign up for our Cars newsletter, it's free monthly . Click here if you need to use our free complaints tool . Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Mar 18, 2025•9 min•Ep. 146
Food prices are on the up… again. So what can you do to beat the supermarkets, minimise waste and keep your costs down? In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? Supermarkets expert Ellie Simmonds who reveals the results of our monthly cheapest supermarkets survey, plus Kate Hall, otherwise known as The Full Freezer shares her tips on how to make your food go further. Read our reviews of the best and worst supermarkets & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter . Listen to our epi...
Mar 13, 2025•30 min•Ep. 288
On this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we're looking at whether or not you're taking the right medicine for the job. We tell you how to get the most out of pain relief and when you should actually pay a bit more. Find out what are the best painkillers & sign up for our Food & Health newsletter, it's free monthly Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Mar 11, 2025•10 min•Ep. 145
New data suggests that more than two thirds of Generation X - those aged between 45 and 60 - are not on track to have enough money for retirement. In this episode Which? Money pensions expert Paul Davies and Director of Public Policy at AJ Bell, Tom Selby, discuss how much we need to put into our pensions each month, the importance of monitoring our pots, and how government contributions and tax relief boost our savings. Read more on how much you'll need to retire & sign up to our free weekl...
Mar 06, 2025•33 min•Ep. 287
In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we're investigating the key differences between the major cloud service providers, and reveal whether you really can trust them with your personal data. Read more on how to choose the best cloud storage service & sign up for our Tech newsletter, it's free monthly Listen to our podcast about Which? taking Apple to court Join Which? Tech now Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price...
Mar 04, 2025•10 min•Ep. 144
In our final episode, we take a look at the many ways you can use apps to help you save money as you spend. Find out more, read The best budgeting apps of 2025 and sign up to our free monthly Money newsletter .
Mar 02, 2025•12 min•Ep. 19
Getting into the nitty gritty of switching banks, we explore the switching offers available now, how the switching process works, and consider whether you might actually be better off sticking with your current provider. In this episode, Which? Money expert Grace Witherden and finance content creator Gabriel Nussbaum - AKA That Money Guy - discuss the pros and cons of switching, when you should consider it, and what to be aware of when looking at switching incentives. Read more about the current...
Feb 27, 2025•36 min•Ep. 286
Following the Bank of England base rate dropping to 4.5% earlier this month, and with an impending stamp duty change, we’re at a key point in time for anyone buying, selling, or remortgaging a property. In this episode Which? mortgage expert Stephen Maunder and David Hollingworth, Associate Director of L&C Mortgages, discuss how these changes will impact the market this year. Read more about the base rate cut & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter . Find out how stamp duty changes...
Feb 20, 2025•29 min•Ep. 285
In this episode, we take a look at the most common banking security threats and what you can do to protect yourself from scammers preying on your information. Find out more, read How safe is online banking and sign up to our free monthly Money newsletter & our free Scam alert newsletter...
Feb 16, 2025•13 min•Ep. 18
To coincide with Valentine’s Day, we’re exploring joint accounts, spotting the signs of romance fraud, and finding the best Valentine’s deals for you. In this episode Which? Money Expert Grace Witherden and Amy Knight, personal finance expert at NerdWallet UK, reveal the best joint accounts available, the pros and cons of sharing money, and alternative ways to pay bills together. Plus, Author Becky Holmes talks about her research into romance fraud, how to spot it, and why we need to talk about ...
Feb 13, 2025•37 min•Ep. 284
Inheritance tax - it’s something that’s become a hot topic in recent months, following the government’s proposals to make some changes to how it works, which will lead to more people facing a bill. It’s often an emotive subject, but is also a complex one, with lots of rules that determine how and when inheritance tax is charged. In this episode Which? Money Editor Jenny Ross and Director of Public Policy at AJ Bell, Tom Selby discuss how inheritance tax works, how you can potentially avoid it, a...
Feb 06, 2025•36 min•Ep. 283
This week we're looking at the impact of the government's 'freedom and choice' rules a decade on and the options available to access your pension now. Find out more, read Annuities vs pension drawdown: which option is right for you? and sign up to our free monthly Money newsletter .
Feb 02, 2025•11 min•Ep. 17
Credit cards - used wrong and they can be a nightmare, but used right, they can be a great tool, whether that’s the cheapest way to borrow, helping you get out of debt, or making the most of rewards. There are hundreds out there on the market with varying rewards, interest rates and functions. In this episode, Which? Money Expert Grace Witherden and Amy Knight, personal finance expert at NerdWallet UK, explain the different types, reveal the Which? Best Buys, and deep-dive into all things credit...
Jan 30, 2025•32 min•Ep. 282
Last week we released the Which? Cars podcast, where we sat down with our motoring experts to find out what they learned writing the 2025 Which? Car Guide. From revealing the data that shows new cars are spending more time off the road than old ones, to demystify the world of car finance, we've got you covered. We also answer some of your burning questions. Today, you can hear a teaser of what we got up to. You can listen to the full episode here - or become a Which? member for 50% off the usual...
Jan 28, 2025•12 min
Recent data shows that just 8% of us have actually received professional financial advice, while the number of financial advisors willing to work with smaller portfolios is falling. With that in mind, Money expert Megan Thomas and Chris Justham, Managing Director of Intermediary Solutions at financial advisors 7iM demystify the world of financial advice and explore whether or not AI could help bring the industry to the masses. Read more about financial advice & sign up to our free weekly Mon...
Jan 23, 2025•31 min•Ep. 281
In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we warn you about the scams we think are going to be big in 2025, and give you the best advice on how to keep you, your money, and your data safe. Read more about scams you need to avoid & sign up for our free Scam Alerts service . Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price ....
Jan 21, 2025•11 min
This week we're looking at how setting up a trust could save your family money on a future inheritance tax bill. Find out more, read Ways to Avoid Inheritance Tax and sign up to our free monthly Money newsletter .
Jan 19, 2025•9 min•Ep. 16
Car insurance prices finally fell in 2024, but you can be forgiven for not noticing. So what can you do to cut the cost of your premium, while ensuring you get the right amount of cover? Which? Insurance expert Dean Sobers and Richard Aucock, Director of Motoring Research and Vice Chair of the Guild of Motoring Writers share their tips to help you get the right cover for you. Read our car insurance reviews for 2025 & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter . Sign our petition to end the ...
Jan 16, 2025•30 min•Ep. 280
In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, our Travel team share their insider tips on how to save big on your 2025 holiday. Whether it's a package holiday, a cruise, flights, or a just a hotel, we have the best advice to help you get the best deal. Find out the mistakes to avoid when booking a holiday & sign up for our free monthly Deals newsletter . Click here to join Which? Travel . Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price ....
Jan 14, 2025•11 min
January is an important month in the tax calendar, but there are wider changes that will impact more of us. So what do you need to know for the year ahead? Which? Senior Writer Matthew Jenkin and Mitch Young, the Director of Fusion Consulting Group, break down how to get your self assessment form right, and share their tips on how to reduce your tax bill. Read more about tax changes in 2025 & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter . Use our tax calculator to help you with your tax retur...
Jan 09, 2025•30 min•Ep. 279
In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we show how online marketplaces like Vinted and eBay can help you earn money from your post-Christmas clear-out. Read about how to avoid scams on online marketplaces & sign up for our free monthly Deals newsletter . Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price .
Jan 07, 2025•10 min
As January is the time for organisation, in this episode we take a look at some of the services that offer to do that for you, particularly those specialising in later-life advice. Find out more, read Could a professional 'life admin' service make your life easier and sign up to our free monthly Money newsletter .
Jan 05, 2025•9 min•Ep. 15
With the festive period over, all eyes are on the new year when budgets are often tight. So what can you do to make more money in 2025? Which? Money Editor Jenny Ross and Claer Barrett, the Consumer Editor at the FT share their tips on switching banks, cutting investment fees and maximising your savings pots. Sign our petition to end the insurance rip-off . Read more ways to make and save money in 2025 & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter . Save 25% off a Which? Money annual members...
Jan 02, 2025•33 min•Ep. 278
