MoneySavingExpert News 2010 Currys and PC World launch laptop trade-in schemeRetail giants Currys and PC World are offering up to £100 off a new computer if you trade in an old laptop.25 November 2010 Halifax to hike standard variable mortgage rate for new borrowersThe UK's largest mortgage lender Halifax is set to hike costs for new customers who come to the end of an introductory deal.25 November 2010 Big freeze triggers cold weather paymentsThe freezing temperatures in parts of the UK have triggered the first cold weather payments this winter, the Government has announced.25 November 2010 Energy price jumps begin today with Scottish Power riseThe great energy price hike that will bring misery to at least 13.5 million households begins today just as the bitter winter cold sweeps the country.25 November 2010 Government 'Nest' pension fees could hit joiners for 20 yearsThe Government has confirmed savers who join its new pension fund from 2012 will have to pay a premium for up to two decades to cover set-up costs.24 November 2010 More £1 bargains expected as Poundland plots expansionDiscount chain Poundland plans to open 50 new stores next year and is considering online trading in an expansion fuelled by the recession, it says.24 November 2010 Beat the travel insurance price risesHolidaymakers have been urged to consider buying travel insurance soon to beat predicted price hikes over the coming months.24 November 2010 Train fares to rise by 6.2% in JanuaryTrain travellers will face mid-winter misery in January when train fares rise by an average of 6.2%.23 November 2010 Reject energy price hikes to keep bills lowMillions of households faced with winter energy price hikes can use a little-known loophole to maintain existing costs, as long as they then switch supplier.23 November 2010 Councils want 70% jump in parking finesSome councils in England and Wales want to hammer motorists with a 70% rise in parking fines, it is claimed.22 November 2010 First678 Suggest a story Got a money-related news story that affects you? Email us