Financial Health & Literacy
Full-time workers in Ipswich earn £2,648 less than national average
Full-time workers in Ipswich earned £34,873 annually as of April 2024, falling £2,648 below the national average of £37,521, new figures from the Office for National Statistics reveal.
What Labour's first Budget means for your money in Ipswich
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced her first budget since Labour returned to power, introducing changes affecting wages, taxes, and daily costs for Ipswich residents.Ipswich businesses face 'steep' National Insurance rise in new Budget
Local business leaders have warned that increased National Insurance contributions and minimum wage hikes could put pressure on Ipswich employers, following today's Budget announcement.
Suffolk Premium Bonds holders scoop over £8.2m in prizes this month
Suffolk residents have won over £8.2 million in Premium Bonds prizes this month, with thousands of bondholders scooping cash rewards.
Benefit cap hits more Ipswich families as calls grow to scrap policy
The number of Ipswich households affected by the government's benefit cap has risen 77% since February. Charities are urging the policy to be abolished, saying it contributes to poverty and homelessness.