Ep 455 - NS&I British Savings Bond launched, Loud budgeting & new free childcare rules

On this week's episode Damien looks at the launch of the new NS&I British Savings Bond. How does it work, who is eligible and is it any good? Damien and Andy then explain the new rules that have come into force allowing parents of children as young as 2 years old to get 15 hours of free childcare a week. Finally, Damien discusses the Loud budgeting phenomenon that has taken social media by storm.

 

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• NS&I launches new British Savings Bonds - Are they any good?
• Best Savings Accounts in the UK
• Build a cash savings ladder
• How to apply for 15 hours of free childcare for 2-year-olds
• How does tax-free childcare work?
• Best Savings Accounts in the UK
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