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Experts have debunked a series of myths around frozen food which millions of Brits believe to be true. Researchers who carried out a detailed study found one fifth of consumers wrongly believe frozen fruits and vegetables contain fewer nutrients than their fresh counterparts. Another one in 12 mistakenly think frozen food doesn't last as long as a fresh product while another one in ten reckon frozen food is more expensive. And two fifths are of the opinion frozen foods are filled with preservatives to give them a longer shelf-life. Others myths surrounding frozen meals are that you can't safely cook them from frozen, with four in 10 believing you aren't supposed to heat food from frozen. Following a study of 2,000 adults by Birds Eye, dietitian and health writer, Laura Tilt said: “Many, but not all, foods can be cooked from frozen. ''Examples include chicken breasts, mince, pizza, fruit and vegetables, fish and ready meals. “The best advice is to check the packet of the … [Read more...] about Frozen food myths debunked

Fuel retailers may be set to engage in a price war, the AA has said. A 3p per litre slump in wholesale costs this month suggests pump prices could be about to drop, according to the AA. This would be welcome relief for motorists who are being hit by prices at a four-year high after 11 consecutive weekly increases. The average cost of a litre of petrol stands at £1.31 at UK forecourts, with diesel costing £1.35, Government figures show. But a recent strengthening of the pound and a drop in oil refining margins "should force a correction in pump prices", the AA said. The organisation's fuel price spokesman Luke Bosdet said: "Drivers were told earlier this month that there was 'no end in sight' to rising pump prices. Now, they should be looking for a £1.50-a-tank cut in petrol costs. "The key question is to what extent and how quickly the fuel retailers decide to pass on the savings. "In the past, such a significant drop in wholesale prices would have triggered a pump price … [Read more...] about Petrol prices finally on track to fall after 4 year high in prices

A record £15.6 million of underpayment to workers has been uncovered in the past year, leading to huge fines against employers, official figures show. The money should have been paid to 200,000 workers on the minimum wage, the highest number since the statutory rate was introduced in 1999. The Government said it has instructed employers to repay their workers. It comes after firms found to be underpaying staff were fined £14 million in the 2017/18 financial year. Business minister Kelly Tolhurst said: "We are dedicated to stopping underpayment of the minimum wage. Employers must recognise their responsibilities and pay their workers the money they are entitled to. "The UK's lowest paid workers have had the fastest wage growth in 20 years thanks to the national living wage, and today's figures serve as a reminder to all employers to check they are getting their workers' pay right." Tom Neil of the conciliation service Acas, said: "Employers are breaking the law if they don't … [Read more...] about 200,000 workers out of pocket by bosses that pay below the minimum wage

Motoring group the AA is demanding a 3p cut in pump prices after the cost of wholesale petrol fell. It is calling on supermarkets to start cutting unleaded and diesel prices after a 3p per litre slump in wholesale costs this month. Petrol is at a four year high of 131.38p for a litre of unleaded while diesel is 134.39p a litre. According to the AA, prices have continued to creep up while wholesale costs have come down and millions of drivers are paying an average of £6 a tank more compared to last year. Yesterday, oil slipped from $80 a barrel to $78 after US President Donald Trump berated OPEC (Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) for keeping prices high. And with a stronger pound and a drop in oil refining margins the AA said this was enough to “force a correction in pump prices”. It believes drivers should be paying £1.50 a tank less for petrol and the AA’s fuel spokesman Luke Bosdet said: “In the past, such a significant drop in … [Read more...] about Petrol price cut demanded at the pump after cost of wholesale fell

Next is the only sale that people are willing to camp outside for - even in freezing cold/boiling hot weather. The huge clear-out kicks off sale discounts just three times a year, and sees 90 per cent of the retailer's stock reduced to half price of less, both in store and online at Next.co.uk. There are currently rumours swirling online across several deals forum sites, including Hotukdeals.com, that the retail chain will be launching a mid-season sale on Saturday (22 September) at 7am (8am online). End of season collections are expected to be slashed in a bid to make way for winter ranges, although there has still been no official word from the retailer yet confirming or denying. Shoppers can usually expect at least half price savings across the brand's home , fashion , kids' clothing, menswear and furniture departments - but only if you're fast. Read More Next What's included in the summer sale? Womenswear - clothing, lingerie, footwear, accessories and items from Lipsy and other … [Read more...] about Next mid-season sale set to start this weekend as rumours swirl online