Almost half a million workers will get a pay rise when the Real Living Wage increases by 60p an hour (70p for workers in London). Read this, the rest of today's personal finance and consumer news, and watch our latest New Money video below.
Every Wednesday we ask Michelin-starred chefs to take part in our Cheap Eats feature. This week we speak to Great British Menu veteran judge Tom Aikens, from one-star Muse in London, who picks his favourite budget-friendly meals out in Oxfordshire.Hi Tom, what is your go-to cheap eat to cook at home when you have a night in?I quite often opt for a salad that is quick and easy to throw together, using up whatever is in the fridge. Here's how I'd dress it...
Where are your favourite places in Oxfordshire to get a meal for two for less than £40?The Bull in CharlburyI've known the head chef Ronny for years as he is someone who worked with me when I was consulting on Soho Farmhouse. He is a great consistent chef and always produces amazing food. He does a really great homemade pork pie with the best piccalilli.
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