Money Matters Norwich

In this edition of Money Matters , Sarah Jones, Sales Director at Norfolk-based MCB FS Consulting, explains the financial support available to start-ups, sole traders and small businesses. The conversation covers business finance, cash flow, commercial mortgages, insurance, pensions, business valuations and grants, as well as the importance of regularly reviewing the financial arrangements already...

Livvy Hanks, Executive Director of Norwich-based community energy organisation Our Power, discusses the removal of VAT from electricity bills and practical ways households can reduce their energy costs. The conversation covers smart meters, heating controls, heat pumps, solar panels, available financial support and simple ways to keep homes cooler during hot weather.

In this edition of Money Matters , Ben Merritt, Head of Mortgage Pricing at Santander, explains how mortgages work and discusses the current UK mortgage market. The conversation covers interest rates, affordability checks, low-deposit mortgages, common reasons applications are declined, support for first-time buyers and how technology could improve the home-buying process.

Making a ‘Last Will and Testament’ is the only certain way for you to dictate who benefits from your money and possessions when you die, and a Lasting Power of Attorney allows you to elect trusted individuals to act on your behalf should you lose capacity to make your decisions because of an accident or health condition. Stuart Burrell of Heritage Wills came into our studios to discuss these impor...

As widely feared, the cost of home energy will increase significantly from July as a result of the conflict in the Middle East, so Christopher Remer looks at several ways customers can reduce the impact of this increase on their home energy bills, plus we take another look at the Student Loan scheme which we discussed with local students in last months Money Matters but which is now the subject of...

At this time of year a lot young people are preparing to end their time at 6th form with many deciding to go on to further education at college or university. Student Loans from the Student Loans Company is the traditional way to fund student course tuition fees and day to day living, but it has had a mixed press recently so we thought it would make a good subject to explore on Money Matters. More...

As April 6th marked the start of the new Fiscal year we take a look at some of the many changes which may affect you in a better - or worse - way, and also at some of the global issues which look like they are going to make the cost of living even more challenging than it has been… More information: www.futureprojects.org.uk Guest: Christopher Remer - Future Projects Interviewed by David Palmer

Over a million people in England are thought to be in debt to a loan shark! The England Illegal Money Lending Team IMLT (also known as Stop Loan Sharks) was created in September 2004 to investigate and prosecute illegal lenders and support borrowers. To date, the team has made nearly 900 arrests and secured over 400 successful prosecutions, with illegal lenders locked up for a total of more than 6...

With global tensions, including the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, we are seeing the knock-on effects on energy prices, transport costs and food bills, and even mortgage payments and borrowing costs – but what does that actually mean for people here in Norwich and across Norfolk? David Palmer talked to Norwich Today presenter Henry Miller to find out more. More information:  www.futureprojec...

ProspHER aim to unite women from all parts of the world – connecting, supporting, and educating – to help them achieve the best possible life in their professional and personal lives. As well as talking about the general aims of ProspHER, Events Director Katie Oman talked to David Palmer about the Spark project coming to Norwich which aims to help women build financial confidence, connection, and...

From the gender pay gap to pensions, childcare costs, part-time work and investing, there’s been a lot in the news recently — but what does it actually mean for women in the county? Norwich Today presenter, Sarah Maher, talked to David Palmer about how women are faring financially right now. More information:  www.futureprojects.org.uk Sarah Maher - Norwich Today presenter Interviewed by David Pal...

Jan Sheldon, CEO of Norwich based St Martins Housing Trust, explains how their organisation provides more than just a roof over heads for the homeless, providing support to help people get back to independent living. Contact details: Web:  http://www.stmartinshousing.org.uk Call: 01603 667706

The Earlham Community Shop was set up to provide low cost food and essentials to generally impoverished areas of Norwich and help to create a stronger more resilient community. In this podcast Hub Manager Connie Flynn explains why the Community Shop was set up, how it is funded and who can benefit from its service.  Contact details: Web:  https://www.earlhamcommunityshop.co.uk/ Call: 01603 454721

Future Radio’s Christopher Remer and Future Projects CEO Daniel Childerhouse highlights the main policies and changes announced in the 2025 UK budget and the effects on both Future Projects, and the people of Norwich and Norfolk.

With Emily Dornan and Emma Jay from Yorkshire Building Society, Red Lion Street, Norwich. Norwich branch phone: 01603 629833 Website ⁠⁠www.ybs.co.uk⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How to stay safe and avoid online scams | YBS⁠⁠

With Emily Dornan and Emma Jay from Yorkshire Building Society, Red Lion Street, Norwich. Norwich branch phone: 01603 629833 Website ⁠www.ybs.co.uk⁠ ⁠How to stay safe and avoid online scams | YBS⁠

With Emily Dornan and Emma Jay from Yorkshire Building Society, Red Lion Street, Norwich. Norwich branch phone: 01603 629833 Website www.ybs.co.uk How to stay safe and avoid online scams | YBS

In this episode, we speak to Kat Skipper, Manager of the Mid-Norfolk Cluster and Dereham Job Centre, about help with Universal Credit Further help and information: Universal Credit Helpline - 08003285644 www.gov.uk/apply-universal-credit

In this episode we hear from David Powles, Chief Executive Officer of Norfolk Community Law Service, for help with benefit claims and appeals and other legal support Further help and information: davidpowles@ncls.co.uk 01603496623 ncls.co.uk Money Matters at Future Projects: ⁠Futureprojects.org.uk⁠ Call: 01603 250505. Email: ⁠info@futureprojects.org.uk

In this episode we hear from Heidi Fisher from Making an Impact CIC, who talks about the impact money can have on your health. Further help and information: makeanimpactcic.co.uk Money Matters at Future Projects: Futureprojects.org.uk Call: 01603 250505.  Email:  info@futureprojects.org.uk

In this episode we hear from Rebecca Penny from Planit Financial With advice on pensions. Further help and information: planitfinancial.co.uk findpensioncontacts.service.gov.uk Money Matters at Future Projects: ⁠Futureprojects.org.uk⁠ Call: 01603 250505.  Email:  ⁠info@futureprojects.org.uk⁠

In this episode we hear from Money Matters project coordinator Gavin Cowley about what to do if you get into arrears with your city council rent and who you can turn to for help. Support:  futureprojects.org.uk/our-projects/ email:  g.cowley@futureprojects.org.uk

In this episode we hear from Rebecca Penny from Planit Financial about insurance and why even modest premiums could help protect you and your loved ones from the unexpected.   Help and contact details: www.planitfinancial.co.uk

In this episode we hear from Colin Adamson of local law firm Cozens-Hardy about some of the regulations and legal rights for people renting accommodation. Further help and information: •Cozens-Hardy:   www.cozens-hardy.com • Money Matters @ Future Projects: 01603 250505   /   info@futureprojects.org.uk

In this episode we hear from Lesley Burdett of Shelter-Norfolk about what the charity does and some of the housing challenges hitting people today. Further help and information: • Shelter Norfolk:  0344 515 1564 / https://england.shelter.org.uk/get_help/local_services/norwich • Money Matters @ Future Projects: 01603 250505   /   info@futureprojects.org.uk