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April 28, 2026 — Comments are off for this post.

Best Phone for Every Budget UK 2026 (iPhone, Android, Fairphone)

Last updated: 28 April 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

There are too many phones. Every manufacturer releases three tiers, each with two sizes, every year, and frankly it is exhausting. So we have cut through it: here is the best phone for every budget in the UK right now, whether you are team iPhone, team Android, team sustainable, or team "just give me something that works for under £200".

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Hurvin Anderson at Tate Britain Review – A Landmark Exhibition

Last updated: 6 April 2026

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

Cool Factor: 5/5

The Hurvin Anderson Tate Britain exhibition is one of the most rewarding shows to open in London in years. Bringing together more than 80 paintings that span three decades of work, this major retrospective is a proper feast for the eyes. From lush Caribbean landscapes to intimate barbershop interiors, Anderson's colour-drenched canvases pull you in and refuse to let go. It runs until 23 August 2026, and if you only see one exhibition this year, make it this one.

How to Cut Household Bills in the UK: 7 Realistic Ways to Save

Last updated: 27 March 2026

The average UK household now spends well over £2,800 a month on bills and living costs. Energy alone accounts for £1,641 a year from April 2026 under the new Ofgem price cap, and that is after a 7% reduction. Council tax is rising again. Broadband providers are quietly adding £3–4 a month to existing contracts. It all adds up fast.

So how do you actually cut household bills in the UK without making your life miserable? This guide covers seven realistic ways to reduce what you pay each month across energy, your mortgage, food shopping, broadband, mobile and more. Every suggestion links to a deeper guide or a tried-and-tested deal on this site, so you can act on each one straight away.