Are free school meals being offered in the summer holidays this year? It depends on where you live. Here's everything you need to know.| Big Issue
If you've got a spare room, it could cut the benefits you get. Here's what you should know about the controversial bedroom tax.| Big Issue
Living with household overcrowding is bad for your health and quality of life. Your local council might be able to do something about it.| Big Issue
When you're looking to rent a new place, it's vital to understand the types of tenancy agreement. Here's what you should know.| Big Issue
If you're gearing up to make a big move, it can be difficult to know where to start. Use these tips on how to rent from a private landlord.| Big Issue
Housing costs increased for over 60% of private renters in the past year. Here’s what you need to know if your landlord increase your rent.| Big Issue
The closing down of youth clubs has only exacerbated the problems young people face, says a reader with experience in youth work.| Big Issue
With homelessness still a big issue in Britain, here's exactly how you can help when you see someone rough sleeping or otherwise in need.| Big Issue
Experts say some of Keir Starmer's immigration plans are unclear. This is what the likely next government is saying in the Labour manifesto.| Big Issue
The big charities working with people experiencing homelessness and campaigning to end homelessness across the UK.| Big Issue
With surging property prices and rents, housing benefit is vital to keep people in their homes. Here’s everything you need to know about it.| Big Issue
Whether you rent or own a home, you might pay extra for upkeep of the building. From lights to lifts, service charges on property cover it.| Big Issue
Experts worry about a looming crisis of homelessness. These are the rough sleeping figures and homelessness facts you need to know.| Big Issue
Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner has been urged to set a public social housing target after unveiling her 'radical' plan to build homes.| Big Issue
Here are all of the places where kids can eat for free or £1 over the May half term, as families face the cost of living crisis.| Big Issue
Experts from charities share their advice on navigating the DWP disability benefits assessment process, from PIP applications to assessments| Big Issue
Angela Rayner will lead Labour's inter-ministerial group on homelessness and rough sleeping to tackle 'shameful' crisis.| Big Issue
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We break down fuel poverty's definitions, how it is calculated, what to do if you can't pay your energy bills, and the solutions.| Big Issue
This is what you need to know about the winter fuel payment in 2024 – including eligibility changes and when you'll be paid.| Big Issue
Navigating social security can be daunting. Here's what you need to know about what benefits you could claim.| Big Issue
Mayor Sadiq Khan has pledged £140m to continue the free school meals programme in all primary schools in Londonfor a second year.| Big Issue
The Dagenham fire is the latest warning for thousands of people living in homes caught in the cladding crisis seven years on from Grenfell.| Big Issue
The Grenfell Tower Inquiry concluded that residents had been 'badly failed' by the government, construction firms and more.| Big Issue
The long-awaited final report into the Grenfell fire has found no evidence of social and racial discrimination in the lead up to the fire.| Big Issue
Fashion designer Katherine Hamnett, who is known for her punchy slogan t-shirts, has teamed up with Oxfam for Second Hand September.| Big Issue
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that it is extending the household support fund in England until April 2025.| Big Issue
Analysis shared exclusively with the Big Issue shows that there are millions of older people who who be at risk in a UK heatwave.| Big Issue
Labour has revealed its plan to end section 21 no-fault evictions through the Renters' Rights Bill to replace the Renters Reform Bill.| Big Issue
This is how and where to get help with the cost of renting privately if you are struggling to pay your rent.| Big Issue
Playwright Ahmed Najar reflects on the heavy burden of living his life in London while his family dies amid the 'crisis of humanity' in Gaza.| Big Issue
NHS England spent more than £1.4bn of public money on private mental health beds between 2019 and 2024, FOI requests have revealed.| Big Issue