Hello and welcome to this week’s Money Talks – a roundup of the week’s biggest stories and some things you may have missed.
Money news
Morrisons’ Christmas pudding trounces Fortnum & Mason’s
MPs to debate creating credit union for NHS staff
UK workers hit by sixth year of falling real pay
Diminishing returns as festive fare gets smaller
Scottish Power faces fine and sales suspension
Property asking prices fall as keen sellers seek buyers
Flatmating – speed dating with a key thrown in
Feature
How do I become … a flood forecaster
Consumer champions
Nissan won’t turn over a new Leaf
I had to cancel my trip but Holidaysafe won’t pay
What’s the key to unlocking my wife’s ICICI Bank savings?
In pictures
Houses with towers – home and away
In the spotlight
Considering a freelance career, or an old hand looking for some money tips? Emma Lunn has some advice on how to get your finances in order, while Rin Hamburgh examines what you’re entitled to if you decide to take maternity leave
Work advice
Career cares? Work woes? Out of love with the office? Our expert is on hand to help. Put your questions to Jeremy, and help other readers with their worries.
Money deals
Get a free Apple iPhone 5s (16GB, gold) on EE saving £39.99. You’ll also get 2GB of data and unlimited minutes and texts for £30.99 per month. You’ll need to use the code 3999USW5S to claim the free phone discount.
There’s still time to switch to a better energy deal before winter really starts to bite. Compare the latest deals and arrange your switch in minutes with the Guardian energy comparison service.
