Four things Martin Lewis recommended to Chancellor ahead of Budget

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28 Oct 2026 • 1:10 AM MYT
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Four things Martin Lewis recommended to Chancellor ahead of Budget

  • Martin Lewis has met with John Healey to present recommendations ahead of the government's upcoming Budget.
  • The Money Saving Expert founder predicts an intervention package to help vulnerable households tackle a forecast 25 per cent rise in energy prices in January.
  • Lewis suggested doubling the £150 Warm Home Discount and potentially scrapping standing charges on energy bills.
  • His key requests also include reversing plans to freeze student loan repayment thresholds and protecting state pension earnings from net losses.
  • Lewis acknowledged the severe financial constraints facing the government, noting the difficulty of delivering meaningful cost-of-living relief without major funding.

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