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Daily Mirror
21 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Martin Lewis issues credit card warning to Brits abroad
You could be hit with some unexpected extra fees. Martin Lewis has issued an urgent alert to Brits about the use of credit cards while on holiday. The finance expert has drawn attention to the potential hazards of withdrawing cash with this type of card. Figuring out the most cost-effective way to spend money while on holiday can be a challenge. Some countries still largely rely on cash, whereas others are more open to card and mobile payments. And in certain destinations, such as Morocco, it's not possible to get local currency before leaving the UK. Regardless of where you're headed, Martin strongly discourages using your credit card for cash withdrawals. On his website Money Saving Expert, he expanded on his guidance. Martin said: "Withdrawing cash on a credit card abroad?". As reported by GlasgowLive, he highlighted that this habit could have a detrimental effect on your credit score. "It could impact your credit rating," he further explained. "We get this question a lot, as we warn against credit card ATM withdrawals in the UK, as it risks high interest and many lenders see it as a debt-problem indicator." However, infrequent use of this method is generally not an issue. He stated: "Yet if you only do it occasionally abroad on a specialist card, it's not a biggie, just don't overdo it and pay it off in full" He also mentioned that in some countries, using a UK card can be a "bit trickier". This includes: In Japan, you may need special ATMs to use international cards In China, hotels take cards, but elsewhere Alipay is easier In India, some shops and restaurants won't take international cards As well as using credit cards for cash withdrawals he also advised against using them to top up prepayment cards. He clarified: "You'll likely pay fees and interest. "Most credit-card providers count these as a cash transaction - so charge withdrawal fees and interest. It's always better to use a debit card if you can." For those planning a holiday and seeking to exchange currency beforehand, MSE's online travel money comparison tool here can be a handy resource.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Record
UK's 'worst service station' is in Scotland with pricey yet poor food and drink blamed
The motorway service station came bottom in a poll of 95 nationwide Visiting a motorway service station is often a necessity when travelling longer distances, but many are slated for their poor facilities and high prices. Finding a good one with decent food and drink, clean facilities can be hit and miss. With the summer holidays here, thousands of families will be making road trips which might require one or two stops for food or comfort breaks. But one you may want to drive on by is the service station which has been named as the 'worst in the UK' in a recent survey. It's near Glasgow and it ranked bottom of a poll of 95 other stations across the country. webuyanycar after ranking the lowest. As part of the car buying company's Dream Service Station report it looked at motorway service stations across Britain and scored them. Each one was given a score out of 100 based on its food options, facilities, charging points, and it's Google review ratings, reports Glasgow Live. Bothwell Roadchef scored just 4.8 out of 100 and was the only service station not to score above five. With a Google ranking of 3.6 stars, the survey found drivers were complaining about the price and the quality of the food and drink on offer. Those who had left reviewed mentioned overpriced options and lukewarm tea in their reviews. The service station also only had five different amenities, food and retail choices. To find the UK's best and worst service stations, webuyanycar created an index using a combination of data from and from Google reviews. The index included the number of catering options, amenities and charging points, according to motorway services, and the Google review score for each service station. They ranked each location based on the prevalence of each metric and gave each a score out of 100. The higher the score, the 'better' the service station for motorists on road trips. Head of technical services at webuyanycar, Richard Evans, said: 'While some variation in the quality of service stations is to be expected, the findings do show an inconsistency in UK service stations. "For people who travel long distances, it's important to have service stations with good facilities available to them. "Taking regular breaks on long journeys is crucial for safety and well-being purposes, helping to prevent fatigue and keep drivers focused. Central to this safety approach is having the appropriate rest points where drivers actually want to stop and take a break." Bothwell's first place was closely followed by Leeming Bar (scoring 5.5/100) and Swansea West (8.2/100). At the other end of the table, Strensham Motorway Services, located in Worcestershire, was the highest-ranking service station in the UK, scoring 80.6 out of 100. Roadchef have been approached for comment.
Daily Record
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Daily Record
Next £29 sandals available in four colours becomes shopper's 'go to' for summer
'I've been buying these for many years, always comfortable and good value. Would recommend.' With many people gearing up to go on their summer holidays abroad, it is important to have a comfortable set of trusty sandals. Even with the weather becoming warmer and brighter in the UK, having a 'go to' pair of sandals in your closet is a must. Shoppers are currently raving over a pair of sandals on Next that are said to be "comfortable and stylish". Available in four colours, one shopper even mentioned being a repeat buyer of the shoes for the summer months. The Forever Comfort Double Strap Footbed Sandals are currently priced at £29 and are available in leather with either a black or silver metallic colourway or in suede boasting a coral pink or neutral colour. Shoppers can also snatch up the shoes in a standard or extra-wide fit for no added cost - however, at the time of writing, the extra-wide silver sandal was unavailable. With sizes available from 3.5 up to a size 9, everyone will be able to find the sandal that provides a comfortable fit, reports Glasgow Live. The upper part of the sandal features a dual strap, which comes with the added practicality of boasting adjustable buckles. Additionally, these sandals will provide a comfy fit throughout a day of walking as they come with a suede-lined Forever Comfort footbed and a robust outsole. Forever Comfort Double Strap Footbed Sandals £29 Next Buy Now Product Description Another popular shoe on Next is the Chunky Buckled Sandals which are selling for £38. Available in both standard and wide fit, shoppers can choose between four colourways - bone, black, red patent and metallic blue. With a smooth synthetic footbed for comfort, these shoes also come with a chunky outsole. Alternatively, ASOS is selling Birkenstock Arizona big buckle EVA sandals in an eggshell colour for £50. These slip-on shoes come with adjustable straps, as well as a pronounced arch support for extra stability. New shoppers can also get 10 per cent off with the code NEWHERE. Back to the Forever Comfort sandals, each of the colourways have received relatively high ratings from shoppers, with none of them dipping below four stars. One five-star reviewer said: "I've been buying these for many years, always comfortable and good value. Would recommend." With another adding: "These are a great alternative to Birkenstocks (which I've previously purchased) at a fraction of the price. The coral ones are a lovely colour. "The material is slightly rough under the strap but I 'wore them in' around the house for a couple of weeks before wearing outdoors and they were really comfortable after that." However, a couple of shoppers noted the shoes were uncomfortable to wear initially. One person said: "Great neutral shade for the summer, good fit, the insoles are quite hard at the moment but hoping they soften up with more wear." With another adding: "Lovely comfortable sandals . Can chafe the toes when first wearing them." Despite this, another five-star reviewer wrote: "As described- taken them on holiday abroad and the adjustable bits was a godsend when my feet swelled." While a sixth shopper praised: "Very comfortable, and a good price! Definitely my go to sandals for the summer." To buy the Forever Comfort Double Strap Footbed Sandals, click HERE. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Edinburgh Live
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Rod Stewart's 'how long have I got left' question as Penny Lancaster admits fear
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Penny Lancaster has shared her concerns for rock legend husband Sir Rod Stewart as he contemplates his own mortality. The 54 year old Loose Women star opened up about how the Maggie May singer, now 80, started pondering life's ticking clock following the death of his brothers, Don and Bob. As the youngest of five with a considerable age gap between him and his siblings, Rod's senior years have sparked some introspection. And while his advancing years may have Rod thinking about his future, Penny admits he still keeps her on her toes. When asked if the Maggie May singer keeps her feeling young on the We're Not Getting Any Younger podcast, Penny replied: "He does, he does." She continued: "My thought with Rod, the way I kind of describe him, you know when you get to 80, I guess there's a lot of reflection, there's more to look back on than there is to look forward, and he's wondering to himself, he's lost his two brothers, maybe 'How long have I got?'". Despite now being in his eighties, Rod is showing no signs of slowing down. He is set to perform at Glastonbury this weekend and has set himself a personal goal away from the stage, reports Glasgow Live. The octogenarian recently confessed his goal to smash the 100m sprint record for the over-80s, revealing to Men's Health his impressive 19-second personal best and even going so far as to install a running track at home. He's set his sights on breaking the 17-second barrier soon, with the ultimate goal to shatter the 14.21 record set by American Kenton Brown in October 2024. However, Penny is concerned about her husband maintaining such an intense pace. She expressed her worries, saying: "When he sees that finish line, he's not limping to that finish line, he is sprinting. Whether it's work or play, he does it 100 percent. (Image: Instagram) "Sometimes I have to go,' Darling, it's going to catch up on you one way or the other, you can't go at this pace'. Nobody at any age can go the pace he sometimes does." Penny admires her husband's drive and commitment, noting: "He still feels he has so much more to give and contribute and I admire him for that. It's such a great role model for our boys, of his work ethic and how he strives to do good." Rod and Penny's romance began back in 1999 when she approached him for a photograph while he was on tour. Their love story led them to a picturesque wedding in Portofino, Italy, in 2007. This month, the couple revisited the charming coastal spot to celebrate their anniversary. Penny took to social media to share a video from a boat trip, capturing the cliffside venue where they exchanged vows. In her post, she reminisced, captioning the footage: "Where we said I do 18 years ago."
Daily Record
4 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Scots pensioner 'horrified at losing sight' now helps others embrace the loss
Elizabeth Prior, 73, has been experiencing sight loss in recent years, and has now been left unable to see any colour at all. An NHS volunteer who has spent 17 years giving up her time to help others has spoken on losing her sight. Elizabeth Prior, 73, has opened up after experiencing sight loss in recent years. As reported by Glasgow Live, the pensioner has now been left unable to see any colour at all, or to discern any significant detail in what she sees. 'The best way to describe it is I can go into the supermarket with one husband and leave with another. If I lose contact with my husband, well that's me, completely lost,' said Elizabeth, who lives near the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow. 'In the beginning I wasn't good,' she said. 'I wouldn't go out, and it took me a few years to get over that. But you've got to find a different way. I craved independence – in fact I still do – and with the help of my husband Joe and daughter Fiona things slowly began to change. I would go out into the garden and then once I reached the front gate I wanted to go further.' Elizabeth worked as a cashier at the old Southern General Hospital before being diagnosed with MS - and it was a couple of former colleagues who suggested she get into volunteering. Elizabeth added: 'At first I didn't think I'd be able to do it, but I decided to go for it and ended up volunteering in the Spinal Injuries Unit. 'I felt something special there. The unit did, and still does, amazing things, but in the evenings when the activities had stopped, it was more difficult for patients. The unit is a national service, so patients came from all over the country, from the islands or other remote areas of Scotland, and often they had no visitors. 'That was when I came in. I arrived in the evening, and I was there to chat to them and give them a bit of company. Many patients were in the unit for months or more, so I got to know them really well, and I'd like to think they valued the time I spent with them.' Elizabeth was one of more than 100 volunteers, from NHSGGC, Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership and third sector organisations, to be honoured at a Civic Reception at Glasgow City Chambers earlier this month. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. And while volunteers who had given 10 years and more of their time received a certificate at the event, Elizabeth was presented a special honour in recognition of her exceptional contribution. Receiving the honour was a shock – and a delight – for Elizabeth. 'I never for a second thought I would get an award,' she said. 'When I heard about the civic reception I thought that's nice, they're having a celebration for volunteers, but it never crossed my mind that they'd be honouring the long-serving volunteers – let alone me. To be honest I didn't realise I'd been here that long – because of my sight I couldn't read my badge so I had no idea when I'd started.' Elizabeth changed to volunteering in Wards 51 and 53 at the QEUH and, after the Covid break, moved to Ward 56, helping people who are recovering from stroke. There, she finds her own sight problems a bonus when she is on the ward. She says that she and the patients are often 'speaking from the same sheet'. 'Like the spinal unit, Ward 56 deals with long-term complex conditions and rehab, so I felt right at home when I arrived there,' she said. 'I have a disability too, so I'm able to connect with them – to show them there is a way forward.' Fiona Smith, Strategic Lead for Volunteering at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, said: 'For anyone to give up their time to help others is wonderful, and we would like to thank all our volunteers for the support they provide. However, it takes a particularly special person to put aside significant physical challenges of their own, so they can spend time in the service of our patients, and our staff. 'Elizabeth has never asked for recognition or for thanks, but after 17 years as a volunteer, it is more than fitting that her contribution has been honoured. On behalf of the hundreds of patients she has helped over the years, and everyone at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, I would like to say thank you.' Elizabeth is less than comfortable about receiving any praise for the work she does, but she hopes her story might inspire others who are facing difficult times. She said: 'For people like me, I'd suggest just taking it one day at a time. If it's a good day, hang on to that, because there will be setbacks. But over time things get better. 'Volunteering has been great for me, and I'd encourage anyone else to get involved. It's been huge in building my confidence and independence. I really need to thank my family and friends for their support and encouragement as I would never have managed without it.' Many sites across NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde are actively seeking to recruit volunteers, so to find out more about volunteering, and to see our current opportunities, go to our website: Volunteering – NHSGGC. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
