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Marc Reeves

Group Consumer Editor

Marc Reeves works with teams across Iconic Media to create useful and entertaining consumer content to inspire readers and save them money.

He has been a business and politics writer, and was editor of several major regional newspapers and websites.

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Fashion and homeware feature in TK Maxx’s Christmas campaign. We set out to find three gifts for £50, including delivery.

Three TK Maxx Christmas gifts for £50 with 4p to spare

Does your broadband contract come with a hidden catch?

Explainer Why broadband bills can rise even when you’re in contract

Gordonstoun teacher Dan McLean at an excavation site where the remains of what is thought to be a medieval Viking church about 1,000 years old was discovered

30 Scottish surnames with Viking roots

Back to basics: The £59.99 Roberts wind-up radio offers a straightforward alternative to cheaper, feature-packed emergency gadgets as demand surges following new Government preparedness advice.

Why I'd pay £59.99 for this Roberts emergency radio

BT, EE, TalkTalk and Vodafone have been named Britain's most complained-about broadband providers in new Ofcom figures, as campaigners call for an end to mid-contract price rises that can add £48 a year to household bills.

Four broadband giants top Ofcom complaints list

Workhorse: the Ryichi wind-up radio is compact but could be a lifesaver

I tested this £29.99 emergency radio for power cuts

Scottish broadband users have been urged to support a petition for fairer pricing

Scots warned over £48 broadband bill increases

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

The PROALLER heated throw has topped Amazon's Home & Kitchen best-seller chart as temperatures fall, with the electric blanket currently reduced to £25.49.

Amazon's £25 heated blanket tops best-seller chart

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

Bunches’ Autumn Sunrise bouquet combines warm yellow, orange, red and burgundy blooms for a colourful seasonal display.

Autumn flowers to bring seasonal colour into your home

Households are being urged to check their broadband bills, as staying on the same deal too long could cost hundreds of pounds a year.

Broadband mistake could cost you £452 a year

Parents are being encouraged to discuss online safety risks with children before giving them greater independence on a smartphone.

Seven smartphone dangers every Scottish parent needs to know

Are you overpaying for your broadband service?

Broadband ‘two-year rule’ could save you £452 a year

Smartphones can expose children to risks including cyberbullying, scams, inappropriate content and privacy issues.

7 risks to check before your child gets a phone

LEGO DUPLO bricks are designed for little hands and can be used to create colourful models through open-ended play.

6 skills toddlers can learn through LEGO DUPLO play

The Very promotion includes LEGO DUPLO sets featuring Bluey, Disney Frozen, Spidey, vehicles and animals.

The LEGO DUPLO sets designed for different toddler ages
Toddler play changes surprisingly quickly. From stacking first bricks to inventing stories and experimenting with ramps, here’s how LEGO DUPLO sets are designed to grow with children from 18 months to three and beyond.
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Cottage vs robovac: The Eufy Omni E35 automatically detects changes between hard flooring and rugs, switching cleaning modes as it moves around the home.

Eufy Omni E35 review: is this £999 robot vacuum worth it?

YouGarden Bright Autumn and Winter Collection with 30 garden-ready pansies, violas and wallflowers for £19.97

£19.97 plant bundle can revive a tired garden for autumn

Old fashioned fly paper still has a role to play - but there’s no shortage of modern gizmos to fight off the flies this summer

Why are there so many flies everywhere?

What would you do with a cool £14million?

EuroMillions resets to £14m after jackpot win

Wowcher has reduced this 60W 6-Port USB Charging Station to just £8.99

This 6-port charger is now just £8.99

The Renters' Rights Act has introduced major changes for landlords, including new tenancy rules and the abolition of Section 21 evictions in England.

Renters’ Rights Act: what landlords need to know

August is an ideal time to start planning ahead for spring.

Plant these tulips now for spring bouquets

These special glasses help you enjoy the eclipse safely

Solar eclipse glasses now from £17.74 on Amazon

Families can save on late summer breaks at Glendale Holiday Park in Cumbria as part of the Park Holidays Big Summer Sale, with entertainment, family facilities and easy access to the Lake District and Solway Coast.

Park Holidays launches summer sale with up to 35% off

The Wallflower ‘Sugar Rush’ Mix produces colourful, highly scented blooms in shades of red, purple, yellow, gold and white, flowering in autumn before returning again in spring.

10 fragrant wallflowers cost £9.99 and bloom twice

The English Garden rug has a soft recycled-polyester surface and a distressed botanical design. Photo supplied by Hug Rug

Hug Rug English Garden rug review
Hug Rug promises luxury looks with practical, machine-washable convenience. We lived with its English Garden Eco-Washable Rug for three weeks to see if it justifies its premium price tag.
Marc Reeves

The Emma Original Classic Mattress combines Halo memory foam, Airgocell technology and a supportive foam base, with new models currently available from £229 through Wowcher.

Emma mattress deal saves shoppers £120

Staying connected abroad is easier than ever with travel eSIMs, allowing holidaymakers to access mobile data without swapping their physical SIM card.

The phone check to do before every holiday flight

Could this be the face of a £84 million EuroMillions winner? The viral £8 syndicate deal has already attracted over 100,000 hopefuls ahead of tonight’s draw.

£84m EuroMillions jackpot: £8 deal offers 500 entries

The Luxear cooling blanket is designed to reduce stress and improve sleep, with a silky soft finish that’s gentle on both skin and hair.

Amazon cooling blanket could help during the next UK hot spell

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Government's 11 emergency essentials every home should have

The Royal Mint has launched an official Game of Thrones coin collection celebrating 15 years of the hit fantasy series, with Ice and Fire designs available from £15.

New Game of Thrones coins start at £15

The Renters' Rights Act has changed how landlords can regain possession of their properties, making the process more formal and evidence-based.

Five insurance checks every landlord should make now

Staying connected abroad is easier than ever with travel eSIMs, allowing holidaymakers to access mobile data without swapping their physical SIM card.

The one-minute holiday phone check you shouldn't skip

The Renters' Rights Act has introduced major changes for landlords, including new tenancy rules and the abolition of Section 21 evictions in England.

New renters' law: what landlords need to do now

Bunches directors Dan and Dani Hoving celebrate winning the National People’s Choice Family Business of the Year Award, alongside one of the florist’s bestselling bouquets.

Online florist crowned Britain’s favourite family business

The Ninja FrostVault 47L cool box has a separate Dry Zone drawer and can keep ice for up to five days

This huge Ninja cool box now costs £120 less before BBQ season

WORKPRO oscillating multitool review

Why every DIYer should own an oscillating multitool

A complete BiGDUG garage setup showing how shelving, cabinets and a workbench can transform a cluttered space into a practical workshop

Five garage upgrades to transform your space this summer

Apple’s latest iPad Air combines laptop-level performance with portability, making it one of the most sought-after Prime Day technology deals.

Prime Day slashes £199 off Apple’s iPad Air

Match-night entertaining doesn’t have to mean an expensive takeaway thanks to a popular £8 deli deal.

£8 match-night food spread beats takeaway prices

This wheeled BiGDUG toolbox is designed to keep tools organised and portable, offering a practical storage solution for DIY enthusiasts, home mechanics and tradespeople working across multiple locations.

This £24 mobile toolbox could be a DIY bargain worth knowing about

Apple AirPods 4 have fallen below £80 in an early Prime Day deal, offering one of the cheapest ways yet to buy Apple’s latest wireless earbuds.

Apple AirPods 4 drop below £80

The latest EuroMillions syndicate deal includes 500 lines and 500 Millionaires Raffle tickets ahead of tonight’s £22 million jackpot draw.

EuroMillions: £9 for 500 tickets in £22m draw

I nearly bought a bigger shed – then I realised the real problem

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