More of us than ever are taking control over our retirement pot. But is a self-invested pension the right thing for you?

In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? Money’s pension expert Paul Davies, and AJ Bell’s Director of Public Policy to explain what a SIPP is, and help you decide if it could form part of your retirement savings plan.

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In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we tell you about the results of our most recent car survey, and reveal the models that stopped rolling off the production line many years ago that still offer amazing levels of reliability.

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Private healthcare has become more and more mainstream since the Covid-19 pandemic. But is it really worth paying extra to skip the NHS queues?

In this episode of our special healthy living series, Which? Senior Researcher Megan Thomas and doctor and broadcaster Oscar Duke discuss the benefits of going private for your next GP appointment. Plus we explain what it might cost you, and how you could face delays if you opt to return to the NHS.

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The bank of England base rate is falling, but inflation is on the rise. So are there any savings accounts on the market right now that offer competitive rates?

In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? Money’s Matthew Jenkin and NerdWallet UK’s Amy Knight to discuss what’s happening to savings rates, how you can choose the right deal, and what might happen to rates in the future.

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In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we highlight the dramatic rise in the number of parking tickets being issued, plus what your rights are if you think you've been unfairly penalised.

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The supplement industry is booming, but do we really know which vitamins should form part of our daily routine?

In this episode of our special healthy living series, we discuss whether or not you actually need to take some of the most popular vitamins and supplements. Plus, we share our best advice on how you should supplement your intake if you life a vegan lifestyle.

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Having a travel insurance policy is essential in case something goes wrong when you’re away from home. But might an underlying medical condition bump up the price?

In this episode, Lucia Ariano is joined by Which? insurance expert Dean Sobers to explain why your premium might cost more than you expected, plus what you can do to bring that price down.

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In this week's episode of Which? Shorts, we've crunched the numbers to find the quietest places in Europe, then reviewed some of the hidden gems to help you choose somewhere new for your next getaway.

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Calorie counting. Slimming clubs. Fasting. Detoxing. What really is the best way to stay healthy through the food we eat?

In this episode of our special healthy living series, we look at some of the most popular diets and analyse which ones could be right for you.

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The way you choose to access your pension can have a big impact on the amount of money you have to live on in later life. So which option is right for you?

Which? Money Editor Jenny Ross & Tom Selby, Director of Public Policy at AJ Bell explain how annuities and pension drawdown work, including the pros and cons of each method for turning your savings into a retirement income.

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This episode was originally released in December 2024