CONSUMER watchdogs last night warned holiday firms to tell the truth in their brochures as a row escalated between two travel operators over prices.

The Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs has issued guidelines to consumers to recognise and avoid internet money "scams".

Rising energy bills and transport costs fuelled a surprise hike in inflation in Britain today – increasing the chances of another interest rate rise there.

AUCTIONEERS were accused yesterday of mistreating vulnerable housebuyers by enticing them into showrooms with unrealistically low guide prices.