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Charlotte Lorimer
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Spending from the joint account: What’s legit?
When it comes to joint account spending, what’s ‘unacceptable’ and what’s a grey area? Our writer Charlotte Lorimer finds out.23rd May 2024
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“We couldn’t get on the pitch – there were loads of men playing. The girls were so disappointed.”
Taner Baycanli, coach and founder of girls football club Vicky Park Rangers, talks to one of our writers about fighting back when they lost their pitch.15th May 2024
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Which chores pay best? We talk to parents about the price they pay for peace
All chores are not made equal. But which ones pay best? Our writer Charlotte Lorimer finds out.22nd March 2024
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How do I future proof my business for a crisis?
Crisis comms expert Lorna O'Neill has been helping senior business owners deal with crisis management for years. Here, she shares her insight.8th February 2024
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What are you having? The alcohol-free alternatives shaking up an industry
The popularity of non-alcoholic drinks, including spirits and aperitifs, is on the rise – Starling writer Charlotte Lorimer finds out why.8th January 2024
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“You can’t just sit and wait for the world to be better” says Cynthia V Davis, newly appointed CBE
Cynthia V Davis CBE is a diversity and inclusion specialist and the founder and CEO of two businesses, Diversifying Group and Diversifying Jobs. Here, she shares her motivations and success story.12th December 2023
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Avoid “bought then binned” for the festive period, says Starling customer Betsy Benn
Betsy Benn specialises in personalised gifts including prints, luxury notebooks and home decorations from cushions and clocks to mugs and lighting. 6th December 2023
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“My friend has owed me money for eight years. I asked two experts for advice.”
In the UK, a third of adults are owed money by friends or family. We discuss the dynamics of lending and borrowing between friends.30th November 2023
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How Starling customer Nevo Burrell uses style and colour to empower breast cancer survivors
Nevo Burrell is a London-based image consultant who uses style and colour to empower breast cancer survivors17th October 2023
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“I searched ‘Flashcards for Black children’ and the results showed a batman outfit and gloves.”
Founded by Desriee Asomuyide, Little Omo is an inclusive and educational toy brand that provides learning materials and toys for children.13th October 2023
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“I quit my job at seven months pregnant. By the time I gave birth, I had a business.”
Jenn McGarrigle talks about quitting a job and then starting her own business, sustainability consultancy Cyd Connects.22nd September 2023
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You buy a property together, and then? Here’s Siân and Mathew’s story
Buying property together and getting married both require commitment and trust. Getting a joint account together does too. Here’s Siân and Mathew’s story.19th September 2023
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