The Weekly Consumer Report Podcast
Welcome to Parfitt Cresswell’s Weekly Consumer Report brought to you by Broadcast Journalist Glen Thompsett and award-winning journalist, author, podcaster, and broadcaster, Lindsay Cook.
Stay informed. Stay empowered. Stay ahead.
We’re excited to introduce the Weekly Consumer Report, your essential new show for the latest consumer news, practical advice, and expert insights. Each week, we break down the stories that matter most to your money, your rights, and your everyday life - helping you make smarter decisions in a fast-changing world. Every episode is packed with clear explanations, actionable tips, and the latest news - so you can feel confident and in control.
Tune in to our latest episode and join the conversation!
Episode 2: 11th November 2025 - in this episode:
- Stock Market Turmoil: $1.2 trillion wiped off top AI companies as fears of a tech correction grow.
- UK House Prices: Forecast to rise 22% by 2030, with northern regions leading the way.
- Sicknote Britain: 1 in 5 working-age adults are now economically inactive, costing the UK £85bn a year.
- Tesla’s Mega Pay Deal: Elon Musk could receive a $1tn package if Tesla hits ambitious targets.
- EV Tax Incoming: UK drivers of electric vehicles may face a new pay-per-mile tax from 2028.
- Festive Food Shopping: Supermarkets see record sales, but prices are changing weekly - shop smart!
- Savings Protection Boost: FSCS limit rises to £110k per institution from December 1st.
- Job Market Watch: US job cuts surge; UK employment stats due soon.
Our debut episode covers:
• The latest on UK interest rates and inflation
• Major reforms in renters’ rights
• Car finance compensation - what it means for consumers
• Energy bills and regulatory changes
• Budget preview, mobile contract updates, and more
Meet Your Hosts
The show is hosted by Glen Thompsett, an experienced broadcast journalist, and an award-winning journalist, author, podcaster, and broadcaster Lindsay Cook, whose expertise is widely recognised; she’s a regular contributor to BBC Radio 4 and other outlets and has written extensively for the Financial Times. Together, Glen and Lindsay bring decades of expertise, a passion for consumer advocacy, and a knack for making complex topics easy to understand.
Legal Chat with Parfitt Cresswell
Hear from our legal experts as they discuss various legal topics in Legal Chat with Parfitt Cresswell. Answering the commonly asked questions we receive on a regular basis, Legal Chat removes all of the legal jargon and makes the complex world of law that little bit easier to understand.
