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Major UK bank launches new ‘cheaper by the year’ phone plan
The new plans will offer customers 5 per cent off their monthly bill each year, rewarding them for long-term loyalty
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Millions of UK savers given £6,593 alert – ‘you don’t have to accept this’
Millions of people have savings that could be working harder for them, according to new research
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Martin Lewis explains ‘really important’ rule about how energy bills increase works
He warned about a misleading figure you may see
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State Pensioners could be missing out on extra benefits, discounts and payments
Many UK pensioners may be eligible for additional financial help beyond their regular State Pension payments
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Landlords using little-known loophole ahead of £19,000 fines in crackdown
400,000 could now be exposed to eviction costs running into tens of thousands of pounds under the government's rental reforms.
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ISA warning issued as savers could face new tax charge from 2027
New ISA tax charges have been reported for some savers, with cash ISA limits also set to be cut
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UK households urged to get £92 document ‘more important than a Will’
A lasting power of attorney (LPA) is every bit as vital as having a will, financial advisers have warned.
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Warning for all NS&I Premium Bonds holders and ‘you shouldn’t assume’
Over 22 million Premium Bonds holders will see the prize fund rate increase to 3.80% from the July 2026 draw.
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Warning for 20 million households with 4 biggest broadband companies in UK
A broadband expert has urged households in the UK to never assume that the 'Big Four' always have the best deals and connection.
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New council tax rule could let state pensioners delay payments until after death
Government has launched a consultation on the design of the High Value Council Tax Surcharge.
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HMRC inheritance tax rule change could increase bills by £34,000
Families are being warned they could face inheritance tax bills averaging an extra £34,000
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HMRC warning for anyone who keeps working after reaching state pension age
HMRC has taken to X, formerly Twitter, to share its guidance with state pensioners who stay in work
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DWP confirms full list of 8 infectious diseases that qualify for £114 weekly payment
The government agency has clarified the list of qualifying conditions
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DVLA confirms full list of life updates you must report immediately or risk £1,000 fine
Millions of UK motorists are breaking the terms of their licence without realising it
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Pension rule change for millions of savers born after 6 April 1971
Millions of pension savers born between 6 April 1971 and 5 April 1973 could be at risk, PensionBee has warned.
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HMRC inheritance tax update ahead of ‘nightmare’ raid
HMRC, the Labour Party government's tax arm, has issued an update on the upcoming inheritance tax (IHT) raid on pension savings that will come into effect from April 2027.
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British Gas explains boiler move which can lead to ‘lower energy bills’
British Gas engineer Jay said that arranging an annual boiler service could help people reduce their energy costs.
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State pensioners aged 80 and over being handed bonus £300 from DWP
DWP Winter Fuel Payments are worth between £100 and £300.
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State pensioners under age 75 getting extra £575 from DWP
DWP has confirmed bumper £575 payments for younger state pensioners on the new, full state pension rate.
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Three Midlands towns with houses so cheap that average first-time buyer is age 27
The analysis looks at the average price paid by people buying their first home in local areas across the country.
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Tax-free childcare worth £2,000 on offer but 220,000 households missing out
The scheme gives working parents an extra £2 for every £8 they spend on childcare.
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£1,290 handouts confirmed for British Gas, Octopus, OVO, EDF, EON customers
British Gas will give households up to £1,700 to help pay off their energy debts – and you don’t have to be a customer to apply.
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HMRC confirms £200 tax charge for state pensioners born after 1946
HMRC may take it back depending on your personal income.
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HMRC ‘taking back’ payments from state pensioners over earnings rule
Your partner’s income does not count towards your total.
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Martin Lewis issues verdict on Rachel Reeves’ ‘important’ 55p rule change
The money saving expert said the change could be beneficial to people who drive for work
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£9,710 warning for NS&I Premium Bonds holders
Fidelity International said the popular NS&I product carries a significant "opportunity cost" for people holding it over long periods.
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UK households warned time is running out for £1,000 government bonus
Consumer watchdog Which? has warned that the popular savings scheme the Lifetime ISA will no longer be open to new applicants from April 2028.
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HMRC tax change now in force costing UK households average £600 a year
Dividend tax rates will increase under changes overseen by HMRC, affecting thousands of Britons who receive income from dividends.
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DWP state pension tweak set to cost claimants £7,011 each
Thousands of state pensioners are set to lose out on significant sums of Labour Party government support
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State pensioners born before 1951 missing out on £2,932 from DWP
Under DWP rules, there are TWO state pension rates: the new, and the basic.
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DWP tells state pensioners with £35,000 incomes they no longer qualify
Previous rules over Government support have been ripped up
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HMRC changing state pensioners’ tax codes ahead of issuing bills
HMRC is issuing letters informing state pensioners who have exceeded their earnings limit for the Winter Fuel Payment
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DWP confirms £100 payment increase for older state pensioners
The DWP is sending older state pensioners automatic £300.
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DWP names 10 conditions that qualify for payments worth £114 a week
The list includes some common conditions
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DWP announces bonus payment for state pensioners born before September 1946
State pensioners born before this date will be handed £300 in the form of the DWP Winter Fuel Payment.
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First Direct gives customers until July 15 to take action
The move from the bank is "for a limited time only".