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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