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Free college courses if you claim Universal Credit: Who qualifies and how to apply
Thousands of adults in England can study for a free qualification without paying course fees, thanks to a government-funded scheme that helps people improve their job prospects and earn more money. You could qualify if claim Universal Credit or earn below a certain income threshold or are unemployed.
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Petrol prices rising ahead of summer holidays: How Asda and Sainsbury's fuel offers could save you money
Drivers are seeing higher prices at the pumps after wholesale fuel costs started rising again, but new supermarket promotions could help motorists cut the cost of filling up. We explain what's on offer as Asda joins Sainsbury's in 5p saving per litre offer for drivers.
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Scam text rules change to protect mobile phone users: What you need to know about Ofcom rules
Millions of mobile phone users could soon be better protected from scam text messages and spoof phone calls under new rules introduced by communications regulator Ofcom. We explain what you need to know.
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Buy Now, Pay Later rules change – what it means for Klarna, Clearpay and other customers
People using Buy Now, Pay Later services such as Klarna and Clearpay will soon be going through affordability checks and have the right to complain to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Here's what's changing, who the new rules apply to and what to do if something goes wrong.
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Heating oil compensation: Are you due £350 from cancelled deliveries?
Around 1,700 households could be owed compensation of up to £350 after heating oil suppliers allegedly cancelled customer orders and forced people to pay higher prices during the energy crisis, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has said.
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Is your pension offering value for money? New DWP league table plans will let you find out
Millions of workers will be able to judge if their pension is offering good returns and quality service under new plans from the Department for Work and Pensions. The aim is that underperforming savings schemes will be pressured to improve or leave the market. Here are how the changes could affect your pension.
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