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Mortgage rates rise as 750,000 households face £170 bill jump: The lenders bucking the trend and cutting deals
Mortgage rates have been rising with the average rate reaching 5.59% and thousands of homes set for £170 a month increase in bills. However, some big lenders including Santander, HSBC, and Nationwide are cutting rates. Find out what to do if your fixed-rate mortgage is ending.
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School uniform rules are changing: 12 ways to save including discounted Clarks shoes
New school uniform rules coming into force this September could help families cut the cost of the back-to-school shop. Here are some more ways to cut the costs of dressing children for the new term.
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Warm Home Discount: Act by 23 August to get £150 off energy bills
Millions of households could receive £150 off their energy bills this winter, but you need to check you are correctly registered before a key August deadline.
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Heatwave help: Free fans, energy bill support and benefits for vulnerable households
Find out what help is available during hot weather, including free fans, energy bill support, benefits, council schemes and advice for vulnerable households.
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Cost of living help: Subscription traps to be banned – what it means for your money
Subscription traps will be easier to cancel from January 2027. Find out how new rules on subscriptions and misleading discounts could help you save money, along with other changes announced by Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
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GCSE Results Day 2026: Best freebies, deals and discounts for students
GCSE results are nearly out, if you're planning your celebration, you don't need a big budget because there are plenty of freebies up for grabs. We explain what's available.
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