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Supermarket Easter opening times 2026

Supermarket Easter opening times 2026

2026 supermarket opening times for Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Morrisons, Aldi, Lidl, M&S, Co-op, Waitrose and Iceland, including regional differences and Bank Holiday hours.

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Hosting family this Easter? Here’s how to help older relatives stay scam safe

Hosting family this Easter? Here’s how to help older relatives stay scam safe

Easter gatherings are a perfect time to talk to your family about scams that are happening now and how to stay safe.

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Student loan applications now open – what to know about Plan 5 before you apply

Student loan applications now open – what to know about Plan 5 before you apply

Applying for student finance in 2026/27? Understand Plan 5 repayments, thresholds, costs and how it compares to older loans before you apply.

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The car insurance question that could leave you uninsured and with points on your licence

The car insurance question that could leave you uninsured and with points on your licence

Using your car to get to work? Not adding ‘commuting’ to your insurance could mean fines, points and higher premiums. Here’s how to avoid getting caught out.

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Hotel Chocolat egg sandwiches: Are they worth the hype this Easter?

Hotel Chocolat egg sandwiches: Are they worth the hype this Easter?

We tried the viral Hotel Chocolat egg sandwich so you don’t have to. Here’s how it tastes, what you actually get for the price and whether you’re better off buying a classic Easter egg instead.

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All your household bills are changing in April 2026 – here’s what’s going up and what to do

All your household bills are changing in April 2026 – here’s what’s going up and what to do

Household bills are rising from April 2026, including council tax, water, broadband and more. Here’s what’s changing and practical ways to cut costs.

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