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Christmas jobs 2026: John Lewis and Royal Mail hire seasonal workers
Retailers are gearing up for the busy festive period by hiring extra workers now. If you're looking for a job, here are the firms that have started hiring.
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Energy price cap rise: Why you need to submit a meter reading before 1 October
Submitting an up-to-date reading in the next couple of days means that you'll only be charged higher rates for energy used after the new cap takes effect on 1 October.
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New help to buy scheme: Details on 2.5% deposit mortgages for new-build homes
First-time buyers will be able to get on the property ladder with a tiny deposit of just 2.5% deposit under a new government-backed scheme. It will work in a similar way to the previous Help to Buy scheme. Here is what we know.
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What NOT to do in a job interview – and why bringing an iced latte could cost you the role
The job market is as tough as ever. If you've managed to line up an interview, make sure you don't throw away your chances will small mistakes.
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Christmas train tickets 2026: When do they go on sale and how to get cheap fares
Christmas tickets are already on sale, but booking dates vary by operator and major engineering works could affect festive journeys. Here’s when Christmas 2026 train tickets are being released and how to save money on fares.
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Free and easy ways to cut your heating costs as energy bills rise in October
Energy bills are rising by 4% from October, just as colder weather arrives. Households worried about the cost of heating can still take some easy steps to save.
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Best supermarket fuel offers to save on petrol and diesel as Asda brings back 5p off a litre
Asda has brought back its popular fuel saving offer, giving Rewards customers 5p off every litre of fuel when they spend £40 in store. Here’s how to get the discount and how much you could save.
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Attendance Allowance: Who can claim and how much you could get explained
Attendance Allowance is worth up to £114.60 a week for people over State Pension age who need help with personal care or supervision because of a disability or health condition. Here's who can claim, how much you could get and how to apply.
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Cheapest Halloween sweet deals including Poundland, Aldi, Asda, Tesco and Sainsbury's
Get set for trick or treat with a big bowl of sweets. We look at the best Halloween deals including chocolate, Haribo and sweets from the shops online and in-store. Plus, Aldi's new Halloween munch mix.
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Universal Credit claimants could get up to £1,200 free from the government - how to qualify for the cash
More than £300 million has already been paid out through HMRC's Help to Save scheme, which offers eligible Universal Credit claimants a government bonus worth up to £1,200. Here's who can claim and how it works.
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Vet bills: How to cut the cost of pet treatment as rules change
Vet bills can cost hundreds or thousands of pounds. Find out how to cut pet treatment costs as new CMA rules make vet prices clearer
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Winter Fuel Payment claims now open - do you need to apply for benefit worth up to £300?
Millions of pensioners will receive the Winter Fuel Payment automatically this winter, but some people need to make a claim from today to avoid missing out on support worth up to £300. You can also opt out if you don't want to receive the payment.
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Cheapest Quality Street, Heroes, Roses and Celebrations Christmas 2026 choc tubs - which is the best value?
Christmas chocolate treats are set to be more expensive this year. Get the best value by comparing the prices of tub favourites such as Quality Street, Celebrations, Heroes and Roses at supermarkets including Tesco and Asda.
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Lidl Plus Points can now be swapped for rewards including money-off coupons and selected products, giving shoppers the opportunity to save on food bills. Here is what you can get.
Lidl Plus Points can now be swapped for rewards including money-off coupons and selected products, giving shoppers the opportunity to save on food bills. Here is what you can get.
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Pension Credit days out: Cheap and £1 attractions for October half-term
If you're looking after grandchildren over October half term and claim Pension Credit you can get a day out at top attractions across the UK for next to nothing. We round up the full list of venues offering discounts.
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Tesco, Morrisons, Asda and Aldi Christmas toy sale dates and best deals to grab now
Don't wait until Black Friday to stock up on your Christmas presents, some of the biggest retailers including Tesco and Morrisons are already offering major deals on the best toys for kids with Aldi and Lidl to launch soon.
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Universal Credit and benefit payment dates October 2026: When will DWP money show in your account?
Check when DWP will pay Universal Credit, PIP, and other vital benefits in October. Plus, are you getting all the support you're entitled to?
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State Pension forecast: How to check for missing National Insurance contributions
Almost 7million adults have never checked their State Pension forecast. Here's how to check your NI record and what to do about missing contributions.
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