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Energy price cap to rise 4% in October raising bills by £60 - how you can cut costs

Energy price cap to rise 4% in October raising bills by £60 - how you can cut costs

Ofgem has confirmed the energy price cap will go up by 4% from 1 October 2026 to £1,723. We explain what you need to know.

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Best ways to spend Tesco Clubcard vouchers including holidays and days out as £11m in rewards set to expire

Best ways to spend Tesco Clubcard vouchers including holidays and days out as £11m in rewards set to expire

Millions of pounds worth of Clubcard vouchers are expiring at the end of August. But there are far better ways to maximise your vouchers than just saving money on your supermarket shop. Here are some ideas how to save on holidays, days out, and more.

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Free bus travel for children in August 2026: Last chance to claim free rides before scheme ends

Free bus travel for children in August 2026: Last chance to claim free rides before scheme ends

The August Bank Holiday is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of the free bus travel scheme for kids before it ends. Here is how it works...

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From free school meals expansion to uniform grants, all the ways parents can save on back to school costs

From free school meals expansion to uniform grants, all the ways parents can save on back to school costs

A new school term is just around the corner and getting kids back to the classroom can be pricey. However, there is lots of help for parents struggling with costs. We explain everything that's available.

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Are plug-in solar panels worth it? How much you could save as UK rules change

Are plug-in solar panels worth it? How much you could save as UK rules change

Plug-in solar panels could help cut electricity bills for renters, people living in flats and other households that have previously not been able to access the technology. Here's what you need to know.

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Morrisons promises cheaper prices than Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Asda  - can you save on your food bill?

Morrisons promises cheaper prices than Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Asda - can you save on your food bill?

Morrisons' new Unbeatable Prices commitment covers more than 500 products and promises that the prices won't be beaten by Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, Sainsbury's or Asda. The caveat is that the guarantee only applies to products specifically included in the range. We look at how much shoppers could save.

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