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  Average household set to spend £787 on Christmas – tips to slash costs

Average household set to spend £787 on Christmas – tips to slash costs

This Christmas is set to be one of the most expensive yet and many people will be borrowing to fund it.

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How to spot “spray and pray” delivery scams this Christmas

How to spot “spray and pray” delivery scams this Christmas

If you’re eagerly waiting for Christmas and Black Friday deliveries, it’s normal to expect texts about your deliveries, but scammers know this too.

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Energy bills set to fall by £150 in 2026 – what to do if you’re struggling

Energy bills set to fall by £150 in 2026 – what to do if you’re struggling

From April 2026, energy bills in England, Scotland, and Wales will drop by about £150 a year on average.

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Minimum wage, state pension and benefits due to go up in April 2026

Minimum wage, state pension and benefits due to go up in April 2026

Here’s a breakdown of what’s changing and how much more you could get depending on your circumstances.

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Top 10 regret buys – how to beat impulse shopping this Black Friday

Top 10 regret buys – how to beat impulse shopping this Black Friday

Here's how to avoid impulse buys this Black Friday as almost two-thirds of Brits (59%) admitted to making at least one regretful purchase this year.

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Two-child benefit cap axed – what it means for you

Two-child benefit cap axed – what it means for you

This change is designed to tackle child poverty and give every child the best start in life.

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Help to Save scheme made permanent – are you eligible?

Help to Save scheme made permanent – are you eligible?

The Help to Save scheme has now been made permanent, giving people on low income the opportunity to save and earn government bonuses.

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5 key takeaways from the Budget

5 key takeaways from the Budget

Here are some of the main takeaways from the Budget that are likely to have an effect on your life.

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Black Friday – is it the real deal or a dud?

Black Friday – is it the real deal or a dud?

Nobody wants to be duped by a fake deal, especially when it might mean paying over the odds for a product.

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How to bag the best deals this Black Friday

How to bag the best deals this Black Friday

Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping events of the year, so it’s easy to feel the pressure to grab every “bargain” you see.

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Don’t let old addresses wreck your Black Friday shopping spree

Don’t let old addresses wreck your Black Friday shopping spree

This easy mistake catches even the savviest of shoppers off guard and can cost you money.

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Black Friday bargains - the hidden catch you need to know

Black Friday bargains - the hidden catch you need to know

Black Friday can be the perfect time to grab a deal. Big discounts, countdown timers, and “limited stock” warnings make it feel smart to shop early. But buying gifts now could mean you lose the right to return them before Christmas even arrives.

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No fault evictions banned from May – what it means for renters

No fault evictions banned from May – what it means for renters

The government has passed the Renters’ Rights Act which brings in several new protections for renters and bans Section 21 notices. Right now, landlords can use a “no-fault” Section 21 notice to evict tenants without giving a reason which means many renters live in uncertainty.

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Common employment scams and how to stay safe

Common employment scams and how to stay safe

Reports of employment scams are on the rise, with people being targeted by fake get rich quick schemes and dodgy paid CV services that deliver little value.

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How to shop mindfully during Black Friday sales

How to shop mindfully during Black Friday sales

With enticing deals galore, it’s no wonder many end up overspending on impulse buys they never actually planned. But a saving is only a saving if you needed what you bought in the first place.

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HMRC launches suspended child benefit review – what to do if you’ve been affected

HMRC launches suspended child benefit review – what to do if you’ve been affected

HMRC has launched a suspended child benefit review after it used a new system to stop paying roughly 23,500 people in the UK.

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How to have a great family Christmas without breaking the bank

How to have a great family Christmas without breaking the bank

This year, nearly half of UK parents say they’ll put their children’s Christmas experience ahead of everything else. But there are ways to have a magical Christmas without breaking the bank.

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Five popular Black Friday scams and how to spot them

Five popular Black Friday scams and how to spot them

Here is an overview of some of the most popular scams to look out for this Black Friday and how to spot them.

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