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The most budget-friendly last minute half term holiday ideas

The most budget-friendly last minute half term holiday ideas

October half term is fast approaching, and for many families that means scrambling to find a budget-friendly getaway. There are deals to be had if you look around.

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Drivers could get £700 each in landmark FCA compensation scheme – how to claim

Drivers could get £700 each in landmark FCA compensation scheme – how to claim

If you used car finance to buy a car before November 2024, you might be owed money. The FCA is proposing a new compensation scheme that could see affected drivers receive an average of £700 per claim.

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Energy tariffs with lower standing charges coming from January

Energy tariffs with lower standing charges coming from January

Ofgem requires every energy supplier to offer at least one tariff with lower standing charges. Here's what this means for you.

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Households face five more years of falling living standards – what to do if you’re struggling

Households face five more years of falling living standards – what to do if you’re struggling

Households across the country could face another five years of falling disposable incomes, according to new research by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation.

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Big changes ahead for free school meals – here's what you need to know

Big changes ahead for free school meals – here's what you need to know

New changes to free school meals mean it'll be easier than ever for more and more eligible children to access them. Here's what this means for your family.

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How to save for a rainy day

How to save for a rainy day

Lots of people are struggling to make ends meet these days, so putting money away for emergencies doesn’t always seem possible. Here are a few ways to start saving.

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Is your budget on track for Christmas?

Is your budget on track for Christmas?

Christmas might be months away, but it's worth making sure your budget is up to scratch now. Here are our top tips for making sure you can afford the Christmas you want.

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Money mule scams: what they are and how to avoid them

Money mule scams: what they are and how to avoid them

Money mule scams can be easy to fall for. If you do, you could face criminal charges even if you didn't realise what you did was illegal. Here's how to spot them and avoid them.

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Why saving for retirement feels harder than ever and what to do about it

Why saving for retirement feels harder than ever and what to do about it

Saving for retirement is important, but many people are struggling to set money aside amidst a cost-of-living crisis. Here's what you can do if that's you.

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How to stay warm this winter as energy bills keep rising

How to stay warm this winter as energy bills keep rising

Many households struggle with energy bills. Here are some tips on staying warm this winter and ways to get support if you can't pay your bills.

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Over half of school leavers don’t receive a proper financial education

Over half of school leavers don’t receive a proper financial education

More than half of young people leave school without the financial skills they need; here's how you can help.

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Romance scams are increasing - how to stay safe

Romance scams are increasing - how to stay safe

Romance scams are on the rise, and the tactics are getting more sophisticated. Here's how to stay safe.

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QR code scams cost Brits thousands – how to stay safe

QR code scams cost Brits thousands – how to stay safe

QR code scams are on the rise and can be easy to fall for. Here's how to stay safe.

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Renters spend £163,000 before buying a home - how to get help

Renters spend £163,000 before buying a home - how to get help

Renters are spending around £163,000 on rent before buying their first home. Here's what to do if you're struggling to cover your rent and save for a deposit.

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16-24 and not in education or work? Here’s what to do

16-24 and not in education or work? Here’s what to do

A NEET is a young person who's not in education, employment, or training. Here's what to do if that's you.

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Households miss out on £24bn of government support

Households miss out on £24bn of government support

Around 7 million households in the UK are missing out on government support. Here's how to check if you're eligible.

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How to pay less for broadband

How to pay less for broadband

Broadband bills are on the rise, but there are ways to pay less if you're on a low income.

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Final Universal Credit migration letters sent out - what to do next

Final Universal Credit migration letters sent out - what to do next

If you're still receiving older benefits, you may receive a migration letter to move to Universal Credit soon.

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