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Primary school places announced this week - help available if you don’t get your first choice

Primary school places announced this week - help available if you don’t get your first choice

Offers for primary school places go out on 16 April. Get clear advice on appeals, waiting lists, free school transport, breakfast clubs and other help for families.

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Rogue landlords face £40,000 fines as big renter changes start on 1 May

Rogue landlords face £40,000 fines as big renter changes start on 1 May

From 1 May, rogue landlords in England could face fines of up to £40,000. Find out what the new rules mean for renters, how to report bad landlords and how you could claim rent back.

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Unpaid carers may get Carer’s Allowance debts cancelled – here's how

Unpaid carers may get Carer’s Allowance debts cancelled – here's how

Thousands of unpaid carers may have Carer’s Allowance debts reduced, cancelled or refunded after a government review into unclear earnings guidance. Find out who’s affected, what happens next and what carers need to do.

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UK supermarket loyalty point boosters: best offers for the week of 13/04/2026

UK supermarket loyalty point boosters: best offers for the week of 13/04/2026

Find the best UK supermarket loyalty point boosters and spring cleaning deals for the week of 13 April 2026. See top offers from Asda, Iceland, Lidl, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s and Tesco to maximise savings on cleaning supplies, baby essentials and more.

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Is supermarket surge pricing coming to the UK? Here’s what it really means for your shopping bill

Is supermarket surge pricing coming to the UK? Here’s what it really means for your shopping bill

Worried about AI‑driven surge pricing in UK supermarkets? Learn what dynamic pricing really means, what’s changing, and how to keep your grocery bill down.

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Only 1 in 10 understand the State Pension – why relying on it can leave you short and how to plan

Only 1 in 10 understand the State Pension – why relying on it can leave you short and how to plan

New research shows most people don’t understand the state pension. Learn how it works, why it may change, and what you need to do now for a comfortable retirement.

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