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Scam text rules change to protect mobile phone users: What you need to know about Ofcom rules

Scam text rules change to protect mobile phone users: What you need to know about Ofcom rules

Millions of mobile phone users could soon be better protected from scam text messages and spoof phone calls under new rules introduced by communications regulator Ofcom. We explain what you need to know.

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Buy Now, Pay Later rules change – what it means for Klarna, Clearpay and other customers

Buy Now, Pay Later rules change – what it means for Klarna, Clearpay and other customers

People using Buy Now, Pay Later services such as Klarna and Clearpay will soon be going through affordability checks and have the right to complain to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Here's what's changing, who the new rules apply to and what to do if something goes wrong.

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Heating oil compensation: Are you due £350 from cancelled deliveries?

Heating oil compensation: Are you due £350 from cancelled deliveries?

Around 1,700 households could be owed compensation of up to £350 after heating oil suppliers allegedly cancelled customer orders and forced people to pay higher prices during the energy crisis, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has said.

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Is your pension offering value for money? New DWP league table plans will let you find out

Is your pension offering value for money? New DWP league table plans will let you find out

Millions of workers will be able to judge if their pension is offering good returns and quality service under new plans from the Department for Work and Pensions. The aim is that underperforming savings schemes will be pressured to improve or leave the market. Here are how the changes could affect your pension.

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Tesco closing early if England reach World Cup final: What time will stores shut?

Tesco closing early if England reach World Cup final: What time will stores shut?

Tesco has revealed workers will be able to leave early for the World Cup final on Sunday if England win against Argentina on Wednesday. All stores including Tesco Express will be covered by the move.

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Universal Credit perks: All the freebies, discounts and grants available in 2026

Universal Credit perks: All the freebies, discounts and grants available in 2026

Millions of people claim Universal Credit but you may not realise claiming the benefits also unlocks lots of valuable freebies and perks than can help ease the cost of living if you are struggling. We explain all the perks on offer so that you don't miss out.

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