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Child Trust Fund: Could you claim free money worth up to £2,000?

Child Trust Fund: Could you claim free money worth up to £2,000?

It sound too good to be true, but hundreds of thousands of young adults in the UK are missing out on free money with an average value of £2,000 each. Child Trust Funds were set up for every eligible child born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011.

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Bailiff rules are changing: New protections for people in debt explained

Bailiff rules are changing: New protections for people in debt explained

The government has unveiled plans to strengthen regulation of private bailiffs in England and Wales to protect people struggling with debt

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EE 30% off scam: How you can tell if the discount call is genuine or fraudsters

EE 30% off scam: How you can tell if the discount call is genuine or fraudsters

Fraudsters are claiming to be calling from EE and offering customers a discount on their existing plan, but the calls are actually fraudsters trying to scam you. Here is what to do - and what not to do - if you get the call.

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Best Aldi wine dupes: Cheap alternatives for Whispering Angel, Oyster Bay, chicken wine and more

Best Aldi wine dupes: Cheap alternatives for Whispering Angel, Oyster Bay, chicken wine and more

Aldi's lookalike wines often deliver similar flavour profiles for top brands at a fraction of the price, making them a hit with savvy shoppers. Some of the best versions are alternatives to Whispering Angel, 19 Crimes and 'Chicken Wine'.

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Job help for young people: Free schemes to help find work, training or apprenticeships

Job help for young people: Free schemes to help find work, training or apprenticeships

Young people looking for work can get free help with finding a job, writing a CV, preparing for interviews, getting work experience and finding apprenticeships. We explain the support available.

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Universal Credit days out near me: Cheap and £1 attractions across the UK

Universal Credit days out near me: Cheap and £1 attractions across the UK

Heading for a day out to a big attraction usually doesn't come cheap. But if you claim Universal Credit, some top venues offer free or heavily discounted tickets. We reveal what's on offer across the UK.

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