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bills

Council tax to rise by up to 5%

Bills set to rise well above the rate of inflation.

debts

Lies, suicide attempts, bankruptcy, bailiffs – a gambling addict’s story

Craig shares his story to mark Gambling Awareness Week

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Sweet savings you won’t want to miss

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cost of living

Low-to-middle-income families face more health challenges than before

12% of people in the income group are carers.

money saver

Timpson offer free dry-cleaning for job interviews

No voucher needed.

money booster

Millions of Netflix viewers could face £1,000 fine

Find out if you'll be affected

Illustrated image of a bowl of soup. ASAD Winter Wonder £1 meal 2024

money saver

£1 winter meals at ASDA

Return of popular money saver meal for winter 2024

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money saver

Snapping up refurbished gadgets for Christmas gifts

Here’s everything you need to know

money saver

Deal me in: biggest bargains and fun brand facts of the week

More steals, exclusive offers and a little extra trivia

managing your money

Watch out for celebrity ad scams

Here’s how to protect yourself

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benefits

Changes to benefits payments this Christmas

Find out when you'll be paid if your benefits payment date falls on 25, 26, 27 December 2024 or 1 January 2025.

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bills

Fancy £400 to do up your house and slash your bills?

Find out if you qualify.

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managing your money

Call for some people to be exempt from paying council tax

LGA calls for some under-25s to be exempt from paying council tax.

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cost of living

Budget measures may push up shop prices

Employers’ national insurance costs could be passed on to shoppers.

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