Benefits

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Could you be eligible for extra money from the household support fund?

We explain what the household support fund is and if you're eligible for the extra help

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Millions of Brits will get a £900 cost-of-living payment starting next month – are you eligible?

Department of Work and Pensions has revealed that the first of three cost-of-living payments will land next month

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Are you eligible for free childcare following the spring budget?

We look at who is eligible to claim 30 hours free childcare under the government's new rules.

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International Women’s Day: financial support for pregnant women and mums with young children

In response to a survey showing working isn't financially viable for lots of mums, we've come up with a list of financial support available to pregnant women and new mums.

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Changes to benefits and the state pension in 2023 and beyond

A calendar of the changes to UK benefits coming into force in 2023 and beyond.

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Can you get universal credit on a zero-hours contract?

Claiming universal credit while on a zero-hours contract - who can get it, how to apply and potential problems.