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Hundreds of thousands of families to make big energy savings under new scheme

A new scheme is set to save 300,000 families up to £400 a year on their energy bills.

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Iceland joins Amazon

People will now be able to order fresh and frozen food from Iceland through Amazon

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Energy companies banned from forcibility fitting prepayment meters

Greater protection introduced to protect vulnerable customers from forced prepayment meter practices

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Mortgage arrears hit 7-year high

Bank of England figures have revealed the amount of mortgage arrears rose to the highest level since 2016 in the second quarter of 2023.

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Just days left to claim a Sun £9.50 holiday

Make sure you don't miss out on a bargain £9.50 holiday

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State pension to rise by 8.5% in 2024. What does the triple lock mean for you?

Pensioners are set to receive a big rise in state pension payments from next April

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Public want cheaper energy for the vulnerable

A survey by EDF has found 77% of Brits are in support of a social energy tariff for vulnerable and low-income households.

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DWP warns of cost of living fraudsters

The DWP has warned people to on their guard as there's been a rise in fraudsters pretending to be them. Here's what to look out for.

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Aldi cuts prices on its fruit and veg essentials

Aldi, the UK's cheapest supermarket, has reduced prices across a range of fresh fruit and veg. Find the savings here.

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Suicide Prevention Day – 10th September

There's a clear link between suicide and problem debt. By working together, we can break this link. On world suicide prevention day, we find out what help and support is available.