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Homeless households to be told there is ‘no room at the inn’ this Christmas

The Salvation Army is calling for a change in homelessness laws so that no one is forced to sleep on the streets, after carrying out research that estimates 5,500 households will be turned away by their local council in the run up to Christmas.

benefits

Our thoughts on the autumn statement

Sebrina McCullough, head of external relations here at Money Wellness, has responded to today's autumn statement by saying there's more work to be done.

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benefits

Autumn statement – what it means for you

Find out how your finances will be affected by the policies announced in the autumn statement.

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cost of living

Confusing stats ‘making it hard to identify those struggling most with rising cost of living’

A new report claims the government's inconsistent measures of poverty are making it hard to identify those in greatest need.

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benefits

Thousands benefit from free legal support

Millions of pounds of free legal help has been made available by the government - are you eligible

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housing

Private rents continue to grow but so does tenants’ political power

As the latest figures show private rent prices across Great Britain reached record highs in October, a new report says the political power of tenants is also increasing.

benefits

Our wish list for the Autumn Statement

With the chancellor finalising his announcement for next Wednesday, we set out the five things we'd like to be included to help households struggling with the cost of living

housing

Unscrupulous housing providers taking advantage of the vulnerable

A new report on supported housing says the government is letting down some of the most vulnerable.

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cost of living

Rise in the number of people falling behind with their mortgages

As the number of people falling behind with their mortgage payments increases, struggling homeowners are urged to speak to their lender.

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housing

Nearly two thirds of landlords will hike rents if tenants are allowed to keep pets

Landlords will increase rents if they're made to accept pets under the Renters Reform Bill. Find out what the changes mean for you and how to find a property that'll let you keep your furry friend