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managing your money

Mum of three scammed out of a family holiday

A mum of three had to cancel a family holiday after learning they had been scammed out of more than £4,000, the Independent reports. What to do if you've been scammed.

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Cost of living forcing retirees back into work

An increasing number of retirees and pensioners are being forced back into the workforce to make ends meet. Find out what help is available

bills

Octopus Energy buys Shell- but what does it mean for Shell's customers?

Octopus Energy has bought Shell Energy’s household electricity and gas business, making it the second biggest energy firm in the UK after British Gas. What does this mean for current Shell customers?

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Investigation launched into overcharging by vets

Pet owners could be paying too much for medicines and treatment

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debts

15% of UK population needs debt advice

8.1 million people need help with problem debt last year. Find out what help is available

money saver

Accidental subscription spending doubles, but how can you stop your subscriptions and save money?

Citizens Advice has warned that the amount customers spent on accidental subscriptions doubled in a year. Find out how to spot CPAs and cancel your unwanted subscriptions.

benefits

Important changes to child benefit

Two major changes are happening to the way child benefit works from April 6th.

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cost of living

Household support fund extension: are you eligible?

The household support fund was extended in the spring budget for six more months. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply.

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managing your money

Cold-calling sales company shut down after targeting elderly and vulnerable customers

Find out how to protect yourself from cold call scams.

Image of a mothers day card with flowers. Top money saving tips mums would like to pass onto their kids this mothers day

Money-savings tips to pass onto your kids this Mother’s Day

Busy mums are expert money-savers. To mark Mothers Day 2024 we've pulled together a list of the best money saving advice mums want their kids to know

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debts

International Women’s Day – 8 March 2024

Today is International Women's Day so we've taken a look at how debt disproportionately affects women and the help that is available if you find yourself struggling

cost of living

49% of working adults have changed their retirement plans due to cost of living crisis

49% of working adults have changed their retirement plans because of the cost-of-living crisis, a new study shows.

managing your money

Nationwide to buy Virgin Money

Virgin Money has agreed a £2.9 billion proposed takeover by Nationwide Building Society. Find out what this means for you.

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debts

8.1 million people in need of debt advice

8.1 million people need debt advice, while the average household spends £406 on monthly debt repayments, new research finds. Find out how you can get help with your debts.