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    managing your money

    Avoid getting scammed this Christmas

    Ways to be scam smart when doing your Christmas shopping online.

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    Inflation-linked TV licence fee increase could be blocked

    £15 increase to the TV licence fee may be reduced due to cost-of-living squeeze

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    managing your money

    Credit rating system to be improved to better reflect people’s financial situation

    Plans have been announced to improve the credit rating system so that the information held by credit reference agencies better reflects people's true financial circumstances.

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    ‘Shameful decision to scrap energy efficiency plans makes situation for renters increasingly bleak’

    The London Mayor has criticised the decision to scrap plans to force landlords to improve the energy efficiency of rental properties, saying it will increase bills for tenants living in sub-standard housing in the capital by over £300 a year on average.

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    2.8 million households missed an essential payment last month

    This month's Consumer Insight Tracker from Which? shows that households are struggling more than ever with rising bills. Find out what help is available

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    bills

    Who asked Santa for half-price electricity this Christmas?

    The UK’s biggest energy supplier is offering customers 50% off electricity on Christmas Day. Find out how to bag the deal.

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    DWP Christmas bonus due today

    Find out if you’re entitled to a payment from the DWP to help towards bills this festive season

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    Exact time today you need to cut your electricity use to get paid

    Energy suppliers have announced they’ll pay customers to cut their electricity use at peak times this winter. The next event takes place today. Find out the exact time, how to sign up and the best ways to cut your energy usage.

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    Labour to bring banking services back to the high street

    Labour has pledged to ensure communities have access to high street banking services if it wins the general election. In the meantime, find out where to do your banking if your local branch has closed.

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    When to expect the cut in national insurance

    The House of Commons is debating today (30 November) the bill that will see workers national insurance contributions cut. Find out what it will mean for you, including when it will come into force.

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    Money Wellness

    Money Wellness to offer a warm space this winter

    We've registered to offer a warm space for local people to escape cold homes this winter

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    money saver

    What to do if you can’t afford Christmas?

    Ideas on keeping costs low and spirits high.

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    cost of living

    Aldi to slash the price of 180 products for Christmas

    Aldi brings the cheer this Christmas by reducing the price of its festive products to help with the cost of living

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    bills

    8.4 million households facing broadband hikes in 2024

    Broadband and mobile bills are set to rise for millions next year. Find out why and what you can do about it

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    bills

    Fuel Poverty Awareness Day – 30 November

    Today - the coldest day of the year so far - is National Fuel Poverty Day. Find out about the help that's available if you're in energy debt or can't afford to turn on the heating

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