Cost Of Living

Six DWP benefits to be axed for most people by end of 2024

You'll be contacted in the coming months to inform you when you'll be moved over

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People earning £100k a year say they're struggling to make ends meet

High earners in Wales were the most likely to say they were living pay cheque to pay cheque, at a third, or 33%, saying they did so

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"I'm a bathroom expert - save £100s a year on utility bills with my 17p solution"

Simple 17p fix in bathroom could save you £100s a year according to a bathroom expert's money saving tip

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All the DWP cost of living payments and benefit changes in December

Cost of living payments, benefit changes, and energy bills support will all come into play

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Retailer selling hooded blankets 'just like' Oodie for £7 in huge 60% off Black Friday sale

Hooded blankets that were originally £27 are now less than £10 thanks to Online Home Shop's latest 60% off sale

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Where experts say to keep your hot water bottle on your body for maximum warmth

As the temperature drops and bills stay high, looking for cheap ways to stay warm at home will be top of the list for many Brits

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DWP universal credit payment date changes announced for December

You might receive your money on different days next month

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Free beer designed to help people talk about fraud

You can walk into a pub and get free beer to start a conversation

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People on these 21 benefits to get DWP bonus in December

The money will be sent out to those most in need of financial support this winter

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Pensions warning to women as company says they face financial problems

When single mums get to retirement age they may be unable to afford foot and heating, Scottish Widows said

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Martin Lewis' MSE urges Brits to make two checks to boost pension by £10,000s

Martin Lewis team at MoneySavingExpert have urged people to perform two simple pension checks for a potential cash boost

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Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to thousands over ‘missing’ state pension payments

You might be missing out on thousands of pounds but there are some simple checks you can make

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What inflation is and what the October 2023 drop to 4.6% means for your money

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has claimed victory in halving inflation before the end of the year, but is he right to take all of the glory?

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Mum blasted over £100 Christmas gifts for kids with people saying 'I'd start crying'

Mum Samantha May budgets £100 each for her step-daughter and baby son but her present choices have received mixed reviews

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Mortgage brokers react to 'fantastic' inflation drop and say it's 'as good as it gets' for borrowers

Mortgage brokers said the substantial drop was great news for people taking out or renewing a mortgage as lenders battle for their business

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Inflation drops to lowest level in two years but concerns remain

While the Prime Minister said he had delivered his pledge to halve the rate, opposition politicians and business analysts said families would still be feeling the pinch

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First Direct, Halifax and HSBC customers with mortgages given payments update

Property market

Major lenders have announced new mortgage rate cuts - the first in nine months

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Millionaire to cut Christmas spending to 'just' £2.8m 'due to cost of living crisis'

A millionaire has capped his lavish spending this year and criticised 'constant moaning' by people who can't keep up with rising costs

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How to save £667 in a year with Martin Lewis' Money Savings Expert 1p challenge

Christmas is expensive and despite it coming every year many of us still find ourselves caught out with little money saved to pay for it

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Winter fuel payment £600 2023 imminent from DWP - everything you need to know updated

Department for Work and Pensions

The cost of living money is set to start arriving in people's bank accounts in weeks so here's our rundown of what will happen and how to act if you don't get the cash

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British Gas is offering free charging for people with EVs

New and existing British Gas customers can take up the deal and if you don't have a smart meter the company will install one for free

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Water companies to start refunding customers a total of £70million after shortcomings

Anglian Water customers will see more than £27m taken off their bills and Dwr Cymru about £24m

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Expert says you can still save £238 by Christmas 'without noticing'

One expert says small changes over the next month-and-a-half could add up to a fair chunk of cash

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Most common items workers steal from offices - including toilet paper

Workplace theft has reportedly increased with the cost of living pointed to as the main reason why employees steal

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Missing people Police issue urgent appeal as four young men all go missing They are in a silver Ford Fiesta and have been missing since Sunday

The speed cameras that have been turned on again from today

Traffic and Travel

Police have provided a list

School summer holidays could be cut to just four weeks under new Welsh Government plans

Welsh Government

The six week summer holiday would be cut to five weeks and then four under proposals out for consultation - but the Association of School and College Leaders Cymru dismissed the plan as "an act of folly".

Woman says 'little-known' washing machine setting has reduced her energy bills 'by 62%'

For anyone hoping to keep energy costs down, one mum has shared a 'little known hack' that could help reduce bills by up to 62%

Police launch murder investigation after fatal crash

Police have said it is an isolated incident as they search for a woman they would like to speak to

Crime Police launch murder investigation after fatal crash Police have said it is an isolated incident as they search for a woman they would like to speak to

Exploding vape set fire to man's beard and melted into his hand

The explosion left a fireball in Mike's kitchen and his home started to fill with smoke

UK ministers call Turkey after woman, 31, died having bum lift

The meeting could result in new rules and regulations to protect people going abroad for plastic surgery

Mum who saw UFO on fishing trip wakes up with marks on her body

The 'suction marks' refused to fade after Joelle woke to find herself surrounded by bright lights

Lidl named the cheapest supermarket to buy a vegan-friendly Christmas dinner this year

Even with the cost-of-living crisis pushing prices up, a Christmas dinner can be surprisingly affordable - if you know where to look

Missing people Police issue urgent appeal as four young men all go missing They are in a silver Ford Fiesta and have been missing since Sunday

Stacey Solomon's tears as she tells Joe Swash what he's done for her

The presenter's inspirational post has left many of her fans saying it has given them hope for their own future

Pink announces huge 2024 Cardiff show

Principality Stadium

There is a special message from the singer herself for the Welsh fans

The speed cameras that have been turned on again from today

Traffic and Travel

Police have provided a list

School summer holidays could be cut to just four weeks under new Welsh Government plans

Welsh Government

The six week summer holiday would be cut to five weeks and then four under proposals out for consultation - but the Association of School and College Leaders Cymru dismissed the plan as "an act of folly".