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Wrongful prepayment meter installation: could you be due compensation?
Prepayment meter customers may be in line for compensation after a scandal involving British Gas. We explain when an energy firm can apply for a warrant to break into your home and install a prepayment meter
By Katie Binns Last updated
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How to get a free Starbucks reusable cup
We reveal how to get a free Starbucks limited edition reusable cup (you’ll need to be quick!), plus it will even knock some money off future coffees you buy
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Skipton Building Society to offer deposit-free mortgages for “trapped renters” - everything you need to know about 100% deals
Everything you need to know about how to get a mortgage with no deposit
By Katie Binns Published
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Cineworld £3 cinema tickets for one day only - how to get yours
For one day only, Cineworld is offering £3 cinema tickets, but there’s a small catch. Here’s everything you need to know
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Supermarkets cut the price of milk for the first time in years: is this the start of cheaper food prices?
Some supermarkets have dropped the price of milk by 5p. Not a massive saving for shoppers but could it be the start of cheaper food prices?
By Sue Hayward Published
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Council tax discounts, exemptions and more ways to save money
As council tax bills go up in April we look at council tax discounts, exemptions and other ways to cut the cost of your bill
By Sue Hayward Last updated
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Rent increases: cost of living crisis is pushing rent to ‘unaffordable’ levels - what can renters do?
Rents are rocketing, and tenants are competing for a shrinking number of rental properties. We explain how to deal with rent hikes and outline your rights
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Sainsbury’s Nectar card to offer shoppers discounts on 300 branded items
Sainsbury’s is changing its loyalty card scheme to compete with Tesco’s money-off deals. We explain which products will be cheaper when you next shop
By Katie Binns Last updated
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TV Licence fee could see biggest rise in 20 years from 2024 – what are your options?
It’s time to ask whether you really need a TV Licence, as prices will rise in 2024 - we go through your options
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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House price hotspots: 50 areas where property prices have shot up the most
Which areas have seen the strongest house price growth over the past decade? Discover the towns and locations around the UK where property prices have more than doubled.
By John Fitzsimons Published
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The best energy suppliers for 2023 – and the worst, revealed by Which?
See if your energy provider is rated as one of the best or below-average energy suppliers for 2023
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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More than 150,000 grandparents missing out on £1,500 state pension uplift: how to claim
Grandparents who provide childcare by looking after their grandchildren could be missing out on valuable state pension money worth thousands. We look at how much extra you could get and if you’re eligible
By Stephanie Baxter Published
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New tax year: six big tax changes from April
The start of the 2023-24 tax year has seen a range of tax changes kick in. Will you be hit with higher taxes?
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Revealed: the worst airlines for flight delays, and your rights if affected
One airline has been named the worst airline for flight delays for the second year in a row. What are your rights if your flight gets delayed?
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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HSBC to close 11 branches in April - we list those impacted
High street bank HSBC will close 114 branches in the UK in 2023, with 11 closing in April. We have the full list of closures, plus what to do if your local branch is closing
By Adam French Last updated
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Maternity Allowance boost for 40,000 mums - are you eligible for the extra £600?
Maternity Allowance has increased from £156.66 a week to £172.48 - an extra £15.82 a week, or £617 in total. We explain who is eligible
By Katie Binns Published
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Five state pension changes coming this month
The government is making several changes to state pension payments in April, due to the rising cost of living. We explain what you need to know.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Ryanair extends seat sale for 24 hours - you’ll need to be quick to bag a bargain flight
Ryanair has extended its seat sale for one more day, giving passengers 15% off thousands of seats. We have all the details
By Vaishali Varu Published
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HSBC extends deadline for customers to secure bigger interest-free overdraft
HSBC customers now have until 10 May to increase their interest-free overdraft limit from £25 to £500. First Direct, Lloyds and Nationwide also offer similar support. We explain everything you need to know
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Tesco to slash triple Clubcard voucher exchange perk
Saving up and swapping your Tesco Clubcard vouchers to save money on treats like days out has always been a big part of the supermarket’s popular loyalty scheme.
By Sue Hayward Last updated
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Virgin Media leaves thousands without broadband: are customers entitled to compensation?
Tens of thousands of Virgin Media customers were hit by broadband outages yesterday. We explain your rights if your broadband goes down
By Katie Binns Published
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Broadband switching service delayed - how it will eventually work and why it’s crucial to switch
A broadband switching service designed to make it easier to change to a cheaper or faster deal has been delayed. We explain how you can still avoid huge increases to your monthly internet bill
By Katie Binns Published
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Nationwide: when will I get my grocery cashback?
Nationwide is offering a £100 million cashback scheme to its current account customers. We look at how much you can earn and how to get the money.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Dover travel chaos - what are your rights if you miss your ferry?
Travel chaos dominated Dover this weekend as holidaymakers found themselves stuck in cars and coaches for up to 18 hours ahead of the Easter holidays. What went wrong and what are your rights when faced with such delays?
By Sue Hayward Published
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New banking hub locations revealed - is there one near you?
The rise of banking hubs is in response to a stream of local branch closes. With more planned to launch soon, we look at what services they offer and where you can find one
By Stephanie Baxter Published
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Manchester tourist tax: why you will now pay £1 to stay the night
Manchester is the first UK city to introduce a tourist tax if you stay overnight – we look at who pays it and where the money goes
By Sue Hayward Published
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Heat pumps: why you can claim a £5,000 government grant for longer
Why you now have more time to apply for a government grant towards getting a heat pump in your home
By Sue Hayward Published
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April 2023 premium bond winners revealed - are you a millionaire?
Two premium bond holders have won £1 million each this month and there are many other prizes for another 5,018,742 winners in April. We look at how to find out if you’ve won
By Stephanie Baxter Published
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Passport delays: Why you must check your passport before booking your holiday and your rights if you can’t travel
Over one thousand passport office workers are set to strike for five weeks from April which could mean passport delays ahead of the summer holidays. We look at what this means for you
By Sue Hayward Last updated
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