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How will the £400 energy grant be paid?
The £400 energy grant is being paid to households to help them cut their bills this winter. We explain how your energy supplier will pay you
By Katie Binns Published
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When is the autumn ‘mini budget’ 2022 and what will it mean for your money?
Mini budget 2022: cuts to stamp duty, National Insurance and possible income tax on the way from the new Chancellor.
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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Mini-budget 2022: How the income tax cut means less pension tax relief
When Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng announced an income tax cut he failed to mention its effect on pensions. We explain how the lowest and highest earners will get less pension tax relief
By Katie Binns Last updated
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How to make some extra cash? 14 clever ways to boost your bank balance
From selling unwanted clothes to renting your driveway - here's how to make some extra money
By Faith Archer Last updated
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Energy bills: Nearly half of adults struggled to pay before prices surged
Over five million households at risk of not being able to pay their energy bills
By Tom Higgins Last updated
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More action on energy bills needed by July, says ScottishPower boss
ScottishPower boss calls for a ‘targeted’ support plan for the most vulnerable by July, before further energy price increases in October
By Katie Binns Last updated
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March of the Mummies: Why 20,000 parents are protesting this Saturday
Thousands expected to join March of the Mummies protest to demand reform to childcare, parental leave and flexible working
By Rebecca Goodman Published
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Spring Statement 2022: here’s what you need to know
Sunak announces tax cuts to help households with the cost of living crisis
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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When is the best time to put the central heating on? Your heating questions answered
With the cost of energy rising, It’s important to have all the facts before turning up the thermostat. We look at when you should put your heating on, how high to set it and other ways to heat a room
By John Fitzsimons Last updated