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managing your money

New guide helps people with learning difficulties spot romance and impersonation scams

Get top tips on how to avoid being scammed.

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bills

Two million struggling energy-prepayment-meter customers to be cut off this winter

Find out what help’s available if you can’t afford to top up.

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benefits

Woefully inadequate working-age benefits mean people can’t afford the basics

Find out what help’s available if your benefits aren’t covering the essentials.

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money saver

To switch or not to switch energy supplier – that is the question we’ll be answering today

Find out which energy deals are worth switching to, which suppliers offer the best and worst customer service, and what to do if you want to bag an existing-customer-only deal with another supplier.

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work

‘Bad health blackspots’ linked to persistent unemployment – find out what support’s available if you’re too sick to work

As a new report highlights the link between poor health and economic inactivity, we look at the benefits that are available to you if you're unable to work due to a long-term health condition.

housing

Tenants must be protected from catastrophic health effects of poor housing – how to complain about your landlord

As a committee of MPs urges the government to take action on poor-quality rental housing, we outline the steps you should take if you have a complaint about your landlord.

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managing your money

Banks expecting sharp rise in number of missed repayments – what to do if you can’t pay

As UK banks forecast a sharp increase in Brits defaulting on repayments, we offer advice on what to do if you can't cover all your debts.

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bills

Those who need to confirm details to get warm home discount urged to act

People who have been asked to ring the warm-home-discount helpline to confirm their details have been urged to act by 29 February or risk losing out on £150.

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bills

Poorest have seen their energy debt double since 2022 – what to do if you’re behind with your bills

As new analysis shows energy debt among Britain's poorest households has doubled since 2022, we offer advice on what to do if you've fallen behind with your bills.

money saver

It’s time to apply for 15 free hours of childcare for 2 year olds

If you're a working parent of a two year old, it's time to start thinking about getting your application in for 15 hours of free childcare a week starting in April.

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housing

59% of landlords have seen an increase in late payments – tips on what to do if you’re struggling to cover your rent

With landlords reporting an increase in late rent payments, we offer advice on what to do if you're struggling to cover your housing costs.

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managing your money

84% of people expect toughest January yet – tips to get you through a financial rough patch

With Brits bracing themselves for the toughest January yet, get tips on making it through a financial rough patch.

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bills

Freezing temperatures will see thousands receive cold weather payments

As the mercury plummets, find out which areas will be getting cold weather payments and if you're eligible.

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money saver

Cheap flight myths and tips

Find out what you can and can't believe when it comes to the best ways to bag a cheap flight.

housing

‘Quietest social rent increase in history’ slammed by resident group

An update to the Regulator of Social Housing’s website reveals social housing providers in England will be able to hike rents by up to 7.7% from April. The lack of publicity surrounding the move has led to accusations the government is hoping the change will go under the radar as the country prepares to go to the polls.