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benefits

Check if you’re eligible for help with childcare – new tool launched

A new tool has been launched so parents can see what childcare support they can get based on the age of their child and their salary.

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cost of living

Homelessness hits all-time high

Over 100,000 households in England are living in temporary accommodation because they have no home of their own, new analysis has revealed.

bills

The government ‘needs to stump up cash to make UK homes more energy efficient’

The Better Homes Alliance is calling on the government to do more to improve the energy efficiency of UK homes and cut people's bills.

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cost of living

Families resorting to drastic measures to survive

The Money Charity's latest monthly stats show families, and especially single-parent families, are being hit hardest by the cost-of-living crisis.

bills

Octopus Energy launches new loyalty discount scheme

Octopus Energy's customers can earn money off their bills through its new loyalty scheme

bills

New laws passed to make UK’s energy greener and more affordable

A new Act has bee passed that the government claims will make the UK's energy greener and cheaper.

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debts

People turning to BNPL to boost credit score

People struggling to get accepted for credit cards are reportedly turning to buy now pay later in a bid to boost their credit score.

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money booster

Profitable ways to spend the extra hour when the clocks go back

Get ideas on how to use the extra hour when the clocks go back to give your finances a boost.

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benefits

New Universal Credit rules for parents with young children

Huge changes to the benefits system from today will see thousands of parents having to get a job or increase the hours they work if they want to continue receiving universal credit. Find out more here

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cost of living

Cost-of-living crisis drives up demand for alternative rental deposits

As more tenants look for alternatives to the traditional five-weeks' deposit on rental properties, we weigh up the available options.

cost of living

Quarter of Brits are financial vulnerable

New research suggests half of Brits believe their financial situation will get worse in the next 12 months. Find out what help is available here

bills

Call for end to ‘barbaric practice’ of forced prepayment meters

The End Fuel Poverty Coalition has called for a government investigation after Scottish Power was granted 124 warrants to force customers onto prepayment meters.

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cost of living

Earlier mental health support for young people

The government has launched ten support hubs to help young people with their mental health. Find out about the new support and how mental health problems and debt are linked

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debts

Six red flags that suggest you’re dealing with a loan shark

Illegal money lenders often hide in plain sight - here's our top six red flags to look out for to make sure you don't fall prey to a loan shark

cost of living

National Care Leavers’ Week – the scandal of Britain’s unseen teenagers

To mark National Care Leavers’ Week (25 October – 1 November), a member of our frontline team talks about the financial struggles faced by youngsters leaving care.