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Image of a May Pole. Free May Day Bank Holiday family activities. Things to do with kids this bank holiday

02 May 2024

Free family May bank holiday days out around the country

We've pulled together lots of free family activities taking part up and down the country this May Day bank holiday

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benefits

02 May 2024

Planned PIP changes explained

Find out how the government is looking to overhaul personal independence payment (PIP).

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debts

01 May 2024

Domestic violence survivors' safety at risk from rise in court fees

Before they apply for insolvency, domestic violence survivors can ask for their address to be withheld from the insolvency register. But there’s a cost and from today it’s becoming even more expensive.

Image of a pharmacy sign. Prescription prices rise from today. Find out who is entitled to free prescriptions
cost of living

01 May 2024

Prescription prices rise from today

Prescriptions have increased to £9.90. If you’re finding the cost unaffordable, find out what help is available

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benefits

01 May 2024

Check if you need to renew your tax credits – don’t miss out!

If you receive a tax credit renewal letter with a red stripe, make sure you take action by 31 July. Find out what you need to do.

Illustrated image of a plane. Families sign petition so they cant take their kids out of school without facing fines. Fines increase for school absence
cost of living

30 Apr 2024

Angry parents sign petition to be allowed to take their kids out of school without being fined

Fines for kids missing school are set to increase from August which has led to thousands of parents signing a petition to have the legislation relaxed

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bills

30 Apr 2024

ABI commits to tackling high cost of paying car insurance monthly – our verdict

Will industry plans to cut costs for drivers paying monthly for their car insurance really make any difference? Get our verdict, along with tips on other ways to bag a cheaper policy.

Illustrated image of several pensioners from different ethnic backgrounds. State pension top ups. National Insurance contributions gaps. How to top up your state pension
benefits

30 Apr 2024

HMRC launches new online tool to help millions boost their state pension

HMRC and the DWP have worked together to launch a new online tool to help millions better plan their future

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