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More set to be spent on Cyber Monday than Black Friday this year

Brits are waiting for Cyber Monday to get the best savings on Christmas presents

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money saver

Warning for millions of Tesco Clubcard holders– use your points by Friday or lose them

Tesco has issued a warning to Clubcard shoppers that they only have three days left to use their vouchers before they expire

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benefits

Government plans to check benefit claimants’ bank accounts

A campaign group has described government plans to monitor the bank accounts of benefit claimants as "dangerous for everyone".

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cost of living

Failure to extend household support fund ‘a huge disappointment’

The chief executive of children's charity Bernardo's has warned millions more are at risk of falling into destitution after the government failed to announce an extension of the household support fund in its autumn statement.

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benefits

Millions of pensioners to get £600 winter support from today – find out if you’re eligible

Pensioners will start receiving payments of up to £600 in their bank accounts from today to help with winter bills

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bills

Should I fix my energy prices?

Now Ofgem has announced the new price cap for January to March, find out if it's a good idea to fix your energy prices.

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work

Most workers unaware of zero-hour contract rights

As plans are made for the introduction of a new law on predictable work patterns for those on zero-hours contracts, a new poll reveals workers are in the dark about their rights.

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managing your money

Trigger warning: Black Friday can be dangerous for your wallet and your mental health

Missing out on Black Friday bargains can bring out anxiety in the best of us, but for some it can severely affect their mental health. Find out how to protect your money and mental health this Black Friday

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debts

Struggling carers urged to seek debt help

On Carers' Rights Day 2023 (23 November), we're reminding carers who are struggling financially that they're not alone and we're here to help.

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money saver

Countdown to Black Friday

With Black Friday seeping into the entire week, how can you be sure you're getting the cheapest deal?

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bills

Energy prices to rise from New Years Day

It’ll cost more to heat your home from New Years Day after Ofgem confirmed a rise in the energy price cap from 1 January

benefits

Our thoughts on the autumn statement

Sebrina McCullough, head of external relations here at Money Wellness, has responded to today's autumn statement by saying there's more work to be done.

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benefits

Autumn statement – what it means for you

Find out how your finances will be affected by the policies announced in the autumn statement.

bills

Check you’re not shelling out too much! Shell Energy fined £1.4m for letting broadband and phone customers overpay

If you have broadband or a home phone with Shell Energy, check you’re not overpaying, as the company has been fined for failing to notify customers that their contracts were ending.