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benefits

Stay-at-home mums could be owed tens of thousands in pension credits

As many as half a million parents who stayed at home to look after their children could have missed out on vital state pension credits

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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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Households to save on energy bills through new government support

12 new schemes all designed to reduce household's energy bills have received funding to get them off the ground. See if any can help you here

cost of living

Millions will be out of pocket when mobile phone and broadband bills rocket from April

The majority of mobile phone and broadband contracts will rise by 7.9% from April - find out why and how you can lower your bills

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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.

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cost of living

Our thoughts on today's inflation figures

Inflation affects us all from the price of food to how much we repay on loans and mortgages . Here's what Ian Somerset, our chief executive, has to say on today's surprise rise in inflation

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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cost of living

Inflation rises to 4% heaping more pain on household finances

ONS figures out this morning show a surprise rise in inflation – what does it mean for your money?

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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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cost of living

Nine keep warm myths that’ll cost you more and make you shiver

There's so much 'keep warm for less' advice out there making it hard to work out what works and what is a load of nonsense. We've investigated some of the most common advice to see if it's correct.