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New BBC TV licence fee update over calls to scrap it for over-75s
Cost of living
A new petition calling on the UK Government to scrap the BBC TV licence fee for every person over State Pension age has received nearly 50,000 signatures to date
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Martin Lewis explains Donald Trump tariff effects on UK energy bills
Energy Bills
The US President has caused global markets to experience a rollercoaster few days, including historic falls followed by record rises
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I made a £2.15 a head Easter lamb roast dinner from the supermarket where essentials have been cheaper than Aldi and Lidl
Easter
Cooking most of it in the air fryer made it even cheaper
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Six major changes that PIP claimants do not have to share with DWP to keep payments
DWP
Personal Independence Payment is a benefit that helps with the additional costs of living with a long-term impairment or health condition for people over 16 and under State Pension age
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DWP set Eligibility Verification start date - enhancing fraud prevention measures
DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions announced 'the biggest fraud crackdown in a generation' earlier this year and new details have emerged on how the powers will be implemented
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DWP forced to admit nine in 10 PIP claims will fail four-point test under new rules
Disability benefits
The Personal Independence Payment is assessed using a points system which will change from later this year, but the way the benefit is assessed will change from November 2026
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DWP to send letters to people born on certain dates as state pension age to rise
State pension
The State Pension age is set to rise from 66 to 67 next year, with the increase due to be completed for all men and women across the UK by 2028
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People over 60 warned they face big tax bill on pension and 'it's happening quietly'
State pension
'Many older people will just receive a letter or notice a tax code change, with no idea why they’re suddenly being taxed on their pension income'
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DWP issues update on Easter payment dates as money sent to accounts early
DWP
Certain people who claim benefits will receive their payments early this weekend due to Easter bank holiday dates
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NS&I announces major change to savings accounts affecting new and existing customers
Money
NS&I announced a sale is taking place on its British Saving Bonds
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The farm on the edge of Greater Manchester that's £5 for five people and has its own dessert parlour
Manchester Family
There's a petting farm, adventure play and a gift shop and garden centre
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Martin Lewis urges anyone who pays for energy with direct debit 'to check today'
Martin Lewis
Due to the way monthly Direct Debit payments work customers may be eligible to get £100s back
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Families could get £1,000s in DWP repayments but must 'act now'
DWP
Families will now have to supply documents themselves to get state pension repayments after the DWP stopped its investigations into underpayments
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Premium Bonds rates could rise as NS&I decision marks 'big shift'
Money
NS&I has raised a raft of the rates on its British Savings Bonds this week
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The household items that went up and down in price in March as inflation eased - full list
Cost of living
Full list of inflation changes last month, including food, computers and cars
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New PIP claims for these 536 health issues worth up to £187 a week
PIP
There are hundreds of health conditions that could make you eligible for PIP
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DWP PIP rules on holidays abroad this year that could see stripped payments
DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued guidance to PIP claimants who are planning to leave the country for a period of more than four weeks, which may affect entitlement
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Money changes for people on £35,000 that could add £240,000 to pension pot
Pensioners
Personal finance experts at Interactive Investor have highlighted three steps to take to improve your wealth in your golden years
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Why some Universal Credit claimants won't have had DWP payment increase yet
Cost Of Living
Benefit rates increased for everyone earlier this month but Universal Credit claimants will have to wait to see the extra money enter their bank accounts
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HMRC warns millions of parents claiming Child Benefit of major change
HMRC
Many people who are due benefit payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) or HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) may see their benefits paid early this week
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Full list as Asda cuts price of five popular items to 8p ahead of Easter
Money saving and offers
The deal will run up to 21 April, Easter Monday
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Drivers told one simple change on car insurance policy 'could save hundreds'
Motoring
Making one simple change to your car insurance policy could see you make big savings
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Warning issued as wage figures revealed ahead of Bank of England interest rates decision
Interest rates
Economists are warning about unemployment levels after new data shows availability of jobs has worsened despite wages increasing
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We tried Aldi's £5.99 version of M&S favourite and it was an unexpected treat
Aldi
It's not something I'd typically pick up
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FilmAn underrated Clint Eastwood film that he made when he was 88 is airing on TV tonightEastwood is widely regarded as one of the world's greatest filmmakers
Donald Trump press conference halted after medical emergency occurs
Donald Trump
The incident happened moments after Dr Mehmet Oz’s swearing-in as head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service
Horror moment saw woman, 25, 'partially decapitate' herself on holiday in Turkey
Real Life
Becca Reed, 25, was on holiday with a friend in Turkey when the horrific accident happened
Mum, 23, given 18 months to live after 'out of the blue' incident at pub meal
Real Life
Young mum Sophie White, 23, has been given a devastating diagnosis
UK travel firm suddenly shuts down after 59 years and cancels all holidays
Holidays
Award-winning Balkan Holidays has announced it has ceased trading - and all bookings have been scrapped
Coronation StreetCoronation Street's Jenny Connor sobbing as emotional exit confirmed in ITV soapThere's a big emotional outpouring for the Rovers Return landlady in the show next week
What time the Pope's funeral takes place today and where to watch it in the UK
World news
Pope Francis will be laid to rest in Rome this morning
Full list of licence plate rules that could land drivers with fine of up to £1,000
Motoring
There are strict rules in place for number plates for all cars within the UK
Celebrity Big Brother fans 'work out' real reason why Jack P Shepherd won
Celebrity Big Brother
Viewers were left stunned by the Corrie actor's victory
Celebrity Big Brother viewers 'let down' by Jack P Shepherd victory as 'housemate robbed'
Celebrity Big Brother
The Corrie actor was voted as the 2025 winner of the ITV reality show
FilmAn underrated Clint Eastwood film that he made when he was 88 is airing on TV tonightEastwood is widely regarded as one of the world's greatest filmmakers
Manchester United striker sends Ruben Amorim message after surprise return to academy
Manchester United FC
Man Utd U21s won 4-2 against Everton in the Premier League 2 play-offs on Friday and Ethan Wheatley scored a brace.
Manchester United suffer major injury setback
Manchester United injury news
Diogo Dalot has been an ever-present for Man United for the best part of three-and-a-half years since he returned from his loan with AC Milan.
Donald Trump press conference halted after medical emergency occurs
Donald Trump
The incident happened moments after Dr Mehmet Oz’s swearing-in as head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service
Seven players could miss Man United vs Athletic Bilbao Europa League semi-final
Manchester United injury news
Athletic Bilbao host Manchester United in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final next Thursday in a huge match for both teams
Coronation StreetCoronation Street's Jenny Connor sobbing as emotional exit confirmed in ITV soapThere's a big emotional outpouring for the Rovers Return landlady in the show next week
What time the Pope's funeral takes place today and where to watch it in the UK
World news
Pope Francis will be laid to rest in Rome this morning
Nottingham Forest rejected me - so I made history at Man City instead
Manchester City FC
Manchester City are looking to sign a Nottingham Forest player, and they once did amazingly from signing one Forest let go
"I'm ashamed, I'm so sorry" - The players who got an apology from Pep Guardiola at Man City
Pep Guardiola
Pep Guardiola usually conducts his man-management in private - but sometimes he feels the need to let the public in and even apologise to certain players.
Full list of licence plate rules that could land drivers with fine of up to £1,000
Motoring
There are strict rules in place for number plates for all cars within the UK