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WASPI campaign outlines next steps as DWP to reconsider compensation decision
The Ombudsman preivously set out a proposal for the WASPI women to get up to £3,000 …
State pensioners issued major winter fuel warning as 9 millions set to get cash
The Government previously announced plans to restrict eligibility for winter fuel payments, but this was later rowed back on. …
Lloyds Bank closes 7 branches this week – full list
A total of 17 Lloyds Bank branches will shut their doors for good this month. …
Bank of England launches stablecoin consultation – what it could mean for you
Plans to regulate the currency will reduce the risk of it losing its value. …
High earners could lose out on £50,000 under Rachel Reeves crackdown
At present, employees can use the scheme to pay up to £60,000 a year tax-free into their pension …
Martin Lewis’ 5 digit code for O2, Three and Vodafone customers to avoid price rise
This tried and tested Martin Lewis method can slash your phone bills and avoid mid-contract price hikes. …
Full list of 48 health conditions that could get you £5,700 DWP payment
More people could be eligible for the DWP support without realising. …
Fears UK households face £7 TV licence increase after BBC Trump scandal
The TV licence fee went up by £5 in April, due to inflation. It could go up again next year, leaving Brits worse-off. …
UK lager to have alcohol content lowered from February
Beer drinkers may notice a change in 2026 …
Universal Credit warning as DWP stops payments
The DWP has stopped or cut hundreds of thousands of Universal Credit payments over the past 17 months …
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