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This winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the Winter Fuel Payment

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'Deeply challenging' winter ahead for millions as Winter Fuel Payment cut

The most common tax code is 1257L, which is based on the Personal Tax Allowance of £12,570

The most common tax code is 1257L, which is based on the Personal Tax Allowance of £12,570

Millions warned they could be paying too much tax - how to check your tax code

Under the “triple lock”, the state pension increases every April in line with whichever is the highest of average total earnings growth, CPI inflation, or 2.5%

Under the “triple lock”, the state pension increases every April in line with whichever is the highest of average total earnings growth, CPI inflation, or 2.5%

Department for Work and Pensions

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New full state pension payments to increase by £460 in April

The coin was designed in 2011 to mark the London 2012 Olympic Games, and previously described by the Royal Mint as “extra special”.

The coin was designed in 2011 to mark the London 2012 Olympic Games, and previously described by the Royal Mint as “extra special”.

Rare 50p coin sells for £3,700: Royal Mint's rarest coins and how to spot them

What is the Winter Fuel Payment and who can receive it?

What is the Winter Fuel Payment and who can receive it?

National government

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What is the Winter Fuel Payment and who is entitled?

Consumer watchdog Which? is warning drivers of a “very convincing” new scam which demands payments for unpaid parking fines.

Consumer watchdog Which? is warning drivers of a “very convincing” new scam which demands payments for unpaid parking fines.

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Drivers warned of a 'very convincing' new parking ticket scam

Are you eligible for DWP Winter Fuel Payments, when will you be paid, and how much could you be owed?

Are you eligible for DWP Winter Fuel Payments, when will you be paid, and how much could you be owed?

Cost of living crisis

When will you receive DWP Winter Fuel Payments as millions set to miss out

Visa A2A (account-to-account) will launch in the UK in early 2025, giving consumers an “easy-to-use” dispute resolution service

Visa A2A (account-to-account) will launch in the UK in early 2025, giving consumers an “easy-to-use” dispute resolution service

Personal Finance

Visa customers to expect new ‘easy-to-use’ change to how they pay bills

According to the reports, pension payments could rise by more than £400 a year from April

According to the reports, pension payments could rise by more than £400 a year from April

How much will your state pension increase by next year?

A spokesperson for The European Commission confirmed it is investigating Ticketmaster's dynamic pricing, after backlash from the Oasis sale

A spokesperson for The European Commission confirmed it is investigating Ticketmaster's dynamic pricing, after backlash from the Oasis sale

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Investigation launched into Ticketmaster 'dynamic pricing' after Oasis backlash

DWP Pension Credit is designed to help people over State Pension age and on a low income with daily living costs

DWP Pension Credit is designed to help people over State Pension age and on a low income with daily living costs

DWP warning to thousands of pensioners missing out on £3,900 boost - how to apply

The Kew Gardens 50p coin is one of the most sought-after in the UK, with the Royal Mint naming it one of its rarest and most valuable coins

The Kew Gardens 50p coin is one of the most sought-after in the UK, with the Royal Mint naming it one of its rarest and most valuable coins

'Check your change': Royal Mint's most valuable coins as 50p sells for £210

Natwest users have experienced issues with the app this morning

Natwest users have experienced issues with the app this morning

Natwest users reports issues on banking app - What you need to know

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

Cost of living crisis

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Winter Fuel Payments update as petition against change hits 450,000 signatures

The cost of getting a BBC TV Licence has increased by £10.50 to £169.50 this year

The cost of getting a BBC TV Licence has increased by £10.50 to £169.50 this year

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How to get a free BBC TV Licence - are you eligible?

When speed is of the essence, choose full fibre broadband with Zen

When speed is of the essence, choose full fibre broadband with Zen

When speed is of the essence, choose full fibre broadband with Zen

Residents in Astley have scooped £1,000 in the People's Postcode Lottery

Residents in Astley have scooped £1,000 in the People's Postcode Lottery

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Lucky residents celebrating People's Postcode Lottery win

MSE explained all in a handy guide.

MSE explained all in a handy guide.

Personal Finance

Martin Lewis' MSE explains changes to the £200 school uniform grant in UK

Nationwide Building Society

Nationwide 'sprinkles stardust' on housing market as it slashes mortgage rates

According to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), around 1.4 million older people are already in receipt of pension credits.

According to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), around 1.4 million older people are already in receipt of pension credits.

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DWP urges almost 1 million pensioners to make urgent Winter Fuel Payment check

Energy regulator Ofgem will announce the energy price cap for October to December on Friday, August 23.

Energy regulator Ofgem will announce the energy price cap for October to December on Friday, August 23.

Warning issued as average household energy bill set to skyrocket by 9% soon

Generally, eligible people will receive a letter in October or November informing them of how much they will receive.

Generally, eligible people will receive a letter in October or November informing them of how much they will receive.

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1 million pensioners to receive positive update on DWP £300 Winter Fuel payment

David Bean of the Countryside Alliance also raised concerns about the impact on rural communities.

David Bean of the Countryside Alliance also raised concerns about the impact on rural communities.

Winter Fuel Payment

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Another Winter Fuel Payment warning issued ahead of 'cruel' Christmas

But what if, for example, you live with other people such as your parents?

But what if, for example, you live with other people such as your parents?

Universal Credit

Can you claim Universal Credit if you live with your parents or other people?

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60% of local councils unable to provide extra welfare support from next month

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

Cost of living crisis

Winter Fuel Payments latest as petition against change approaches new milestone

Martin Lewis has issued a DWP warning

Martin Lewis has issued a DWP warning

Martin Lewis urges 1 million Brits to apply for unclaimed DWP benefit

DWP Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by the August bank holiday

DWP Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by the August bank holiday

Universal Credit and PIP warning ahead of payment change next week

Even if you've already started claiming your pension, you could still take advantage.

Even if you've already started claiming your pension, you could still take advantage.

Expert reveals pension trick that could earn you £665 a year and stop HMRC tax

Be sure to check in with major banks including the likes of Lloyds, Barclays and Nationwide as they may have switch deals available which could see you pocket £100s.

Be sure to check in with major banks including the likes of Lloyds, Barclays and Nationwide as they may have switch deals available which could see you pocket £100s.

I switched banks and earnt £175 - all I did was walk into my local Lloyds branch

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

Cost of living crisis

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Winter Fuel Payments update as petition against changes hits new milestone

Each RCA claim will be subject to a maximum compensation limit of £1m.

Each RCA claim will be subject to a maximum compensation limit of £1m.

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Victims of far-right protests could claim up to £1m through government scheme

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the Winter Fuel Payment

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the Winter Fuel Payment

Millions of pensioners face increase in energy bills as Winter Fuel Payments cut

Around 250,000 20p coins minted in November 2008 are believed to have entered circulation with no date.

Around 250,000 20p coins minted in November 2008 are believed to have entered circulation with no date.

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Your 20p coin worth more than £60 - what you should look for

If you do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer you could be eligible for a refund worth as much as £169.50

If you do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer you could be eligible for a refund worth as much as £169.50

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UK homes could be due a £169 TV Licence refund - are you eligible?

The NPC called on the government to “step away from this ill-advised strategy immediately”.

The NPC called on the government to “step away from this ill-advised strategy immediately”.

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State pensioners may 'not survive to see the spring' after vital benefit cut

If you’re over 18, you’ll usually pay council tax, whether you own or rent your home.

If you’re over 18, you’ll usually pay council tax, whether you own or rent your home.

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Do you have to pay council tax if you rent from a landlord? Rules and exemptions

If you’re over 18, you’ll usually pay council tax, whether you own or rent your home.

If you’re over 18, you’ll usually pay council tax, whether you own or rent your home.

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Do you have to pay council tax if you rent from a landlord? Rules and exemptions

DWP Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by the August bank holiday

DWP Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by the August bank holiday

Warning for DWP Universal Credit claimants ahead of payment changes this month

The famous Kew Gardens 50p remains the most coveted coin in circulation, with a mintage of just 210,000, the Mint said

The famous Kew Gardens 50p remains the most coveted coin in circulation, with a mintage of just 210,000, the Mint said

The Royal Mint has revealed the 10 rarest 50p coins in circulation today

Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on

Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on

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TV Licence £1,000 fine warning for millions of Netflix viewers

The Kew Gardens 50p coin is one of the most sought-after in the UK, with the Royal Mint naming it one of its rarest and most valuable coins

The Kew Gardens 50p coin is one of the most sought-after in the UK, with the Royal Mint naming it one of its rarest and most valuable coins

'Check your change': The rare 50p sold for more than £150 on eBay

Only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the Winter Fuel Payment

Only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the Winter Fuel Payment

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Martin Lewis responds to Rachel Reeves cutting 'crucial' benefits for elderly

MSE explained all in a handy guide.

MSE explained all in a handy guide.

Personal Finance

Martin Lewis' MSE explains changes to the £200 school uniform grant in UK

DWP Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by the August bank holiday

DWP Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by the August bank holiday

Universal Credit and PIP claimants to receive early DWP payment next month

Universal Credit claimants must inform the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) if they are planning to travel abroad this summer

Universal Credit claimants must inform the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) if they are planning to travel abroad this summer

Warning to Universal Credit claimants who could have payments stopped this summer

“Everyone has the right to build a future from the foundation of a secure home.

“Everyone has the right to build a future from the foundation of a secure home.

Lloyds Bank rolling out homelessness 'pilot scheme' that could affect customers

Instead, the DWP will be giving people the chance to claim Universal Credit.

Instead, the DWP will be giving people the chance to claim Universal Credit.

DWP issues Universal Credit warning after 184,000 Brits have benefits 'stopped'

A 20p coin with a printing error has sold in Manchester for £61.50 on eBay

A 20p coin with a printing error has sold in Manchester for £61.50 on eBay

'Rare' 20p coin with error sells for 307.5x its face value on eBay near Bolton

If you are a regular user of the train, then you'll appreciate just how extortionate the prices are

If you are a regular user of the train, then you'll appreciate just how extortionate the prices are

Personal Finance

What are the benefits of a Senior Railcard? Find out how to save big on travel

Check how single persons council tax discount works.

Check how single persons council tax discount works.

Personal Finance

How much council tax discount does a single person get? Who has to pay

The rare coin has previously been sold for more than £500 and is still believed to be in circulation

The rare coin has previously been sold for more than £500 and is still believed to be in circulation

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'Check your change': Your £2 coin could be worth £500 - what to look for

DWP Pension Credit is designed to help people over State Pension age and on a low income with daily living costs

DWP Pension Credit is designed to help people over State Pension age and on a low income with daily living costs

Thousands warned they are missing out on nearly £4,000 DWP cost of living boost

If you do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer you could be eligible for a £169.50

If you do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer you could be eligible for a £169.50

UK households could be due £170 TV Licence refund - are you eligible?