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Martin Lewis points families to Ikea where breakfast costs barely more than £1
Your Money
The Martin Lewis Money Show on ITV flagged the Scandinavian furniture giant's 'Swe-dish' Fridays to entice shoppers with some of the cheapest food deals around
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Five cost of living and money changes coming within days including deadline to claim £40k
Department for Work and Pensions
Major changes to your money are coming in February which will impact every bill payer in the UK
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The six household bills that are going up in the coming weeks from broadband to council tax and car insurance
Your Money
From broadband and phone contracts to council tax, water and car insurance - here's how things could look for your bills in 2024
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Student shares top winter buys from Aldi, Primark, Home Bargains and B&M
Shopping
Cost-friendly winter purchases
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Ed Sheeran and Stephen Fry sign open letter to address growing poverty in the UK
UK News
The letter has been issued to politicians ahead of the General Election this year, and calls for the basic rate of Universal Credit to be raised to match the cost of life's essentials
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Four DWP payments and discounts worth £1,074 coming in February
Your Money
Millions of people could qualify for the money
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Martin Lewis issues student living loan warning as big changes coming in September
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Martin Lewis has warned that the increase to student living loans are a real terms cut, which could leave many struggling
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Supermarket on how to save some cash when doing your food shopping
Shopping
Advice on how to spend more wisely in the supermarket
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DWP issues update and alert on £299 cost of living 2024 payment
Department for Work and Pensions
The money will be going into accounts in days - people need to check for a special code to know it's arrived
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£1 cleaning trick which clears stains and bacteria from pillows without washing
Cost Of Living
Many people are trying to cut costs on everyday life including using the washing machine as little as possible
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Octopus Energy says there's 'no choice' as it issues smart meter alert
UK News
The Octopus Energy boss Greg Jackson responded to a customer on social media after they raised concerns over their smart meter devices
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Children learn about pensions at private school, but not state school
Cost Of Living
Pensions leave people anxious, overwhelmed, and fearful of making the wrong decision
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Brits investing in stocks and shares fell by more than five per cent last year, study finds
UK News
It comes as one in five do not feel confident that they know how to invest - and 36 per cent felt they simply couldn't afford to do so
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The one cup challenge and eight other simple kitchen changes which can save £140 a year
Cost Of Living
With the cost of living still putting a strain on families there are a few steps which can mean a lower bill
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'I'm an energy expert - this is why every home should have this free device'
Cost Of Living
With the constantly rising cost of living many people are looking to make savings - energy expert Matthew Jenkins says there are some key things you can do to cut costs
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You can get up to £812 from the DWP to cover urgent costs
UK News
The amount of money you are allowed depends on circumstances and what you need it for
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Expert reveals homeowners could get £10,000 for fitting a heat pump
Your Money
Heat pumps are becoming more popular as they offer long term lower bills and generous government incentives
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DWP could give you £9,000 a year if you suffer with common breathing condition
Department for Work and Pensions
Many people with chronic health problems already claim the support, which can total up to £9,000 per year
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DWP cost of living £600 winter fuel payments deadline - action needed
Department for Work and Pensions
If people have not received the money by today, January 26, 2024, they need to take action
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DWP 12-day alert for millions receiving £299 cost of living payment as date nears
Your Money
Millions will be eligible for the money in the coming weeks but exactly when you'll get it depends on your circumstances
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DWP 24-hour alert over £600 payment - what code to look for in your bank account
Cost Of Living
One day left for the money from the Department for Work and Pensions to arrive and those eligible who don't receive it need to take action
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Two week DWP warning as final £299 Cost of Living Payment date nears
Department for Work and Pensions
Millions of households are due to get the third and final Cost of Living Payment of £299 in the coming days
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The 87 common muscle and joint conditions that qualify you for £737 from DWP
Your Money
The amount of money you get will rise from April and there are some really common conditions that could make you eligible
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Martin Lewis gives 'ASAP' alert on missing out on free £175 cash
Martin Lewis
Banks could be about to end the practice of offering money to switch accounts, he suggested
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Mum-of-four who was incredible carer for young people died suddenly at home in tragic circumstances
Courts
Gemma Rees was described as a fantastic person who was 'one in a zillion'
Drivers stuck for hours as city centre multi-storey gridlocked
Cardiff
This is not the first the first time that the multi-storey car park in St David's shopping centre has been gridlocked
Police issue statement about death of DJ Steve Wright
UK News
Police and paramedics were sent to an address on Monday
Much-loved mum died after entering river walking home from night out
Courts
Claire Morgan was returning home after an evening out at Ystalyfera Rugby Club when the tragedy happened
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'I ditched my one-bed flat to live mortgage-free on a boat after watching TV show'
Real Life
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'I'm lucky to be alive after missing appointment because NHS was busy'
UK News
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UK not ready for Disease X that will kill 20 times as many as Covid
UK News
The director general of the WHO says if we fail to learn the lessons of Covid we will 'pay dearly'
Poundland bringing major changes to 150 branches - list so far
UK News
Dates have been set for the biggest change the stores have seen in five years
Six NationsTonight's rugby news as star quits Six Nations in shock announcement and Wales winger back after a yearThe latest rugby headlines from Wales and around the world
Son of rugby legend eligible for England and Australia called up to face Wales in Six Nations
Italy Rugby
The shock call-up comes just days after he quit English rugby
Drivers stuck for hours as city centre multi-storey gridlocked
Cardiff
This is not the first the first time that the multi-storey car park in St David's shopping centre has been gridlocked
Mum-of-four who was incredible carer for young people died suddenly at home in tragic circumstances
Courts
Gemma Rees was described as a fantastic person who was 'one in a zillion'
Police issue statement about death of DJ Steve Wright
UK News
Police and paramedics were sent to an address on Monday
Traffic and TravelLive updates as 'serious' accident closes Vale of Glamorgan roadEmergency services are at the scene in Llantwit Major
Co-op selling freezer deal to feed whole family for £1.50 a head
Shopping
The offer means you are getting the food for half price
Rick Stein career update after saying he 'won't last much longer'
Showbiz
The TV chef and restaurateur has spoken about what he will be doing next
Thousands demand law change over dead pets in UK
UK News
'Our pets are more than just animals - they are family members who provide us with unconditional love and companionship'
Lidl rolling out high-tech change to every branch in the country
Shopping
The system is being expanded to the whole of the UK after being tested in 35 shops