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Virgin Media price increases will begin next year

Virgin Media broadband customers face price increase after rule changes

Energy bills are set to rise by £149 for the average household from October after Ofgem announced it would be raising its energy price cap

Energy bills are set to rise by £149 for the average household from October after Ofgem announced it would be raising its energy price cap

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The 99p tool that could save you up to £350 on your energy bills this winter

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

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Winter Fuel Payments latest as petition against change approaches new milestone

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

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Winter Fuel Payments latest as petition against change approaches new milestone

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

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Winter Fuel Payments update as petition against changes hits new milestone

The average household in England, Wales and Scotland would see energy bills fall by £122 over the course of a year

The average household in England, Wales and Scotland would see energy bills fall by £122 over the course of a year

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Energy bills set to fall as Ofgem lowers price cap - how much you could save

Figures from Uswitch suggest UK energy suppliers are currently retaining more than £3 billion worth of customer credit

Figures from Uswitch suggest UK energy suppliers are currently retaining more than £3 billion worth of customer credit

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Millions could be owed money by energy firms as campaigners say 'act now'

Martin Lewis, the founder and chairman of MoneySavingExpert.com, said: “The energy market is broken

Martin Lewis, the founder and chairman of MoneySavingExpert.com, said: “The energy market is broken

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Martin Lewis calls for rule change to fix 'broken energy market'

Research, from Compare the Market, found that households can expect to save £350 on household bills this year

Research, from Compare the Market, found that households can expect to save £350 on household bills this year

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UK households told they will find extra £350 in bank accounts soon

The average household in England, Wales and Scotland will pay £1,690 a year for their energy, a reduction of £238

The average household in England, Wales and Scotland will pay £1,690 a year for their energy, a reduction of £238

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Urgent warning to millions of homes who could overpay on energy bills

The experts at MuscleFood.com have shared how homeowners can save on food waste and unnecessary spending by reshuffling their food cupboards

The experts at MuscleFood.com have shared how homeowners can save on food waste and unnecessary spending by reshuffling their food cupboards

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Experts share 5 ways you could save money by organising your kitchen cupboards

For the first time since it was launched 47 years ago, parents can now claim Child Benefit online, HMRC has announced

For the first time since it was launched 47 years ago, parents can now claim Child Benefit online, HMRC has announced

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Parents warned not to miss out on £1,200 a year boost - how to apply

You could be eligible for a number of payments in 2024

You could be eligible for a number of payments in 2024

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The DWP cost of living payments you could claim in 2024 - see the full list

Food bank figures

Food bank figures

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Demand for emergency food packages on the rise in the city, council say

We asked Kevin Mountford, co-founder and consumer expert at savings platform Raisin UK what the cheapest way to boil water is.

We asked Kevin Mountford, co-founder and consumer expert at savings platform Raisin UK what the cheapest way to boil water is.

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Is it cheaper to boil water in a kettle, microwave or on the hob?

Experts have revealed whether it is actually cheaper to keep your heating on all day

Experts have revealed whether it is actually cheaper to keep your heating on all day

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Is it cheaper to leave my heating on all day?

The DWP have teamed up with Harry Redknapp to raise awareness of Pension Credit, worth up to £3,900 every year

The DWP have teamed up with Harry Redknapp to raise awareness of Pension Credit, worth up to £3,900 every year

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Thousands missing out on support worth £4,200 as deadline approaches

This is everything you need to know about the DWP cold weather payments, and the new cold-health alerts issued by the Met Office

This is everything you need to know about the DWP cold weather payments, and the new cold-health alerts issued by the Met Office

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Cold weather payments set to trigger as Met Office issues cold-health alerts

The average household in England, Wales and Scotland will see energy bills increase by £94 from January

The average household in England, Wales and Scotland will see energy bills increase by £94 from January

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Energy bills set to increase by £94 for millions in January

A Treasury minister has ruled out changed to pensioners' Winter Fuel Payments in Wednesday's Autumn Statement

A Treasury minister has ruled out changed to pensioners' Winter Fuel Payments in Wednesday's Autumn Statement

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Treasury rules out change to Winter Fuel Payment worth up to £600 - are you eligible?

The Work and Pensions Committee called for the Government to consider widening the eligibility criteria for future DWP cost of living payments

The Work and Pensions Committee called for the Government to consider widening the eligibility criteria for future DWP cost of living payments

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Cost of living payments should be paid to more people, MPs say

If you have not received the Cost of Living Payment from HMRC, but believe they're eligible, they should wait until after 20 November before contacting HMRC

If you have not received the Cost of Living Payment from HMRC, but believe they're eligible, they should wait until after 20 November before contacting HMRC

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New £300 cost of living payment for thousands from today

Married couples are being urged to check if they could receive a £250 cash boost

Married couples are being urged to check if they could receive a £250 cash boost

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HMRC warns married couples they could be missing out on a £250 cash boost

The Money Saving Expert was speaking to the audience of the Martin Lewis Money Show on ITV earlier this week

The Money Saving Expert was speaking to the audience of the Martin Lewis Money Show on ITV earlier this week

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Martin Lewis highlights common but 'costly' thermostat mistake costing you money

Asda are offering a cheaper Christmas dinner this year compared to 2022

Asda are offering a cheaper Christmas dinner this year compared to 2022

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Asda cuts food prices for Christmas meaning full roast will cost £4.17 per head

The DWP £300 cost of living payment will be sent to millions on Universal Credit and other benefits from today

The DWP £300 cost of living payment will be sent to millions on Universal Credit and other benefits from today

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Millions to receive new £300 cost of living payment from today

The Real Living Wage will see a slight increase across the UK

The Real Living Wage will see a slight increase across the UK

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Almost half a million UK workers to receive pay rise amid cost of living crisis

The DWP £300 cost of living payment will be sent to millions on Universal Credit and other benefits from October 31

The DWP £300 cost of living payment will be sent to millions on Universal Credit and other benefits from October 31

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Millions to receive £300 cost of living payment next week - are you eligible?

Experts have revealed their cost saving tips this winter, including when to turn your heating on, and whether you should have it on low through the day

Experts have revealed their cost saving tips this winter, including when to turn your heating on, and whether you should have it on low through the day

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When should I turn my heating on and how can I save money this winter?

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Man slashes weekly shop to just £5 by foraging mushrooms on Brighton's streets

The £150 cost of living support is available through the Warm Home Discount Scheme

The £150 cost of living support is available through the Warm Home Discount Scheme

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Millions to find out about £150 Warm Home Discount eligibility today

More than 26 million awards from the household support fund have been received since its launch, according to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

More than 26 million awards from the household support fund have been received since its launch, according to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

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Cost of living support a few clicks away for millions in England, says DWP

DWP Winter Fuel Payments could be worth up to £600 for pensioners this year,

DWP Winter Fuel Payments could be worth up to £600 for pensioners this year,

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No10 denies plans to scale back winter fuel allowance for pensioners

The Warm Home Discount Scheme is a one-off discount on your electricity bill worth £150

The Warm Home Discount Scheme is a one-off discount on your electricity bill worth £150

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Thousands could be eligible for £150 energy bill discount opening next week

Experts have revealed whether it is actually cheaper to keep your heating on all day

Experts have revealed whether it is actually cheaper to keep your heating on all day

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Is it cheaper to leave your heating on all day?

The Checkland building on the Falmer campus of the University of Brighton

The Checkland building on the Falmer campus of the University of Brighton

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Universities offer financial support to students as drop-out rates hit record high

Ofgem’s energy price cap does not set an upper limit on actual bills, and households will pay more or less depending on how much energy they use

Ofgem’s energy price cap does not set an upper limit on actual bills, and households will pay more or less depending on how much energy they use

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Warning energy bills could rise this winter despite Ofgem price cap fall

Thousands of people on PIP, DLA and other benefits may miss out on the DWP £300 cost of living payment

Thousands of people on PIP, DLA and other benefits may miss out on the DWP £300 cost of living payment

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Thousands to miss out on £300 cost of living payment

RIFT studied the average price of food and drink items and compared how this cost has changed since this time last year.

RIFT studied the average price of food and drink items and compared how this cost has changed since this time last year.

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Finance expert shares the items you should drop from your supermarket shop

A DWP cost of living payment worth £300 will be sent to more than eight million homes this Autumn, are you eligible?

A DWP cost of living payment worth £300 will be sent to more than eight million homes this Autumn, are you eligible?

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When will next DWP cost of living payment be paid and am I eligible?

Applications for Winter Fuel Payments open in September - this is how to find out if you are eligible, how much you can get and how to apply

Applications for Winter Fuel Payments open in September - this is how to find out if you are eligible, how much you can get and how to apply

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Millions to receive £600 energy bill support - how you can apply

A study has revealed the staggering price rises on items including beer, fish and chips, eggs more since 2008

A study has revealed the staggering price rises on items including beer, fish and chips, eggs more since 2008

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Here’s what £15 would have bought you 15 years ago – compared to now

The DWP Winter Fuel Payment provides energy bill support worth up to £600, with applications opening in a matter of weeks

The DWP Winter Fuel Payment provides energy bill support worth up to £600, with applications opening in a matter of weeks

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Millions eligible for £600 energy bill support this winter - how to apply

The back-to-school shop is often a scramble at the end of the school holidays but there are some things you can do to help keep the costs down.

The back-to-school shop is often a scramble at the end of the school holidays but there are some things you can do to help keep the costs down.

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7 expert 'tips and tricks' to help you save on your kids' school uniform

The TikTok mum packs in healthy snacks, small toys and gifts from the likes of Wilko, B&M, Flying Tiger, Home Bargains and more

The TikTok mum packs in healthy snacks, small toys and gifts from the likes of Wilko, B&M, Flying Tiger, Home Bargains and more

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The £4 hack parents need to know to keep their kids entertained in the car

Eilish Stout-Cairns has revealed how she beats the cost of living crisis with her £15 a week shop

Eilish Stout-Cairns has revealed how she beats the cost of living crisis with her £15 a week shop

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Savvy Asda shopper reveals how she lives off £15 a week at supermarket

DWP claimants on Child Tax Credit, Housing Benefit, Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) and more will be switched to Universal Credit

DWP claimants on Child Tax Credit, Housing Benefit, Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) and more will be switched to Universal Credit

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Universal Credit deadline warning as benefits may be stopped if missed

This is how you can save up to £720 a year on your weekly shop

This is how you can save up to £720 a year on your weekly shop

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Expert reveals how you can save £720 a year on food shopping

You may be able to get help with school uniform costs through School Uniform grants in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

You may be able to get help with school uniform costs through School Uniform grants in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

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Parents urged to check if they are eligible for up to £200 school uniform grants

You may be able to get help with school uniform costs through School Uniform grants in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

You may be able to get help with school uniform costs through School Uniform grants in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

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Parents urged to check if they are eligible for up to £200 school uniform grants

The TikTok clip sees Beth shop for five family-friendly dinners including a healthy three bean chilli and a Wagamama's inspired katsu curry.

The TikTok clip sees Beth shop for five family-friendly dinners including a healthy three bean chilli and a Wagamama's inspired katsu curry.

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TikTok mum shares how to feed a family of four with £1 a meal

The DWP has issued a warning over a new £750 cost of living payment scam message

The DWP has issued a warning over a new £750 cost of living payment scam message

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DWP issue warning over new £750 cost of living payment scam

We have previously compared the costs of big brands including Lurpak Butter, Heinz Beans, Fairy Liquid, Colgate toothpaste and shared where the best current deals are.

We have previously compared the costs of big brands including Lurpak Butter, Heinz Beans, Fairy Liquid, Colgate toothpaste and shared where the best current deals are.

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I found out how much Kellogg's cornflakes costs at Morrisons, Tesco, more

Gemma Ogston has helped to launch recipes that can be cooked with food bank ingredients

Gemma Ogston has helped to launch recipes that can be cooked with food bank ingredients

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Chef teams up with food bank to launch budget-friendly recipes for school holidays