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Inflation-linked broadband, mobile and TV price hikes are now banned. This means some will see their bills rise by a specified amount in pounds and pence instead. However, MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis has warned that many WILL still see an above-inflation rise despite the new rules.
5 February 2025

For the past two years Nationwide has given some existing customers a £100 'Fairer Share' bonus. It’s likely, though not guaranteed, to do the same again this year. In previous years, the scheme has been announced in May and paid in June, though whether you got it depended on if you met the qualifying criteria in the first three months of the year – so now's the perfect time to maximise your chances.
4 February 2025

If you're in full-time or part-time work in the UK, you could get 18 consecutive days off work in 2025 by taking just nine days of annual leave – or 24 consecutive days off by taking 13 days of leave. But don't hang about if you want to do it, particularly if holiday gets booked up quickly where you work.
28 January 2025

An online tool to apply for Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is still not available despite being announced over a year ago – and the Government has confirmed that it doesn't have a launch date. This means a tricky paper form remains the only way to apply for this crucial protection. Below, we explain how the process is set to change.
28 January 2025

Government-backed energy-efficiency measures intended to keep your home warm and lower your bills could instead be putting your property at risk of damp, mould and other serious issues. It comes after an independent body uncovered "widespread cases of poor quality" solid wall insulation fitted since 2022.
28 January 2025
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