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Free lateral flow tests in Wales extended until 31 July for people showing signs of Covid

Free lateral flow tests in Wales will continue to be available for people showing Covid symptoms up until 30 July.

24 June 2022

British Airways passengers previously offered vouchers for Covid cancelled flights can now claim cash refunds - here's how

British Airways passengers who feel they were wrongly handed vouchers for cancelled flights during the pandemic can now get cash refunds following a U-turn by the airline. But you need to actively request that your voucher is transferred into cash - we explain how to do this below.

30 March 2022

Passenger locator forms and Covid tests to be scrapped for ALL UK arrivals later this week

All remaining coronavirus-related travel restrictions will be scrapped for both fully vaccinated and unvaccinated arrivals to the the UK later this week, transport secretary Grant Shapps has today (14 March) announced.

14 March 2022

£500 Test and Trace support scheme to end in England on Thursday – here’s what's happening

The Test and Trace £500 support scheme is going to scrapped, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced.

23 February 2022

Beware NHS Covid pass fraud - one MoneySaver was scammed out of £25,000 though he got his money back after MSE intervened

A grandfather of two, who was tricked out of £25,000 by fraudsters purporting to offer NHS Covid passes, has got his life savings back after MoneySavingExpert.com intervened.

27 January 2022

Covid travel tests to be scrapped for fully vaccinated travellers arriving in the UK

In addition, those who aren't fully vaccinated will no longer be required to take a day eight test or self-isolate on arrival to England.

25 January 2022

Coronavirus finance & bills help

Many are worried about the UK impact of the coronavirus on their ability to pay bills and even stay in their home. This guide tells you what help's out there if you can't pay bills or pay loans or credit cards back.

1 January 2022

Martin Lewis awarded CBE in New Year Honours – congratulations from the MSE team

Heartfelt congratulations from the MSE team

31 December 2021

Covid-hit businesses eligible for new Government support scheme

Businesses that have been financially impacted by the coronavirus pandemic could receive a grant of up to £6,000 under a new £1 billion support package.

21 December 2021

France to ban UK holidaymakers, causing chaos for Christmas travel plans - here are your refund rights

Only those with a "compelling" reason will now be able to enter the country but this doesn't include travel for tourist or business reasons. This applies whether you're vaccinated or not.

16 December 2021