All news by author: Ruby Flanagan
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Martin Lewis explains which eBay sellers don't need to pay tax under new rules
At the start of this year, websites and apps which allow their users to earn money through selling or renting have to inform HMRC of the earnings their users make but many Brits were confused and thought they needed to pay more tax
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Morrisons trials new security system but shoppers say they 'feel like criminals'
The Safer Pod S1s security device is in a "handful" of Morrisons stores and features the supermarket's logo on the side alongside the statement: "We're keeping an eye on things to keep your store more safe"
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Greggs to open another 160 UK shops this year in huge expansion plans - see list
The new locations for stores have not yet been confirmed by Greggs although it did say it would continue to look at expanding across retail parks, travel sites and roadside locations, as well as industrial estates
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Renters could save up to £1,300 on housing costs if they move in this month
The analysis, conducted by Goodlord, showed that the lowest rents can be found immediately after Christmas, in January and February whilst the highest costs are typically found in late summer and early autumn
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Full list of energy suppliers giving out £150 to help with bills this winter
The Government's Wamr Home Discount scheme sees energy suppliers apply a one-off discount of £150 to the electricity bill of low-income or vulnerable customers between October and March
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1.6million workers urged to check payslips as they could be missing tax cut
On January 6, National Insurance for employees - so people who are paid their wages via PAYE - was reduced from 12% to 10%, the Government said the move would give the average worker on £34,500 a tax cut of £450 this year
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Barclays issue warning as scam sees criminals sneak into devices to steal cash
Barclays explained that mobile malware is "harmful software" that is specifically designed by criminals to spy, control and attack personal devices such as smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches
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Widow faces £2,600 fee to get £48,000 Premium Bonds inherited from late husband
During their lifetime, the couple both invested money into the Government-backed saving scheme at the time of his death last year, there was nearly £50,000 saved into her late husband's Premium Bond savings account
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B&M issues update on plans to open 45 stores - list of sites announced so far
In a recent financial update, the popular high street chain announced that it was on track to open 45 new stores in the UK this financial year and that it plans to open a similar number in the next year
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Papa Johns to close 'up to 100' sites as chain battles cost of living losses
one Papa Johns insider says the closures could impact potentially 100 sites however the pizza chain has declined to comment on the exact number of stores that could be closed over the coming year adding that "no final decisions have been made at this time"
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DWP benefit claimants who are renting get £800 boost - but many will lose out
Local Housing Allowance rates are used to calculate Universal Credit and Housing Benefit payments for tenants renting from private landlords - the level of support is based on the area where the person lives and the size of their household
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Martin Lewis' MSE issues urgent warning ahead of February deadline
The MSE team sent the warning on X - formerly Twitter - this morning as the deadline for claiming backdated Bereavement Support is next month on February 8
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DWP could owe thousands of benefit claimants £5,000 after assessment rule change
In July 2019, the Supreme Court handed down a judgment called the "MM Judgement" and this changed the way the DWP considers the definition of "social support" regarding its assessment of the Daily Living Component of PIP
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Drivers risk £100 fine as new parking rules to be introduced this month
The new parking rules are designed to protect pavement users - particularly those using wheelchairs or pushing buggies - by vehicles taking up the pavement
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Grandmother shares 'little known' DWP benefit that gives her extra £4,000 a year
Yvonne realised she was eligible for the benefit 13 years ago after an adviser at her local Citizens Advice Bureau told her she could claim - she now shares her story to encourage others to claim where they can
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Wetherspoon closing another pub for good today - check if your local is going
The Percy Shaw pub at Broad Street Plaza in Halifax will be welcoming customers for the final time today (January 7) before shutting at midnight tonight - however locals dont need to be too disapointed
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One simple change could help you save £50 a year on your water bills
As you cannot switch your water provider, and as bills are fixed it is really hard to save money on this bill if you do not qualify for extra assistance. However, you could cut your bill by installing a water meter
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'Clear' sign your marriage is dying, according to a relationship expert
One marriage expert has taken to social media to share one way to clock if your relationship is taking a turn for the worse - however, his advice has divided people with some in support whilst others completely disagree
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'I'm a cleaning expert - here are four signs mould is lurking in your home'
To help households prevent mould from spreading havoc throughout their home, one cleaning whizz has shared the areas where and things you should particularly keep an eye on
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'Best place' to put your dehumidifier to dry clothes and stop nasty damp smells
If you put your dehumidifier in the wrong place, your clothes may take longer to dry and the purpose of the dehumidifier - to remove moisture from the air - may not even work
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Best ways to tackle condensation without a pricey dehumidifier
Condensation can be a major issue in homes during the winter months, and it occurs when the warmer air inside our homes hits a cold surface, such as a window, and water droplets then form on it
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Woman staggered as bridal shop asks for a tip after she buys wedding dress
One bride explained that she had been incredibly lucky as she had found her dream wedding dress at the first store she went to and when she went to pay 'they flipped their little iPad around and asked for a tip'
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'My wife wants to name our baby after her ex - but she thinks I've not realised'
One dad to be has found himself in an unusual situation regarding the potential name of his first child - as his partner has suggested naming the baby after her ex
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Six ways to cut your energy bills - from LED lightbulbs to bleeding radiators
To help Brits save on their energy bills in the coming months, Toolstation has compiled and shared an energy-saving guide with six ideas you could implement in your home this New Year
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Households can get free £240 cost of living cash - here's how to claim
Wokingham Borough Council is providing grants of up to £240 to help cover the cost of energy, food and other household bills through its Household Support Fund
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