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'My kids only get one £20 gift from Santa - people call me a Scrooge'
The mum says she doesn't care if people called a scrooge as she wants her kids to learn valuable lessons about money. She also asks family members to bring a dish on Christmas Day to help with costs
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Best time to do your supermarket Christmas shop, according to an insider
Getting your Christmas shop organised is a mammoth task, but getting to the supermarkets on certain days, at the right times could be key. Shoppers can snap up reductions and avoid busy queues if they go shopping in quiet hours
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True amount Quality Street, Celebrations and Roses have shrunk over the years
There's no denying the amount of Chocolate we get for our money has significantly reduced over the years, but the exact comparisons of each iconic Christmas tub is shocking
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Petrol and diesel prices at supermarkets including Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury's
To help you find the cheapest petrol and diesel, comparison website and app PetrolPrices has rounded up average prices across major fuel retailers including the supermarkets, BP and Esso
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DWP PIP claimants could get these five money saving discounts - see full list
With disabled Brits some of the worst affected by the cost of living crisis it's important to know where you can save money - here we have listed a few discounts people who claim PIP may be eligible for
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DWP update affecting thousands of people moving to Universal Credit from today
It affects anyone who has previously received a “migration notice“ with a deadline date to move to Universal Credit between today, December 11, 2023, and January 5, 2024
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Households urged to act now ahead of Ofgem energy price cap change
From January 1, Ofgem's new energy price cap comes into effect with the cap rising from the current £1,834 per year for a typical household to £1,928
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Warning thousands of DWP benefit claimants risk payments being cut next year
The benefit cap, which is a limit on the total amount households can claim, is not being raised next April - and at the same time, benefit payments are set to rise by 6.7%
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Smile Direct Club shuts down after bankruptcy filing - what it means for you
Smile Direct Club is known for selling clear aligners, the moulds of which can be done at home rather than at the dentist, while appointments are also done online
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Single mum went from beans on toast to Jimmy Choos after £1m Euromillions win
Ruth Breen bagged £1,000,000 on the Euromillions back in 2014, and it allowed her to swap out beans on toast for designer clothes - but one part of her life stayed the same
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'I can't afford to tumble dry my towels but cheaper alternative works a treat'
There is nothing worse than the smell of damp towels - but as the cold winter nights settle in, what is the best way to dry your towels without making your energy bills soar?
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Wetherspoons to close yet another pub today - after closure last weekend
Wetherspoons put the north London site up for sale last year alongside 30 others - however, the pub chain said the decision to sell the sites was a "commercial one" and denied that the chain was facing financial woes
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Smart meter help explained - what to do if yours doesn't listen to you
New figures show 2.7 million smart energy meters are not working properly - so consumer rights champion Martyn James explains what to do if yours has gone "dumb"
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Price of Roses tubs are slashed ahead of Christmas at major supermarket
Roses are a typical household favourite at Christmas time and, with the big day in around two weeks, Ocado has dropped the price of the chocolate treats - and its cheaper than its rivals
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Terraced house bought for £5,000 worth almost £2 million after transformation
The four-bedroom Victorian townhouse in Canary Wharf, east London underwent a dramatic transformation at the hands of Michael Hart - and the results are stunning
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Plumber's urgent warning over common Christmas mistake that blocks your pipes
Forking out for a plumber on Christmas Day can ruin the festive fun and end up costing you a small fortune - here's how to avoid a plumbing nightmare and keep your pipes clean
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State Pension payment dates issued amid changes for Christmas and New Year
State Pension cash is sent out at different times over Christmas and New Year due to the different working days of banks and Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) offices
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'I tried Aldi's new Christmas treats including the Marshmallow Brownie bombs'
If you're wondering where to go to buy chocolate treats this festive season, it could be worth your time to head to Aldi, as their's new chocolate treats are 'divine'
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Mum applauds teacher's clever idea to end pressure of buying Christmas gifts
A teacher has been praised for her brilliant approach to gifts from parents at Christmas, as she's encouraged adults and kids to take part in a 'heartwarming' gesture instead
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'We compared Baileys to supermarket own versions - and there's a clear winner'
Baileys is a firm Christmas favourite for many, but with prices ever-rising, many will turn to supermarket own branded versions as a way to save some cash - but which is best?
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Mum with 'next to nothing' explains how she saved £500 on Christmas this year
Thanks to 'simple' cut backs and practical tips, a savvy mum has been able to decorate her home, prepare for Christmas dinner, and get her children plenty of presents, on a tight budget
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Boiler tip shared by Martin Lewis could knock £65 off your energy bill
The “flow temperature” of a combi boiler is often set between 70C and 80C - but experts say they still work efficiently at lower temperatures
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DWP warning as thousands have hours left to claim £4,500 cost of living help
The DWP has urged pensioners across the country to put in a claim for Pension Credit as if they do so before midnight tonight, they may be eligible for the £300 cost of living payment
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Households can get cost of living support worth up to £500 to help pay bills
Each council offers different support through its Household Support Fund, Worcester Council is using its money to provide payments of up to £500 to help their residents with their energy or water costs
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Cost of running a heated airer and tumble dryer compared as bills set to rise
Heated airers are often hailed as a cost-effective way to dry clothes - but how much does it cost to buy one, how efficient do they run, and how does it compare to a tumble dryer?
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