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Martin Lewis shares ‘golden rules’ for people trying to clear credit card debt this year
Martin Lewis
The consumer champion also shared details on where to get free, confidential help if you are struggling to repay debt.
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People over State Pension age urged to check for £1,807 annual income boost
Benefits
Eight out of 10 people over State Pension age are missing out on benefits they are entitled to.
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Final DWP Winter Fuel Payments of up to £300 due to be issued by next week
Benefits
The automatic Winter Fuel Payment window for 2024/25 closes on January 29.
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New ‘heating health check' can help people save £300 on energy bills in 30 minutes
Fuel bills
Setting time aside to do these simple checks could save you a fortune this year.
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Three steps people can take to help reduce debt worries before end of this month
Personal finance
StepChange Scotland says more people are struggling with energy bills, Council Tax and mortgage costs.
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Scots charity urges families not to suffer in silence over finances this Blue Monday
Cost Of Living
To get on the front foot for 2025, Children First’s expert support line team have put together some handy hints for healthier finances.
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New DWP Pensions Minister urges 1950s-born WASPI women to claim £4,200 annual income boost
State Pension
An estimated 760,000 older people are entitled to Pension Credit, but not claiming the means-tested benefit.
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Postcode map helps people find free warm spaces in their area on cold days this winter
Fuel bills
Warm Welcome Week aims to help people find a place of warmth near their home.
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Energy bill worries continue as temperatures plummet - despite drop in price
Energy
"A social tariff to provide discounted energy to the most vulnerable households should be implemented by the Government as a top priority."
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Full New State Pension payments during retirement means you need to work this number of years
State Pension
Older people do not automatically receive full New State Pension payments of £221.20 each week when they retire.
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Which? names best and worst energy firms as fixed deals return to the market
Fuel bills
If you are unhappy with your provider, now may be the best time to switch.
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DWP breaks down Pension Credit barriers to help older people claim £4,200 income boost
Benefits
A successful new claim for Pension Credit can unlock access to Winter Fuel Payments, help with housing costs and Council Tax.
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Five money changes to make this month to help boost your finances by end of year
Personal finance
Game-changing hacks to help boost your cashflow over the next 12 months.
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£200 winter heating help for people aged between 66 and 79 due before end of month
Fuel bills
Eligible pensioners over 80 are set to receive the full Winter Fuel Payment of £300 before January 29.
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People over State Pension age with eyesight issues could be due up to £434 extra each month
Attendance Allowance
Attendance Allowance could help people who are severely short-sighted or have blurry vision.
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Five steps to build financial resilience for the year ahead
Personal finance
Simple ways to get your finances back on track for the year ahead.
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People on certain benefits can claim up to £1,800 to help pay for funeral costs
Benefits
The average cost of a simple funeral in Scotland has reached a record high of £4,345.
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Martin Lewis urges four million people on benefits to check for ‘special’ £20 broadband deals
Martin Lewis
People on Universal Credit, Pension Credit, disability and legacy benefits may be able to slash their broadband bill.
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UK Government responds to calls to scrap £169.50 TV licence fee for all pensioners
State Pension
Thousands of people have signed an online petition calling for the £169.50 TV licence fee to end for people over 66.
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Older people making a new claim for PIP could boost income to £1,622 each month
Personal Independence Payments
In most cases, people nearing State Pension age making a new claim for PIP are given a 10-year award.
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Older people urged to claim £4,200 income top-up before reaching State Pension age
Benefits
DWP received 8,500 ‘advanced’ Pension Credit claims in the last week of 2024.
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Millions of people urged to check for unclaimed benefits or Council Tax savings
Benefits
Nearly £23 billion in Universal Credit, Attendance Allowance, Pension Credit and Council Tax is going unclaimed each year.
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How to do the viral 'no buy' trend in 2025 that could help you save up to £8,000 this year
Social media
Social media has gone crazy over the "no-buy" year, but what exactly are the rules?
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Over 630,000 people in Scotland to get help with heating bills this winter
Fuel bills
Winter Heating Payments of £58.75 will continue until the end of February.
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