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Save money by buying second-hand Christmas gifts: here's how

Save money by buying second-hand Christmas gifts: here's how

These days, it’s so easy to get brand new or nearly-brand new stuff at a massive discount if you’re willing to shop around and buy pre-loved.

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Parcel theft– keeping your Christmas shopping safe from porch pirates

Parcel theft– keeping your Christmas shopping safe from porch pirates

Porch pirates stole £666 million worth of packages in the UK this year, according to research from technology firm Quadient.

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Aldi's Christmas dinner for 8 costs just £11.85 – see details

Aldi's Christmas dinner for 8 costs just £11.85 – see details

Aldi is making it possible to serve a full festive feast for eight people for just £11.85 through its limited-time special offer.

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Young people who refuse work will have benefits stripped

Young people who refuse work will have benefits stripped

Young people receiving Universal Credit who turn down jobs could have their benefits stopped under a new government policy.

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Cheapest Christmas dinner – six supermarkets compared

Cheapest Christmas dinner – six supermarkets compared

How much will it cost to put on a full spread this year and which supermarket will give you the best value?

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Energy bills set to go up by £108 per year

Energy bills set to go up by £108 per year

By 2031, the average bill will rise by £108 a year to cover bills with £48 going towards gas and £60 towards electricity.

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Free Christmas trees at Tesco – find out how to get yours

Free Christmas trees at Tesco – find out how to get yours

The deal is available in select stores and only running for one day this weekend; find out how to get your free tree here.

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Top 10 Christmas food essentials and how to save on them

Top 10 Christmas food essentials and how to save on them

Whether it's mince pies, Baileys, or crackers, a lot of us are willing to splurge on what we deem “festive essentials”.

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  Average household set to spend £787 on Christmas – tips to slash costs

Average household set to spend £787 on Christmas – tips to slash costs

This Christmas is set to be one of the most expensive yet and many people will be borrowing to fund it.

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How to spot “spray and pray” delivery scams this Christmas

How to spot “spray and pray” delivery scams this Christmas

If you’re eagerly waiting for Christmas and Black Friday deliveries, it’s normal to expect texts about your deliveries, but scammers know this too.

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Energy bills set to fall by £150 in 2026 – what to do if you’re struggling

Energy bills set to fall by £150 in 2026 – what to do if you’re struggling

From April 2026, energy bills in England, Scotland, and Wales will drop by about £150 a year on average.

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Energy bills set to fall by £150 in 2026 – what to do if you’re struggling-testerpage

Energy bills set to fall by £150 in 2026 – what to do if you’re struggling-testerpage

From April 2026, energy bills in England, Scotland, and Wales will drop by about £150 a year on average.

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Minimum wage, state pension and benefits due to go up in April 2026

Minimum wage, state pension and benefits due to go up in April 2026

Here’s a breakdown of what’s changing and how much more you could get depending on your circumstances.

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Top 10 regret buys – how to beat impulse shopping this Black Friday

Top 10 regret buys – how to beat impulse shopping this Black Friday

Here's how to avoid impulse buys this Black Friday as almost two-thirds of Brits (59%) admitted to making at least one regretful purchase this year.

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Two-child benefit cap axed – what it means for you

Two-child benefit cap axed – what it means for you

This change is designed to tackle child poverty and give every child the best start in life.

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Help to Save scheme made permanent – are you eligible?

Help to Save scheme made permanent – are you eligible?

The Help to Save scheme has now been made permanent, giving people on low income the opportunity to save and earn government bonuses.

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5 key takeaways from the Budget

5 key takeaways from the Budget

Here are some of the main takeaways from the Budget that are likely to have an effect on your life.

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Black Friday – is it the real deal or a dud?

Black Friday – is it the real deal or a dud?

Nobody wants to be duped by a fake deal, especially when it might mean paying over the odds for a product.

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