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Cheapest supermarket for branded shopping revealed

Cheapest supermarket for branded shopping revealed

The most affordable supermarket for branded groceries has been revealed and could save you as much as 15% off your weekly shop.

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Bill help worth hundreds is unclaimed as energy and water debt surges – are you missing out on hundreds of pounds?

Bill help worth hundreds is unclaimed as energy and water debt surges – are you missing out on hundreds of pounds?

Money owed to water and energy companies has topped a staggering £7billion – at the same as households miss out on vital support that can help them manage bills.

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Child Benefit 2026; who qualifies, how much you get, and why it is almost always worth claiming

Child Benefit 2026; who qualifies, how much you get, and why it is almost always worth claiming

Child Benefit pays £27.05 a week for your first child in 2026/27. Even if you earn over £60,000, it is usually still worth claiming. Here's everything you need to know.

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Cohabiting couples rights UK 2026; what is changing and what you can do right now

Cohabiting couples rights UK 2026; what is changing and what you can do right now

The government has launched a consultation on rights for unmarried couples. New laws are years away but 3.5 million cohabiting couples have fewer rights than they realise. Here's what to know.

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 Car insurance costs in 2026; why bills could rise again and how to pay less

Car insurance costs in 2026; why bills could rise again and how to pay less

The average UK car insurance premium is £560 in 2026, but rising repair costs mean prices are expected to climb again. Here's how to cut what you pay at renewal without losing cover.

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 PIP reviews are being extended from today; what the new rules mean for your award

PIP reviews are being extended from today; what the new rules mean for your award

New regulations in force from 2 June 2026 allow the DWP to extend PIP award periods for most claimants aged 25 and over. Here's what changes, what doesn't, and what to do if your needs have changed

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