Retirement and me: Couple 'selling everything to survive' after a life-changing accident

RETIREMENT AND ME looks at how people are spending their time and money during their later years. This week, one woman reveals how life changed after her husband broke his back back in 2003.

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Election could see off the Remainer fanatics - EXPRESS COMMENT

WHEN the history books are finally written on the past three years of British politics, the question will be asked about why a group of fanatics in Parliament were allowed to do so much to damage democracy in this country.

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Stop this gull public health menace, says TIM NEWARK

CITIES and towns across the UK are being trashed by hordes of invading seagulls.

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Inside Politics: Is this High Noon for Mr Speaker?

JOHN BERCOW is facing his last stand as the battle lines are drawn for the climax of the parliamentary struggle over Brexit next week. The Commons Speaker famously postponed his promised retirement last year claiming his experience was needed through the "momentous" debates about the UK's departure from the EU.

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Top of the class investment for long overdue schools boost - EXPRESS COMMENT

AT LAST some big thinking on the subject of education. The Prime Minister's announcement that schools will receive an extra £14billion over the next three years could not be more welcome.

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Pension scams warning sign revealed - are you at risk of falling victim to pensions fraud?

PENSION funds often play a huge role in providing income for a person’s retirement, meaning the risk of falling victim to a pension scam can be a huge concern. What warning signs should an individual watch out for?

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Pension warning: Should you consolidate pots? ‘Unexpected disadvantages’ to watch out for

PENSION funds are something which many will spend their working live making contributions to, in order to provide for their retirement. Should one consolidate their pension pots?

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Coup are you trying to kid, you numpties, says CAROLE MALONE

IF you’d listened to some of our hysterical politicians this week you could be forgiven for thinking they were fighting for survival from a bunker somewhere in downtown Caracas.

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Pound euro exchange rate: GBP/EUR edges higher on Eurozone’s economic woes

THE pound euro exchange rate rose to €1.104 today following August’s flash Eurozone inflation figure, which confirmed estimates by holding steady at 1 percent. Meanwhile, core inflation fell below forecasts to 0.9 percent.

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Disturbing HRT findings must be taken seriously - EXPRESS COMMENT

WHILE it is not yet proven, we should still take the study that suggests 3,000 breast cancer cases a year are caused by hormone replacement therapy for women as a serious alarm call.

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Butt out Sir John, you’ve had your day and it wasn’t entirely glorious, says PAUL BALDWIN

PADDY ASHDOWN once called him “a decent and honourable man” and, had he just kept his trap shut, Sir John Major could have seen out his political days as exactly that.

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Can Premium Bonds be transferred after death? What to do if loved one dies

PREMIUM BONDS are now owned by around 23 million people in the UK. Can Premium Bonds be transferred after death?

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State pension forecast: How much can you get? How to get the full amount - new and basic

STATE PENSION payments may be something which a person relies on during their later years. How much is the full state pension, and how can one ensure they get the maximum amount?

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When will Universal Credit affect me? Why you may get payment ahead of 'managed migration'

UNIVERSAL CREDIT is replacing six types of benefits payments, known as legacy benefits. Some existing benefits recipients may be moved onto the scheme sooner rather than later, if their circumstances change.

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Who is Inheritance Tax paid to and what is deadline? How to pay Inheritance Tax bill

INHERITANCE TAX may be payable on the estate of a person who has died. Who is Inheritance Tax paid to, and when must it be paid by?

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It is flying in the face of democracy to thwart Brexit, says ROSS CLARK

WHAT is the greatest threat to our democracy: that the Government prorogues Parliament for a slightly longer period than is normal at this time of year, at a time when MPs were due to go off for their party conferences anyway?

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Pound US dollar exchange rate: GBP/USD steadies as US growth slows in second-quarter

THE pound US dollar exchange rate has levelled at $1.220 in response to today’s flash US growth figure for the second-quarter. This confirmed consensus and eased from 2.1 percent to 2 percent.

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Pound Euro exchange rate: GBP/EUR flat as French economy grows faster than expected

THIS morning, the pound remained muted against the euro. The pairing is currently trading at around €1.100.

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Child Benefit: Why filling in claim form could be important for your state pension payment

CHILD BENEFIT payments may be waived due to a potential tax charge, however HM Revenue and Customs warn that it is still worth filling in the form, as it could affect a person’s state pension amount.

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Can ISAs be inherited? What happens to an ISA if your other half dies

ISA stands for Individual Savings Accounts, and they are a way of saving money tax-free - up to the maximum annual amount. Can ISAs be inherited?

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Over 55s using pension to help out their children - poverty rate for UK elderly revealed

RETIREMENT is a time which many people may have saved for, however, new research suggests thousands of over 55s are using their savings, including part of their pension, to support their children. Amid the news, the poverty rates for the UK elderly has been highlighted.

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Premium Bonds: NS&I reveal August’s UK millionaires - could you have scooped maximum?

PREMIUM BONDS are a lottery bond which are issued to customers by the UK government’s National Savings and Investments agency. Who has been selected randomly for getting £1 million in August 2019?

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What is Universal Credit work allowance? Amount you can earn before payment reduces

UNIVERSAL CREDIT is a form of financial support which may be claimed by those on a low income or who are out of work. What is the Universal Credit work allowance?

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PPI deadline is TODAY: 'Final chance' to claim back money - how to contact provider

PPI complaints can be submitted within the next few hours, with consumers being warned that it is their final chance to do so, as the deadline for claiming money back is today. How can a person contact a provider to complain about the way they were sold Payment Protection Insurance?

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Remainer determination to halt Brexit has been exposed, says STEPHEN POLLARD

YOU will struggle to find a more ridiculous sight than the massed ranks of Remainers lining up yesterday to denounce the decision of Boris Johnson to hold a Queen’s Speech on October 14.

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