Cold Weather Payment Scheme begins today - Universal Credit claimants could get extra £25

THE COLD Weather Payment Scheme, which is run by the Department for Work and Pensions begins today, meaning Universal Credit, Pension Credit and some other benefits recipients may be able to get an extra payment in periods of very cold weather.

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The surprising source of Lord Sugar’s wealth revealed

LORD ALAN SUGAR is now known as one of the UK’s most successful business tycoons and the face of hit TV series ‘The Apprentice’, but his wealth comes from a surprising source according to an unearthed article.

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Russia plans to grab what’s left of dwindling bitcoin supply

A REMOTE crypto mining firm with direct links to the Russian government is aiming to gather up what’s left of the supply of bitcoin before it runs out. Dmitry Marinichev, the chief executive of the Russian Mining Company, says that he is planning to convert a massive former steelworks close to the Finnish border into an elite, purpose-built bitcoin mining facility.

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Pound US Dollar exchange rate: GBP/USD rises as US Federal Reserve slashes interest rates

The pound rose against the US dollar today after the US Federal Reserve cut rates for the third time this year, leaving the pairing trading around $1.292. The US Federal Reserve lowered its policy rate by 25 basis points on Wednesday. With no explicit signal from the bank that it’s done with easing, the statement was seen as less hawkish than anticipated, which weighed on the dollar.

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Pound euro exchange rate: GBP/EUR rises, Eurozone improves but downside risks remain

The pound euro exchange rate edged higher today, with the pairing currently trading around €1.160. The Eurozone’s surprise growth of 0.2 percent in the third-quarter failed to bolster the European currency, with worsening economic sentiment and heightened geopolitical uncertainties dampening hopes of the Eurozone’s economic recovery.

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Labour plans to abolish private schools would be devastating for UK taxpayer warns expert

THE LABOUR PARTY’s proposed plans to abolish private education and move all students into the state sector would have “severe consequences” on taxpayers, a tax expert told Express.co.uk.

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HMRC: Paper self-assessment tax return deadline is today - what happens if you miss it?

HMRC: The deadline for paper self-assessment tax returns is today, at midnight. What happens if it is not submitted in time? It could result in a hefty fine of up to £100.

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Pension: Best and worst countries for retirement in Europe revealed - where does UK rank?

PENSIONERS may opt to move overseas for a whole host of reasons during retirement, be that for part of the year or full-time. A new report looks at the best and worst countries for retirees in Europe, based on metrics such as crime rates and the cost of living, as well as population age.

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Pension WARNING: Retirement pots drained of more than £30BN leaving millions 'compromised'

PENSION savers have drained retirement pots of more than £30billion in the past four years, sparking fears they will run out of money in old age.

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Pension: Workers issued ‘stark warning’ on saving for retirement - are you saving enough?

PENSION savers have been issued with a “stark warning” it has been said, after new figures suggest a worker on average earnings should be saving £800 a month in order to have a “moderate” lifestyle in retirement, with a report finding that the state pension and some pension contributions may not be sufficient for this way of life.

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Universal Credit changes are kicking in this month - how could they affect you?

UNIVERSAL CREDIT changes were confirmed to be taking place in October 2019, by the Department for Work and Pensions . How will recipients of the state benefit be affected?

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From Inheritance Tax benefit to £1,150 tax relief - are you and your partner missing out?

TAX MAY be payable in a variety of circumstances, and this includes Income Tax and Inheritance Tax. Couples who have tied the knot may be able to benefit from some rules which apply to those who are married or in a civil partnership.

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ATM near me: Desperate communities plead for new cash points as banks desert rural areas

ATMs near to where one lives can be vital for everyday life. Today, UK cash machine network LINK has revealed it has received hundreds of applications for new ATMs, in less than a month.

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The key strategies employed by Donald Trump which made him a billionaire businessman

DONALD TRUMP has developed a reputation as a ferocious negotiator and leader, despite the scandals which have followed his presidency, but he has a specific approach to management which has come to define his success, according to an unearthed article.

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Labour’s £200billion plan to renationalise industries would ‘directly affect pensioners’

THE LABOUR PARTY’s proposed plans to renationalise industries like water and rail would not only cost the taxpayer up to £200 billion, but also “directly affect pensioners”, a tax expert told Express.co.uk.

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COINTREAU: liqueur icon unveils special designer bottle to mark 170th birthday

PREMIUM orange liqueur and French icon Cointreau, the mother of a million cocktail mixes and memorable moments, turns 170 this year and is marking the milestone with a limited anniversary edition bottle.

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HECK FOOD: Bangers maestro invests in new frozen VEGAN range for Holland & Barrett

PREMIUM bangers and burger brand Heck Food has invested £600,000 in developing its first frozen vegan range in a move to meet rising demand for plant-based products and away from fluctuating pork prices. 

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Hope for LEASEHOLDERS standing firm in £120,000 repairs shock row

A SPIRIT of conciliation now hovers over a block of leasehold flats where until last week the residents had been extremely worried about the upgrade plans proposed by the landlord’s management company.

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SHETLAND MUSSELS: Working with nature is a win-win for premium shellfish producer

THE tide is flowing in favour of Shetland Mussels, a shellfish farmer expanding capacity as demand increases for its premium, protein-packed produce and natural, sea-friendly growing methods.

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Pound US dollar exchange rate steady, Boris Johnson secures December general election bid

THE pound US dollar exchange rate held steady today, with the pairing currently trading around $1.289 after Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s bid for a 12 December general election succeeded by a majority of 438 to 20.

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Pound Euro exchange rate: GBP/EUR flat, pre-Christmas election to break Brexit deadlock

THE pound was left muted against the euro today, as MPs voted in favour of an early general election, leaving the pairing trading at around €1.159.

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Pension freedom withdrawals pass £30 billion - but warning issued about retirement funding

PENSION: A total of £30 billion being withdrawn ‘flexibly’ from pensions, new figures published by HM Revenue and Customs show, taking advantage of the “pension freedoms” introduced in 2015.

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Gender pay gap widens for older women, new research shows

OLDER women are victims of the biggest gender pay gap, official figures show today.

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State pension claimants will get an extra payment this Christmas - how much is the bonus?

STATE PENSION claimants and other recipients of certain benefits are set to get a bonus payment for Christmas 2019. How much will they get and how does one get it?

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Between Johnson and Corbyn - it's not a difficult choice, writes PATRICK O'FLYNN

WE HAVEN’T had enough politics lately, so what would be a really good idea is for there to be an early general election - that would really cheer people up.

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