State pension: How will payment dates change this month? How to check if you’re affected

STATE PENSION payments are made every four weeks after the first payment. As December rolls around, it may be that some people find that their payment date differs this month. Who will be affected?

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Hillsborough just one tragedy where slow justice insult to victims says TIM NEWARK

THIRTY years on after a police enquiry costing £60m involving 200 investigators, and yet still the Hillsborough families feel they have not got justice. Why does it take so long and so much money to seek out the truth of a tragedy? Justice delayed frequently is justice denied.

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ISA scandal pensioners who lost life savings given payout worth just 5% of investment

PENSIONERS who lost their life savings in one of Britain’s worst financial scandals could get a Christmas payout – but only about five percent of what they invested.

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The worst thing to happen to Tories was poll predicting landslide says CAROLE MALONE

THE worst thing to happen this week was the YouGov poll predicting the Tories would win the election with a 68 majority.

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Russia goes cold on bitcoin – again: Threatens to ban cryptocurrency

RUSSIA’S love-hate relationship with cryptocurrency took another twist today when the Central Bank of the Russian Federation announced it would now support proposals to ban payments in bitcoin. Following weeks of pro-cryptocurrency talk from Moscow’s technology leaders – and even nods of approval from within the Kremlin about digital assets – the unpredictable narrative has now switched back to one of negativity towards BTC.

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'Just trying to get votes!' BBC QT audience member scolds Corbyn ally over WASPI pledge

LABOUR’S pledge to compensate WASPI women for the state pension age change was questioned by a BBC Question Time audience member.

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Pound Euro exchange rate: ‘Robust’ German labour market leaves GBP/EUR flat

The pound remained flat against the euro following a mixed bag of data releases, leaving the pairing trading around €1.171. Earlier this morning, data revealed that German consumers paused before the start of the Christmas shopping season.

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How could a divorce affect your pension? Why you could be forced to share money with an ex

DIVORCE is an expensive and complicated process - and many may not realise they could be forced to pay out some of their pension to an ex-husband or wife if ordered to by the court.

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Martin Lewis warning: Best bank accounts for Help to Buy ISA revealed - deadline tomorrow

MARTIN LEWIS, 47, Money Saving Expert, has issued an urgent warning for those wanting a Help to Buy ISA as the deadline for opening an account is tomorrow. What are the best banks?

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Well-meant environmental policies like bag for life achieve little, says ROSS CLARK

Was there ever such a misnomer as a “bag for life”? Our supermarkets handed out 1.5 billion of them last year – 54 of them for every household. Where do all these bags go to die, I hate to think.

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Pound US Dollar exchange rate: GBP/USD flat as poll predicts Boris comfortable win

The pound remained muted against the US dollar as US markets closed for Thanksgiving, leaving the pairing trading a around $1.291. Sterling remained flat against the dollar on Thursday afternoon, although the currency was able to approach seven-month highs on heightened Brexit optimism.

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Pound euro exchange rate steady as Tories maintain lead in major YouGov poll

The pound euro exchange rate held steady today, with the pairing trading around €1.174 after the highly influential YouGov MRP poll suggested that Prime Minister Boris Johnson will win a solid majority at the December 12 general election.

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Crypto money laundering and theft tops £3.4 BILLION this year

MONEY laundering and theft through cryptocurrency has hit a staggering £3.4billion so far this year, according to a report released today. The dossier – issued by intelligence experts CipherTrace – also warns that terrorists are increasingly turning to cryptocurrencies to conceal their fundraising.

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State pension shock: Andrew Neil exposes Labour tax plan to cripple low-income pensioners

LABOUR’s tax proposals could cripple those on a state pension who are earning £14,000 a year, warned BBC host Andrew Neil in a clash with Labour’s Lucy Powell.

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State pension: Do you qualify for the basic or new state pension? How to claim the payment

STATE PENSION payments can be an important part of a person’s income during retirement. Who is eligible for the basic state pension, and who can get the new state pension?

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Martin Lewis reveals how to get £175 free cash from HSBC - but you must act now

MARTIN LEWIS, money saving expert, has revealed how to get £175 from HSBC - but you must act now to get the free cash.

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Black Friday: Fraud expert reveals exact steps victims of online banking scam should take

BLACK FRIDAY 2019 takes place this week, with a whole host of deals being offered amid the annual event - as well as on Cyber Monday. While shoppers may be focusing on bagging a bargain, a fraud expert has shared a word of warning to consumers about the risk of a scam.

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Pound US dollar exchange rate steady, US economy continues to ‘outpace many of its peers’

THE pound US dollar exchange rate held steady today, with the pairing trading around $1.288 after the US growth figure for the third quarter was revised up to 2.1 percent due to better-than-expected inventory and business investment.

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Pound Euro exchange rate: GBP/EUR rises ahead of YouGov’s seat-by-seat election forecast

THE pound edged higher against the euro as the currency recovered from a fresh bout of UK election pessimism, leaving the pairing trading around €1.170.

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THE AURORA ZONE: Travel expert creates best chances to see the Northern Lights

GIVING visitors the best chance possible to watch the gauzy green veils of the Northern Lights dance above the Arctic’s exquisite snowy settings has been travel brand The Aurora Zone’s dream come true. 

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Another exchange hacked as total of stolen assets this year reaches $4bn

ONE of South Korea’s biggest cryptocurrency exchanges has been hacked, with cyberthieves swiping more than £39 million in crypto.

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'Corbyn STILL refuses to say sorry for antisemitism as Labour branded party of the racist'

THE Labour Party was today well and truly the party of the racist. Undeniable, unacceptable and, if you hadn't seen it with your own eyes, almost unbelievable.

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NS&I gives insight on December Premium Bonds prizes - days to go until winners announced

PREMIUM BONDS holders may be well aware that the December 2019 prize draw results are to be announced in just a matter of days. Ahead of the big reveal, NS&I has given an insight into what those hoping to be winners can expect from this month’s prize fund.

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How much is Universal Credit? Amount you could get is set for boost in spring 2020

UNIVERSAL CREDIT is one of a number of state benefits which has not risen in recent years, due to the benefits freeze. With this due to come to an end next year, how much will Universal Credit be after April 2020?

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Pension charges: Are you paying too much for pension? It could end up costing you £18,000

PENSION CHARGES may apply annually for some people who pay into a pension scheme, however, new research has sparked a warning that some people may be paying three times more than they should have to - potentially costing them tens of thousands of pounds over time.

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