Carer's Allowance is rising next year but unpaid carers in part of UK get less than others

CARER'S ALLOWANCE, alongside a flurry of other benefits pension rates, will increase in April 2022.

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Homeowners hit as interest rate more than doubled

HOUSEHOLD finances will be squeezed even harder by rising mortgage costs, after the Bank of England more than doubled its base rate.

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You could get hundreds in support once you reach state pension age - act now

STATE PENSION age is momentous for many, as the monthly sum they can claim may mean they can afford to leave the workplace for retirement. However, there is also other help at hand for people who reach this milestone.

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Cut your inheritance tax bills - gift money to your family this Christmas, NOT the taxman

CHRISTMAS is a time for giving. It is also a time for planning. This is the perfect opportunity to slash your inheritance tax exposure, and pass on wealth to your family instead of HM Revenue & Customs.

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Pension warning: Britons urged ‘plan ahead’ as many face ‘considerable’ 55% tax raid

A PENSION warning has been issued as many Britons could be at risk of incurring a considerable tax bill as allowances have been frozen for the next five years.

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Interest rates warning: Bank of England hike to add over £300 to your mortgage costs

INTEREST rates were raised by the Bank of England yesterday as the base rate was increased to 0.25 percent. Unfortunately, this will likely raise mortgage costs for Britons.

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We’re on our own - nightmare as Rishi Sunak and Bank of England call inflation wrong AGAIN

CHANCELLOR RISHI SUNAK told us inflation would hit four percent next year. The Bank of England predicted five percent. Both were kidding themselves - and us. How can we rely on these people?

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Santander announces interest rate rise on savings accounts after Bank of England vote

FOLLOWING the Bank of England's decision to raise the base rate, Santander has announced updates to its mortgage and savings rates.

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Heathrow price HIKE warning: Passengers to be slapped with extra 50% charges

HEATHROW has been given the green light to increase passenger charges 50 percent however the airport believes the fees should be even higher.

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‘The most important document’ to help slash Inheritance Tax bills – act now

INHERITANCE TAX costs can be managed and mitigated through effective estate planning. Experts have suggested what "the most important document" is, and explained why it is key to securing financial security for one's family once they pass.

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'Unacceptable' - Over 60s may lose free prescriptions to raise 'significant extra revenue'

THE PROPOSAL to raise the qualifying age for free NHS prescriptions by six years has been met with disapproval and despair from experts and over-60s alike.

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Bank of England raises base rate to 0.25% - what this means for your pensions and savings

INFLATION surged to 5.1 percent in the 12 months to November, up from 4.2 percent in October. This will create specific problems for pensioners which could be remedied as the Bank of England increases interest rates in today's vote.

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'Most successful’ Dragons’ Den pitch: Business now worth £30million and sells worldwide

WONDERBLY has been labelled "the most successful business to have ever passed through the Den's walls" by investor Piers Linney.

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National Insurance to surge to 13.25% - simple step will reduce amount you pay HMRC

NATIONAL INSURANCE rates are due to rise by 1.25 percent next year but a few simple steps can help slice the tax bill and boost a pension pot at the same time.

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State pension age: How to check when you can retire as DWP launches review

STATE PENSION age changes may be on their way after the DWP this week launched a review around whether the pensionable age is appropriate. Regardless of what the Government decides to do, tools are available to the public so they can plan out their retirement.

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Christmas payment dates 2021 - Every payment date plus Christmas bonus

BENEFIT payments sometimes change around Christmas depending on what day of the week the holidays fall on. What are the payment dates for 2021?

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Global financial crash fears as China economy slows amid property nightmare

CHINA'S economy is showing signs of beginning to stall as the country grapples with an ailing property sector and the spread of Covid, sparking global financial crash fears.

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Inflation red alert: Bank of England under crippling pressure as prices soar

INFLATION has soared to a ten-year high casting further uncertainty over what the central bank might decide in Thursday's meeting on interest rates.

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Unpaid carers at risk of losing access to full state pension - apply for carer’s credit

UNPAID carers across the UK are at severe risk of losing access to the full state pension if they fail to apply for vital benefits support.

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'Buy local!' - One in five small businesses rely on strong Christmas sales to survive

ONE in five small businesses will not survive 2022 unless their Christmas sales are strong, a report has found.

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Furlough horror warning: Return of scheme could cost £1.4bn as Omicron rages

THE FURLOUGH scheme could cost a whopping £1.4billion a month if it returns as the Omicron Covid variant runs rampant in the UK.

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Britons 'have never experienced anything quite like this' - inflation to hit your savings

INFLATION skyrocketed to its highest level in a decade last month, rising to 5.1 percent from 4.2 percent in October. These rising prices will place huge pressure on Briton's savings and budgets over the coming months.

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Inheritance Tax exposed: Is your home at risk of costly IHT bill?

NEW RESEARCH has exposed the regions in the UK where expensive homes are the most at risk of acquiring a costly Inheritance Tax bill down the line.

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State pension: Major change could bring ‘equality’ for pensioners on old and new schemes

STATE PENSIONERS in receipt of the old Government scheme could get a substantial boost, with a major change put forward by the National Pensioners Convention.

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Pensioners to face ‘struggle’ as inflation soars to 5.1% and Triple Lock frozen

PENSIONERS are facing yet another financial challenge, as the latest data shows inflation has soared to a ten-year high.

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Carer’s Allowance to be replaced by 2026: Will you still be eligible?

THE CARER'S Allowance is due to be replaced by May 2026 to help more carers reach the support they need, but who will be eligible for the new scheme?

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State pension: You could be entitled to Additional state pension - how to check

STATE PENSION payments are issued to millions of people, however, it is worth noting some may be entitled to the ‘Additional' amount.

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‘Hard times’ Dave Ramsey suggests how man 59, with no savings can get by in retirement

DAVE RAMSEY explained to Ashley, 32, that she will "have hard times", since her husband, 59, has no retirement savings, but they have three young children.

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‘Real or scam?’ HSBC alerts customers to convincing email fraud

HSBC is warning its customers of the dangers posed by the latest example of convincing email fraud.

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Savings update: Britons could secure 5% interest rate before Christmas - are you eligible?

THE LAST chance for Britons to stay above inflation has arrived just before Christmas, but who is eligible for the record high interest rate?

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Pension: You could boost retirement savings by up to £37,483 - ‘simple to do!’

A PENSION boost of up to £37,483 could be secured by Britons if they take a "simple" action with their money this Christmas.

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Mistaken ID victim leads to credit nightmare and long battle to clear his name – Crusader

Will the ghost of mistaken debt markers keep haunting an innocent bank customer or will there be Christmas cheer as the phantom wrecking his credit record - and a lot of his life - is finally laid to rest?

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British Airways, easyJet and Ryanair lead charge against 'haphazard' UK Covid restrictions

BRITISH Airways, easyJet and Ryanair are leading the charge against the Government's "haphazard" Covid restrictions.

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The 13 ways to boost your income this Christmas

CHRISTMAS is the most expensive time of the year, with the average person expecting to spend £1,108 during the festive season this year. Strapped for cash? Here are 13 ways to boost your income this Christmas.

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Family's Universal Credit axed because of how dad was paid his wages

A FAMILY are struggling to pay for necessities before Christmas after missing out on their monthly Universal Credit payment because of how often they receive earnings.

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Purplebricks could face £9m in payouts to tenants over alleged blunder- are you affected?

ONLINE estate agent Purplebricks has revealed it is setting aside millions of pounds after it was claimed tenants could seek payouts over an alleged breach of tenancy law.

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‘Hidden pension benefit’ as millions to get pay rise next year

A HIDDEN pension benefit is likely to be on the horizon for hundreds of thousands of Britons, as an important pay rise kicks in.

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'I will make you proud' Dragons' Den cast emotional as mum breaks down during £50k pitch

KAMEESE DAVIS vowed to make Sara Davies proud after she broke down and wept on Dragons' Den after securing a £50,000 investment.

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Decade high inflation set to drown savers: Can you keep your cash afloat?

SAVERS are caught between cost of living increases, pandemic recovery and a turbulent job market but there could be ways for them to curb the harsh effects of inflation on top of everything else.

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Savings warning as Britons ‘woefully unprepared’ for retirement - you may need £250,000

A SAVINGS warning has been issued for Britons approaching their retirement, as many rely on their accounts but do not have enough put away.

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Lord Sugar 'missed out' - Fired Apprentice candidate's business now sold internationally

KURT WILSON was fired from BBCs The Apprentice in 2013 due to a staggering loss in the boardroom, but the Crosby-born entrepreneur was determined to prove Lord Sugar wrong and show that he "missed out" as his business Fuel Station is now sold internationally around the world.

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Attendance Allowance recipients get Christmas Bonus this week - see if you're eligible

ATTENDANCE Allowance recipients are due to receive the annual tax-free Christmas bonus during this week.

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Massive changes to PIP applications - how DWP is making it easier to start a new claim

THE DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS has confirmed there will be massive changes to the applications for Personal Independence Payment .

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Inflation to 'far outweigh' interest rate hikes following this week's Bank of England vote

INTEREST rates may be set to rise soon as the Bank of England will be reviewing if the base rate should be increased this week. While this may raise hopes among savers, warnings have been issued that even with an increase, inflation will wipe out any benefits that may be on the horizon.

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Healthy Start scheme: Sainsbury's to top up vouchers as DWP raises payments

HEALTHY Start vouchers can be offered to women who are pregnant or have a child under four who need support in buying basic foods like milk or fruit. Recently, Sainsbury's confirmed it would be reintroducing its £2 top up to the scheme.

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Universal Credit claimants may get Council Tax reductions - check now ahead of 5% hikes

UNIVERSAL Credit claimants can gain access to a range of support on top of their basic payments. This can include additional loans and discounts on Council Tax bills.

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Pensioners set to pay National Insurance - what the new levy means for you

PENSIONERS may have to fork out to meet National Insurance as part of a new levy being introduced by the Government.

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State pension warning as some pensioners now face costs for NHS treatment

A WARNING has been issued to pensioners, as rule changes could mean some will have to meet costs for NHS treatments if they choose to live abroad.

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Pensioner shares how you can dish up turkey and the trimmings for just 76p per person

A PENSIONER has spoken exclusively to Express.co.uk about how Britons can dish up turkey and the trimmings for less than £1 per person.

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‘It’s now or never’ - Meet the over 60s who are turning their back on retirement

THE NUMBER of Britons setting up their own business after 60 has more than doubled over recent years.

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