Universal Credit Claimant: £1,000 Monthly Not Enough
A Universal Credit claimant receiving £1,119 monthly from the DWP says the money is insufficient, listing high rent and utility costs. Reddit users offer advice on budgeting.
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Firefighter Experience Days in Haverfordwest and Newtown
Mid and West Wales Fire Service invites you to Experience Days in Haverfordwest and Newtown this June. Try on kit, learn equipment, and ask questions before applying.
RAC: Two Strong Recommendations for UK Drivers on Fuel
The RAC advises drivers to shop around for fuel and use apps to find the best prices as petrol rises to 157.6p and diesel falls slowly to 188p amid volatile oil prices and the Iran war.
DWP Pays £667 Early to Universal Credit Claimants on May 22
Universal Credit claimants will receive early £667 payments from the DWP on Friday, May 22, due to the May 25 bank holiday. Standard allowance for couples over 25 is £667.
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Rachel Reeves faces backlash as EV drivers threaten to switch back to petrol cars after new pay-per-mile tax. Two in five consider returning to petrol.
Budget Fitness Trackers Under £25: Fitbit Air Alternatives
Google launched the Fitbit Air for £84.99, but you can buy affordable fitness trackers now for under £25. We found top budget options from Spurkey, IOWODO, and Runlio.
DWP Consigns 957,000 Young People to Lifetime on Universal Credit
Almost a million young people aged 16-24 are NEET, with 957,000 on Universal Credit. DWP data shows 4.6% of 2020's 18-year-olds have been on benefits their entire adulthood.
Arrogant drug dealer with Kinder egg cocaine jailed for 5 years
Christopher Dixon, 40, was jailed for five years after police found cocaine in a Kinder egg hidden in his underwear and a zombie knife in a storage unit.
Martin Lewis: Check for lost pensions of £10,000
Martin Lewis urges anyone who has moved house or changed jobs to check for lost pensions, with one viewer finding £45,000. Use free tools like the Pension Tracing Service.
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Martin Lewis shares four water bill hacks that could save UK households hundreds of pounds, including a meter switch that can save £600-700 a year.
Birmingham headteacher urges free school meals for all primary kids
A Birmingham headteacher backs the No Child Left Behind campaign, urging the government to extend free school meals to all primary school children to tackle poverty and stigma.
Birmingham Unemployment Crisis: Two Areas Among Worst
Unemployment in Perry Barr and Ladywood has reached crisis levels, with over a quarter of residents out of work. Birmingham's overall rate is 13.6%, double the regional average.
Couple Bought £170k Home at 19 by Cutting Four Expenses
Paulina and Stanley Gammon saved £20k in seven months to buy a three-bedroom house at age 19 without parental help, cutting nights out, dining, clothes, and holidays.
FCA Review: £829 Car Finance Payout Claims
The FCA launches a review into claims management companies amid concerns over misleading practices in the £829 car finance scandal payout process.
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Martin Lewis: How Much to Save for Your Pension
Martin Lewis explains the rule of thumb for pension savings: half your age when you start contributing. He also discusses state pension requirements and National Insurance.
Confidence and Age Hinder Brits from Starting Businesses
A poll of 2,000 adults reveals that while confidence and age are concerns, lack of funding is the top barrier to starting a business. 60% cite money as the main obstacle.
DWP Urged to Cut Payments for 660,000 Claimants
The DWP faces calls to reduce welfare payments for 660,000 households receiving more than the average worker's salary, deemed an 'unsustainable moral crisis'.
DWP Announces 6 Changes for 4 Million PIP Claimants
The DWP's Timms Review into PIP introduces a six-part evidence programme to gather diverse perspectives. Four million claimants may see changes.
Tories Plan to Cut DWP Benefits for 300,000 in Crackdown
The Conservative Party proposes reforming the benefits cap to save £1bn, affecting over 300,000 households by closing loopholes that allow non-working adults to claim unlimited payments.
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Martin Lewis Summer Flights Fuel Warning
Martin Lewis warns holidaymakers about risks of DIY bookings amid potential jet fuel shortages and flight cancellations this summer.
Champions Speakers Wins SME of the Year at British Business Awards
Champions Speakers, a global keynote speaker agency with an East Midlands office, was named SME of the Year at the British Business Awards, with the award presented by George Clooney.
New Spring Cost-of-Living Payments Announced for May
The UK Government launches new spring cost-of-living payments in May, offering grants from local councils to help struggling households with essentials like food and energy.
DWP Sickfluencer Boasts 100% PIP Success Rate
A DWP sickfluencer claims 100% success rate for PIP claims by exploiting the points system. PIP claims among working-age people have more than doubled since the pandemic.
Teacher Keeps Job After Drink-Driving at Reunion
Stephen Metcalfe-Taylor, a 'much-loved' Birmingham teacher, was caught drink-driving after consuming six to eight pints at a 20-year reunion. Despite the offence, he has been allowed to keep his job.
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Procure Smart Creates 40 Jobs in Newcastle Office Launch
Procure Smart is creating 40 jobs with a new Newcastle office. The Sunderland-based utilities specialist expands after launching Switch Savvi and SmartVu tools.
Jet2 Reports Record Passenger Numbers on May Day Holiday
Jet2 announces record-breaking passenger numbers for May Day Bank Holiday weekend, with CEO Steve Heapy highlighting the company's customer-first approach and no surcharge policy.
HMRC Warns UK Families Risk Losing £1,406 Child Benefit
HMRC is sending reminder letters to UK households urging them to claim Child Benefit, as families risk losing up to £1,406 per year. Letters arrive from May 8.
UK Households Face £605 Rise on 6 Supermarket Staples
UK food prices set to be 50% higher by November 2026. Six staples hit hardest: pasta, frozen veg, chocolate, eggs, beef, olive oil. Average household bill up £605.
DWP State Pension: Two Changes for 13 Million Claimants from May
Two changes for 13 million state pension claimants from May. Basic pension rises by £439.40, new pension by £574.60 under Triple Lock.
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Daryl Dike Hints at West Brom Stay Despite Contract End
Daryl Dike's future at West Brom is uncertain as his contract expires, but he hints at staying. The striker overcame injuries to help secure Championship survival.
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