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Dunelm's 'striking' £14 floral bedding set that 'enhances any bedroom décor"
5+ hour, 35+ min ago (600+ words) Dunelm's bedding brings the cheery vibes for spring(Image: Dunelm) It might not seem like it, but spring isn't too far away now. With how cold, dark and damp the weather has been since the beginning of 2026, it can't come…...
Married people over State Pension age could boost annual income by £4,300
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (584+ words) Older people with a weekly State Pension of less than "346 could be due extra money from DWP. The Department is continuing its awareness campaign until the end of March, encouraging people to check their eligibility and make a claim. Married…...
Full list of benefits and one-off payments only people in Scotland can claim
4+ day, 5+ hour ago (1141+ words) Social Security Scotland has helped nearly one million people claim money they were entitled to.(Image: Getty ) Social Security Scotland helped more than 960,000 people receive financial support through 17 devolved benefits during the last financial year. This includes help for families…...
People reaching State Pension age can no longer claim these benefits
4+ day, 11+ hour ago (588+ words) Some people may not be aware of benefits or payments which can no longer be claimed after reaching retirement age. The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show the State Pension is now providing essential financial…...
Young people urged to claim UK Government cash worth over £2,200
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (667+ words) Child Trust Funds worth an average of "2242 are waiting for more than 14,500 young people aged 24 and under in Scotland. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging young people in Scotland who have yet to claim their Child Trust Fund to…...
Low income households could be due extra money or Council Tax discounts
1+ week, 2+ day ago (811+ words) People working full-time may also be able to pause Council Tax payments to ease money worries this winter. The latest report from Policy in Practice suggests over 7 million households are missing out on "24 billion in unclaimed benefits, including Universal Credit,…...
RAC warns all drivers to stop using windscreen wipers in winter for one reason
1+ week, 5+ day ago (530+ words) The RAC has shared its essential winter driving advice Throughout the long and dark winter, drivers have to consider a number of factors when on the road, as harsh weather can impact cars far more substantially than most people release....
New Nationwide benefits checker helps people unlock an average of £560 per month
1+ week, 5+ day ago (307+ words) Over 11,000 households have already discovered they were entitled to "75m in unclaimed payments. Nationwide has helped discover "75 million a year in unclaimed benefits through a free eligibility calculator it launched just seven months ago. The "Better Off" calculator, the first to…...
Pensioners urged to claim cash payment of up to £305 to help cover energy bills
1+ week, 6+ day ago (373+ words) The application window for Pension Age Winter Heating Payment will close on March 31, 2026. Social Security Scotland is encouraging older people who have chosen to defer claiming their State Pension to make a claim for the 2025/26 Pension Age Winter Heating Payment…...
'Sleek' Home Bargains £15 storage table looks 'just like' B&Q £33 one
2+ week, 2+ day ago (331+ words) The discount store is offering the 'lookalike' table for a lower price Home Bargains has refreshed its homeware collection with a furniture item that bears a striking resemblance to a pricier alternative at B&Q. The discount retailer remains a go-to…...