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independent.co.uk > home-improvement > what-draught-proofing-how-stop-cold-air-b2923676.html

How draught-proofing your home can look stylish and save you money

4+ hour, 37+ min ago  (927+ words) Discover common trouble spots and the discreet fixes that can keep warmth in and bills down The Independent Home Channel is powered by Octopus Energy. Draughts are one of those unassuming villains in the home. Easy to ignore, but costly…...

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independent.co.uk > deals > discount-codes-b2923715.html

How we source our discount codes at The Independent

8+ hour, 15+ min ago  (275+ words) Our deals team reveals how they find the best offers to help you save money When you're shopping online, it's always worth checking whether there's a discount code available so you can pick up products for a fraction of the…...

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independent.co.uk > money > leyton-amazon-apple-b2924161.html

What’s ‘quiet budgeting’ and should you try it?

9+ hour, 36+ min ago  (485+ words) Quiet budgeting is the antithesis of that" Crucially, you know exactly what you have in your account. "That's something that not everybody loves to do," acknowledges Leyton, but, "it's not having that moment at the checkout where you hope for…...

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independent.co.uk > news > business > british-gas-profits-centrica-discounts-b2924176.html

British Gas profits plummet as customers switch to discounted deals

13+ hour, 45+ min ago  (658+ words) Warm weather also lessened the demand for central heating British Gas owner Centrica has reported a near halving of its annual earnings, citing a "challenging" year influenced by unseasonably warm weather. The profit hit was also driven by a significant…...

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independent.co.uk > extras > indybest > fashion-beauty > womens-clothing > high-street-wedding-dresses-b2922765.html

These 5 high street brands have wedding dresses starting from £150

1+ day, 6+ hour ago  (342+ words) Because "the one" doesn"t have to break the bank to be special A UK ceremony will set you back double what it did a decade ago, while the rising popularity of destination weddings has significantly raised prices. Many brides…...

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independent.co.uk > money > best-bank-switch-offers-natwest-nationwide-barclays-santander-b2922872.html

How does NatWest’s £150 bank switch offer stack up against the competition?

1+ day, 9+ hour ago  (945+ words) Banks and building societies will pay you to join them - but make sure you know the terms NatWest is the latest bank to offer up a significant cash bonus for new customers opening a current account, with a "150 pot on…...

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independent.co.uk > deals > abandoned-basket-trick-b2922993.html

This ‘abandoned basket’ trick could get you 30% off at big retailers

1+ day, 11+ hour ago  (381+ words) Don't hit "checkout' before trying this first When you place an item in your online basket and leave it there, you may be sent a reminder from the retailer to checkout. Better yet, sometimes you'll be sent an incentive " a…...

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independent.co.uk > bulletin > news > virgin-media-o2-contracts-price-rise-b2923162.html

UK mobile provider’s earnings dip over falling customers

1+ day, 21+ hour ago  (142+ words) Martin Lewis issues urgent advice to millions affected by O2 price hike SOURCE: Martin Lewis Money Show/ITV UK mobile provider's earnings dip over falling customers - Virgin Media O2 has warned of anticipated declines in sales and earnings for 2026, following significant customer…...

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Martin Lewis issues new ‘money makeover’ advice that can save people thousands

1+ day, 22+ hour ago  (145+ words) Martin Lewis shares two marriage rules that could affect your inheritance tax ITV Martin Lewis issues new "money makeover" advice that can save people thousands - Money expert Martin Lewis advises a 'money makeover' to help households save thousands of pounds…...

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independent.co.uk > news > uk > home-news > martin-lewis-bills-cost-of-living-savings-energy-mobile-b2922838.html

Martin Lewis shares how to save thousands on bills in 2026

2+ day, 12+ min ago  (1045+ words) Households could save thousands in 2026 with just a few quick checks As the high cost of living continues to bite for millions across the UK, many are looking for ways to bring household costs down. Slowing inflation in January means…...