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Working-age households predicted to be £400 worse off on average in year ahead

Households face ‘triple hit’ from tax, utility bills, and stagnant benefits Millions…

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Savings protection limit could be increased to £110,000 later this year

Savers in the UK could benefit from an increase in the deposit…

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Price points where April 1 stamp duty changes could hit hardest

Stamp duty changes have officially come into force for home buyers in…

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Charity and banks aim to stop abusive ex-partners using mortgages as a ‘weapon’

A new partnership between major banks and a domestic abuse charity aims…

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How is car tax changing?

Major changes to Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), commonly known as car tax,…

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Government urged to improve response to ‘world-beatingly high’ energy bills

The Government must strengthen its response to future energy price spikes as…

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Cashless society drives drop in children swallowing coins, researchers say

A shift towards a cashless society has led to a decline in…

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FCA boss highlights issue of young people turning to crypto for investments

Nikhil Rathi warns of high risks as increasing numbers of under-35s choose…

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‘Healthy debate’ needed around risks and benefits of drive for growth – FCA boss

Nikhil Rathi stresses the need for open discussion on economic growth, acknowledging…

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Poorer children mixing with wealthier peers can lead to higher earnings

Children from low-income backgrounds who grow up in areas where people of…

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