DWP: Five Groups Get New Cost of Living Payments
The DWP has confirmed five specific groups eligible for new, targeted financial support to help with the ongoing cost of living crisis. Find out if you qualify.
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Amex Unveils New UK Platinum Card With Huge Perks
Exclusive: American Express launches a revamped Platinum Card in the UK, featuring enhanced travel perks, superior lounge access, and a lucrative rewards programme designed for the elite traveller.
EU Enforces Strict Brexit Food Import Rules on UK
Post-Brexit trade tensions escalate as the EU confirms UK food imports will be subject to full third-country checks, rejecting British pleas for a youth mobility concession. Discover how this impacts prices, supply chains, and the future of UK-EU relation
Doctor's 3 Life-Saving Health Checks You Can Do At Home
An NHS doctor reveals three critical health checks you can do at home in minutes to spot early signs of major illnesses like cancer and heart disease.
NHS Introduces Mandatory 'Mid-Life MOT' Health Checks for Over-40s
The NHS is set to introduce comprehensive 'mid-life MOT' health assessments for adults in their 40s and 50s to tackle preventable diseases and ease pressure on GPs. Learn how this revolutionary approach could transform preventative healthcare.
Rent Payments Can Now Build Your Credit Score
A groundbreaking initiative is allowing millions of Britons to transform their rent payments into a powerful tool for building a positive credit history, opening doors to better mortgage rates and financial products.
TSB Axes All Credit Cards: Key Dates for Customers
TSB Bank announces the complete closure of its credit card operations, impacting all customers. Find out the key dates, reasons behind the decision, and essential steps to protect your finances.
Warren's Bill: Ban Credit Checks for Hiring
US Senator Elizabeth Warren launches a groundbreaking bill to outlaw the use of credit reports in hiring, aiming to break the poverty cycle and create a fairer job market for millions of Americans.
Avoid £2,500 Fine With This Essential Car Check
Millions of UK motorists risk hefty fines and penalty points for neglecting a crucial winter driving check. Experts reveal how to avoid this costly mistake.
NHS Urges Every UK Adult To Perform Vital Health Checks
The NHS launches a critical campaign urging millions to perform five simple health checks at home to ease winter pressure on hospitals and potentially save lives.
DWP: Thousands to Miss £299 Cost of Living Payment
Exclusive: New DWP rules mean thousands on certain benefits will NOT receive the final £299 Cost of Living payment due in February. Check if you're affected and what to do if you're not eligible.
ICE conducts immigration checks at Bad Bunny concert
US immigration officials conducted checks outside a Bad Bunny concert in Washington, sparking outrage and allegations of racial profiling. The incident raises serious questions about enforcement tactics at cultural events.
Racing Chiefs Confront MPs Over Gambling Reform Threat
Leading figures from British horse racing, including Jockey Club chief Nevin Truesdale, confront MPs over dire financial threats posed by proposed gambling affordability checks. The industry warns of a potential £250 million loss and 4,000 job cuts.
Journalist Poses As Criminal, Exposes UK Border Flaws
An undercover investigation exposes critical flaws in the UK's new digital border system, revealing how easily criminals could exploit loopholes to enter the country undetected.
Eurostar Passengers Face Fingerprinting in New EU Border Checks
Eurostar travellers will undergo new biometric border controls from next month, including fingerprinting and facial photographs. Rail bosses promise a 'smooth and seamless' process despite the enhanced EU Entry/Exit System checks.
Free School Meals 2024: Full Eligibility Guide
Millions of families across England are missing out on vital free school meal support. Our definitive 2024 guide breaks down the eligibility rules, how to apply, and why so many children are going hungry despite the cost of living crisis.
4 in 10 Brits Avoid NHS Health Checks - Study Reveals
Shocking new study reveals millions across the UK are skipping vital NHS health checks, with younger generations and men most at risk. Experts warn of serious consequences.
EU Border Chaos: 14-Hour Airport Queues Threaten Summer Holidays
British travellers face potential summer holiday chaos as new EU border checks are set to cause major delays at airports across Europe. The Entry/Exit System (EES) could create queues of up to 14 hours, with experts warning of 'significant disruption' for
British Gas removes customer credit buffer, sparks fury
British Gas faces a storm of criticism after quietly removing a crucial payment buffer for thousands of customers, leaving many struggling to pay their energy bills. Find out if you're affected.
Victoria Overhauls Working With Children Check Laws
Victoria rolls out landmark reforms to its Working With Children Check system, introducing continuous monitoring and stricter enforcement to close critical safeguarding gaps and protect vulnerable minors.
UK Poker Sites Face Major Regulatory Crackdown
Exclusive: The UK gambling landscape is set for its biggest shake-up in years. Discover how new government regulations will impact online poker sites, enforce stricter affordability checks, and what it means for players across the nation.
£23bn Benefits Unclaimed - Millions Missing Out
Shocking new data reveals over 7 million UK households are missing out on vital financial support. Discover which benefits are going unclaimed and how to check your eligibility.
Online Safety Act may boost VPN use for porn access
New regulations under the Online Safety Act may lead adults to use VPNs to bypass age checks on porn sites, raising concerns about privacy and effectiveness.
300,000 Brits missing vital NHS health checks
A shocking NHS report reveals how 300,000 UK residents are missing vital health checks. Discover the simple 14-point test that could prevent devastating consequences.
DWP confirms bank account check date
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the date when it will start checking bank accounts of benefit claimants. Find out how this could affect you.
NHS expands health checks to tackle major diseases
The NHS is expanding its health check and testing services to detect and prevent major illnesses earlier, aiming to save thousands of lives annually.
Mandatory checks for adults working with kids proposed
The UK government is considering a radical new policy requiring all adults in regular contact with children to undergo compulsory background checks in a bid to protect young people from sexual predators.
Universal Credit stopped over £1.50 debt
A man's Universal Credit payments were abruptly stopped due to a tiny £1.50 debt, leaving him in financial turmoil. Discover how the DWP's strict policies are affecting claimants.
Universal Credit claimants may get £5,000 back pay
Thousands of Universal Credit claimants may be owed up to £5,000 due to a DWP error. Find out if you qualify for a backdated payment.
Costco credit card glitch blocks membership payments
Frustrated Costco members report payment failures as a technical glitch blocks credit card transactions for membership renewals. The retail giant is working on a fix.
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