Pensioners aged 80+ can get £5,759 extra from DWP
Older state pensioners aged 80 and over can claim up to £5,759 extra per year from the DWP to boost their State Pension with a single claim.
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New number plate rules: £1,000 fine and MOT failure risk
Motorists face a £1,000 fine and MOT failure for breaking new number plate rules launching September 1, with '76' designs arriving. Plates must meet strict specifications.
Woman's Chalk Mess Complaint Backfires on Mumsnet
A woman who called neighbour's children's chalk drawings an 'utter mess' was told to 'get a grip' after Mumsnet users sided against her, with 97% voting her unreasonable.
HMRC to send mansion tax inspectors to UK homes
HMRC will deploy valuation inspectors to UK properties to check if they exceed £2m and face the High Value Council Tax Surcharge, known as the mansion tax.
Haier 11L air fryer cut £130 in £99.99 deal
The Haier I-Master Series 3 Dual Drawer 8-in-1 Air Fryer has been cut from £229.99 to £99.99, saving shoppers £130. Its 11-litre capacity and adaptable dual-zone design make it a standout buy.
Tesco Clubcard customers: £11m vouchers expire August 31
Around £11million in Tesco Clubcard vouchers expire at 11.59pm on August 31. Customers are urged to check accounts and use or exchange vouchers before the deadline.
Food critic's two-word verdict on Britain's best ready meal
Food critic Hannah Evans tasted Aktar at Home's luxury curry feast and gave a two-word verdict. The range won nine Great Taste awards.
Breeins microwave cut to £44.01 with Yimbly code
The Breeins 700W Countertop 20L Microwave Oven with Dual Control Knobs is reduced to £44.01 on Yimbly using code SUMMER10, saving shoppers £34.99.
Power cut wipes out CrossCountry services in Scotland
A power cut at CrossCountry’s control centre has forced the withdrawal of services across almost its entire network, including routes linking Scotland with England, until further notice.
Private pension access age set to rise to 58
The minimum age to access private pension pots could rise to 58 by the late 2030s, following a faster-than-expected increase in the state pension age, experts warn.
Vinted shopper urges sellers to stop spraying clothes with scents
A Vinted shopper has called out sellers who spray clothes with scents, saying items arrived 'damp' and 'needs to be stopped'. Other users agree, citing allergies and mould risks.
NS&I launches fixed savings accounts with rates up to 4.85%
NS&I, the Treasury-backed savings provider, has launched new fixed-rate accounts paying up to 4.85%, with rates on two-, three- and five-year fixes beating other established names, according to MoneySavingExpert.com.
Simba Cotton Percale Bedding Set 25% off in sale
Simba's Cotton Percale Bedding Set is reduced by 25% in the Bank Holiday sale, dropping from £109 to £81.75 for a double size, with seven colours available.
Bananas stay fresh for 5 extra days with 1 clever storage method
Wrap banana stems in cling film to slow ripening and keep them fresh for up to five extra days, a trick shared by life hack experts.
Microwave use costs UK households £15.98 a year
UK households with microwaves could spend nearly £16 a year on the appliance under Ofgem's current price cap, according to Utilita's Power Price List, which estimates £0.09 per use.
Northumberland's Rat Inn loved by TV stars and critics
The Rat Inn in Anwick, Northumberland, is praised by Brenda Blethyn, Michael Palin and critic Giles Coren as a top gastropub and stargazing spot.
B&M's £5 wave shelf rivals Next's £16 version
B&M sells a £5 Wave Wall Shelf resembling Next's £16 Pink Wavy Picture Wall Shelf, offering a cheaper lookalike option for bargain hunters.
8 budget-friendly uni accommodation essentials under £20
A university student shares eight accommodation essentials under £20, from a mini air fryer to a first aid kit, that are genuinely worth buying before moving in.
Dunelm shoppers 'chuffed' with half-price storage footstool
Dunelm's Zoe Pinstripe Fabric Square Storage Footstool is half price, reduced by £99.50, with shoppers praising its storage and style.
Greggs vs Sayers: Why One Thrives While Another Retreats
Sayers is closing 19 shops as costs soar, while Greggs expands to over 2,700 stores. Industry experts blame a 'perfect storm' of pressures on smaller bakeries.
Parents face £15,500 school costs, Nationwide research finds
Parents face over £15,500 in hidden school costs from Reception to GCSEs, with after-school clubs the biggest expense, Nationwide research reveals.
24 suppliers offering £150 Warm Home Discount this winter
24 energy suppliers, including British Gas, EDF and Octopus, will give eligible customers £150 off bills this winter under the Warm Home Discount Scheme.
Britons with £8,099 savings warned as inflation erodes returns
Millions of savers are losing money in real terms as 62 million accounts pay 2.5% or less, below the 2.9% inflation rate, new analysis shows.
Southport's Digz'n Lidz RC cafe opening September 2
Digz'n Lidz, a remote-controlled experience cafe in Southport's former Debenhams building, opens September 2, offering miniature construction vehicles for all ages.
Cross Country trains cancelled after Birmingham power cut
Almost all Cross Country train services are cancelled today after a major power cut in Birmingham city centre affected the operator's control centre, disrupting routes to Edinburgh, Sheffield, Manchester and more.
Travel Expert Names Tinos His Favourite Greek Island
British travel consultant Duncan Greenfield-Turk reveals Tinos, a 30-minute ferry from Mykonos, as his favourite Greek island, praising its marble carving, food scene, and slower pace.
Como bans bicycles after mayor hit by e-bike, calls them 'beasts'
Como's mayor has banned bicycles across the city after being hit by an electric bike, calling the vehicles 'beasts'. The ban starts next month despite backlash and a planned protest.
Reeves' Legacy a Time Bomb for Burnham, Boost for Farage
Rachel Reeves' spending plans leave PM Andy Burnham a fiscal time bomb, potentially boosting Nigel Farage's Reform UK chances.
Debenhams beauty box: 11 items worth £118 for £12.25
Shoppers can get Debenhams' Trending Beauty Edit, featuring 11 items worth £118, for £12.25 (£1.13 each) using a TopCashback sign-up bonus.
Baltic Triangle vintage shop with retro gems you won't find elsewhere
Retro Girl Vintage in Liverpool's Baltic Triangle sells rare comics, film posters, and more. Owners Viv and Neil Mahoney have run the shop for over a decade.
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