60% of Brits lose track of pension pots, research finds
New research reveals only two in five UK adults know where all their private and workplace pensions are held, leaving 60% at risk of missing out on unclaimed retirement savings.
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Kerridge and Blumenthal join hospitality VAT cut plea
Celebrity chefs Tom Kerridge and Heston Blumenthal join over 800 hospitality firms urging PM Andy Burnham to halve VAT to 10%, warning of accelerating closures and job losses.
DWP October merger of Jobcentre Plus and careers service on track
DWP will merge Jobcentre Plus with the National Careers Service by October 1, 2026, to improve job support for disabled people, with a pilot already running in the North East.
Tesco launches 50% off deal on tea, chocolate and treats
Tesco's new 50% off promotion on Uber Eats cuts PG Tips tea to £2.18 and Lindt chocolate to £2.33, running from September 14 to 20.
John Healey pledges Budget boost for White Van Man - 'they have had it tough'
Chancellor John Healey has pledged to prioritise the UK's self-employed sector in his Autumn Budget, promising to boost earnings, cut red tape and reduce high overhead costs for workers.
Martin Lewis: 18-24s could be owed £1,000 in Child Trust Funds
Hundreds of thousands of young people could be owed money from unclaimed Child Trust Funds, with over 750,000 accounts still waiting to be collected as of April 2026.
HMRC confirms £2,000 Tax-Free Childcare boost for parents
HMRC confirms working parents earning under £100,000 may get up to £2,000 per child via Tax-Free Childcare, with £4,000 for disabled children.
Over 2 Million Sweets Recalled in US Over Choking Hazard
Over two million Ricky Joy sour candy bottles sold since January 2023 are recalled in the US because the rolling ball can detach, posing a choking hazard that could lead to serious injury or death.
Rail ticket acceptance scheme expanded to 17 operators from Sept 20
From Sunday September 20, passengers whose trains are cancelled can use other operators' services free of charge, with the scheme expanding to include Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry and GWR.
Temporary driving bans near Everton stadium from September 2026
Liverpool City Council will impose temporary driving bans and parking restrictions on roads near Hill Dickinson Stadium for events from 26 September 2026 to 30 June 2027.
Trump childhood home sells for $1.93m after mould and cats
Donald Trump's childhood home in Queens sold for $1.93 million after a renovation that fixed mould damage and a feral cat infestation.
Historic 195-year-old department store closes branch forever
Harvey Nichols closed its Dublin branch at Dundrum Town Centre on September 13 after plunging into liquidation, with over 30 employees likely to lose their jobs.
Stockport SK1 named UK property hotspot with 24.4% surge
Stockport's SK1 postcode saw house prices rise 24.4% in a year, the UK's latest property hotspot, with average homes now £234,415.
Shoppers ditch iron for 'convenient' crease-removing gadget
The Olaymey Handheld Clothes Steamer is down to £19.99 on Amazon, offering a compact, portable alternative to a traditional iron for removing creases on the go.
M&S £20 Pleated Trousers: Shoppers Beg for More Colours
Marks and Spencer's Pleated Wide Leg Trousers, priced at £20, earn rave reviews for their fit and quality, with shoppers requesting more colour options.
Trump's childhood home sells for nearly $2m after renovation
Donald Trump's childhood home in New York City sold for $1.93 million after a renovation, transforming the mould-ridden, cat-infested property into a modern residence.
Heated clothes airer drops to £29 in deal stack at Argos
The Minky Sure Dri Heat Pod Pro is reduced from £60 to £45 at Argos, and new TopCashback members can get it for £29.59 after cashback.
State Pension to exceed £12,570 tax threshold from April 2027
Full New State Pension could rise above the £12,570 Personal Allowance in 2027/28 if earnings growth of 4.1% drives the Triple Lock, reaching £13,062.40 a year.
Historic Bamburgh holiday let with direct beach access praised
The Boat House, a former lifeboat house in Bamburgh with direct access to the beach, is praised by guests as a 'special' holiday let.
Sunseeker Holiday Homes collapses into administration with £2m debt
Sunseeker Holiday Homes has ceased trading and entered administration, owing £1.97m to creditors, with around 80 jobs lost. The Hull-based manufacturer appointed an administrator on September 7.
Life in Wirral Waters' new Millers Quay homes on Birkenhead docks
Residents of the £130m Millers Quay development on Birkenhead docks praise the community and views, while noting a lack of amenities.
M&S grapes beat Aldi and Sainsbury's on quality, shopper says
A shopper who buys groceries at Aldi and Sainsbury's says M&S sells better grapes, citing freshness, size and taste despite a slightly higher price.
M&S Harry Potter Hogwarts Decoration: Fans Rush for Spellbinding Item
M&S sells the Light Up Harry Potter Hogwarts Decoration for £15, with a TopCashback deal offering it free. The battery-powered, 17cm decoration features warm glow lights.
Mary Gaudron, first female high court judge, dies at 83
Mary Gaudron, the first woman appointed to Australia's high court, has died at 83. Appointed in 1987, she served until 2003 and shaped landmark rulings including Mabo.
Scratchy towels: Soften them with citric acid, not vinegar
Scratchy towels can be softened by adding one heaped teaspoon of citric acid mixed with 500ml of water to the washing machine's fabric softener drawer, then running a hot wash cycle.
Burnham urged to face down banks, water firms and tech billionaires
TUC chief Paul Nowak will urge Andy Burnham to rewire the economy for all workers, not just the uber rich, and to tax big banks' profits.
Jewellery Lovers Race to Buy £53 Advent Calendar Reduced to £20
Wowcher has cut the Luxury 24-Day Jewellery Advent Calendar from £52.99 to £19.99, a £33 saving, with 24 pieces including rings, bracelets, and necklaces.
DWP pension dashboard could help claim £9,470 lost pots
A new DWP-backed dashboard will let UK workers find lost pension pots, worth £9,470 on average. Up to £31.1 billion may be unclaimed.
Meghan Markle handed sudden victory amid Royal Family tensions
Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand As Ever saw a surge in website traffic following news of the Sussexes' return to the UK, with visits hitting a monthly high.
Martin Lewis: HMRC owes women 'substantial' State Pension sums
Martin Lewis warns thousands of women aged 41-90 may be owed 'substantial sums' by HMRC due to a State Pension National Insurance error, as letters stop.
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