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Carer’s Allowance could boost payments for Britons of state pension age - explained

To be eligible for Carer’s Allowance a person, and the individual they care for, must meet certain criteria.

When it comes to the person being cared for, they must be i… https://t.co/7qp6sbbQ6Y

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NatWest offers prize draw with a chance to win £10,000 - check eligibility now

NatWest is a popular name on Britain’s high streets, offering a number of savings, credit and debit card options as well as other support such as mortgages. But although the … https://t.co/20RwEuP3k0

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'Cancel that cut to Universal Credit' DWP faces pressure to extend £1,000 boost

This Universal Credit uplift had been due to last a year, having been first announced by the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak in March 2020 in response to the coronav… https://t.co/6wo6C7nebi

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When will furlough scheme end? Major changes implemented in days

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS), commonly known as the furlough scheme, has been one of the Chancellor's flagship financial policies during the UK lockdown. The scheme has allo… https://t.co/ZpN6bMy8e8

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Self-employed grant: What date will SEISS grant five open for applications?

The Government guidance for SEISS states claimants can expect further information soon about how to work out how their turnover was affected.

But so far, it has been confirmed … https://t.co/dps8SG4JwR

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PIP: Britons may get up to £608 per month for arthritis or other conditions - check now

PIP, or Personal Independence Payments as they are formally known, can help with some of the added costs which can arise while navigating health challenges. These co… https://t.co/Nz0rrRMr0Z

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NatWest is offering 3% interest rate in leading savings account - are you eligible?

NatWest is a familiar name on Britain’s high streets, but is just one of the many banking providers savers can choose to opt for. What will be key to a large number of i… https://t.co/mNRrXxl2NV

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Universal Credit: You could get £15 internet & phone deal as package launched today

Indeed, phone calls are also likely to be necessary, particularly when helping people into work. 

Other options have been made available by alternative providers, such … https://t.co/F0LSenOUTk

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Self-employment crisis as 'huge discrepancy' between HMRC’s CEST & IR35 noted

HMRC first introduced changes to IR35 back in April 2021, after a year of delays due to the pandemic. IR35 is legislation which is designed to identify contractors and busines… https://t.co/3DzVbXvoyf

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State pension set to rise but nearly 500,000 British pensioners won't get boost

If a person lives outside of these countries, they won't get the yearly increases.

Should the affected person return to live in the UK, then their pension will go up to the… https://t.co/N8KKPWISTz

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State pension age: Britons urged to claim extra £64 per week as pensioners face 'poverty'

State Pension age Britons will have to navigate numerous costs in later life, which can quickly rack up. With many struggling with finances in later life, there co… https://t.co/5N0VER0igP

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SEISS delay: When is grant five available? Key HMRC update delayed

MoneySavingExpert founder Martin Lewis also confirmed on Facebook that further information on SEISS grant five has been delayed.

He wrote: “CONFIRMED: The detailed info on the SEISS 5, … https://t.co/UgbRLF1D8f

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Savers mostly 'in the dark' about when they can retire - how to get your pension on track

Thanks to auto-enrolment, many people will rarely think about the regular pension contributions they make. However, new research has highlighted just how many peop… https://t.co/DIG9SIQt3D

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Council Tax arrears soar at 'worrying rate' amid concerns over missed payment rule

This outstanding amount of £4.4billion is a cumulative figure, and includes Council Tax arrears that may stretch back a number of years. It marked an increase of £841mill… https://t.co/69HE71xUor

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TV Licence to be ‘reconsidered’ as Britons call for referendum on future of payment

“We have been clear ahead of the next Charter we will undertake a detailed look at the Licence Fee model itself, and introduce any necessary reforms.

“In addition, the … https://t.co/O2mVN7W5sD

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Inheritance Tax: Britons warned 'don’t leave it too late' when it comes to gifting

Inheritance tax is set at 40 percent and is made payable on the value of an estate above a certain threshold - usually £325,000. Many people loathe the idea of paying Inh… https://t.co/fKKuc4CThI

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What benefits can you claim when you have a baby? Four schemes you could be eligible for

The costs of having a child are huge but if you are on a low income there are Government schemes to help you out financially. Here are the four types of benefit you… https://t.co/t5yz4WJEeU

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Britons on a low income could get a bank account bonus of £1,200 tax-free - check now

Universal Credit and Working Tax Credit recipients are usually on a low income, but working to make ends meet. It is often a challenge for people to put money aside wi… https://t.co/hECflu7saH

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NS&I: What happens to Premium Bonds when you die? How Britons can receive money

This means they could still win prizes, but understandably, individuals will want to know what happens if this is the case.

Once NS&I has been informed of a person’s death,… https://t.co/zafkKxXIp4

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'Completely two-faced' - Outrage as British pensioners miss out on state pension boost

That's not to say everyone will end up receiving the increased amount, however. Some people who retire abroad may find they are not able to receive the uprated state … https://t.co/WSx7653Szr