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For those of you who are chocolate lovers, this week's poll is seeking your votes on how you like your confectionary treat... or more specifically, what temperature? Does it taste better a little on the chilled side, or do you prefer a more melty experience with a room temperature choccie? Fridge or cupboard? Or is there…
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You've finally manage to find a date that works for everyone and even picked a venue for dinner. But, you've never been there before? Are you going to have a sneaky peek at their online menu, or do you just turn up on the night and take it from there?
Hi! I have a First Direct Regular saver that will mature in January, currently just under £3k in it. I've not switched current accounts for ages so looking at switching to Club Lloyds, but do I need to wait until the regular saver matures? If I switch before would it close the savings account or am I still eligible on the…
Im thinking of early retirement 2026. Also thinking of giving up a little bit of my pension for slightly higher lump sum. I know the modeller figures are not 100% accurate.. but does anyone know how close they might be. Im thinking of basing my decision on what the modeller is showing for age 64 but working further 6…
Afternoon all, in a bit of a panic. We had a rent increase late 2023, and I tried to upload proof to UC - only some texts between me and the landlord, I have nothing else, as we’re on good terms. Fast forward to today, and i just happened to look at my statement more in depth, and its got my old rent amount on it. Looked…
Purchased a car in 2008 on finance via the dealer with GE Money, I have all the paperwork etc. GE Money were brought out/Taken over by I think Santander, can I still register a claim? If i can who with what is left of GE Money? or whoever brought that part of the business, in which case can any one confirm who it would be…
For the past 2 years I have received Pension Credit Guarantee Credit and the appropriate amount was £201.05 plus £76.40 severely disabled allowance,but if I enter the new current amounts in a benefit calculator it says I am not entitled to pension Credit,why would that be ?
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Does it taste better a little on the chilled side, or do you prefer a more melty experience with a room temperature choccie? Fridge or cupboard?
The State Pension is set to go up by 4.8% from April 2026 under what's known as the 'triple lock' guarantee – though the exact monetary increase you'll get depends on which version of the State Pension you receive.
Banks must offer people the tools they need to manage their money in safer ways – and this needs to be overseen by the Government.
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