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Help regrading backdated pip eligibility
Hi, I'm new to this website so I apologise if the answer is already on here,I place a claim for pip in august of 2019,I have recently just had news via letter that its successful,i was on DLA prior to this pipe have had the same condition for close to 10 years and I have been awarded a different amount for pipe few people…
Personal Tax free amount
I have recently moved jobs and earned more in my previous job. I have been issued with a tax code SK2033 and a tax free amount of negative —£20349... can someone explain this and how much of an effect it will have on my monthly salary thanks
House Buying - When do you pay solicitor
My solicitor gave me a quote for legal fees was based on a lower offer so to be clear I expected the fees to be higher because of that. The day before completion I get an email asking to transfer the money for the house and legal fees including (legal fees were changed from the original quote - no problem) There was no…
Royal Mail intransigence
I'm in self-isolation and need to have mail diverted from my business address (business is closed due to corona virus). Royal Mail insisted this could only be done by collecting a form from a post office or sent by surface mail (which took a week). I was unable to complete this because of the requirements to attach items…
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Harveys sofa reduced in price before delivery
I purchased a sofa from Harveys in-store using my credit card, the sofa was supposed to be delivered yesterday (2/4/2020) however due to the Coronavirus the delivery has been suspended. I have just been on to their website and the sofa has reduced in price by £70, would I be entitled to ask for a refund of the difference,…
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
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All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payments this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
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