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Santander will close a handful of its branches across the UK this week

All the Santander bank branches that will close across the UK this week

If you do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer you could be eligible for a £174.50

If you do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer you could be eligible for a £174.50

UK households could be owed £175 TV Licence refund - are you eligible?

Santander has announced a shake-up for banking and corporate customers.

Santander has announced a shake-up for banking and corporate customers.

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Santander announces big change with millions of customers set to benefit

Child Benefit changes could be on the cards as Martin Lewis mentioned in a Newsnight appearance, in which he shared that Rachel Reeves had sent hm a WhatsApp message following the winter fuel payment u-turn.

Child Benefit changes could be on the cards as Martin Lewis mentioned in a Newsnight appearance, in which he shared that Rachel Reeves had sent hm a WhatsApp message following the winter fuel payment u-turn.

Child Benefit changes on cards after Martin Lewis' WhatsApp from Rachel Reeves

Martin Lewis has cleared up some confusing tax rules for viewers

Martin Lewis has cleared up some confusing tax rules for viewers

Martin Lewis shares key HMRC tax updates after viewers' confusion

HMRC has given out millions in Tax-Free Childcare but many are still missing out - here's how to apply

HMRC has given out millions in Tax-Free Childcare but many are still missing out - here's how to apply

HMRC gives out £632 million to working families - here's how to apply

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has confirmed DWP Winter Fuel Payments will return for three quarters of pensioners

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has confirmed DWP Winter Fuel Payments will return for three quarters of pensioners

DWP Winter Fuel Payments will return for three quarters of pensioners

Nationwide is making the offer to certain customers

Nationwide is making the offer to certain customers

Nationwide Building Society

Nationwide confirms that certain customers will receive a free £200

Eastleigh MP hails free school meals pledge for families on Universal Credit

Eastleigh MP hails free school meals pledge for families on Universal Credit

MP welcomes free school meals for all children in poverty

Hampshire and IoW winners from June 2025's Premium Bonds draw picked up more than £2.3million

Hampshire and IoW winners from June 2025's Premium Bonds draw picked up more than £2.3million

The Hampshire winners who picked up prizes in this month's Premium Bonds draw

A number of Hampshire postcodes scooped prizes during the Postcode Lottery last month

A number of Hampshire postcodes scooped prizes during the Postcode Lottery last month

Postcode Lottery

The Hampshire postcodes that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery last month

Sarah Cardy, CEO of Age UK Southampton

Sarah Cardy, CEO of Age UK Southampton

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Charity 'glad someone has listened' as PM makes U-turn on winter fuel payments

Sir Keir Starmer has said the Government wants to make more pensioners eligible for winter fuel payments.

Sir Keir Starmer has said the Government wants to make more pensioners eligible for winter fuel payments.

Winter Fuel Payment

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Winter fuel payments may return for many pensioners after Starmer speech

The best value supermarket lunch deals ranked, and how to save £5.30 by choosing wisely

The best value supermarket lunch deals ranked, and how to save £5.30 by choosing wisely

The best value supermarket lunch deals ranked - from cheapest to most expensive

Sophie (left) and Luna Leonard at the protest

Sophie (left) and Luna Leonard at the protest

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Protestors say 'patronising' Government cuts could push people into poverty

Hampshire and IoW winners from May 2025's Premium Bonds draw picked up more than £1.2million

Hampshire and IoW winners from May 2025's Premium Bonds draw picked up more than £1.2million

The Hampshire winners who picked up prizes in this month's Premium Bonds draw

A number of Hampshire postcodes scooped prizes during the Postcode Lottery last month

A number of Hampshire postcodes scooped prizes during the Postcode Lottery last month

Postcode Lottery

The Hampshire postcodes that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery last month

All the DWP pension changes to payments for May 2025

All the DWP pension changes to payments for May 2025

Department for Work and Pensions

All the DWP pension changes to payments for May 2025

A new Universal Credit change places a limit on how much people in debt can have taken off their benefits to pay what they owe.

A new Universal Credit change places a limit on how much people in debt can have taken off their benefits to pay what they owe.

Universal Credit

Universal Credit change brings £420 boost to over a million households

Duncan Swift, partner at Azets, warns that the government's VAT imposition on private schools could lead to chaos this summer as the full impact becomes clear

Duncan Swift, partner at Azets, warns that the government's VAT imposition on private schools could lead to chaos this summer as the full impact becomes clear

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Expert warns of potential 'carnage' in private school sector

Martin Lewis has highlighted an issue with the Plan 5 student loan repayment threshold and the minimum wage increase

Martin Lewis has highlighted an issue with the Plan 5 student loan repayment threshold and the minimum wage increase

Martin Lewis highlights key Student Loan issue for millions of workers

If carers are found to go over this limit by just a few pence, they need to pay back 100% of the benefit for that week

If carers are found to go over this limit by just a few pence, they need to pay back 100% of the benefit for that week

DWP sending letters 'demanding £20,000 be repaid' from certain benefit claimants

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves says growth figures are an encouraging sign

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves says growth figures are an encouraging sign

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UK economy grows by 0.5% in surprise boost for Labour

A number of Hampshire postcodes scooped prizes during the Postcode Lottery last month

A number of Hampshire postcodes scooped prizes during the Postcode Lottery last month

People's Postcode Lottery

The Hampshire postcodes that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery last month

Hampshire and IoW winners from April 2025's Premium Bonds draw picked up more than £1million

Hampshire and IoW winners from April 2025's Premium Bonds draw picked up more than £1million

The Hampshire winners who picked up prizes in this month's Premium Bonds draw

The new State Pension rates start being paid next week - here's the confirmed amounts

The new State Pension rates start being paid next week - here's the confirmed amounts

DWP State Pension to increase next week - full amounts and dates confirmed

Child Benefit is going up next week for millions of families

Child Benefit is going up next week for millions of families

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HMRC Child Benefit increase next week confirmed for millions of families

Santander to shut 95 bank branches this year - see the full list

Santander to shut 95 bank branches this year - see the full list

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Two Santander branches in Hampshire to shut among plans to put 750 jobs at risk

To understand the UK housing crisis, we need to look back at the history of housing in the UK.

To understand the UK housing crisis, we need to look back at the history of housing in the UK.

Personal Finance

Watch: The UK housing crisis explained - everything you need to know

Personal Finance

Martin Lewis explains if it's better to leave the heating on all day or not

Child Benefit will change in April 2025

Child Benefit will change in April 2025

Child Benefit changes could alter payments for millions next month

The council has partnered with Southern Water

The council has partnered with Southern Water

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New Forest Council team up with Southern Water to offer water bill discount

Many divorcing couples forget about their pension pots when dividing their assets, with some missing out on up to £80,000

Many divorcing couples forget about their pension pots when dividing their assets, with some missing out on up to £80,000

Warning for anyone getting divorced - don't miss out on key £80,000 payout

The National Living Wage will increase to £12.21 per hour, while the new National Minimum Wage will be set at £10.00 per hour

The National Living Wage will increase to £12.21 per hour, while the new National Minimum Wage will be set at £10.00 per hour

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Millions set for £1,400 pay rise next month

A number of Hampshire postcodes scooped prizes during the Postcode Lottery last month

A number of Hampshire postcodes scooped prizes during the Postcode Lottery last month

Postcode Lottery

The Hampshire postcodes that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery last month

A Lifetime ISA or LISA can be used for property or retirement

A Lifetime ISA or LISA can be used for property or retirement

Cost of living crisis

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Everyone under 40 urged to 'act now' to not miss out on £11,000 in free cash

Providers who have joined the Ofcom automatic compensation scheme include BT, EE, Plusnet, Sky and Virgin Media

Providers who have joined the Ofcom automatic compensation scheme include BT, EE, Plusnet, Sky and Virgin Media

Personal Finance

Millions could be owed compensation for broadband issues last year

Hampshire and IoW winners from March 2025's Premium Bonds draw picked up more than £2million

Hampshire and IoW winners from March 2025's Premium Bonds draw picked up more than £2million

The Hampshire winners who picked up prizes in this month's Premium Bonds draw

Millions of Brits will see their gas and electricity bills rise by more than £100 from April 1 in a ‘serious blow to households’

Millions of Brits will see their gas and electricity bills rise by more than £100 from April 1 in a ‘serious blow to households’

Cost of living crisis

Expert reveals the exact date you should turn your heating off this month

Martin Lewis from Money Saving Expert speaking to an audience about the challenges they are facing as a result of the rising cost of living, at City Hall in London.

Martin Lewis from Money Saving Expert speaking to an audience about the challenges they are facing as a result of the rising cost of living, at City Hall in London.

Martin Lewis shares 'crucial need to know' energy company bill rules

Child Benefit will increase for millions of families next month, April 2025

Child Benefit will increase for millions of families next month, April 2025

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Child Benefit increase next month - the exact new figures from April 2025

Pensioners will see their State Pension payments are set to increase in April, with some receiving a £470 boost.

Pensioners will see their State Pension payments are set to increase in April, with some receiving a £470 boost.

Cost of living crisis

Pension payments to increase next month as new amount confirmed

UK households may be able to avoid the cost increase if you are eligible for a free TV Licence.

UK households may be able to avoid the cost increase if you are eligible for a free TV Licence.

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TV Licence costs to rise again in April - how to claim a refund and get one free

“Rental fraud is an utterly shameful crime

“Rental fraud is an utterly shameful crime

Personal Finance

18-39 year olds issued urgent warning about moving home 'it's shameful'

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DWP slammed for spending 'millions in taxpayer cash' fighting benefit claims

Income tax personal allowance could increase from £12,570 to £20,000 after a petition was signed by more than 130,000 people

Income tax personal allowance could increase from £12,570 to £20,000 after a petition was signed by more than 130,000 people

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HMRC Income tax personal allowance could increase from £12,570 to £20,000

Martin Lewis has shared his tips following the energy price cap increase

Martin Lewis has shared his tips following the energy price cap increase

Energy Price Cap

Martin Lewis shares 'what to do' as energy bills set to increase 6.4 per cent

The dehumidifier - a girl's best friend when it comes to keeping the house warm and dry, and cutting down on energy bills

The dehumidifier - a girl's best friend when it comes to keeping the house warm and dry, and cutting down on energy bills

The only thing you need to get rid of mould, damp and condensation

Martin Lewis has given his advice on loan to value ratios and how to get the most out of your mortgage

Martin Lewis has given his advice on loan to value ratios and how to get the most out of your mortgage

Martin Lewis on the single biggest factor that’ll change your mortgage rate

Key date to be eligible for a Nationwide Fairer Share £100 bonus has been highlighted

Key date to be eligible for a Nationwide Fairer Share £100 bonus has been highlighted

Exact date to qualify for Nationwide Fairer Share bonus

Hampshire and IoW winners from February 2025's Premium Bonds draw picked up more than £2million

Hampshire and IoW winners from February 2025's Premium Bonds draw picked up more than £2million

Personal Finance

The Hampshire winners who picked up prizes in this month's Premium Bonds draw

The new State Pension rates from April 2025 have been voted through by MPs

The new State Pension rates from April 2025 have been voted through by MPs

Department for Work and Pensions

DWP confirms new State Pension weekly and monthly payment rates

A number of Hampshire postcodes scooped prizes during the Postcode Lottery last month

A number of Hampshire postcodes scooped prizes during the Postcode Lottery last month

Personal Finance

The Hampshire postcodes that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery last month

Stamp duty changes come into force in April

Stamp duty changes come into force in April

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The upcoming stamp duty change which could cost homebuyers thousands