Lydia Amazouz

Lydia Amazouz

Web content writer/ editor with a background in economics.

UK Households Told to ‘Cancel’ TV Licence Following BBC Rule Overhaul

A recent change to BBC TV licence rules could help UK households save money, but many are unaware of the new conditions. Are you affected?

UK Households Told to 'Cancel' TV Licence Following 2020 BBC Rule Overhaul

State Pension Increases Threaten Retirees with Hidden Tax Bills

State pension increases may seem like a win, but many retirees are unknowingly heading into a hidden tax trap as their income rises.

State Pension Increases Threaten Retirees with Hidden Tax Bills

UK Energy Firms To Pay £7m In Compensation For Overcharging Errors

Ten major UK energy firms have been ordered to pay millions in compensation after an investigation revealed serious billing errors affecting thousands of customers.

Hand Holding UK Energy Bill

HMRC Sends £104 Early into UK Bank Accounts – Find Out if You’re Affected!

HMRC is making adjustments to Child Benefit payments this month due to upcoming bank holidays. Some families will receive their payments earlier than usual.

Hand Holding UK Bank Notes (Image: Getty Images)

HMRC to Hit Remote Workers with Surprise Repayments – Are You Affected?

HMRC is tightening its rules on tax relief for remote workers, and those who incorrectly claimed it could face significant repayments.

HMRC Paper Surrounded by Coins and UK Bank Notes Image Credit: George Clerk/Getty Images/iStockphoto

New Motability Scheme Update – What People on Disability Benefits Need to Know

The Motability Scheme has released its latest update, offering new options and adjustments. With rising costs and changes in availability, here's what you need to know.

Disabled Driver (Image Getty ImagesiStockphoto)

Major Change Coming to Schools in England This Week – Parents Urged to Check Letters

A new national school initiative launching this week could help parents across England save hundreds while giving children a stronger start to their school day. Here’s what’s changing—and what to…

UK schools

HMRC Writing to Households Demanding Thousands Over Phantom Savings Interest

Some UK taxpayers have been hit with unexpected demands for thousands from HMRC, prompting concerns over how savings data is being used.

HMRC Letter

Drivers Risk £1,000 Fine for Misplacing This Common Car Accessory

You might think everything in your car is exactly where it should be—but one common mistake could land you with a fine of up to £1,000. Here’s what UK drivers…

Young Man With Short Dark Hair And A Slight Beard, Smiling In The Driver's Seat

Major NHS Pension Updates Roll Out in April Affecting Pay and Leave Rules

New changes to the NHS Pension Scheme are now in place, with updates to contribution calculations and overtime rules. Here's what NHS employees need to know—and how it could affect…

Close Up Sign For The Nhs In The Uk

HGV Drivers Face Stricter Regulations as New Rule Changes Take Effect

Major changes to HGV driver regulations are just around the corner. From April 21, international operators must follow new rules that impact rest periods and tachograph data.

HGV

Call for Pensioners to Keep Working as Global Debt and Ageing Populations Threaten Growth

A new IMF report is calling on governments to rethink retirement, urging older citizens to stay in work longer. With health improvements and economic pressures mounting, the age of leisurely…

Pensioners

Eligible Britons Can Boost Their Personal Tax Allowance to £15,700 – Here’s How

You could increase your tax-free personal allowance to £15,700, allowing you to earn more without being taxed on it. Find out how this simple adjustment could benefit you and boost…

A Person Signing Personal Tax Allowance Documents at a desk with a calculator and Wooden Blocks Spelling "TAX"

New Drivers Could Face Stricter Rules, Including a 50-Mile Travel Limit

As new research shows widespread support for stricter driving rules, young drivers may face more limitations, including night-time curfews and travel restrictions.

Hands on a Steering Wheel

New State Pension Age Rise Confirmed for Millions Born in Specific Years

Millions of people born in certain years are set to be affected by an upcoming rise in the State Pension age. Find out what it could mean for your retirement…

Elderly Couple Reading A State Pension Age Notice

Households Told to Act Fast to Reclaim Thousands in Lost State Pension Payments

The DWP has ended its review into state pension underpayments, but families may still reclaim lost money—if they act quickly and provide the right evidence. Here's what to know, and…

DWP State Pension

DWP Issues Exact Savings Threshold That Could Trigger Benefit Deductions

The DWP has issued a clear warning for benefit claimants: savings over a certain amount could now trigger benefit cuts or account checks.

DWP’s New Bank Account

Pensioners Over 60 Could Be Missing Out on These Major Benefits – Are You One of Them?

If you're over 60 or already claiming your State Pension, there are several free benefits available that you may not be fully utilizing.

Pensioners

Nationwide, Lloyds, NatWest, and Santander Customers Could Unlock £250 – Here’s How

A simple change could unlock £250 in extra savings for customers of Nationwide, Lloyds, NatWest, and Santander. Many are missing out and experts are urging account holders to take action…

Nationwide, Lloyds, Natwest

DWP Confirms One Group Will Be Spared from Controversial PIP Reforms

As concerns grow over upcoming PIP reforms, the DWP has confirmed that one group of claimants will be exempt from the stricter eligibility rules.

PIP dependent woman

State Pensioners Set for Early £921 DWP Payment If They Have This Two-Digit Code

Pensioners across the UK are set to receive £921 early this month—if they have the right two-digit code on their National Insurance number.

State Pensioner Holding A Handful Of British Bank Notes.

HMRC Sending Out Brown Envelopes with Surprise £689 Refunds

HMRC’s brown envelopes are landing on doormats, and some may contain an unexpected £689 refund. But others could bring less welcome news. Here’s why these letters matter—and what you should…

HMRC Letter

New Testing Proposals See Drivers Over 70 Opt Out of Licence Renewals

Drivers over 70 are giving up their licences amid talk of mandatory medical and driving tests. As new proposals gain traction, concerns about ageing, safety, and independence are at the…

Old Man In A Car With Hands On Steering Wheel

Nationwide Pays Out £100 Bonus to Eligible Customers – Here’s Who Qualifies

Nationwide is rewarding millions of customers with a £100 bonus this month through a double payout scheme. Wondering if you qualify? Here’s what you need to know about the eligibility…

A Branch Of Nationwide Building Society

HMRC Offers Last Chance for Those Who Missed Out on Full State Pension Due to Computer Glitch

HMRC is offering a final chance to those who missed the opportunity to top up their National Insurance contributions for the full State Pension due to a computer error.

State Pensioners

Bank of England Issues Urgent Update for Mortgage Holders Amid Financial Pressures

The Bank of England has issued a fresh warning to millions of households around the UK with a mortgage. The Bank of England has issued a fresh warning to millions…

Bank Of England

WHSmith Shuts 10 Stores in Major Shake-Up – Full List and Closure Dates Revealed

WHSmith is closing 10 high street stores as part of a major strategic shift, marking a significant retreat from the traditional retail landscape.

WHSmith Store

Morrisons to Close 17 Locations: Full List of Affected Stores and Dates

Morrisons has confirmed it will close 17 stores, including several Morrisons Daily locations, starting April 16. Find out which stores are affected and when they will close.

Morrisons

Iconic Shoe Store Shuts Down After Decades of Service Amid Soaring Costs

After 60 years of operation, A.G. Meek is closing its Gloucester branch due to rising costs in National Insurance and business rates.

Shoe Store

Asda Announces Major 24-Hour Closure Across 1,100 UK Locations

As Easter Sunday approaches, Asda has announced it will close all 1,100 stores across the UK for 24 hours. This closure is in line with UK trading laws, with stores…

Asda

HMRC Warning for People with £3,500 in Savings

HMRC has issued a warning that those with £3,500 or more in savings could face a tax bill due to interest exceeding the Personal Savings Allowance.

HMRC Letter

Major Changes to PIP and Universal Credit Announced: Key Dates for Cuts Revealed

The Government's proposed changes to PIP and Universal Credit will significantly affect millions of disability benefit claimants.

Elderly Drivers Urged to Adopt New Technology or Risk Losing Independence on the Road

Older drivers are being urged to embrace navigation technology to avoid dangerous driving. Without it, they risk losing their independence on the road and increasing their chances of accidents.

Older Driver

Tesco Tests Major Change at Checkouts, What’s New for Shoppers?

Tesco is testing an exciting new trial aimed at transforming the checkout process. This innovative move could drastically change how customers shop.

Tesco

Urgent Recall: Chocolate Easter Eggs Pulled Over Metal Fragment Fears

An urgent recall has been issued for Easter eggs due to fears of metal contamination. Customers are advised to check the lot codes of affected products and return them to…

Easter eggs

Keir Starmer Makes Bold Statement on Future of State Pension Triple Lock

With pension payments set to rise significantly, Keir Starmer has stepped forward to vigorously defend the state pension triple lock, amid growing concerns about its long-term sustainability.

Keir Starmer

Schools in England Set for Major Curriculum Overhaul—What’s Coming Next?

Schools in England are about to undergo significant changes, with new updates to the curriculum aimed at preparing students for the challenges of the future.

UK schools

State Pensioners to Receive £230 Boost as Weekly Payments Rise

State pensioners are set to receive a £230 boost in their weekly payments starting April 6, 2025. The 4.1% increase is part of the government’s annual uprating of pensions.

State Pensioner Holding A Handful Of British Bank Notes.

£13,830 Tax-Free Personal Allowance Confirmed—How to Claim Backdated Benefits

Households could unlock up to £1,258 in tax rebates with the Marriage Allowance scheme, which raises the tax-free personal allowance to £13,830.

A Person Signing Personal Tax Allowance Documents at a desk with a calculator and Wooden Blocks Spelling "TAX"

Chancellor Confirms Plans to Reform Cash ISAs as Savers Rush to Max Out Allowance

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed that reforms to cash ISAs are under consideration, sparking concern over the future of the £20,000 annual allowance.

Rachel Reeves

Chancellor Under Fire After Suggesting PIP Reforms Aim to Push Disabled People Into Work

New remarks by the chancellor about future PIP assessments have sparked concern among disability advocates—raising serious questions about what's really behind the planned changes.

PIP Claimant in a Wheelchair

HMRC Demands £75 a Week from State Pensioners to Repay Tax Credit Overpayments

State pensioners are being asked to repay decades-old tax credit overpayments, with some facing £75 weekly deductions—raising fresh concerns about fairness and financial pressure in retirement.

Four PIP Claimant Groups Most Likely to Get Ongoing £749 Monthly Awards

New figures reveal which PIP claimants are most likely to receive ongoing payments worth up to £749 a month—some with reduced reviews and long-term support.

Stacked £1 Coins on a Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Paper

New £200 Cost of Living Payments Arrive in April—Here’s How You Can Apply

New £200 cost of living payments are now available to help with essentials—find out how to apply and who qualifies.

A Document From The Gov.uk Website Titled Guidance Cost Of Living Payment With Some British Coins

Free Bus Pass for Over-60s Gains Momentum as DfT Issues Update

A new DfT update has put free bus passes for over-60s back in the spotlight—prompting fresh questions about how soon local changes could happen.

Free Bus Pass for Over-60s Gains Momentum as DfT Issues Update

Drivers Warned as New Motorway Speed Limits Officially Enforced

Drivers across the UK are being warned about a major speed limit change now in effect—missing the update could have serious consequences behind the wheel.

A photo of a multi lane highway UK Drivers

New UK Entry Rule Now in Effect for EU Travellers — Here’s What You Need to Know

A major change has just come into force for EU travellers heading to the UK—one that could catch many off guard if they haven’t prepared in advance.

People At Heathrow Airport Waiting For Arrivals

HMRC Warning as Millions of Pensioners Near Tax Threshold After April Rise

A key change this April could see millions of pensioners unexpectedly pulled into HMRC’s tax net—raising fresh concerns about retirement income and financial planning.

HMRC

Millions of Energy Customers Face £111 Bill Rise as Ofgem Price Cap Kicks In

A major change this April will see energy customers across the UK hit with higher bills—prompting fresh concerns over rising household costs.

A Close Up Of An Older Woman's Hands As She Reviews Her Energy Bill.

DWP Names Benefits First in Line for Bank Checks and Eligibility Reviews

Major changes are on the horizon for benefit claimants as the government prepares to roll out a new strategy aimed at tightening controls and reviewing key entitlements.

DWP Changes
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