Latest articles by Sam Walker
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NS&I to pay out millions to bereaved families after ‘operational failure’NS&I is expected to reunite tens of thousands of bereaved families with up to £476 million, after an investigation found the government-backed savings bank had lost track of some deceased customers’ money.
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UK inflation live: Inflation remained at 3% in FebruaryThe Office for National Statistics (ONS) released its latest inflation data today (25 March).
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Revealed: the cheapest day to buy car insuranceCar insurance costs are dropping after a huge rise last year. But you could drive them down even further by doing an extra bit of planning. We reveal the cheapest day to buy car insurance
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What is capital gains tax and how does it work?The government rakes in billions of pounds from capital gains tax each year. But how does the tax work, and when do you pay it?
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Who will miss out on the state pension triple lock?Not all pensioners have their state pensions increased each year in line with the triple lock. We explain who misses out
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Ovo Energy, British Gas, Octopus Energy: which are the best and worst energy suppliers?Citizens Advice has ranked 16 energy suppliers for customer service but which one has been crowned the best and which one is the worst?
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£100 contactless card limit lifted – what does it mean for you?Consumers can set their own contactless limits from 19 March 2026 under new rules from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
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What is the state pension triple lock?The UK state pension triple lock is loved by pensioners but hated by economists. What is the triple lock – and what does its future hold?
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MPs launch inquiry into ‘unfair’ student loans – what will be looked at?The Treasury Committee will look at whether repayment terms are reasonable for students amid major discontentment among graduates
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The commuter hotspots offering affordable homes and cheap travel. Is your local area on the list?Savills has compiled a list of commuter hotspots offering cheap train travel and affordable housing
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159 – the three-digit number that could stop you from being scammedWhy 159 is a number everyone should know as it could stop scammers stealing from your bank account. But how does it work and when should you use it?
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The top 10 most expensive streets in the UK revealed - do you live on one?Buying a property on one of the most expensive streets in the UK will set you back by £12million. Where is it and which streets feature in the top 10 most expensive streets in the UK?
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Why you should write a will — and how to do it for freeMost of us haven’t written a will. But it's one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your loved ones
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10 ways to cut your capital gains tax billCapital gains tax can dent your personal finances – but these 10 steps could help you cut your bill
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Nationwide launches two new savings accounts and boosts rates on four ISAs – are they worth it?Nationwide Building Society has updated its savings range but how competitive are the interest rates?
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Private dentistry review launched – how you can cut costsThe private dentistry study comes after the chancellor raised concerns over the cost of private dental care
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One million more pensioners set to pay income tax in 2031 – how to lower your bill
Hundreds of thousands of pensioners will be dragged into paying income tax due to an ongoing freeze to tax bands, forecasts suggest
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Rachel Reeves's Spring Statement – live analysis and commentaryChancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement today (3 March). What was announced?
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Iran conflict: What are your rights if you’ve got travel insurance?US involvement in Iran and the consequent fallout across the Middle East has caused chaos to many people’s travel plans – we reveal your rights if you’re impacted.
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March Premium Bonds jackpot winners revealed – did you win £1 million?Over two million historic Premium Bonds prizes are still waiting to be claimed, according to NS&I
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Do you face ‘double whammy’ inheritance tax blow? How to lessen the impactFrozen tax thresholds and pensions falling within the scope of inheritance tax will drag thousands more estates into losing their residence nil-rate band, analysis suggests
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Could you get cheaper loans under ‘significant’ FCA credit proposals?The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a consultation which could lead to better access to credit for consumers and increase competition across the market, according to experts.
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The northern powerhouse city where first-time buyers are snapping up propertiesFirst-time buyers are “casting their nets” wider to find properties that match their budgets and lifestyles. We look at the top areas for first-time buyers.
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When is the Spring Statement and what's expected in it?The Spring Statement might have less of an impact than the Budget, but the annual fiscal event is still key to understanding what is happening in the UK economy and where it’s headed
