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IFS: Ditch the triple lock and promise never to means-test the state pension
As part of a blueprint to make us richer in retirement, the Institute for Fiscal Studies is urging the government to reform the state pension and hike pension contributions for high earners
By Ruth Emery Published
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Pension saver boosts retirement pot after worrying forecast
CASE STUDY A saver shares how he transformed his pension pot after realising how little he had set aside for retirement.
By Samantha Partington Published
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What to do with old £20 notes – how to exchange old notes and coins
We explain what to do with old £20 and £50 notes as they are no longer legal tender in the UK — plus where you can exchange them for new polymer banknotes
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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Millions of Premium Bonds prizes are still unclaimed. Could some be yours?
Millions of pounds sit in unclaimed Premium Bonds prizes. Could you have unknowingly won a prize in the Premium Bonds draw? Here's how to find out.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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How to gift Premium Bonds
Could Premium Bonds be the gift that keeps on giving? We look at how to buy them for a child.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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How to check for Premium Bonds
NS&I’s Premium Bonds prize draw makes two people millionaires overnight every month. It's worth knowing how to check to see if you’ve won any cash this time
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Company directors face new ID checks – how to avoid paying hundreds on verification
Company directors could end up paying hundreds of pounds to comply with new identity checks but it is possible to comply without paying a penny
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Will gas and electricity bills fall? 2025 energy price forecast
UK energy prices dropped by 7% on 1 July after the latest price cap came into effect, reducing bills for those on a variable rate tariff. Will bills rise or fall in the Autumn?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Government launches full review of parental leave and pay – what could it mean for you?
The government wants parental leave to be fairer - will its shake-up fix the widespread problem for families?
By Laura Miller Published