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Benefits when you’ve lost your job
If you’ve just lost your job, you might be wondering what out-of-work benefits you’ll be able to claim. The benefits available depend on how long you were working...
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Child Benefit and the State Pension
Did you know that claiming Child Benefit could mean you get more State Pension? Retirement might be the last thing on your mind when you’re looking after a new...
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Savings accounts for children
With children’s saving accounts, kids learn to manage money – and parents, relatives and friends have a place to save for a child they care about.
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Help managing your money while waiting for your first Universal Credit payment
You’ll usually receive your first Universal Credit payment around five weeks after you apply. After that, payments are made monthly, or twice a month in Scotland...
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How to claim Child Benefit
Claiming Child Benefit can give a big boost to your family budget. If you’ve just had a baby, make sure you claim before they’re three months old. Even if you...
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Savings
Saving money – whether for a rainy day or a special treat – is often easier said than done. If that sounds like you, check out this section.
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Benefit sanctions and what to do about them
It’s important to know what to do if your benefits have been stopped or cut due to a penalty known as a benefit sanction. This guide shows how to manage if your...
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What the Autumn Statement means for you
Jeremy Hunt made his 2023 Autumn Statement this afternoon, sharing the government’s plans for taxes, benefits, pensions and more. Our blog explains what these...
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What are Budgeting Advances and Budgeting Loans?
If you need to borrow money for essential costs and get certain benefits, you could apply for an interest-free Budgeting Advance or Budgeting Loan from the government. ...