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DWP PIP claimants could be due up to £11,000 in back payments due to rule change
DWP
A number of people have reported receiving backdated PIP payments of between £5,000 and £11,000 - check if you qualify
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List of DWP and HMRC benefits including Universal Credit that will be paid early in August
Universal Credit
Due to the Bank Holiday in August, benefit claimants will receive their payments on a different date
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DWP benefits people can no longer claim after reaching State Pension age - full list
DWP
You will not be able to make a new claim for certain benefits, however some will continue and there will be new ones you may qualify for
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AMC, IFA, AER and CCJ among 10 finance terms people don't understand
Cost Of Living
A new series aims to explain financial jargon
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DWP ends benefits for thousands in major Universal Credit overhaul
Universal Credit
Individuals on old-style benefits are being given three months to make the move to Universal Credit in the DWP's managed migration or their existing payments are terminated.
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The cost of running things under new Ofgem price cap - from air fryers to fans
Energy
The average household energy bill has fallen by 7% as of Monday
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Households urged to send meter readings this week as energy price cap drops
Energy
The average household energy bill has fallen by 7% as of Monday, July 1, but those who fail to send meter readings could end up overpaying
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Millions of DWP Universal Credit claimants to have bank statements checked - here's why
Universal Credit
The DWP says it has already reviewed thousands of benefit claims this year and found irregularities in around a quarter of them
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Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert urges parents not to miss out on cheap school uniform deal
Asda
The MSE website has issued a warning to parents who are looking to save money on their children's school uniform this September
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British Gas, Octopus and other energy customers are urged not to use dishwashers and ovens this Sunday
British Gas
Customers of OVO, British Gas, Octopus Energy and more are being encouraged to avoid using high power appliances such as dishwashers or ovens this Sunday - here's why
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EDF Energy says households could save £50 on energy bills with new offer
Energy Switching
The new tariff from EDF cuts the amount customers pay in standing charges - but it's only available for a short time
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DWP rules on gambling and if your Universal Credit benefit payments will be affected
DWP
It is the claimant's responsibility to tell DWP about a change in their circumstances that would affect their benefits, this includes receiving gambling winnings
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£122 energy bill warning issued to households without smart meters as time running out
Energy
The Energy Price Cap is being lowered from July 1, bringing down average costs for households
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Parents could lose child benefit under lesser-known HMRC eligibility rule, says tax expert
Parenting
A tax expert has clarified the rules of receiving child benefit and highlighted a lesser-known way parents may find themselves ineligible
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Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis says you could get £18,570 savings tax-free - here's how
Martin Lewis
The consumer guru has explained how tax-free savings work and the circumstances in which people can have £18,570 tax-free
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DWP Universal Credit claimants can get five freebies worth thousands of pounds - see if you qualify
Universal Credit
People on low income can take advantage of schemes that can help towards childcare and free school meals - here's the full list
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Expert issues tax warning to unmarried couples living together
Your Money
Cohabiting couples face a very different tax landscape to those who are married - but there are ways to legally reduce the amount you pay, an expert has revealed
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DWP could give you £737 a month if you have common condition that appears at night
DWP
Personal Independence Payments are given to people who have a health condition or disability that affects their day-to-day life
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HMRC begins issuing compensation for Child Benefit delay, confirms Martin Lewis
HMRC
Some parents have been left out of pocket after their regular Child Benefit payment was delayed due to an error, but HMRC has said it is offering compensation
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HMRC could owe you over £3,000 if you complete these simple checks
HMRC
Completing a few simple checks to determine if you are owed money can result in hundreds or even thousands of pounds in your pocket.
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Children's average weekly pocket money rises to almost £10 as parents are hit by inflation
Cost Of Living
The survey, which took place in June, found that 76% of parents give their kids pocket money, with the average weekly sum being £9.33, according to Virgin Money
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Martin Lewis urges householders to take action this week to cut energy bills before Ofgem changes
Martin Lewis
The financial expert says bill payers should check if they can lock in a cheap energy deal before Ofgem price cap changes on July 1
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DWP benefit cap to impact families of 670,000 children in the next five years
Cost Of Living
The two-child limit currently affects two million children, with more affected each year as it applies to those born after April 5, 2017
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Seven money changes coming in July that will affect DWP benefits, energy bills, and shopping
Cost Of Living
The new financial year has brought with it a number of changes that everyone needs to be aware of - but there are still more changes coming in the next month
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Bishop AucklandForensics teams descend on County Durham property after baby's skeleton discovered by contractorsDurham Police has launched an urgent investigation after suspected human remains were discovered.
Man who stabbed to death grandad previously told medics he found knife in his bed, inquest hears
Newcastle upon Tyne
Lee Santos was repeatedly stabbed by Andrew Peacock in Cullercoats, North Tyneside
More than 300,000 North East pensioners to lose winter fuel payments - see how many are in your area
DWP
Well over 300,000 people in the North East are set to lose their
Ian Wright's Match of the Day replacement 'sealed' as ex Newcastle United star
BBC
Ian Wright has left his high profile job as a pundit on long running BBC Saturday night programme Match of the Day
Death notices and funeral announcements in The Chronicle Newcastle last week
Funeral notices
A selection of tributes to people from around the North East who have passed away in the past few weeks
NHSHave your say as GPs threaten to bring NHS to a 'standstill'The British Medical Association (BMA), the union for doctors, is warning that the GP system could go the way of dentistry, where many are struggling to register with a practice or being forced to go private for treatment
Northern Lights hunters look out for stunning 'extremely rare' cloud phenomenon
Weather
Noctilucent clouds have made several appearances in North East skies in recent weeks - here's everything you need to know about the phenomenon
Morrisons giving away free food to UK shoppers in every store this August
Morrisons
Morrisons and Warburtons are teaming up to offer shoppers a free meal this August - and all you need to do is say a three-word phrase when you order to claim the offer
UK tourist dies in Greece as temperatures soar above 40C, sparking travel warnings
Travel Advice
Greek authorities have issued a heatwave warning after a woman died in a beach tragedy on the island of Skiathos, with temperatures set to hit 40C in the hottest part of the year
Healthcare assistants at South Tyneside and Sunderland hospitals set for strike action in pay banding row
South Tyneside & Sunderland
Healthcare assistants at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Trust could be set for strike action.
Newcastle United FC Pre-SeasonUrawa Reds vs Newcastle United LIVE - Updates from Saitama Stadium as Eddie Howe names strong XIFollow all of the live build-up, updates and reaction from Newcastle United's latest pre-season friendly
Forensics teams descend on County Durham property after baby's skeleton discovered by contractors
Bishop Auckland
Durham Police has launched an urgent investigation after suspected human remains were discovered.
'Blockbuster' Newcastle United transfer dream Eddie Howe won't allow to die
Eddie Howe
Newcastle United were linked with one marquee signing after another when the takeover went through but the club have to face reality as Alan Shearer comparison made
Man who stabbed to death grandad previously told medics he found knife in his bed, inquest hears
Newcastle upon Tyne
Lee Santos was repeatedly stabbed by Andrew Peacock in Cullercoats, North Tyneside
More than 300,000 North East pensioners to lose winter fuel payments - see how many are in your area
DWP
Well over 300,000 people in the North East are set to lose their
Newcastle United FCTokyo tour diary: The Newcastle United press conference moment that left Dan Burn in stitchesNewcastle United's Japanese fanbase are out in force in Tokyo and one question caused much uproar from Dan Burn and Eddie Howe
Have your say as GPs threaten to bring NHS to a 'standstill'
NHS
The British Medical Association (BMA), the union for doctors, is warning that the GP system could go the way of dentistry, where many are struggling to register with a practice or being forced to go private for treatment
Northern Lights hunters look out for stunning 'extremely rare' cloud phenomenon
Weather
Noctilucent clouds have made several appearances in North East skies in recent weeks - here's everything you need to know about the phenomenon
Tosin Adarabioyo breaks silence on choosing Chelsea over Newcastle United transfer
Newcastle United FC Transfer News
Newcastle were keen on a move for the defender before he made the move to Chelsea
Morrisons giving away free food to UK shoppers in every store this August
Morrisons
Morrisons and Warburtons are teaming up to offer shoppers a free meal this August - and all you need to do is say a three-word phrase when you order to claim the offer