Cost Of Living

Martin Lewis explains how Morrisons shoppers can get free food for kids this weekend

Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis has revealed how parents can get a free bowl of cereal for their children at Morrisons' cafes before Sunday

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DWP to scrap harsh Universal Credit and PIP penalties under new plans

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall has confirmed the DWP will not strip claimants of their benefits if they fail to secure a job after 12 months

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Money expert gives 12 easy changes to life to save £7,000

A few simple lifestyle changes could save eager first-time buyers over £7,000 a year to put towards their house deposit, according to one money expert

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Martin Lewis highlights 9 key areas of 'financial injustice' where people should get more help

The personal finance expert's open letter to Rachel Reeves pinpoints key financial areas that need to be urgently fixed

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Six DWP PIP changes including replacing cash payments included in proposed benefit shake-up

The DWP is working on a new green paper which could see the end of weekly payments to those on PIP

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Martin Lewis fan saves £1,000 after holiday 'rebook' trick - here's how it works

You may be able to save money on your holiday by using a simple rebooking hack, as a fan of Money Saving Expert has explained

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Woman's clever £2 airport hack to dodge hand luggage charges

Lisa Brown has shared the 'genius' airport hack that she uses to avoid paying for an expensive luggage allowance - and she's been doing it for years

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Martin Lewis explains why it may be better to use credit cards instead of debit cards

The consumer guru, founder of Money Saving Expert, says credit cards can be a great tool if used well

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Rights to compensation if your flight was cancelled due to IT chaos

There was a major outage in IT systems across the country last weekend - and thousands of people could be entitled to compensation. Here's everything you need to know.

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Key Bank of England and DWP dates in August that could affect your finances

The Bank of England and Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have all scheduled in a number of changes in the coming month that could affect the cost of living and personal finances

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Nationwide issues urgent warning to customers with at least £1 in their account

The building society has published its latest rates for its fixed-rate bond schemes which allow savers to put money in, which is then locked away and cannot be accessed for the length of the term

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Tax experts issue warning over HMRC checking social media holiday photos in crackdown

Public social media posts can be scrutinised as they can provide evidence of any financial discrepancies, experts say

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HMRC issues tax refund letters to almost eight million workers due to PAYE system errors

HMRC is set to send out letters to millions of Brits this year to inform them they are due a refund on their tax payments

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How parents can save money on childcare this summer - from free childcare to working flexible hours

There are a number of schemes in place that can help you cut childcare costs - check if you are eligible

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Places where children can eat for free or at reduced price during summer holidays

School Holidays

Here is a list of venues offering deals for families with children including supermarkets and restaurants such as Bella Italia, Pizza Express and TGI Fridays

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'Insanely good' Zara perfumes 'just like' Baccarat Rouge, YSL, Gucci and more

Zara has a range of perfumes shoppers claim smell 'just like' high end designers - and they're a fraction of the cost

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HMRC warning as millions of pensioners face income tax bill hike

The amount of pensioners paying income tax is expected to reach nearly nine million in the next tax year, as calls grow for the new Government to tackle the issue

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Martin Lewis offers advice to households with 'fewer people than bedrooms' in the house

The consumer champion told his social media followers to check their rateable value with the Consumer Council of Water - and see if they could potentially benefit from a water meter

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Woman swears by 85p Home Bargains product to get white trainers 'spotless'

A woman has shared a cleaning hack to make white trainers look like new

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PIP claimants could be eligible for £750 one-off payment through vehicle scheme

The Motability Scheme means people receiving disability benefits from the DWP can exchange their allowance for a lease on a new car, scooter or wheelchair

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Save an extra £7k towards your house deposit with expert's 12 tips

For many people, saving for their first house can be very overwhelming - these tips might make things a little easier

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New DWP rule means common condition Dame Judy Dench has could secure you £5,644 a year in benefits

The DWP has added a common eye condition to its list of health conditions that qualify for extra financial support, including Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or Attendance Allowance

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DWP rule change means common eye condition could be worth £434 every month

The DWP has added a common eye condition to its list of conditions that qualify for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or Attendance Allowance, meaning those affected could be entitled to extra financial support

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DWP state pension warning to make sure you don't face payment delays

The DWP has warned those who are yet to claim their state pension must come forward or they could face payment delays

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Bishop Auckland Forensics teams descend on County Durham property after baby's skeleton discovered by contractors Durham 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

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

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

NHS Have 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

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 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

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.

Travel Advice Security expert issues holiday scam warning over using cash points abroad Cybersecurity experts at NordVPN found that more than half a million payment card details were stolen via malware in the past year - here are the warning signs to look out for

Tokyo tour diary: The Newcastle United press conference moment that left Dan Burn in stitches

Newcastle United FC

Newcastle 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'

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

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