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Importance of unoccupied home insurance

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Life insurance is one of the pillars of personal finance, deserving of consideration by every household. I’d even go so far as to say it’s vital for most. Yet, despite its nearly universal applicability, there remains a great deal of confusion, and even skepticism, regarding life insurance.

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'This is such a special place': Music and TV stars back Save Salford Lads Club campaign

Music and TV stars are backing the campaign to save Salford Lads Club from the threat of looming closure

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Squirrels board train and 'refuse to leave' forcing cancellation

Two squirrels who boarded a rush hour train to Gatwick forced operators to cancel the service.

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Life insurance is one of the pillars of personal finance, deserving of consideration by every household. I’d even go so far as to say it’s vital for most. Yet, despite its nearly universal applicability, there remains a great deal of confusion, and even skepticism, regarding life insurance.

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Busiest house moving day of 2024 is this month - eight tips to save money (and stress) if YOU'RE on the move

Moving is a notoriously stressful, time-consuming and costly affair. With the help of experts, We reveal eight tips to help streamline the process.

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The six-acre island for sale with a private beach and 15 ghosts

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A six-acre island off the Devon coast - complete with private beach, fortifications and planning permission for a luxury hotel - has been put up for sale.

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British pub landlord is forced to pay £25,000 to be freed from Turkish hospital where he was 'held hostage' after falling ill on holiday without any insurance

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Malcolm Stocker, 68, began suffering from an upset stomach two days before the end of a two-week trip to Marmaris. He ended up in hospital for more than a month.

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Should we pay off our mortgage or save into a pension? DAVID HOLLINGWORTH replies

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Our property is our pension and we don't have many other assets. Should we use our £20,000 lump sum to pay off the mortgage quicker, or set ourselves up with private pensions?

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Warning as more than three-quarters of people ‘dipping into pensions before retirement’

Of those taking money out early, more than half withdrew funds five years before their selected retirement age

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The best UK cities and towns for a 2024 staycation are named by Which? - Liverpool, Bath and Wells get top ratings, while Derby, Bournemouth and Torquay are ranked bottom

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The results come from a survey of almost 4,000 Which? members, who were asked about their experiences visiting UK cities and towns in the past two years.

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Office life getting you down? Europe's best and worst cities for remote working revealed: Luxembourg City is No.1, Athens is bottom and London fails to make the top 10

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The ranking is based on factors including Wi-Fi speed, safety and cost of living. Surprisingly, not a single city in France, Spain or Germany makes it to the top 10.

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Escaped racehorse joins commuters at train station - and stands behind yellow line

Commuters at a train station in Australia were left doing a doubletake as an escaped racehorse joined them to wait for a passenger service.

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Romance scam reports rose by a fifth in 2023, says Lloyds Bank

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Men were more likely to report being scammed but women tended to report bigger losses, Lloyds Bank said.

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How to make the perfect Yorkshire puddings, according to scientists (who claim they must be 4 inches tall!)

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To celebrate Yorkshire Pudding Day today, MailOnline has provided a step by step guide for making the perfect Yorkshire pudding according to science.

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'Ghost broker' fleeced vulnerable motorists and left them without valid car insurance

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Hafiz Mohammad targeted Sudanese nationals new in the UK who didn't speak English

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Britons' most-Googled foreign travel destinations revealed: Greece is the No1 country followed by Spain... and Orlando is the most-searched-for city

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Featured in the UK's top ten country hotlist are seven destinations in Europe, two in Africa and one in Asia. Read on for more on the places Brits want to go the most...

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Life insurance is one of the pillars of personal finance, deserving of consideration by every household. I’d even go so far as to say it’s vital for most. Yet, despite its nearly universal applicability, there remains a great deal of confusion, and even skepticism, regarding life insurance.

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'I'm £400 out of pocket after waiting eight months for my deferred state pension'

Holding off state pension payments could mean getting much more when someone chooses to eventually retire.

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18 amazing Christmas events taking place in Greater Manchester this year

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Christmas in Manchester is already shaping up rather nicely with markets, fairs and plenty of light shows and switch-on events

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Life insurance is one of the pillars of personal finance, deserving of consideration by every household. I’d even go so far as to say it’s vital for most. Yet, despite its nearly universal applicability, there remains a great deal of confusion, and even skepticism, regarding life insurance.

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29% of women ‘say state pension will be their only income in retirement’

Women are also less likely to say they have checked their state pension age, according to Royal London.

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You think your daily commute to work is tough? I drive my car through an Aussie river filled with 600 starving killer crocodiles to get to my day job

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An Australian man revealed that his daily commute to work includes driving across a river filled with 600 crocodiles - and the terrifying journey frequently has him fearing for his life.

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Life insurance is one of the pillars of personal finance, deserving of consideration by every household. I’d even go so far as to say it’s vital for most. Yet, despite its nearly universal applicability, there remains a great deal of confusion, and even skepticism, regarding life insurance.

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How can renters looking for a new home give themselves a head start right now?

As renters are being squeezed by strong competition and rising rents, We find out what they can do to help get ahead.

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Things to do in Manchester this August bank holiday weekend

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There's food and drink festivals, a Noel Gallagher homecoming gig and a variety of Pride events taking place

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Importance of unoccupied home insurance

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The devious tricks scammers and thieves use against holidaymakers - and how to avoid being a victim

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More than 6,450 reports of holiday fraud were made in the previous financial year, costing more than £15million or an average of £2,372 per victim.

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How to sell your home by giving it a good tidy

Every house has them - those messy rooms that cost you dearly when it comes time to sell. Here's what you can do about them.

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Shopper finds snake in bag of broccoli from Aldi

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A grandfather has told of his shock at finding a live snake in a bunch of broccoli he says he purchased from an Aldi store.

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Study uncovers lack of knowledge of state pensions

The most common misconception among workers was about National Insurance contributions.

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How to keep your home safe from burglars when heading on holiday

As the summer holiday season approaches, a checklist of jobs you need to undertake to protect your home from burglars while away has been revealed.

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Book returned to library almost 100 years late

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A book has been returned to a US library almost 100 years late.

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The passport rules Brits NEED to know before travelling this summer (including new EU requirements)

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If you're planning a holiday overseas this summer, make sure you don't get caught out by finicky passport rules that could leave your getaway in jeopardy.

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Inside the car repairs crisis driving up car insurance prices

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The average premium paid for comprehensive motor insurance was £478 in the first three months of this year, according to the Association of British Insurers trade body today.

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The 20 breakfast fails that annoy Brits the most revealed, from burnt toast to overcooked dippy eggs

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In a survey of 'very British and relatable breakfast fails', burnt toast received 48 per cent of the vote, 'overcooked dippy eggs' came second with 34 per cent and 'cremated bacon' third with 23 per cent.

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Nine out of ten middle-earners NOT paying enough into pension pots

Today's pensioners live far more comfortably than those still in work will when they reach retirement age, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies, which sounded alarm bells over a looming pensions crisis.

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Surge in subsidence insurance payouts following last summer’s heatwave

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Thousands of homeowners felt the impact of last summer’s record-breaking heatwave, the Association of British Insurers said.

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‘Dog ate my false teeth’ – thousands of canine-related claims made to insurer

The average cost to put dog-related claims right is £1,200, but in some cases claims can run into five figures, Aviva said.

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Daredevil cat Chio rescued by firefighters with cherry picker from 60ft-high ledge

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He had been out all night in hailstorms and driving rain

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5 ways you can give your pension a bit more love

Like relationships, it’s important to nurture your pension. By Vicky Shaw.

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How much does it cost to move abroad?

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<p>Looking out of your window on a grey Monday morning in January, you can be forgiven of daydreaming about quitting your job, selling up and jetting off to a new life in a warmer climate. We've all done it. I'm literally doing it now.</p>

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Brit flies to Spain and gets a full English breakfast for less than £15

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Content creator Ben Matthew Saunders revealed he wanted to try and get a ticket to Spain and eat a full English breakfast all for less than it would have cost him to eat out at home.

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A snake in McDonald's and a frog hidden in bananas among RSPCA's 'weird' rescues of 2022

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A frog that travelled more than 4,000 miles on a bunch of bananas was among the RSPCA's most "weird and wonderful" animal rescues of 2022.

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Chris Rea's Driving Home for Christmas is voted the favourite song for a UK festive road journey

When Britons were asked in a survey to name their top festive driving tracks, Driving Home for Christmas garnered almost half of the vote, with Fairytale of New York gathering 46 per cent.

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Nation’s favourite Christmas food announced - it's not turkey, mince pies or mulled wine

The best Christmas foods have been voted for by members of the UK public and the results are in.

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A Manchester bar is giving out FREE pints for the World Cup

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Football fans will just need to quote ‘It’s coming home and I want a free pint’ to redeem their freebie

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How to check the planning rules when doing a home extension

Experts explain the planning red flags to look out for, and how home buyers can do their research before committing to a purchase.

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Households urged to take steps to prevent frozen pipe damage this winter

Taking measures now can reduce the distress and expense caused by pipe problems this winter, the Association of British Insurers said.

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Nearly half of people ‘have not switched savings accounts in past five years’

Women are less likely to have switched their savings account than men, according to Hargreaves Lansdown.

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Jurassic Park themed home goes on sale in Washington for $1.2 million with five life size dinosaurs

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Washington State couple are selling their Jurassic Park-themed AirBnb. Current owner Todd Perkins built the home after his love for dinosaurs started when he was five-years-old.

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Life insurance is one of the pillars of personal finance, deserving of consideration by every household. I’d even go so far as to say it’s vital for most. Yet, despite its nearly universal applicability, there remains a great deal of confusion, and even skepticism, regarding life insurance.

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How to spot cost of living support scams this autumn – according to an expert

Fraudsters are expected to use upcoming cost-of-living payments as a new way to ‘hook’ victims. Vicky Shaw takes a look.

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A cautionary tale from one widow who wrongly assumed marriage would protect her financially

Alex Delaney become a widow at the age of 36 after she lost her husband Nic. When sorting out his affairs she found a private loan agreement for their flat. Alex ended up loosing her home

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Insurance customers could make savings by haggling and switching, says Which?

‘It’s still the case that the price quoted by your insurer is not necessarily the best you can get’

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6 travel insurance pitfalls to avoid – according to an expert

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Ditching travel insurance to save money could prove very costly in the long run, says Vicky Shaw.

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What can households do to offset soaring energy costs?

Homeowners can take steps to cut back on energy use to lessen the impact of rocketing costs.

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Shocking cases of women wrongly refused a state pension at 66 exposed

Government failures have led to some women who worked all their lives being wrongly refused a state pension, and their protests not addressed.

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Herd of COWS invade Yorkshire beach and take best tanning spots, leaving sunseekers to sit on rocks

A herd of ill-tempered cows invaded Gadding Dam beach in West Yorkshire on Saturday August 13 and stole all the best tanning spots - even taking a dip in the sea.

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‘9% of people leave keys under doormats or plant pots while on holiday’

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Claims for home thefts tend to spike between July and September, insurer Aviva said.

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A giant step for hamkind: Hamster survives daring trip into the stratosphere on a flying balloon

It's one giant step for hamkind.

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Any mortgage rule changes ‘must deliver good outcomes for customers’

UK Finance said it will be important to consider any changes to ensure they deliver good outcomes for customers throughout the life of the mortgage.

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Solo first-time buyers need to raise double deposit of 10 years ago

The figure was based on a single buyer on the median wage being able to borrow a maximum of 4.5 times their salary to buy the average first-time buyer home, at £223,117.

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World's largest Jaffa Cake weighing 80kg is created by Great British Bake Off winner

What do you get if you mix 160 eggs, 8kg of dark chocolate and 15kg of orange jelly? The world's largest-ever Jaffa Cake, of course.

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Is this the best road trip music?

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The power of music and tailoring your soundtrack is rooted in science, a cognitive neuroscientist says

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5 home improvements that add value

Property is often a persons greatest asset and naturally they want to capitalise on that huge personal investment. Whether you're planning a massive home improvement overhaul or looking to spruce the place up on a budget, there are a few tricks of the trade...

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Kids can watch Vitality Blast cricket festival at Emirates Old Trafford from £1 a ticket this half term

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The T20 season is about to begin with family entertainment promised on and off the field

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Boy, four, crashes mother's car after taking it for joyride

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A four-year-old boy has been likened to F1 star Max Verstappen after taking his mother's car for a drive in the Netherlands.

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Critical Illness 70% of people survive a heart attack. A critical illness policy can help their financial and mental state of affairs

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Less than half of women ‘feel financially independent’

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Some 48% of women cited the high cost of living as the biggest barrier to improving their finances, Fidelity International said.

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Sneaky cockatoo caught stealing a packet of cigarettes from a tourist

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A sneaky cockatoo has been caught stealing a pack of smokes from a tourist before pulling a cigarette out and holding it in its beak like an everyday smoker.

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Britain's most affordable places to buy a home revealed

The list, revealed by Zoopla, looks at average local house prices compared to the combined income of an average two-earner household in the same location.

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How much National Insurance will you pay this year?

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Changes to National Insurance contribution may change how much you will have to pay this year

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The Canary Islands will suspend ALL Covid restrictions from Thursday

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President Angel Victor Torres made the announcement on Tuesday during the annual Canarian debate. 'It is not the end of the pandemic. We will remain vigilant,' he said.

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James Blunt song deployed on protesters in New Zealand - after the musician suggested using it

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New Zealand authorities have turned to the music of James Blunt in their latest musical effort to move protesters camped outside parliament.

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The fraudsters who steal your identity to take out O2 phone contracts

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Victims of the scams have seen their credit scores plummet because O2 is taking weeks or even months to investigate their complaints.

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NS&I glitch: 349k savers left waiting up to six months for interest

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The problem has hit some 349,000 savers with funds worth just over £1.1bn in total, as well as 999 Premium Bond winners with prizes worth a combined £27,175.

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Record used car prices: 10 best-sellers are up to 53% more expensive

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EXCLUSIVE: How much more do the cars we all want cost? We reveal which of the 10 best-selling second-hand models have gone up most in value in the last 12 months.

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Car insurance prices rise 7% in three months as drivers get back on the road

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After a major drop in car insurance prices at the start of 2021, prices have been on an upward trend - adding to the cost of living pressures facing many households.

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Bionic eye implant lets blind woman see

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The grandmother, 88, has become the first patient in the country to benefit from the fitting of the 'groundbreaking' device at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London as part of a Europe-wide trial.

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WhatsApp scam sees crooks pose as children to target parents for cash

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Elizabeth Baker (pictured with partner Hugh) - came close to losing more than £500 after a scammer pretended to be her daughter.

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Bargain or bust? How to curb Black Friday spending

Don’t be caught out – many deals may not be as generous as they appear

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Christmas shoppers warned of expected fraud surge

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Credit card application fraud is likely to peak over the festive period, according to Experian.

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Amazon to stop accepting UK Visa credit cards from January

The online retail giant said it has made the decision due to ‘the high fees Visa charges for processing credit card transactions’.

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Gap between cheapest energy deals and price cap shrinks to the lowest ever level

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Today's gap is more than 25 times less than it was this time last year, and the lowest level it has fallen to since the introduction of the Ofgem price cap in January 2019.

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Used car prices rise 24% in a year, Auto Trader says

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The average price of a used car last week was 23.9% higher than a year ago, rising to a record high of £19,018, according to Auto Trader. We reveal which second-hand cars cost more than new.

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'Don't wait for a rate rise to move to new savings deal', say experts

The Bank of England has given its clearest warning yet that rates will have to rise soon to keep a lid on soaring inflation following a surge in energy prices.

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Critical Illness 70% of people survive a heart attack. A critical illness policy can help their financial and mental state of affairs

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Don't get burnt in the energy crisis: How to keep cool as bills soar

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An unprecedented gas supply crisis is threatening to add hundreds of pounds to our energy bills as we head for a bleak winter. Here we explain how to keep your cool and beat the heating bills blitz.

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Halloween events for kids in Manchester 2021

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There's lots of spooky fun for families this year

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UK drivers would only need to charge an electric car 20 times a year

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Korean car maker found that 85% of motorists are worried about EVs running out of battery despite its current models offering almost three times the average weekly mileage in range on a single charge.

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Motorists are performing thousands of dangerous motorway manoeuvres

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Most common offences are for incorrect use of hard shoulders and refuge areas and stopping on verges and central reservations - usually for so driver can take breaks or answer phone calls.

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Wilko will now recycle shoppers' old face masks in stores

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The retail giant has set itself apart from competitors like Home Bargains, B&M and The Range

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With costs up to £2,868 it is now cheaper to BUY a holiday car than hire one

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Natalie Ward found car rental prices were three times higher than usual in Menorca. This July, she was quoted £1,200 for a fortnight: more than the entire price of an all-inclusive trip in August.

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NS&I ditches plans to stop paying Premium Bonds winners by cheque

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NS&I said it will no longer be moving all its customers to having Premium Bonds prizes paid directly to their bank accounts.

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Car insurance premiums down by 8.4% annually, research finds

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Telematics policies and a quieter period for claims in 2020 have helped to push the cost of car insurance down, Consumer Intelligence said.

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Households’ expectations for finances turn positive for first time in five years

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People aged 18 to 34 are particularly upbeat about their financial outlook, the index from Scottish Widows said.

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New £50 note enters circulation: Here's how best to stop future inflation eroding its value

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Savers and cash hoarders are being warned to consider the eroding impact of inflation as the Bank of England's new £50 note entered circulation today.

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Stop treating scammers' victims as second-class citizens, say experts

Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis warns that those who fall prey to scammers are seen as 'lesser victims' because people wrongly assume they have the money to spare.

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New warnings over doorstep scammers as freedoms return

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Fraudsters devise new coronavirus scams and revive old tricks as householders report hard-sell visits

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Best mortgage rates: Compare fixed rate and tracker rate mortgage deals

The trend of mortgage rates creeping up could be about to be reversed, as lenders launch new deals amid the country's housing mini-boom.

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Pandemic travel insurance: Read small print carefully

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There is a lack of clarity from travel insurers over how much protection their policies offer for Covid-related disruption, new research has revealed.

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Celebrating 25 Years in Business

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After a very challenging year for everyone up and down the country and worldwide. In April 2021 Active Insurance Services celebrates 25 years in business.

We would like to thank everyone involved in getting us to this milestone.

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Critical Illness 70% of people survive a heart attack. A critical illness policy can help their financial and mental state of affairs

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Will green mortgages encourage landlords to improve energy efficiency?

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Landlords could get better mortgage deals if their properties are energy efficient, as lenders launch new green products to the market - but do they offer enough of a financial incentive?

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The cars most likely to pass their MOT at the first attempt

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For some drivers, an MOT reminder is a dreaded alert that their bank account is about to be raided to resolve a number of issues with their cars. But for owners of these models, it tends to be a breeze.

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Warning for Android smartphone users over sophisticated banking trojan

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Britons with Android phones have been urged to watch out for fake software updates that could give away their passwords and financial information and even take control of their phones.

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The average driver wouldn't claim for any damage under £667

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The most common reason for not claiming is because drivers believe the cost of the excess would be higher than the repairs themselves, according to data from finder.com.

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British economy bounces back with fastest growth since August

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Despite the continuing lockdown, British firms recovered at the quickest pace since last August, according to a closely-watched survey from IHS Markit and CIPS.

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Is your Santander branch closing? Lender closing 111 UK banks

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The Spanish-owned lender said the 'majority' of branches being axed were under three miles from another Santander branch, with the furthest being five miles away.

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10 smart ways to protect your finances and safeguard your investments

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From fine wine investment to ingenious new apps, these are some of the best financial solutions on offer

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Vodafone, Three, EE and BT Mobile customers to see bills increase by as much as 4.5%

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Three and Vodafone join EE and BT Mobile by announcing pay monthly and Sim-only customers will soon see an increase to their bills.

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Holiday bookings surge following lockdown exit plans

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Travel agencies and airlines say website traffic jumped following Boris Johnson's announcement.

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Why you need to know about GHIC

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Everything you need to know about medical protection in a post-Brexit world

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Leniency for taxpayers as Britons spend 19 million hours on returns

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Covid piles pressure on filers already struggling with ‘worrying gaps’ in understanding as deadline for filing looms

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What happens when I drive to the EU now?

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When you drive your vehicle abroad during the transition period, your motor insurance will give you the minimum cover you’ll need by law for each country when driving in the EU

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Life insurance is one of the pillars of personal finance, deserving of consideration by every household. I’d even go so far as to say it’s vital for most. Yet, despite its nearly universal applicability, there remains a great deal of confusion, and even skepticism, regarding life insurance.

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Will you face a tax bill worth more than you earn next year?

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Self-employed workers are trapped in a complex system of prepay tax

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Heaton Park lantern festival Lightopia pushes event dates back

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The spectacular light festival is working around the current lockdown

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Most burglaries this winter will happen while people are at home

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Neither hibernation nor lockdown mean we’re safe from thieves, insurers warn. Here are some timely tips

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What could negative interest rates mean for your finances?

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From savings to mortgages, pensions to insurance, the latest rumblings from the Bank of England could change the way you manage your money

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Man told snakeskin isn't a legitimate face covering - 'especially when still attached to the snake'

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A passenger who was spotted wearing a snake as a mask while travelling on a bus has been warned it is not a legitimate face covering.

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What are the worst features that could devalue your home?

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With many homeowners rushing to sell their properties and others looking to move thanks to the Stamp Duty holiday, homeowners have revealed the features they're looking for, and the one's they're keen to avoid.

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Top tips to save money when moving home

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It's no secret that selling your house and moving home can come at a cost — and there are a lot of little fees that can take you by surprise.

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Misery for first-time buyers as mortgage firms demand a FIFTH of price of new home for deposit

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In the past week, not one high street bank has offered mortgages for those with a 10 per cent deposit and brokers have warned deals for those with a 15 per cent deposit are also disappearing.

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A little known discount is disappearing - and could cost Manchester millions

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'Ruinous' plans to scrap VAT refunds could drive away a lucrative source of tourism, business leaders have warned

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Scams jump 66 per cent during lockdown as fraudsters take advantage of nation's uncertainty

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Con artists have used the increased number of people who have been online during lockdown to try to keep in touch with their family and friends to target victims in social media-related scams

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Energy bills to fall by up to £95 a year for millions of households as regulator reduces price cap

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An average household will pay £1,042 per year for gas and electricity after the change comes into force on 1 October, Ofgem said

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UK house prices hit new record high after 'surprising' post-lockdown spike

Average cost of home jumps 1.6 per cent to £241,604 in July as housing market picks up pace

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Learners can take driving tests again from 22 July

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Practical tests will restart in England from today (22 July), though only candidates who have had their already-booked exams put on hold will get the chance to sit their exam this week.

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Your post-Covid car insurance questions answered

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From refunds to cutting your premiums, what you need to know about your car insurance costs

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Could lockdown change the UK's shopping habits for good?

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As stores begin to reopen their doors, our attitudes to spending – and everything else - may never be the same

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Financial Advice

We are currently receiving a lot of calls from existing clients as well as new enquiries in relation to Financial Advice in respect of Family Protection such as Life Insurance and Critical Illness Cover, Investments and Pensions. In some cases its just to review the present situation on others its to see if they can save money.

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Has lockdown DIY killed your cover?

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With most of us using the crisis to improve our homes, many won't realise they've invalidated their insurance until its too late

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No-Deal Brexit Would Deepen Economic Pain for UK’s Coronavirus-Hit Companies

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Trade talks between the EU and UK have struggled in recent weeks, increasing the prospect that Britain departs the bloc without a deal and that businesses face an extreme shock when the divorce takes effect. It’s a scenario that would …

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Financial Advice

We are currently receiving a lot of calls from existing clients as well as new enquiries in relation to Financial Advice in respect of Family Protection such as Life Insurance and Critical Illness Cover, Investments and Pensions. In some cases its just to review the present situation on others its to see if they can save money.

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The seven coronavirus scams to look out for

In testing financial times it's easy to be enticed by fraudsters. Here's what to look out for...

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Victoria Wood's best jokes

The Prestwich comic would have turned 66 this week

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If you don't have Covid-19 symptoms but still need the NHS, here's what you do

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Health chiefs fear people with serious diseases are staying away because they’re frightened. But the NHS is still open for you during the crisis

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Coronavirus: How to keep your car roadworthy during lockdown

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From how often to run the engine to whether or not you should be hoarding petrol

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How to stop coronavirus killing off your pension

Experts warn there's now a 'double digits hole' in millions of savers' pension plans

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We thought you might like a bit of a giggle during this strange time. Here are a selection of Actual claim form quotes

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Storms inflict £7.7bn worth of damage on a third of UK property

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Here's what you need to know about claiming on your insurance

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When can you access pension cash rise from 55 to 57?

Anyone aged 47 or under must plan ahead if they want to retire earlier than 57, or will need cash for other purposes like paying off mortgages, home renovations or university fees for their children.

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Road users have sent 10,000 clips of dangerous driving to police in 2 years

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The National Dash Cam Safety Portal was setup in July 2018 to allow drivers to upload footage of incidents for the police to review. Some 5,000 motorists have faced police action because of it.

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Dippy the dinosaur finally arrives in Rochdale and it's a sight to behold

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The enormous skeleton is going on display as part of Dippy On Tour

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How do I find out how much pension I have saved?

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Some 54% said they were unaware of the current size of their pots, and a further 8% couldn't answer, while 38% said they did know.

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Putting a number on the value of advice. With the start of every new year we often think of change, one of the most important is our finances.

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10 easy ways to add house value in a slow market

The only real way to add value to your home is to make it more attractive ready for the traditional spring buying season. Experts say 10 key changes should make quick-fire returns.

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What you need to know about pensions in 2020: Brexit, social care and tax

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The newly re-elected Government now has a majority that gives it the opportunity to solve major issues affecting retirement finances. Here's what you need to know.

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The email you should always send to a hotel before staying to save a fortune

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"Sending this simple email has saved me hundreds over the years"

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Why social media could cost you a fortune

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The psychology behind the social spending that costs us £400m a month

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Why is my state pension being cut by £70 a week from April 2020?

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I am a 75 year old expat living in Spain. I had a letter from HMRC to say from April 2020 a new law comes into place, reducing my state pension. This is Money's agony uncle, Steve Webb, replies.

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From the right bedding to quality mattresses, follow these tips to aid a decent night sleep

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A U.S. study recently reported that if students really want to gain perfect grades they'll need a whole month of perfect slumber. Here are some of the latest advances in the basics of bedtime.

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Hairdressers and Beauticians Insurance. If you are mobile or rent a chair in a salon the Active Insurance Hairdressers & Beauticians policy will provide you with cover for your legal liabilities and treatment risks as well as your equipment

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A haunted big wheel is coming to the Trafford Centre this Halloween

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The ‘Hallo-wheel’ will be lit up in ominous orange outside the Great Hall

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The true cost of going cashless

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Protecting the past or the vulnerable – why should we resist the shift to a cashless society?

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How to avoid expensive home repairs this winter

Before the winter weather hits you need to be sure your home insurance will protect you

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Is it time to review your mortgage. We are offering free review with David Andrews.

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Mortgage rates may be cheap but Brexit uncertainty is back, and data indicates that it's having a big effect on the types of deal borrowers are going for.

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'Please reply': Message in a bottle found 50 years on

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The British author of a 50-year-old message in a bottle that washed up on an Australian beach has been found - and is at sea again.

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Car insurance premiums fall in advance of whiplash payout reforms

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Prices down £100, with drop in registrations also a factor, says comparison website

Reforms to whiplash insurance payouts to stamp out bogus claims have helped to push down car insurance premiums by £100 in the past three months

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Manchester Soul Festival

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The Manchester Soul Festival is back for the fifth year!

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The tricks airlines use to avoid paying fair compensation

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What you need to know to get your money back

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How to financially survive a no-deal Brexit

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Crash out or cruise through (yeah, right), you need to make plans to weather whatever happens next

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PPI deadline: How to check if you qualify for compensation (one last time)

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It's the final PPI countdown. This really is your last chance to check you don't qualify for money back. No, really

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Cost of British car insurance rises in second quarter - survey

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The cost of an annual comprehensive motor insurance policy in Britain rose 3.5% in the second quarter of 2019, lifted by a rise in the cost of claims, a survey on Monday showed.

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Free and cheap things to do with the kids in and around Manchester this school summer holidays 2019

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Keeping the kids entertained isn't cheap, which is why we've been on the hunt for free and cheap activities and events for children of all ages to enjoy

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The Summer scams you're most likely to fall for

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Criminals are clever at capturing our data and stealing our money – here's what you need to know to avoid falling into a trap

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Importance of unoccupied home insurance

Whatever the reason, it’s important to insure an empty property in case something goes wrong

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A third of private renters no have contents insurance

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Housing association tenants are more likely to have home insurance than private renters, according to new research from the AA.

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State pension data blunder sees 360,000 people given wrong forecasts

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Projections wrong by up to £1,500 as government admits to 'significant problem' with online tool

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How long do penalty points stay on your license ?

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It depends on the type of offence. For more serious offences the endorsement starts on the date of conviction

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Critical Illness 70% of people survive a heart attack. A critical illness policy can help their financial and mental state of affairs

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Why your energy supplier could owe you more than £200

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Firms owe 12 million UK households a total of £1.5bn, new data shows

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Things to do in Manchester over the May bank holiday weekend

Yet another three-day weekend is upon us

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Phil Spencer's ten tips to boost the value of your property

Phil Spencer, who hosts popular TV shows such as Location, Location, Location, reveals some of his simple value-adding tips, such as naming your house and hanging mirrors.

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UK car insurance premiums fall 1 percent in first quarter, 2019 - survey

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The cost of a comprehensive motor insurance policy fell one percent in Britain in the first quarter, pushed down by uncertainty around the rate used to calculate compensation for personal injuries and the Civil Liability Bill, .

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Home insurance customers paying hundreds of pounds in loyalty penalty, study finds

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Policyholders with same insurer for six years charged twice as much as new customers, Citizens Advice finds

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Owl you need is love! Owl ends up raising a duckling after mistaking the eggs of a duck for its own

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A Florida photographer captured an unusual image of an owl and a duckling side-by-side looking out from the side of a tree. Soon afterwards the duckling jumped into a nearby pond.

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15 ways you're invalidating your insurance

Fail to read the small print and your policy isn't worth the paper it's printed on

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Eight questions every first-time buyer must ask when buying a flat

There are some key aspects of buying a flat that need to be addressed if you're going to avoid some of the common pitfalls of moving into your first home.

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How much you should already have saved for retirement – you're probably about 60 per cent short

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Generation X needs to have already saved £187,400 by today to retire on £19,000 a year

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More than a quarter of savings accounts fail to beat 0.75% Bank of England base rate

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Lenders take six months to pass on August's rate rise to consumers, research finds

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Most and least affordable cities to by a home in Britain revealed

While there are some cities in the UK where a home will cost more than 12 times the average salary in the location, in others it would only cost just under 4.5 times wages there.

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Life insurance is one of the pillars of personal finance, deserving of consideration by every household. I’d even go so far as to say it’s vital for most. Yet, despite its nearly universal applicability, there remains a great deal of confusion, and even skepticism, regarding life insurance.

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Why overpaying your mortgage is a better bet than savings: Rates set to stay super low in 2019

If you make one New Year's resolution let it be overpaying your mortgage. This simple step could save you thousands of pounds in interest and help you clear your debt years earlier than planned.

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Does your insurance cover you to drive a friend's car?

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Policy exclusions mean you could end up unwittingly breaking the law. Jumping behind the wheel of your mate’s or your partner’s car could, in some cases, result in the vehicle being seized on the spot and you being punished for driving with invalid insurance.

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Contactless' fraud cases double in 10 months

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Should you be worried?

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Learner Driver Insurance. Young learner drivers are finding it so difficult to enhance their driving skills because of the insurance costs

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A massive Christmas drive-in cinema is coming to Greater Manchester

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Festive classics including Elf and Home Alone will be shown on the giant screen. Claiming to be Europe's biggest Christmas drive-in, the four-day event will run from December 20 to 23

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Brits and their cavalier attitude towards insurance…

A growing number of Brits, it’s been reported by Insurance Business Magazine, have taken out insurance policies without knowing – or caring – whether they’re fully covered or whether they’re ruining their own chances of making a successful claim

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SIX WAYS THIEVES CAN BREAK INTO A CAR AND HOW TO PREVENT IT

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THE DAYS of hotwiring cars are long gone. Today’s thieves use a variety of sophisticated techniques to gain access to cars and start the engine.

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Critical Illness 70% of people survive a heart attack. A critical illness policy can help their financial and mental state of affairs

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Manchester restaurants where kids eat for free or just £1 this October half term 2018

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It's not cheap to eat out with the kids but these places have made it a little bit easier

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Five money management rules to live by

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Make life simple, do these things and your everyday money should look after itself. Mostly

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Why and when do the clocks change in October 2018?

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Do the clocks go forward or back and what times do the clocks change when British Summer Time ends?

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Life insurance is one of the pillars of personal finance, deserving of consideration by every household. I’d even go so far as to say it’s vital for most. Yet, despite its nearly universal applicability, there remains a great deal of confusion, and even skepticism, regarding life insurance.

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14 ways to cut your energy bills

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Winter is coming. Well, in about 3 months. But it's getting cold now so here are 14 things you can do to save money

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Amazon Black Friday deals for 2018: How to get ready for the biggest shopping day of the year

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There are a couple of things you can do to get first in line for a bargain

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UK ban on nuisance calls from claims companies comes into force

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Calls about personal injury or PPI banned unless people opt to receive them

New measures to end nuisance calls from personal claims companies in the UK have come into force.

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Manchester Soul Festival

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The Manchester Soul Festival is back for the fourth year!

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Card and account fraud jumps almost 40% in a year

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Millions fall victim to stealth crime

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What the interest rate rise means for homeowners and savers

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Today, after nearly a decade of interest rates being 0.5% or lower, they were raised to 0.75%. It could mean better rates for savers, but is likely to add to the cost of millions of homeowners.

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And the winners of the Draw to Win £100 of M & S Vouchers

We would like to thank everyone that entered our prize draw. We now have the pleasure in revealing who won.

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Gary Lineker 'wouldn't mind' wearing mankini if England win World Cup

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It may be a long shot, but Gary Lineker has once again set himself up for a potentially revealing TV appearance.

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Summer drivers more likely to speed and be involved in accidents, research finds

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As temperatures climb, motorists' behaviour takes a turn for the worst

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Should I replace my kitchen and bathroom before selling my home?

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Jason Indranie, a local estate agent from Yopa, says there isn’t a day that goes by without a vendor asking this question.

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Pothole roads are the 2nd biggest concern for voters in England

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Residents in the North West, West Midland, East Midlands, Eastern and South East all said that maintenance of roads in their area is their most important policy area above all others.

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Despite the Government's best efforts there are MORE diesels on UK roads than ever before

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The DfT's latest vehicle licensing statistics confirmed that there were almost 12.4m diesels being driving in Britain at the end of last year, up from 12.1m at the end of 2016.

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Feeling hot, hot, hot: Man hospitalised after eating world's hottest chilli pepper in eating contest

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A man who took on the world's hottest chilli pepper in an eating contest stunned doctors after suffering excruciating "thunderclap" headaches.

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More names added to Soccer Aid 2018 line up - including Jaap Stam, Edwin van der Sar and Patrick Kluivert

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Former Manchester United stars Stam and van der Sar are returning, whilst Kluivert makes his debut - but Jonathan Wilkes misses out

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Moorside Rangers head to the Etihad

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The Etihad training complex will be hosting a special football tournament played by teams who's players have Down Syndrome. The first round of games, will now take place on Saturday 28th April.

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Pub scraps snail race as cold makes competitors sluggish

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LONDON (Reuters) - An English pub has canceled a charity snail race scheduled to take place on Saturday after unseasonably icy weather made potential competitors too slow to compete

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Does you child have up to £1,000 in the bank without you knowing about it? - How to find out

If a child was born between 2002 - 2011 they could have up to £1000 just waiting in a bank account

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Why a cash Isa is still worth saving into

If you pay into a cash Isa this year you will lose money, as rates are below inflation. But if you are going to save, a cash Isa is still worth having.

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D'oh! Driver caught with Homer Simpson licence in Milton Keynes

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When an officer stops a driver in Buckinghamshire, they are handed a licence with the cartoon character's 'address' and picture.

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Moorside Rangers head to the Etihad

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Thinking of something to do this Easter weekend. The Etihad training complex will be hosting a special football tournament played by teams who's players have Down Syndrome. The first round of games, will take place on Saturday 31st March.

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When is Easter 2018, Good Friday and Easter Monday?

The Easter weekend celebrations bring a four-day break, but it can be confusing to know when the holiday falls.

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Amazon cleared after Alexa ad 'triggers cat food order'

An Echo Dot owner said an Amazon advert that triggered their device to order cat food was "socially irresponsible".

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Police Officer accused of taking the biscuits.

The constable faces a tribunal after allegedly taking a colleague's biscuit tin from a cupboard and showing a "lack of integrity".

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Google's self-driving car pulled over by cops for driving too slow

Police in Mountain View, Silicon Valley explained that an officer noticed traffic backing up behind a self-driving car going 24mph (39km/h) on a street with a 35mph (56km/h) speed limit.

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Motoring myths: what ‘black boxes’ reveal about our driving habits

Are 17-year-olds really the worst drivers? ‘Telematics’ boxes installed to cut insurance costs can show us how we drive

Billions of miles have been driven on Britain’s roads this decade in cars fitted with “telematics” boxes recording every detail of a driver’s behaviour – whether they are speeding on a 30mph urban road, how they are cornering on a country road, and how they are braking or accelerating on a motorway.

Installed in about 1m cars by insurance companies, they offer drivers – usually 17 to 25-year-olds – less costly insurance if they drive more carefully. But the telematics black boxes also reveal a wealth of data about how Britain drives - debunking a lot of modern myths, but confirming many others.

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Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis issues passport warning on This Morning

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Martin, from Withington, spoke out on This Morning to say people shouldn’t neglect to check whether their passport have enough expiry time on them for travelling.

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Travel insurance: make sure you have proper cover, or face a hefty bill

Foreign Office highlights cases such as an £80,000 bill for a broken hip to encourage holidaymakers to take out policies.Ahead of the peak holiday booking season.

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These three shopping scams are doing the rounds – don't fall for them

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Scams purporting to be from Asos, Aldi and Argos are all aggravating shoppers

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Diesel cars more likely to break down than petrol

The data showed that the average repair bill of £517 for a diesel car last year was 20 per cent higher than those for petrol vehicles (£433).

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Summary of Budget 2017: Key points at-a-glance

An at-a-glance summary of the key points of Philip Hammond's Autumn 2017 Budget.

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Winter driving advice

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Breakdowns are more common in the winter and road conditions can be really challenging, especially when snow and ice strike. Here's how to stay safe...

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Black Friday uk 2017 - Manchester Arndale opening times and the best deals, including Pandora, Miss Selfridge, Dune and more

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Manchester Arndale is set to announce deals and offers for Black Friday 2017

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Insurers fear tax rise in 'raid on the responsible'

Association of British Insurers says chancellor should resist further increases to insurance premium tax, which has doubled since 2015

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SIX WAYS THIEVES CAN BREAK INTO A CAR AND HOW TO PREVENT IT

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THE DAYS of hotwiring cars are long gone. Today’s thieves use a variety of sophisticated techniques to gain access to cars.

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Do you have children asking to be insured on your car?

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But offering a named driver solution is very expensive. We have an alternative...

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Heaton Park bonfire 2017 - when is this year's fireworks display?

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Heaton Park hosts one of Manchester's biggest Bonfire Night fireworks displays again this year

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Aviva comments on record number of self-employed workers missing out on pensions

UK: Aviva comments on record number of self-employed workers missing out on pensions

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Why is Ryanair cancelling flights and what can you do?

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If you are expecting to be affected by the airline’s decision to cancel many flights over the next six weeks, arm yourself with these facts

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This homemade Prosecco kit lets you turn water into wine basically

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MySecco is the world's first make-your-own single bottle of sparkling wine and it's only £20

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Aviva enhances critical illness cover to provide true customer benefit

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Aviva enhances critical illness cover to provide true customer benefit

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Don't dig deep for a pre-paid funeral plan

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About 1.3 million people in the UK have purchased a funeral plan, but experts warn they could become a national scandal

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Former burglars say barking dogs and CCTV are best deterrent

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Ex-criminals tell Co-op Insurance most thieves are opportunists who tend to avoid difficult break-ins

Burglars are most likely to be put off breaking into homes by CCTV cameras and barking dogs, according to a panel of former criminals.

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A huge Spanish fiesta is taking over Manchester's Albert Square

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The sangria will be flowing as Festejar brings its three-day Spanish fiesta back to Manchester next month.

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25% of UK adults are relying on discounts to make retirement more affordable

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25% of UK adults are relying on discounts to make retirement more affordable, but many over estimate what they will get

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Pound coin gag scoops best Edinburgh Fringe joke award

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The one-liner by comic Ken Cheng wins the tenth annual award for Dave's Funniest Joke Of The Fringe.

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The race is currently on in the electric car industry

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Volvo recently announced that it will become the first major car manufacturer to go all electric, with the Swedish company saying that every new car in its range will have an electric powertrain available from 2019.

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Advised clients are better off

A report into the value of financial advice has found that those seeking help from an IFA were better off by an average of around £40,000 compared to their unadvised peers

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A giant beach is coming to Heaton Park this summer

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Come to the Beach returns this weekend, bringing sand, deck chairs, a paddling pool, buckets and spades and more to the popular park.

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New driver insurance

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We’ve had many enquiries for a follow-on product to our Learner policy* that allows young drivers to be insured on the car they’ve learnt in after they’ve passed

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Apple to launch safe driving mode for iPhones

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The fight against illegal mobile phone use at the wheel has taken an interesting turn this week, with Apple’s announcement of a specialised feature on its latest update.
A new mode known as ‘Do Not Disturb While Driving’is said by Apple to increase driver focus, and will appear on the iPhones of owners around the world this autumn, as they update their software to the latest iOS 11 version.

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Is it time to invest in a dashcam?

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The big driver behind this has been “crash for cash” scams. These can take many forms, from fraudsters disabling their own brake lights or “flashing” drivers to let them out of junctions before crashing into them, through to staged accidents and false witnesses. But whatever the form, it is costing motorists and the industry dear.

According to the Metropolitan Police, these scams could be adding an extra £50 to £100 to the annual premiums of honest drivers.

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Our faith in Direct Line was dented when an accident involved a foreign driver

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A lorry ran in to the back of this car in 2013. Since then we have been passed from pillar to post with Direct Line in an attempt to have her claim settled – with dozens of phone calls and emails. In the meantime we have been forced to drive a car which has extensive damage to the rear, and she has had to pay to have repairs to the back light (to get through the MOT) as well as increased insurance premiums due to the “unsettled claim.

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