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Five DWP money changes in May including tax changes and £100 Nationwide bonus
Your Money
Several key financial changes are happening this month and they could have a bit impact
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DWP universal credit claimants told to check their bank accounts on Friday
Your Money
People are being urged to check their accounts ahead of an important change made by the DWP
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Full list of 83 Barclays, Halifax, Lloyds and more closing banks next month
Your Money
Major banks across the UK will permanently close down a number of branches throughout May
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Girl, nine, spends £1,000 on Roblox with no idea it was real money
Technology
Mum Emma was distraught when she found out her account was linked to the game
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Chris Eubank Jr's grim injury emerges after being rushed to hospital following Conor Benn fight
Boxing
Chris Eubank Jr defeated Conor Benn on points to win the generational battle and inflict a first defeat on his opponent, who has now revealed the extent of the injuries he suffered
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DWP confirms millions to get benefit and pension top-ups - full list of new rates
Department for Work and Pensions
People on benefits can expect to receive the new uprated payment rates implemented by the DWP from next month
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Drivers told to put one word on car insurance form to save 25% on premiums
Motors
A YouTuber has shared a golden tip for drivers looking to slash their car insurance premiums, with the trick said to save motorists up to 25% on their annual premium
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Everyone with an energy bill told 'claim £200 now'
Your Money
With winter over, people could be sitting on unclaimed cash
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KitKat and Nespresso owner announces significant price hikes
Your Money
There are some price increases 'in the double digits'
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HMRC will begin income tax overhaul for sole traders and landlords from next year
HMRC
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax will be introduced in less than a year for sole traders and landlords with an income above £50,000, HMRC has confirmed
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Mechanics warn over serious danger, and cost, of DIY car repairs
Motors
Drivers are putting themselves and others at risk in a bid to save money
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Mum took her own life after mortgage payments went up £600
Real Life
Kathleen Moore was not entitled to benefits and tried everything to raise the extra money
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Pensions update as millions urged to make change
Department for Work and Pensions
Pension savers have been urged to think about cutting back on their spending as market volatility has seen some people's pension pots take a hit
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Martin Lewis lists six top Cash ISAs to open before new tax year
Martin Lewis
The Money Saving Expert founder says the best Cash ISA rates are typically available to savers at the end of the tax year, and the start of the new tax year - but this year, they're set to disappear soon
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What happens to your DWP State Pension after you die
State pension
The State Pension is paid out to people aged 66 or over who have made at least 10 years of National Insurance (NI) contributions
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Child poverty laid bare as schools forced to buy beds for kids
Wales schools
Schools are providing items like cookers and food, leaders have said
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How Nationwide, Lloyds, NatWest and Santander customers can claim £250
Cost Of Living
The new tax year started on April 6, and savings experts have urged households to make the most of their money by moving it out of low interest rate accounts
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David Beckham picks up on wife Victoria's reaction to tense moment as he says 'how dare they?'
David Beckham
David Beckham was in attendance to watch his Inter Miami side take on Los Angeles FC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, and the former England captain was in a state of panic throughout
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Shoppers amazed as Debenhams offers stunning £3,000 watch for less than £200
Cost Of Living
The GV2 Milan Swiss Quartz Diamonds Watch is now available at a hugely discounted price from Debenhams, and has been met with rave reviews from happy customers
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HMRC's warning letter to those with savings
HMRC
HMRC will be sending out tax bill letters to people who owe money on savings accounts
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Supermarket's sales boost sees it rise up the rankings, surpassing Asda
Supermarkets
The German discounter performed better than some of its rivals, outselling them in food and drink, an achievement Asda has since contested
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Millions face DWP universal credit delay despite rates going up this week
Universal Credit
The changes come into effect from on April, 7 but not everyone will see the benefit immediately
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Welsh winners scoop £1.8m in latest Premium Bonds draw
Your Money
Winners included four people who have received a cheque for £100,000, six people who won £50,000, 18 people who claimed £25,000, and 34 people who won £10,000
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Holidaymakers facing higher fees but one group will avoid them
Travel
Holiday fees for some are set to increase significantly in just a couple of days
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14 children arrested after boy dies in fire
Children aged between 11 and 14 have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter
Woman taken to hospital after car flips onto its roof
Traffic and Travel
An investigation is under way after a man believed to be the driver of the vehicle fled from the scene, police confirmed
Man critically ill after assault outside village pub
Crime
Police are looking for a 28-year-old suspect in connection with the serious assault
Locked Up: The criminals justice caught up with in April and what happened to them
Crime
Here are the faces of the criminals who have been jailed for the most serious crimes in Wales in the past month
Buckingham Palace's blunt 21-word statement on Harry's claims about the King's role in security issues
Prince Harry
The Buckingham Palace has issued a straightforward response to Prince Harry's claims in an astonishing BBC interview
UK News
DWP announces £230 payment for state pensioners with specific codes this May
The basic and new State Pensions have been uprated by 4.1% for the new tax year
UK tourists warned they may be 'denied boarding' at airport because of mobile phone rule
UK News
The problem is easily avoidable through a couple of precautionary measures
The best pictures as thousands of people run Cardiff's Pretty Muddy race
Latest Wales News
Runners left the event covered head-to-toe in mud as they raised thousands of pounds for charity
14 children arrested after boy dies in fire
UK News
Children aged between 11 and 14 have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter
BGT's Bruno Tonioli 'didn't think it was possible' as dancing Welsh kids have best answer to prize money question
Britain's Got Talent
The dance group from Port Talbot received high praise from all the judges
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Woman taken to hospital after car flips onto its roof
An investigation is under way after a man believed to be the driver of the vehicle fled from the scene, police confirmed
14 children arrested after boy dies in fire
UK News
Children aged between 11 and 14 have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter
Doc Martin star Martin Clunes announces death of 'fantastic' co-star live on air
The One Show
Martin Clunes, who played the titular character in Doc Martin, has announced the death of a co-star from the ITV series while speaking live on air on The One Show
Man critically ill after assault outside village pub
Crime
Police are looking for a 28-year-old suspect in connection with the serious assault
Locked Up: The criminals justice caught up with in April and what happened to them
Crime
Here are the faces of the criminals who have been jailed for the most serious crimes in Wales in the past month
The Traitors
Richard Osman opens up on 'missing' stars from BBC Celebrity Traitors cast
Richard Osman has opened up about the Celebrity Traitors cast after several celebrities were seen landing at Inverness Airport last week
BBC Casualty viewers emotional as they praise 'heartbreaking' episode
BBC
Casualty fans have been left in tears over the latest episode of the BBC medical drama thanks to its 'devastatingly sad' storylines.
Britain's Got Talent's Simon Cowell issues apology as audience make demand live on air
Britain's Got Talent
Britain's Got Talent viewers were left fuming during the second live semi-final on Saturday night
16 pictures of packed Porthcawl beaches during the town's glory days
Porthcawl
Porthcawl was once described as a mini Blackpool in the days when people flocked to the coast. The beaches are still popular now, but Miners' Fortnight transformed the town every summer for decades.
DWP announces £230 payment for state pensioners with specific codes this May
UK News
The basic and new State Pensions have been uprated by 4.1% for the new tax year
