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Should the government help with energy bills?Today's Big Question Ofgem’s new price cap resets in June, with forecasters predicting huge rise, but Labour hints support will be means-tested amid struggling economy
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Is Britain becoming less charitable?The Explainer Fewer people are donating money to charities amid cost-of-living and trust concerns
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Six ways to boost your finances in 2026The Explainer It’s not too late to make a new year’s resolution to finally get organised money-wise
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How can Keir Starmer turn things around in 2026?Today's Big Question Prime minister has promised ‘positive change’ and ‘hope’ in the year ahead
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The cost of Christmas: how to make seasonal savingsThe Explainer Many households will be looking to keep their Christmas costs down this festive season
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Trump’s poll collapse: can he stop the slide?Talking Point President who promised to ease cost-of-living has found that US economic woes can’t be solved ‘via executive fiat’
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How your household budget could look in 2026The Explainer The government is trying to balance the nation’s books but energy bills and the cost of food could impact your finances
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Fast food is no longer affordable to low-income AmericansThe explainer Cheap meals are getting farther out of reach
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The two-child benefit cap: should it be lifted?The Explainer Labour MPs have long disliked the policy of limiting benefits for families with more than two children
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‘Friendflation’: the increasing cost of maintaining a social lifeUnder the Radar Cost-of-living squeeze has left some feeling priced out of social events and struggling to keep up friendships
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How to find the right home insuranceThe Explainer Prices for home insurance are on the rise, but opting out could leave you 'financially exposed'
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The financial changes to expect in 'Awful April'The Explainer As the new financial year begins, it brings changes for bills, wages and tax
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Middle-class shoplifting: how bougie bandits got in on the actThe Explainer Organic leeks and sourdough crumpets swiped from shelves by thieves with 'sense of entitlement'
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The winter benefits available for struggling householdsThe Explainer Support with bills is on offer as temperatures drop but there are important rule changes this year
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