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Delivery smishing scams: fake parcel redelivery texts hitting UK mobiles
Scammers send fake failed-delivery SMS messages designed to catch UK shoppers off guard. Here is how the scam works and what to do if you receive one.
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DWP publishes new PIP and Universal Credit research statistics 2025
The DWP has released new research statistics covering PIP administrative exercise outcomes and Universal Credit claimant experiences, including disadvantaged groups and Move to UC migration.
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Ofcom rules TikTok and YouTube not safe enough for children
Ofcom has ruled that TikTok and YouTube are not doing enough to protect children in the UK, with both platforms responding to the regulator's findings.
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DWP publishes Universal Credit Work Capability Assessment statistics
The DWP has published updated statistics on Universal Credit claimants with health conditions or disabilities restricting their ability to work, covering Work Capability Assessment outcomes.
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WhatsApp family impersonation scams targeting UK users in 2026
Fraudsters are using public Facebook profiles to impersonate family members and friends on WhatsApp, drawing victims into financial scams. How to spot it and report it.
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Can I claim benefits if I own a house outright in the UK?
Yes, you can claim UK benefits if you own your home outright. Your main home does not count as capital for Universal Credit. Capital limits, exceptions and PIP rules explained for 2026.
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Morrisons bait-and-switch promo code: UK consumer rights advice
A shopper reports Morrisons advertised £15 off a £60 shop but customer service claimed the threshold was £70. What are your rights under UK consumer law?
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UK romance scam victims face threats and emotional manipulation: what you need to know
Romance scammers in the UK are threatening victims with violence and running elaborate emotional cons without asking for money. Here is what the tactics look like and how to report them.
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The 99 ice cream: why the name has nothing to do with the price
Most Britons assume the 99 Flake got its name from an old price tag. The real origin is far older and more surprising. Here is what the history actually shows.
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UK baby names mapped: which British counties do Americans actually use as first names?
A Brit in the US has mapped 145 years of SSA baby name data to reveal which British county names Americans give their children, from Kent to Devon.
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British heatwave complaints spike as May temperatures hit 30 degrees
UK residents are venting about sleepless nights and sudden 30C heat in May 2026, with r/britishproblems capturing a very relatable national mood.
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NS&I delays and errors leave bereaved UK families chasing premium bonds
Bereaved families face months of delays and errors trying to claim premium bonds from NS&I, with some waiting over a year to access savings belonging to deceased relatives.
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NS&I failures cause distress for bereaved families tracing premium bonds
Errors and lengthy delays at NS&I in releasing premium bonds are compounding grief for bereaved families, with some waiting over a year to access savings.
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Tesco Clubcard vouchers worth £17 million expiring this week: how to find and extend yours
MoneySavingExpert warns £17 million in Tesco Clubcard vouchers expire this week. Here is how to check, use, or extend yours before the deadline.
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Three-Vodafone merger: what it means for UK mobile network quality in 2026
The Three-Vodafone merger is complete, but UK consumers are already questioning whether consolidation will improve or worsen mobile coverage and congestion.
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UK relationship cheating scam targets partners via Instagram and Apple gift cards
A scam circulating in the UK uses fabricated infidelity evidence on Instagram to demand Apple gift card payments. Here is how it works and what to do.
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UK romance scammer threatens victim with violence after money demands
A UK Reddit user reveals their mother was threatened with violence by a romance scammer who claimed to know her home address. What this tells us about escalating scammer tactics.
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Can You Claim Benefits If You Take a Career Break in the UK?
Universal Credit, New Style JSA and NI contribution rules explained for UK workers planning a career break. Savings caps, work requirements and what to do first.
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UK romance scam victim sends tens of thousands amid coercive control and suicide threats
A UK family reports their adult son has sent tens of thousands of pounds in a long-running Thailand romance scam involving emotional manipulation and suicide threats.
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Two green arrows on a Virgin Media router: what they mean
The two green arrows on a Virgin Media router show your broadband connection is active and data is flowing in both directions. Here is what each state means.