Nearly 140,000 carers owe more than £250m for overpayment of a key benefit they receive, with a watchdog warning many may be racking up debt without knowing. The National Audit Office, the public spending watchdog, said the number who owe carer’s allowance overpayment debt had risen every year since 2018, …
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Shoppers have been poking fun at the absence of Harry and Meghan from Selfridges’ Royal family Christmas bauble range, with some suggesting that the Sussexes’ decorations might end up “in the bargain bin”. The high-end Oxford Street store is selling £40 ornaments resembling King Charles, the late Queen Elizabeth, and …
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PR Newswire – Wed Dec 11, 1:31PM CST TORONTO , Dec. 11, 2024 /CNW/ – RBC Royal Bank is decreasing its prime rate by 50 basis points from 5.95 per cent to 5.45 per cent, effective December 12, 2024 . About RBC Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial …
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The spectacular Geminid meteor shower is set to reach its peak in the coming days – bringing the chance to glimpse a shooting star. Every year, mid-December provides the opportunity to see the unique display – which is one of the most active showers of the year, with a peak …
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By THIS IS MONEY Updated: 11:14 EST, 11 December 2024 There may be a lot of negativity surrounding the UK economy but companies are performing well, says Kepler Trust Intelligence’s Thomas McMahon. With depressed sentiment meaning stock market valuations are low and many UK-focussed investment trusts trading on a discount, …
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Instead of plugging in headphones or burying heads in books while travelling on public transport, Brits are actually striking up conversations with strangers, as new research shows nearly three in 10 have made long-lasting friendships with people they have met on the bus. The research by First Bus reveals that …
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When Graeme Jerdan suffered a cardiac arrest before his 60th birthday his family were told to say their goodbyes. The Royal Mail worker was at home with his wife Debra when he a went into sudden cardiac arrest mid conversation. Within 20 minutes, Graeme was being airlifted to Northumbria Specialist …
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Nicholas of Myra, the patron saint of toymakers and merchants, has been digitally reconstructed by scientists who found he looks rather similar to the festive figurehead, Santa Claus The likeness of St. Nicholas and Santa Claus is rather shocking, according to the public (stock) ( Image: Getty Images) Scientists who …
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Queen Camilla appeared full of Christmas cheer today as she joined a ‘Festive Spread’ lunch at The Amadeus in London. During the event, the royal, 77, who donned a cream shirt and elegant green jacket from Anna Valentine, warned Christmas dinner guests to ‘hold onto their hair’ as she helped …
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Dangerous driving and speeding are among the most significant issues on UK roads. To ensure safety and prevent accidents, speed limits are enforced across the country. Speed cameras are a common tool used by police forces and highway agencies to deter speeding motorists. These can be found on residential roads …
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