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The DWP-funded state pension is set to increase in April along with other pensioner benefits. As the cost of living crisis continues to take its toll in households across the UK, many low income households could be struggling to make ends meet. One of the most vulnerable group said to …

Royal Mail has apologised to customers after they were left scratching their heads over how long they have to use up their old stamps before they are no longer valid. In February last year, Royal Mail announced it was phasing out everyday – or Definitive – stamps that feature a …

Giving and receiving presents is part of most families’ Christmas celebrations – but everyone’s received a gift at some point which just isn’t for them. Whether it’s something that doesn’t fit or something you already have, the good news is that most high street chains have return policies that go …

Thousands of workers across the UK are now on strike with more set to come over the next few weeks. As we get closer to Christmas, it has been announced that the public – including locals in Glasgow – should expect some disruption. It comes as rail staff and postal …

Royal Mail has extended the deadline to use up old stamps, following complaints from customers. You now have until July 31 next year to use any non-barcoded everyday stamps – those with the Queen’s profile on – before they become worthless, an extension of six months from the original January …

Royal Mail workers are set to take four days of industrial action over the next two months. Among those affected by the planned strikes is Tom Yendell, a disabled artist. Tom was born without any arms due to a disease called Thalidomide, he now represents 30 disabled artists who create …

In October, Bath-based software agency, Rocketmakers, celebrated 15 years since its launch and Business Live has taken a closer look at why the company has been such a success. Founded in 2007, Rocketmakers designs, develops, and delivers innovative software for ambitious companies by using deep software development expertise. The company …

The price of daily food items has seen a huge rise and become stark to Herts residents as well as millions across the UK. Shoppers have seen items increase by significant amounts including vegetable oil rising 65 per cent and pasta 60 per cent in a year. According to new …

Royal Mail has issued a warning to all Brits that they only have 100 days left to use stamps without barcodes. By January 31, all stamps that feature just the Queen’s image will become unusable. People are being urged to use up all of their first and second class stamps …

The death of Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96 plunged millions into mourning. As people share stories of special moments with the Queen, crowds have queued for up to 11 hours to see her coffin at Westminster Hall. It’s been on show for 24 hours a day since …