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In a decision expected to offer relief to millions of electricity users, the federal government is poised to scrap the Rs35 monthly Pakistan Television (PTV) fee currently charged through electricity bills. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to make a formal announcement soon, ending a longstanding levy that affects over 40 million residential, commercial, and…
BRITAIN’S gone crazy for the flavour of caramelised biscuits. From market leader Biscoff to own-brand supermarket products, you can get the sweet taste in ice creams, cookies, cheesecakes, sponge puds and – increasingly – in liquid form. 7 Enjoy the caramelised biscuit taste as part of the drink itself with our easy tipCredit: Getty Enjoy…
A BELOVED cafe that served customers classic English breakfasts for nine years has been forced to close due to the cost of living. The owner said it is “impossible to carry on” in the current climate. 2 The traditional cafe served big English breakfasts for nine yearss Traditional cafe Deb’s Diner in Birmingham posted the…
STRUGGLING households have just days left to apply for extra cost of living payments worth up to £1,000. The cash is part of the Household Support Fund, which is a £742million fund distributed by councils in England. 1 Families have just days left to apply for cost of living payments Local authorities have until March 31, 2026, to…
HOUSEHOLDS can make the most of warmer temperatures and longer days to slash the cost of energy bills. There are a host of tricks to cut costs over summer months and some won’t cost you a penny. 1 Some quick and simple checks could save you hundreds of pounds on your energy billCredit: PA From…
PARENTS know all too well that keeping kids entertained over the summer holidays can be pricey. The cost of childcare alone can cost around £1,039 for the six weeks of the break, and that is not to mention days out and other activities. 1 The cost of summer holidays can be expensive for parentsCredit: Getty…
IF you want an example of the shocking sense of unfairness that now defines Keir Starmer’s Britain, look no further than the housing market. Ordinarily, you might expect a civilised country like ours to have a housing market that treats its own people fairly, that treats those who have paid into the collective pot for…
OVER seven million people across Britain claim Universal Credit – and there are ways to get even more cash support. The government aid was created over a decade ago to replace six legacy benefits with a monthly payment. 1 We share Universal Credit loopholesCredit: Alamy How much you receive will depend on certain factors, such…
MILLIONS of Nationwide customers are set to get a free £50 payment within a matter of days. The building society has announced the payment as a gesture of gratitude to its members for their contribution to the successful acquisition of Virgin Money. 1 The £50 payment will start being issued from April 9, 2025Credit: PA Each…
UP to 300,000 Brits making money on Ebay or Vinted will no longer have to file a tedious tax return. In a boost for side-hustlers, Treasury Minister James Murray will raise the threshold for filing a self-assessment tax form from £1,000 to £3,000. 1 Up to 300,000 Brits making money on Ebay or Vinted will…
