People on DWP basic state pension in line for £375 hike in April under Andy Burnham
The triple lock ensures it rises by either 2.5%, inflation, or average wage growth, whichever is highest, each year.
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State pensioners born after 1951 in line for £489 increase in April under Andy Burnham
Weekly wages grew by 3.9% on average between May and July
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Spiders looking for mates are more likely to be seen in your house — how to keep them away
It's spider season in the UK so more spiders than usual are appearing in homes — but there are ways you can keep them out.
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Glasgow council worker on 'horrible' night-shift with 'drug addicts and violence' on streets
A street cleansing worker has bravely told of the abuse he faces on a typical shift and which nights are worse for violence in the city centre.
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DWP confirms State Pension age increase from 66 to 67 by 2028 – details explained
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed the timetable for the State Pension age rising from 66 to 67 by 2028, with the changes affecting those born after April 6, 1960
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Glasgow drivers hit with nearly £1.7m in bus lane fines in just six months
Glasgow City Council collected the fifth-highest revenue from fines.
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State Pension increase announced with Tuesday morning newse
The figure has been announced by the Office for National Statistics
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State Pension increase announced with Tuesday morning news
The figure has been announced by the Office for National Statistics
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'Dangerous' thug raped woman during violent attack that left 'footprint on her face'
Martin Lloyd subjected the woman to a terrifying 'campaign of violence'
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Available 'all night' criminal told everyone he was 'the best in the f****** city'
Jonathan Yeandle was arrested after a foot chase with police during which he threw away his burner phone
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Health experts say Clarkson-Cameron effect has already saved lives
The diagnosis often comes 'by chance and too late for a cure'
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Lucy Letby's lawyer issues explosive defence after two experts quit her team hours before inquiry publication
Two experts withdrew from Lucy Letby's defence team ahead of the publication of the Thirlwall Inquiry today
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Wavertree cafe's decision to close was 'not made lightly'
The venue has gone up for sale with the last day set for the end of this month
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Brave mum dies after being stung 300 times in bee attack while shielding son
Oyuki Ramorez Burciaga, 45, was outside a sports complex with her son, Matias, in central Mexico when a swarm of bees descended on the crowd on May 3
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Emmerdale stalwart dies suddenly on holiday in same way as his beloved wife
The actor died unexpectedly while on holiday — he was best known for his roles on Benidorm, Coronation Street, and Emmerdale and left behind heartbroken fans and loved ones.
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Student killer exposes guilt with one uncontrollable reaction live on TV
Lauren Giddings was murdered by her neighbour Stephen McDaniel, who gave away his guilt while being interviewed by the search on live TV
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Chilling ransom call made to family of missing teen daughter
The FBI has released a chilling ransom call made to the family of Margaret Ellen Fox, a 14-year-old who vanished in Mount Holly, New Jersey, in 1974 and has never been found — authorities are now offering a $25,000 rewa…
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Perfect ‘slug catcher’ for your garden is common fruit costing just 30p
The RHS has recommended using a common 30p staple fruit to trap slugs in your garden this autumn, as these havoc-wreaking garden pests come out to play in the damp.
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BBC thriller hailed 'best movie ever' by viewers starring A-list actors
The 2005 psychological thriller has flown under the radar somewhat for film fans despite its major Hollywood stars - and it's streaming now on BBC iPlayer
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‘Powerful’ crime drama you can’t help but binge-watch on Netflix
A Netflix true crime drama with a near-perfect 98% Rotten Tomatoes rating has audiences declaring they have never watched a series so unique, refreshing, and powerful
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Andy Burnham makes history with Great North Run time
The Prime Minister took part in the Great North Run at the weekend before the death of his dad, Roy
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One fruit will trap slugs wrecking your garden and costs only 30p
Slugs are a common garden pest that can cause significant damage to plants, but one 30p fruit acts as an effective 'slug trapper' and is recommended by the RHS.
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Monty Don tells gardeners to do one job now for beautiful roses next year
Monty Don has shared his top tip for achieving brilliantly beautiful shrub roses in the UK — and it's all to do with one key September gardening task.
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