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Thursday, April 30, 2020

Best seat cushions that will hep alleviate back pain

Support your back with these top boosting cushions for extra comfort

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Woman shares genius way to make Febreze at home and fans say it's '100% better'

The latest cleaning hack to do the rounds involves fabric conditioner and an empty Febreze bottle, with fans claiming the freshness lasts much longer than the real deal

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Best deals on booze for cocktails at home during lockdown

Fancy a lockdown cocktail? We round up the best offers on alcohol from retailers including Amazon, Aldi and Tesco so you can make your favourite boozy drink at home

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Le Creuset casserole dishes slashed in Amazon sale and shoppers can save £80 off

Shoppers can save £80 off the iconic cookware dishes in variety of Instagram-worthy colours - but not for long

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Home office essentials: 10 best tech items to invest in

Transforming your bedroom, living room or spare room into a home office space until further notice? These are the top tech picks worth investing in now

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Best tech for homeschooling

We've compiled a list of the best tech gadgets and essentials worth considering now, for children of all ages to keep them entertained as they learn

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Tesco to increase number of home delivery slots to 1.2million

At the start of lockdown, the supermarket offered 590,000 slots, this rose to 1million on Monday, with 200,000 more set to be added online in the next fortnight

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Sainsbury's says coronavirus queues and restrictions will last until September

Chief executive Mike Coupe, who is to step down in June, said the grocer expects lockdown restrictions to have eased by the end of June but that business disruption will continue until autumn

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TGI Fridays to reopen 24 restaurants next week amid coronavirus shutdown

The American diner will follow in the footsteps of Burger King, Nando's and Wagamama with a handful of UK branches reopening for takeaway orders and online deliveries

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Lindt launch new £5 salted caramel Lindor flavour to their irresistible range

Oooh yes - just when you thought Lindt couldn’t out-do themselves in their chocolate truffle range, they release this new flavour

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Oasis and Warehouse gift cards, refunds and exchanges - get your money back

The two retailers, which went into administration on April 15, have been on the hunt for a buyer for over a fortnight - however, on Thursday, Deloitte said all efforts had been unsuccessful

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Incredible 250,000 Brits quit their bank accounts - where they're going instead

In the first three months of the year 252,961 people ditched their bank account for somewhere new - with some providers hemorrhaging an incredible 50 people for every one that joined them

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B&Q reopens all 288 stores despite mile-long queues outside during lockdown

The DIY chain was closed throughout March after the UK was put into lockdown, although customers were able to use click and collect services to purchase goods online

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British Airways to cut 1,130 pilots as it plans to make 12,000 staff redundant

British Airways is seeking to cut pilot numbers by a quarter as it slashes costs to weather the coronavirus crisis, according to a letter sent to union leaders today

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Mum shares crucial tips for making £4 food shopping last longer under lockdown

Mum of two Laura Swain has explained how she gets three family meals out of a single £4 chicken as well as what else she's doing to keep her family fed for less in lockdown

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All Oasis and Warehouse stores 'closed indefinitely' with 1,803 jobs lost

Efforts to save Oasis and Warehouse have failed after a buyer could not be found - seeing all stores now shut for good with almost two thousand people losing their jobs

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Aldi is selling £1.69 biscuit spread that tastes just like Lotus Biscoff spread

The new sweet spread is a perfect dupe for the much-loved Lotus Biscoff spread

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Nissan won't reopen Sunderland plant until June as staff remain furloughed

Staff at Nissan's Sunderland plant will not be able to go back to work for at least a month as the carmaker gave an update on its plans for the factory during and after the coronavirus crisis

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TKMaxx reopens for online orders - after making some major changes

The fashion chain has become the latest store to start taking orders again - but things aren't quite back to the way they were before lockdown yet with some pretty major restrictions in place

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Morrisons launches £35 gluten free food box containing essentials

Containing all the goodies from biscuits, rice, pasta, stock cubes as well as milk, cheese and vegetables all in one box delivered to your door.

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Pret a Manger to open another 20 branches and extend 50% discount for NHS staff

The coffee and sandwich shop thinks it's found a way to reopen for takeaway and deliveries safely - so it's tripling the number of branches now working again and we've got the full list

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Topshop is offering up to 50% off shirts and blouses in seasonal sale

Now is the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe and Topshop's online sale could be the ideal place to start

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Your rights to refunds as weddings, holidays and childcare investigated

An official investigation has been launched after a surge in complaints about people not getting refunds or being fobbed off with vouchers for cancelled events and services

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Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Lookfantastic launch plant-based beauty box worth £142 for only £15

The Botanical Beauty Box includes beauty products from plant-based brands and goes on sale very soon

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Get ready to spring clean your home with these essential items - from £1

Wilko has every cleaning product you need to clean your house from top to bottom, for low prices that everyone can enjoy

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All of the DIY stores that have now reopened their doors - from Wickes to B&Q

Wickes has launched a trial to reopen six stores with new social distancing measures in place. Branches in Pudsey, Cheltenham, Preston and mroe will open to the public on Thursday

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Whirlpool recalls 55,000 more washing machines - with 21 models affected

Whirlpool is recalling up to 55,000 more washing machines in the UK sold under its the Hotpoint and Indesit brands over a potential fault that could cause fire

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Currys PC World offering up to 50% off Dysons, tablets and more in online sale

There are discounts across hundreds of tech and electrical products on the Currys PC World website, which is still offering home delivery and click and collect services

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Martin Lewis explains if you should pay the balance on your summer holiday

Money and consumer rights expert Martin Lewis has laid out what people need to think about before they decide to pay the balance on any trips planned for the summer

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Homebase reopens 50 more UK stores after successful 'trial' - the full list

Homebase also confirmed that all remaining stores will be back in business on Saturday, May 2 - here are all of the branches now open to the public with social distancing measures in place

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You can now sign up for 3 months Amazon Music Unlimited for free

Online retail giant Amazon is giving music fans three months of free access to Amazon Music Unlimited membership, which includes millions of songs from top music artists

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Burger King says it plans to reopen 350 restaurants in June

The fast food chain, which until now has been closed to the public, said hundreds more restaurants could reopen in June as part of plans to get back to business

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Aldi introduces new face mask policy in all supermarkets across the UK

This move comes on top of measures already in force including gloves and clear screens installed at more than 7,000 checkouts in the UK

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Holidaymakers can apply for a refund through their bank or credit card instead

Some of the biggest travel firms and airlines in the UK are breaking the law by delaying refunds for trips cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic - so how else can you get your money back?

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Difference between paternity leave and shared parental leave - how each works

There are various options for new parents, whether they're having a baby biologically, or adopting or using a surrogate

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Malibu has launched a new strawberry flavoured rum and it sounds amazing

The new Malibu Strawberry rum is set to be the drink of the summer season

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Currys to launch new drive thru shopping amid coronavirus restrictions

The zero contact model, which means customers can shop without entering stores, will allow customers to drive to stores with dedicated parking and pay for their items without having to leave their car

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Uber launch 25% off trips for NHS and care home staff during coronavirus crisis

The taxi service company is now working with the government to launch ‘Uber Medics’ - a new service to provide all 1.2 million NHS staff with discounted trips for 12 weeks, funded by Uber

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Mum of four explains how she got £157 of Waitrose shopping for just £24

A mum from Kent has dished the dirt on how she managed to pull off a huge £157 food shop for just £24 - as well as her plans to make sure none of it goes off before its use-by date

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HMRC down - with workers and businesses unable to view accounts online

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story

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When Royal Mail will stop Saturday deliveries - and what it means for parcels

A major change in Royal Mail's delivery schedule will mean households no longer receive post over the weekend - here's what you need to know amid the coronavirus outbreak

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All the fast food chains that have opened for delivery including KFC and Nando's

Restaurant chains like KFC, Nando's and Burger King are slowly reopening branches amid the Covid-19 pandemic - but only for delivery

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KFC unveils where first UK stores will reopen - with 80 more back this week

The Colonel is making a comeback - with 42 restaurants now open again for deliveries and another 58 coming back into service by Monday

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M&S boss to pocket £810K salary plus bonuses despite placing staff on furlough

Dozens of other business leaders, including the bosses of M&S rivals John Lewis, Topshop and Primark, have taken salary cuts after asking the taxpayer to cover 80% of their wage bills

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Next unveils plans to reopen stores and hints at a massive sale when they do

Fashion chain Next has revealed which of its shops will be opening again first, as well as hinting there might be a huge sale when they do

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Ryanair's tells holidaymakers they have to wait a year for cash refunds

Holidymakers looking for refunds after their Ryanair flight has been cancelled have been told to take a voucher instead, but they might get some cash back after 12 months if they don't use it

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Tuesday, April 28, 2020

British Airways to make 12,000 workers including cabin crew redundant

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story

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Airlines provide updates on when flights from the UK are set to resume

Leading airlines including EasyJet, Ryanair and Jet2 explain when they're planning to resume flights again, as the coronavirus lockdown continues in the UK

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Jaffa Cake flavoured gin is now a thing - and here's where you can buy it

The perfect tipple to brighten up lockdown, Jaffa Cake gin has landed - and it tastes just like the classic teatime treat

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John Lewis 'set to axe some stores permanently' after coronavirus lockdown

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story

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Top 10 items to list on eBay that will make money whilst you're stuck at home

Feeling the pinch even though it’s only just been pay-day? Well eBay has listed the top items that will help you make extra cash and delivered to the buyers safely now they’ve partnered with Packlink

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Wagamama to reopen four UK restaurants as part of takeaway trial

Asian-fusion chain Wagamama has announced plans to reopen four of its UK restaurants for deliveries - following in the footsteps of Burger King, Greggs and Nando's

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£82billion worth of house sales have been put on hold because of coronavirus

Around 373,000 property transactions, with a total value of £82billion, are now on hold due to coronavirus emergency measures, according to estimates from Zoopla

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Bailiffs banned from turning up at your home during coronavirus lockdown

New laws mean that bailiffs aren't allowed to make personal visits during the coronavirus lockdown - but charities want the Government to go further in regulating the debt collection business

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Marks & Spencer shares meal plan that will feed your kids for £15 a week

For many families, coming up with simple, tasty and nutritionally balanced meals three times a day can be a challenge - but these recipes will see you through an entire week on just one free school meal voucher

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How to get a free Maybelline lash serum worth £15 with this cashback offer

Get your hands on a free Maybelline Lash Sensational Serum stocked at Superdrug

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Warner’s launch limited edition Spring Blossom Gin that you can buy online now

The new Spring Blossom Gin is the perfect tipple to try over the May Bank Holiday - here are all the places where you can buy it now online

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Struggling families can now apply for a £100 grant during coronavirus lockdown

Households can use the money towards their monthly bills, food shop, daily expenses or emergency costs such as breakdown repairs, as Britain braces for at least another fortnight in lockdown

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Tesco had seven weeks of sales in one or two days as coronavirus struck

People are spending twice as much, half as often in supermarkets as lockdown sees a return of shopping habits that went out of fashion a decade ago according to Tesco boss Dave Lewis

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You can now share your Amazon Prime benefits with your family members

If you have an Amazon Prime account you can share all your perks and benefits with loved ones and it's really simple to set up - here's our guide

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McDonald's breaks silence on new 'tests' to reopen UK restaurants

Paul Pomroy, McDonald's chief executive, said the tests "will include exploring social distancing measures for our crew, PPE options and opening in a limited capacity"

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Virgin customers' refund rights after massive broadband outage

Problems with Virgin Media saw customers lose internet access yesterday, but with everything from Netflix shows to games, work and even one council meeting affected, what are your rights to refunds

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Mrs Hinch's most popular cleaning tip - and it only costs £1.85

A new YouGov poll shows that 49% of people are cleaning and tidying more than ever before - with influencer Mrs Hinch one of the top searches on Google - but what's her most popular hack?

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Wayfair is running a massive spring sale online to support coronavirus relief

The online furniture retailer has discounted heaps of items for its "Save Big, Give Back" sale event, which has been launched in aid of the United Nations Foundation COVID-19 response fund

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Nando's is now offering delivery at these UK locations through Deliveroo

We have the news Nando’s fans have been waiting for! Back on Deliveroo, they are delivering from four locations in London and two in Manchester with a reduced menu

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Latest lockdown shopping rules at supermarkets explained

Rules for shoppers at supermarkets have frequently changed during the coronavirus pandemic. Here's a round-up of the latest rules from the biggest chains including Tesco, Aldi and Asda

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Burger King names 8 restaurants reopening tomorrow including one drive through

Burger King's plans to get branches open and food being served again have stepped up a notch, with the fast food chain naming eight more branches opening tomorrow and saying when it will be back in every UK city

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HSBC scraps plans for redundancies during coronavirus

Banking giant HSBC was planning to cut tens of thousands of jobs in a move to make it more competitive - those plans are now on hold as the business looks to protect staff and customers during the coronavirus outbreak

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Napolina has launched a new range of frozen pasta and sauces at Iceland

The Italian cooking brand has entered the frozen food category by releasing ten new frozen products, which are exclusively sold at Iceland supermarkets

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Monday, April 27, 2020

Asda launch huge baby event with discounts on nappies, bottles and more

The sale features price cuts on Tommee Tippee, Pampers, Huggies and more top baby brands

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Chancellor says coronavirus furlough scheme could be extended to July

The Government has revealed that more than 4million workers in the UK have now been furloughed, with the chancellor open to a second extension if necessary

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Missguided launch new 'Heroes' t-shirt with all profits going to NHS charities

The online fashion retailer has designed a unisex 'Heroes' t-shirt so that shoppers can show their support for the NHS

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Peperami steps in after dad blocks 4-year-old's Tesco order for 990 sticks

The little boy managed to put in the giant Tesco order on his mum's phone - even bagging a delivery slot - before his dad got hold of it. But when Peperami found out they decided to step in and sent some regardless

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Uber Eats launches Curzon cinema food bundle worth £35 for just £3.50

Get everything from a hotdog, snacks, a Negroni slushie and 50% off a movie of your choice delivered straight to your door this weekend

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Sainsbury's reopens 100 petrol stations this week as it makes price promise

Until now, customers have had to pay via a booth or at the pump, with shoppers unable to pick up essential items from stores due to coronavirus lockdown restrictions

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Heck launch frozen meat range and you can buy them now from these supermarkets

Sainsbury's Waitrose and more major supermarkets are now stocking the latest frozen items from Heck

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Greggs unveils where first 20 stores will reopen and when the rest will follow

The nation's favourite baker is planning a comeback - with 20 Greggs branches set to open next week and 700 more coming shortly afterwards

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New minimum child maintenance payments for all single parents

MP Marion Fellows says an additional standard payment should be offered to families who have had their payments cut due to the crisis after figures found a fifth of families rely on it to stay out of poverty

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All the Amazon free kids content you can get right now

Looking for ways to keep your kids entertained and engaged during the lockdown? We've listed all of the free content suitable for kids available on Amazon right now

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Marks and Spencer’s launch brand-new wine range where prices start from £5

Just when you thought M&S couldn’t get any better, they launch a collection of 15 new bottles of wine including Malbec, Prosecco and Rosé where prices are cheap and the taste hasn't been compromised

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Glossier launch first ever hand cream with donations to hospital workers

Available online now, the new hand cream by Glossier is perfect for hands that are dry because of frequent hand-washing during the Covid-19 crisis

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Asda and Smyths bring back popular giant family paddling pool for summer

The popular paddling pool flew off the shelves last year and is set to be a bestseller again for 2020

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Airbus 'bleeding cash at an unprecedented speed' with 13,500 jobs on the line

Plane-maker Airbus, which employs 13,500 people in the UK, has said the very future of the company is being threatened by the coronavirus lockdown as it bleeds cash at an 'unprecedented' rate

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Urgent police warnings over new Tesco and Morrisons coronavirus scams

Shoppers at Tesco and Morrisons have been issued police warnings over a new round of scams that use coronavirus to trick people into parting with their cash

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Costa Coffee has reopened four branches for takeaway and delivery

The cafe chain has reopened four of its venues for takeaway and delivery amid the coronavirus pandemic

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Amazon cuts the price of Audible membership to just 99p for three months

New customers and selected returning customers can now get three whole months of Audible from Amazon Prime for under £1 - and enjoy hit books that customers can keep forever

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John Lewis gets ready to reopen all 50 stores in by mid May

Department store John Lewis has plans in place that will let it get all its shops open and trading again in a matter of a few weeks, but could leave city-centre branches until last

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Burger King to reopen 10 more UK restaurants

Safety measures at newly opened stores will include face masks and gloves for all workers, training on how to run a hygienic kitchen and social distancing markers

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Boots is donating half a million essential products to NHS frontline workers

The high street chemist is donating patient recuperation packs and essential toiletries for NHS staff working on the frontline

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How and when shops will reopen - latest guidelines after B&Q and Homebase

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab has said that "careful steps" will be needed to ease the coronavirus lockdown - but what will this in entail and when will shops and business be able to open again?

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One job in three at risk of being lost due to the coronavirus crisis

Thousands of firms and potentially millions of jobs won't survive the coronavirus lockown according to a new report looking at which areas and industries will be worst hit

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Poundland gives staff extra week’s holiday as reward for work in lockdown

The extra week off wasn't the only perk offered to staff by bosses at the budget retailer, with shop and warehouse workers are rewarded for their efforts in keeping things going during the coronavirus pandemic

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Sunday, April 26, 2020

You can get hamper full of 27 Cadbury chocolate bars delivered through letterbox

If you're finding lockdown incredibly difficult and are in need of a little chocolate pick-me-up, then this could be the perfect thing for you

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Best sun loungers to turn your outdoor space into a serene sanctuary

Turn your garden into an outdoor sanctuary with these top feet-up-and-flop loungers

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Best aroma diffusers to refresh your home and calm your senses

Fill your home with calming scents and create a relaxing sanctuary

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Poundland's outdoor wine glass holders are perfect for lockdown in garden

Poundland shoppers are loving the shop's bargain-priced outdoor wine glass and bottle holder which is ideal to use in your back garden during lockdown

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Your new renting rights during the coronavirus lockdown

Renters are more likely to see incomes fall and less likely to have pots of money sitting about to rely on if this happens - so it's excellent news that during the coronavirus outbreak new rules have been brought in to protect them

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What not to do during the Covid-19 pandemic as Brits make costly mistakes

Consumer lawyer Dean Dunham lays bare the costly mistakes more and more Brits are making in an attempt to save themselves some money during the coronavirus pandemic

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Saturday, April 25, 2020

Top hay fever treatments you can buy online

Soothe your symptoms with these fast-acting hay fever remedies

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Best video chat platforms for work and play

These are the best video chat platforms and apps worth downloading now, to keep in contact with all of your loved ones and work pals during the lockdown and beyond

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Win the Ultimate ‘Stay At Home’ Giveaway

In recent times most of us have had to make drastic changes to our lifestyle. One of these changes includes many of us becoming resident hairdressers and barbers in our own homes. Get those scissors out!

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Friday, April 24, 2020

What you can can cancel without penalties during lockdown to save money

Whether money's tight or not, continuing to shell out for services you don't need and in some cases can't even use during the coronavirus lockdown makes no sense - this is what you can ditch without fear of comeback

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Holidaymakers handed 'credit notes' for cancelled holidays can swap it for cash

Thousands of travellers have been sent coupons in exchange for holidays that were cancelled due to coronavirus - but what are you rights if you want your actual money back?

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Best dressing gowns for lounging around the house

Stay snug and stylish in the new at-home essential with these top robe choices

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Debenhams to shut four more stores permanently after lockdown finishes

Retailer Debenhams has now named a second batch of stores that will not reopen even after the coronavirus lockdown ends, taking the total number of shops shut permanently to 11

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McDonald's to 're-open in UK' in May but 'only for drive-thru and delivery'

There could be just three weeks left before you can get your hands on a Big Mac again, as reports surface giving the date the burger chain will reopen

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Tesco launch half price Indian takeaway offer and deals on ice cream and alcohol

The weekend is here and it’s been a long ol’ week. So rather than slaving away over the hob and oven, treat yourself and family to some scrummy food, ready in a flash - with pudding and drinks on offer too at Tesco

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Homebase is reopening 20 stores this weekend - the full list

With new social distancing measures in place, DIY and garden store Homebase has said it's opening 20 of its stores up again this weekend - with many more to follow

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Mum transforms tired old stairs for £10 using Poundland buys and DIY skills

A mum from Kent has completely changed the look of her stairs during lockdown - and the whole project cost her and her partner just £10 between them

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Disney is offering 25% off selected Frozen toys and costumes - but not for long

Frozen fans can pick up some impressive bargains on the shopDisney website, but the sale ends on Sunday (April 26)

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Important things to look for in your furlough payslip

On Monday, HMRC opened the portal for the furlough scheme - allowing firms to apply for funding to cover their wages until June 30. But for the majority of workers, pay day will remain the same

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Ryanair boss warns of job losses if flight restrictions continue after May

Chief executive Michael O'Leary said continued restrictions will leave the airline with no choice but to consider job cuts, amid warnings it will not resume flights until the Government pushes back on social distancing guidelines

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Asda delivery man saves pensioner's life when he didn't answer door for shopping

Supermarkets have been on the front line for much of the coronavirus outbreak, working round the clock to keep the nation fed - but as well as getting food to us, some of the staff have been going a lot further

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Zoflora and Dettol issue urgent coronavirus disinfectant warning to shoppers

After Donald Trump suggested disinfectant could be the answer to beating coronavirus, two major manufacturers were forced to issue urgent warnings to shoppers about how they should actually be used

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Cheapest places to buy Animal Crossing: New Horizons online

Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the game exclusive to Nintendo Switch that everyone's been talking about. Find out where to get your hands on the best deals

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Aldi is bringing back its popular log burners and fire pits next week

The budget supermarket's popular fire log burners and fire pits will be available in stores from Sunday, April 26

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Quietest time to visit Lidl and 5 more supermarket changes you need to know

Over the past month, several big supermarkets have implemented new measures to help cope with the coronavirus emergency - here's what's changed at Lidl

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Home Bargains is selling a £23.99 essentials food box to help you in lockdown

It's the cheapest food delivery box we've seen and is stuffed full of store cupboard essentials as well as snacks, longlife goodies and loo roll

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Calls to increase child benefit by £20 a week for families at risk of poverty

It comes as research shows that more than 10million children – in nearly 6million households – are facing financial a crisis due to the pandemic as a result of job and income cuts

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Heinz has added sauces to its new online shop for self-isolators in the UK

The food brand has added a new bundle containing much-loved Heinz sauces to its online shop, which was recently launched to help feed those in coronavirus isolation

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Pret launches ‘produce box’ of cupboard essentials and you can get one for free

Running low on some cupboard essentials or fancy a freshly prepare sandwich for lunch today? Why not treat yourself for absolutely free - and here’s how

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The town that's closed all parks over fears it'll be 'worst hit' by coronavirus

A new report has named the 10 areas most at risk of Covid-19 because of their poverty levels - it's now prompted the local mayor at one of the most vulnerable towns to take drastic action

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All the payment holidays that come into force next week - including payday loans

The Financial Conduct Authority has announced a three-month payment freeze on car finance, buy-now pay-later, rent-to-own and pawnbroking debts to help struggling families during the coronavirus emergency

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Sainsbury's announces new opening times at all stores from Monday

In a letter sent to all customers, boss Mike Coupe said the supermarket will be changing its opening hours from Monday - with convenience stores opening for an extra hour, too

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Thursday, April 23, 2020

Best craft kits for kids that will keep them quiet for hours

Crafty! Super-fun kits the kids will enjoy away from their screens while self-isolating

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Martin Lewis explains who should apply for the new payment holidays from debts

If you're in almost any form of debt you either can, or are just about to be able to, take a holiday from your payments - and Martin Lewis has just explained who needs to ask for one

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Best hot tubs for 2020

Indulge in a little bit of luxury without having to travel too far. These are the best hot tubs for 2020 worth investing in for ultimate relaxation in the garden

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Best cocktail making kits 2020: mix, shake and stir your favourites at home

Whether it's a refreshing Mojito or a sophisticated Martini, we've found the top cocktail making kits worth buying to brush up on your mixology skills

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What McDonald's has done with all its food since it closed stores

On March 23 McDonald's announced all its UK restaurants would close their doors to try and limit the spread of coronavirus - but it didn't just leave the food in them to rot, instead staff found a far better use for it

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Instagram to let people order food from its app to support local restaurants

A new button will be added to let people drooling over stunning snaps of food the ability to buy it without leaving the app, Instagram has said, in an effort to support local restaurants

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Kid orders 990 Peperamis from Tesco on mum's phone and even gets a delivery slot

It turns out getting a delivery slot from Tesco might be child's play after all as one dad discovered when his son put in a rather impressive order using his mum's phone

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How to get your Co-op, Morrisons and M&S groceries delivered through Deliveroo

The popular delivery service has partnered with a number of supermarkets to help people get the essentials they need during lockdown

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Pret A Manger 'in talks for €100million survival loan' amid coronavirus closures

The move comes as the restaurant industry deals with ongoing disruption from the pandemic, which has already seen restaurant chains Carluccio's and Chiquito file for administration

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Best trampolines for kids of all ages that are ideal for summer

Keep the kids happy and moving with these brilliantly bouncy top trampolines

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Aldi creates limited edition doctor and nurse Kevin the Carrot to support NHS

Aldi have created two new versions of their popular Katie and Kevin the Carrot toys as a way to raise money for NHS Charities Together

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The best fake tans that will give you a golden glow whilst you're stuck at home

Even though we’d rather get a tan whilst strolling along the beach or lying in a lounger on the beach, these will help you fake it until you can

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Ocado accused of 'profiteering' from virus by hiking prices and axing discounts

The leaked data shows Ocado raised base prices on 918 products, compared with 840 price rises at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons, Aldi and Lidl combined, in the month to April 8

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Poundland says sales of its £1 pregnancy tests have surged 25% since lockdown

The chain, which has kept most of its stores open to sell essential items, said sales of the kits have gone up by 25% since the measures were introduced at the end of March

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Best activity books for young kids to keep them occupied during lockdown

Beat the boredom with these fun and interactive activity books the kids will love

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B&Q opening hours and new rules in place for all re-opened shops

B&Q has reopened its doors after closing to the public in March due to lockdown measures. The DIY chain says 61 branches are now open for business - but opening times will be shorter

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M&S is selling a new pink version of its Passion Star Martini for only £2

The posh supermarket has launched a new pink version if its best-selling Passion Star Martini - and it sounds delicious

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Thousands pictured outside B&Q as chain eases restrictions and reopens 61 stores

Over the weekend, the DIY favourite revealed it was planning on reopening 14 of its stores as part of a nationwide trial during lockdown restrictions. However, it's now extended this to dozens more stores

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Amazon to launch super-fast grocery delivery service in UK

The new service could see the existing Amazon Fresh service add as a free perk of the Amazon Prime membership

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Latest travel restrictions including when you'll be able to go on holiday again

At the moment, the Government is asking people to avoid all non-essential travel - but when can we expect these rules to be relaxed and will you be able to travel later on in the year?

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Man transforms his kitchen for £91 during lockdown - after being quoted £900

Calum said the project has helped him stay busy during the coronavirus crisis which has resulted in millions of people being stuck at home and unable to visit friends, family or work

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Ryanair says airline won't return to flying if it has to keep middle seats empty

Ryanair planes won’t return to the skies if the airline is forced to keep the middle seat empty to comply with in-flight social distancing rules, its chief executive, Michael O’Leary, has said

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Ryanair tells customers they won't get cash refunds until lockdown ends

Customers who have had their flights cancelled are being offered vouchers or an alternative date free of charge - but for those after their money back, it could be a 120 day wait

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Wednesday, April 22, 2020

100 petrol stations already closed thanks to coronavirus lockdown

With travel restricted to essential journeys only many petrol stations are struggling to stay profitable, with up to 100 already shut and as many as 1,000 at risk

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Where to buy coronavirus face masks - the best places to find them online

People might soon be forced to wear face masks when they head out in public, but is there anywhere left still selling them and which ones are best? We explain all

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Nissan to loan vehicles to NHS workers for free during the coronavirus crisis

The car firm will loan 100 free cars to NHS workers working on the frontline to battle coronavirus

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Best paddling pools and accessories for 2020

Whether you're keeping the kids entertained or just want to cool down in it yourself, we've got the 10 best paddling pools for 2020 below - including some very impressive deals

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Vulnerable shoppers forced to 'wait until 3am' for online delivery slots

Vulnerable shoppers say they're still struggling to secure online delivery slots from the major supermarkets with some staying up through the night to try and get lucky

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Tesco creates 600,000 new delivery slots and starts testing staff for Covid-19

Tesco said it can now make 1million deliveries a week, and will be upping that to 1.2million soon as the supermarket takes action to keep the nation fed and safe during the coronavirus outbreak

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Glossybox launch specially designed beauty box that you can try for free

The latest beauty subscription boxes from Glossybox have swapped their iconic pink box for two special animal print designs filled with five must-have beauty products

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All the ways to keep making money legally if you're put on furlough

Millions and millions of people have been told to stop working during the coronavirus outbreak, while most of their wages are covered by the Government. What you can do to make up the difference legally

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Mindful Chef launch one-off care boxes that can be ordered for next day delivery

The online recipe box service has launched the new initiative that contains food and recipes for three meals that will feed two people

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Very is offering up to 70% off selected women’s clothing and footwear

The online retailer has slashed the price of hundreds of items from its women's ranges, but the sale ends next week

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Single mothers losing out on child maintenance payments because of coronavirus

Many single mums and dads are having their payments suspended during the outbreak, without investigation or the right to appeal it. At a time of job uncertainty and school closures, it's forcing many into poverty

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Nandos to reopen seven city-centre restaurants for NHS workers and charities

Since closing last month, we’ve been missing our peri-peri fix like mad but now it seems NHS workers don’t have to wait much longer

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How to get baby toiletries bundles that cost £30 for half price online

If lockdown is making it even harder to get baby essentials, this baby bundle offer will ensure you get supplies delivered to your door for less

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Savvy bargain hunter shares secret trick to save thousands of pounds on shopping

Stephanie Walters, 61, from Wilmslow, Cheshire, never likes paying the full price for items, but she donates what she saves to charity as she just sees it as "free money"

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Post Office will now drop cash to your door the day after it's ordered

People stuck at home can get money sent straight to their door after the Post Office turned its travel money business into a service for people stuck at home and shielding

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"DWP sanctioned me during coronavirus - and left me without a penny to live on"

Exclusive: The Clark family said they waited weeks for their payment after the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) announced plans to freeze benefit sanctions under emergency measures last month

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How to get £95 cashback when you pre-order new iPhone SE with Carphone Warehouse

Ready for an upgrade or fancy treating yourself to a new phone? Carphone Warehouse has all the latest deals on the new Apple iPhone SE including how you can get cashback

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Heinz is donating thousands of free baby meals to NHS and frontline workers

The American food brand is donating baby food to over 60 NHS Trusts and healthcare sites, helping to save them valuable time and money during the coronavirus crisis

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Magnum are giving away free boxes of ice cream with Deliveroo this Friday

Bored of baking? Then why not try your hand at creating and decorating ice cream instead - and for absolutely free

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Aldi joins free school meals voucher scheme to help struggling families

The supermarket said parents will now be able to redeem £15-a-week supermarket vouchers from stores nationwide during the coronavirus outbreak - here's how it works

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Sportswear chain Animal becomes latest coronavirus high street casualty

EXCLUSIVE: The alternative fashion chain is set to become the latest coronavirus high street victim, with plans to close its remaining branches and website by next year

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I ordered the £24.99 Aldi food box but it didn't arrive as I hoped

Aldi's sell-out food box contains 22 essential products including tinned soup, rice and pasta for £24.99 - with each parcel also including antibacterial handwash and a four-pack of toilet roll

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Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Holidaymakers have 'no idea if or when they'll see their money again'

Despite laws in place saying firms have to give people money back if a holiday is cancelled, Brits are struggling to get hold of their cash and being palmed off with potentially worthless vouchers instead

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Barclays to offer customers new £750 interest-free overdrafts

The move from Barclays to offer £750 interest-free overdraft buffers comes into force after its current plan waive charges for customers entirely ends

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Nando's, Burger King and Gordon Ramsey restaurants sign plea for 9 month support

A new letter to the chancellor argues that rent relief is needed until 2021, as it could take up to a year for hospitality businesses to bounce back from lockdowns and social distancing coronavirus measures

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Companies with a hiring surge right now named in new service

While the jobs market struggles and firms go bust during the coronavirus lockdown, a string of major companies have instead stepped up their hiring process

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Amazon to give all UK workers a pay rise after being ordered to close in France

UK boss Doug Gurr wrote to customers on Tuesday explaining that the online retail giant has also upgraded its warehouses to Government standards on social distancing after workers raised concerns over warehouse conditions

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Billions of Government money unspent as firms across the UK struggle to survive

As small firms across the UK face the real prospect of bankruptcy, almost half the £12billion in grants designed to support them during lockdown sits unspent in the Treasury's accounts

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All of the shops that have now reopened online after closing due to coronavirus

Several stores made the decision to close their websites last month, after Boris Johnson urged all non-essential retailers to take action to help stop the spread of coronavirus. Now, some of them are back in business

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Amazon selling bumper packs of Andrex and shoppers debate if it's a good deal

Online bargain-hunters have been debating the deal on the bumper pack of toilet paper from Amazon that is currently still in stock

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Aldi relaunches back Big Mac style sauce for just 75p - in time for the weekend

Ready for making your very own McDonald’s at home, the delicious burger sauce is back for summer

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Lovehoney slash 18% off best-selling toys and lingerie for 18th birthday

For one day only, Lovehoney is offering savings on its best-selling sex toys and lingerie to celebrate its 18th birthday

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Pre-order the iPhone SE with EE and get £85 back - here's how

If you're looking to snap up the new Apple iPhone SE, you might want to consider opting for an EE monthly plan in order to get this bargain deal

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Cath Kidston permanently shuts all 60 UK stores costing more than 900 jobs

All of the fashion chain's UK shops will shut as part of a deal its owners have done to close retail outlets but keep the brand alive online - just 32 members of staff out of almost 1,000 will keep their jobs

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Martin Lewis - the one thing you should apply for if you're struggling for money

Under the scheme - which has already had more than 120,000 sign ups - the Treasury will cover up to 80% of wages, up to £2,500 a month, but not everyone qualifies for it

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Car insurance firm to hand back £110million to UK drivers on lockdown

The refund will see the owners of more than 4 million cars, vans and bikes get money back from their insurance providers as people restrict car use to essential journeys and the number of accidents plummets

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Sainsbury's release Volunteer Shopping Card for up to £250 to help those in need

To make sure those who are elderly, disabled or considered too vulnerable to leave the house during coronavirus, Sainsbury’s have introduced an volunteer shopping card

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Quietest times to go to the supermarket - how to avoid queues and crowds

Here are the best times to shop at UK supermarkets including Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's and Morrisons

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Easyjet reinstates cash refunds after offering vouchers for cancelled holidays

The airline has been under intense pressure to bring back its online form, which was removed after most of its flights were cancelled due to coronavirus in March

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Primark 'planning post-lockdown bumper sale' after building up £1.5bn of stock

With no retail website to shift stock, Primark has built up a mountain of unsold items while stores are closed - and that could mean the mother of all sales once shops are allowed to open again

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Iceland report surge in sales of 'fakeaway' items from Nandos, Greggs and more

During lockdown Brits are recreating their favourite takeaway dishes at home thanks to these supermarket dupes from Iceland

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John Lewis furloughs another 12,000 store workers

The upmarket household chain said it's placed thousands more workers on paid leave - as 50 branches remain closed in response to the deadly coronavirus outbreak

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Richard Branson offers to sacrifice his Caribbean island to save Virgin Atlantic

With the airline's survival in doubt, the billionaire has pledged to reportage his Necker Island home in the Caribbean. It comes just hours after Virgin Australia entered voluntary administration

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Five Guys reopen a selection of stores across the UK for delivery and collection

The UK’s favourite burger chain is opening a total of seven extra stores to the 13 that have remained open during Coronavirus crisis.

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Asda and Aldi introduce 'no touch' policy in face of coronavirus pandemic

A new warning to shoppers, Asda explains that it is hoping to prevent the further spread of coronavirus is by asking customers to only touch items that they intend to purchase

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Branson says 'it's not the end' for Virgin Australia as it enters administration

Virgin Australia’s stock market listing has been suspended and is close to insolvency, with Deloitte lined up to take the appointment after it went into voluntary administration in the early hours of Tuesday morning

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Monday, April 20, 2020

JD Sports has launched a huge sale online and there’s savings of up to 50%

Customers can save up to 50% on sale items at JD Sports - including Nike, Adidas and Puma

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Scams to watch out for during lockdown as coronavirus conmen target more Brits

Criminals are exploiting locked down Brits with ever-more sophisticated scams aimed at parting people from their cash - these are the latest cons catching people out

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Best Amazon Echo deals for April 2020 as Echo Dot and Echo Plus prices slashed

Discover the cheapest places to buy an Amazon Echo device and all the latest deals and discounts online in our guide

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Subway donates over a quarter of a million subs to frontline key workers

Since the temporary closure of Subway stores, over 250,000 Subs, salads and wraps have been donated by Franchise Owners to frontline workers within their local communities

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Free laptops for children from low-income families to help study during lockdown

The move comes as more and more lessons and other learning materials are placed online to help cover essential education while schools are closed during lockdown

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Wahaca boss warns half of restaurants are at risk of going into administration

MasterChef winner Thomasina Miers has spoken out on the future of the hospitality sector after it emerged Parisian coffee chain Le Pain Quotidien could be the next coronavirus high street casualty

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Pizza Express leaks exact recipe and method to make classic Margherita at home

With restaurants closed for at least another three weeks, Pizza Express has decided to give fans a treat and leaked the exact recipe and method needed to make its classic Margherita pizza at home

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Morrisons launches Ramadan essentials food box for £35 - available from today

Brand new to the supermarket chain, they are launching a box with essentials to get consumers through Ramadan

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Emergency coronavirus appeal launched to help 7million forgotten unpaid carers

Carers Trust said thousands of unpaid carers in the UK, many of whom are very young, are suffering from isolation and health issues as they work around the clock

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Morrisons to extend opening hours from today to shorten queues

Queues to get into Morrisons should start falling after the supermarket extended opening hours starting this week - but customers aren't entirely happy about it

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Virgin Atlantic warns may collapse without '£500 million loan'

In an open letter to Virgin Group employees, majority owner Sir Richard Branson said the airline needs Government support to be able to survive the ongoing coronavirus crisis

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Can your boss delay your salary because of furlough - payday rues explained

The jobs retention scheme, announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak, allows employers to claim for a cash grant of up to 80% of wages, capped at £2,500 a month - but when will you be paid?

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Petrol prices drop 11p but drivers missing out on far bigger savings

Petrol stations are not passing on the full benefit of drops in the price of oil, with drivers missing out on as much as 10p a litre when they fill up as forecourts keep the change

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Best laptop deals for April 2020 - including discounts on the Apple MacBook Pro

New laptops don't come cheap - but there are some very good discounts out there. We've picked out our favourite laptop deals to snap up this month and it includes Apple MacBook Pro

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Metro Bank to hand more than £10million in overdraft payments back to customers

More than 100,000 customers should get money back after Metro Bank was found to have broken the rules about how to alert people when they were reaching overdraft limits

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Best UK SIM only deals for March 2020 including insanely cheap 80GB data deal

All the top April 2020 SIM-only plans starting from under £10 a month if you're wanting to change your mobile phone contract to a better value deal

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Bakery chain Le Pain Quotidien on brink of collapse amid coronavirus closures

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story

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NHS discounts available for frontline workers - including your weekly food shop

Frontline workers are being offered free care packs, supermarket discounts and even access to staff reductions as they fight to tackle the coronavirus crisis - here's our guide to all of the help available

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Disney to stop paying 100,000 workers this week due to coronavirus shutdown

The company said it will provide full healthcare benefits for staff placed on unpaid leave and urged its US employees to apply for state support through the Government's coronavirus stimulus package

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Papa John’s releases Scrolls recipe so you can make them at home during lockdown

Missing the taste and fancy recreating Papa John's Scrolls at home? Well now you can in just a few easy steps!

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What furlough means - and whether you can be made redundant while on it

The Government recently extended its jobs retention scheme to help protect millions of jobs - here's what you need to know, including the risks associated with it

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Furlough scheme opens today - who qualifies and how businesses can apply

The Treasury said the system, which goes live at 08:00 on Monday, can process up to 450,000 applications an hour - adding that employers should receive the money within six working days

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Sunday, April 19, 2020

Best iPhone SE cases and accessories

Managed to get your hands on the new iPhone SE? These are the best cases we've found to protect them; along with some neat accessories to make the most of your new phone

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Louis Vuitton is selling fitness equipment - with dumbbells costing £1,730

Luxury brand Louis Vuitton offers fitness equipment including dumbbells, skipping ropes and volleyballs - but they come with a very designer price tag

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10 ways to cut your bills during the coronavirus crisis from car costs to energy

Our 10-step plan could help you slash more than £4,000 off your annual bills – and we’ve got a couple of ways you could make a bit of extra money to help boost your household budget

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Saturday, April 18, 2020

Your gift card and refund rights when a company goes into administration

With Debenhams going into administration, Office going up for sale and Laura Ashley closing 70 stores, we asked consumer expert Martyn James to take a look at your rights

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Best beard trimmers 2020: keep your facial hair in check

For the perfect shave, and orderly stubble or just to keep everything looking tidy - we've listed 10 of the top beard trimmers for every beard and budget in our roundup

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B&Q to reopen 14 stores across the UK - here are the list of locations

The DIY chain has been closed since the end of March after the UK was put into coronavirus lockdown

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Friday, April 17, 2020

'We sold our dilapidated home during coronavirus - without a single viewing'

Teresa Baker, 71, of Wickford, Essex, had the challenge of selling her parent’s 60-year-old, unrenovated and long-term empty home in the midst of a shut-down housing market

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Love Holidays tells GP he'll only get a 50% voucher for cancelled family break

The NHS worker from Lincolnshire said he's spent countless hours on the phone to Love Holidays, and has now been advised that he won't receive a penny back for the flights he paid

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Best Tassimo coffee machines for barista style coffee at home

Missing your daily Starbucks or Costa fix? We've found the best Tassimo machines to help you create perfect, barista style coffees from the comfort of your kitchen

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150,000 Brits will still miss out on government help for the self-employed

Latest Government figures show that by the end of last year, there were more than five million self-employed people in the UK, up from 3.2million exactly a decade ago

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Supermarket app tells you how long the queue is at your local store in real time

Social distancing means shoppers now need to queue two metres apart outside supermarkets, waiting for access on a one-in-one-out system - but one computer expert reckons he has a solution

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How to write a will as demand surges during the coronavirus pandemic

There's been a big increase in people getting their affairs in order during the coronavirus outbreak - but lockdown measures to slow the virus have resulted in some changes to how it's done

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Debenhams to close seven stores after lockdown with hundreds of jobs at risk

Retailer Debenhams, which has filed for administration twice this year, said it is in talks to save most of its estate - however it has now named the first batch of stores that will not reopen after the coronavirus lockdown

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Papa John's is offering 50% off pizzas when you spend £20 or more

The timely offer means hungry customers can get their takeaway for less this weekend

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Kodak is selling the world's largest puzzle to keep you busy during lockdown

If you're looking for something to do to help you pass the time during lockdown, then Kodak might just have the perfect activity for you

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Amazon now offer free Kindle Unlimited trial for 60 days - here’s how to get it

To keep you entertained during lockdown and catch up on some reading, Kindle Unlimited users can now have access to unlimited reading, audiobooks and subscriptions to selected magazine titles too

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When the Government's furlough scheme ends - and whether it will be extended

On March 20, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a new Coronavirus Jobs Retention Scheme to help secure the pay of thousands of workers - but what happens if firms are still unable to pay their staff after it ends? We take a look

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Martin Lewis issues important energy bill warning as usage soars during lockdown

With more than nine million workers home on furlough and all schools closed for the foreseeable future, family bills are soaring, especially on energy - and now is the time to take action

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Aldi delivery boxes sell out in minutes - but shoppers are not entirely happy

It's fair to say the move from Aldi to offer essential food boxes for home delivery broke new ground for the budget retailer, but not everyone was happy with the result

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Deliveroo are now delivering your favourite cocktails to your door

Missing the taste of your much loved cocktail and you can’t seem to get the ratio right at home? Well fear not as Bacardi and Deliveroo have teamed up to drop off cocktails from the nation’s best bars

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New Look is offering 25% off summer ranges - including dresses and swimwear

The retailer has slashed the price of women's and men's summer styles in time for the warm season

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All the Apple iPhone SE pre-order dealz going live from today

Apple revealed its latest affordable iPhone SE and now the new smartphone is available to pre-order from major networks and retailers like Carphone Warehouse and Sky Mobile

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Many supermarket prices soaring during lockdown - but some goods are now cheaper

The greatest price increase was seen on pet food, which has risen by 8.4% over the past month, followed by rice which increased by 5.8% since the Government introduced a widespread coronavirus lockdown

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Coronavirus pension mistake could make you poorer for decades

With money tight the temptation to dip into your savings at the moment is huge - but pick the wrong pot and you could be left counting the cost for years and years to come

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Primark donates 74,000 items to NHS heroes on frontline at Nightingale hospital

The coronavirus care packs contain underwear, leggings, T-shirts, footwear and towels and will be used by medical staff who are frequently working back-to-back shifts or living away from home, as well as patients who need a change of clothes or toiletries

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Martin Lewis opens doors to incredible home to film vital show during lockdown

After weeks of walking to the studio to offer viewers important updates on the latest financial support available to them during coronavirus, Martin Lewis filmed last night's show from his home - with a little help from his wife

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Krispy Kreme reopening factory to provide doughnuts to NHS and essential workers

Krispy Kreme has reopened its first production site to serve key workers free doughnuts

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Payday loans made interest-free for a month for anyone struggling in lockdown

New rules have been laid out to protect payday loan customers from losing out financially as a result of the coronavirus lockdown - including an interest-free one-month extension

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Sky Mobile pre-order costs for all-new iPhone SE announced

Sky Mobile have announced costs for the newest iPhone that shoppers will be able to pre-order today from 1pm

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Ben & Jerrys launch popcorn ice cream flavour and it's available at Sainsbury's

Available now at UK supermarkets, Ben & Jerry’s Moo-phoria Poppin’ Popcorn ice cream is the perfect treat to enjoy whilst staying in during lockdown

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Car finance, payday loan & rent-to-own customers to get 3-month payment holidays

The new plans will see payments suspended for up to three months for anyone struggling thanks to the impact of coronavirus - with even Klarna-style buy-now-pay-later deals and pawnbrokers covered

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Thursday, April 16, 2020

Which Pret stores have re-opened across London for takeaway and delivery?

10 Pret stores have opened in London which are close to hospitals to support healthcare workers and the homeless including 50% off for the rest of the month for NHS staff and frontline workers

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Amazon is selling a jungle-themed paddling pool with an inflatable dinosaur

If you need a way to keep the little ones entertained over summer, then the jungle-themed paddling pool by Intex is ideal

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L’Oréal donates 500,000 hygiene products and hand sanitisers to NHS staff

In an effort to protect those key workers and NHS staff, L'Oreal UK and Ireland are donating products like shampoo, hand sanitiser and body wash

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One million council workers offered 2.75% pay rise amid coronavirus pandemic

This pay offer will not apply to council chief executives, senior officers, teachers or firefighters, who are covered by separate national pay arrangements, unions said

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You can now buy Marks and Spencer’s Passion Star Martini in a bottle for £5

After Wiley filmed the popular cocktail on his Instagram feed, it seems he's a huge fan of the M&S delight just as much as we are - and we're living for it

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One million pub and hotel jobs at risk unless furlough is extended to July

The hospitality sector has warned that without an extension until summer 2020, hundreds of thousands of workers could find themselves redundant and without an income

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Why Primark doesn't do online shopping and secrets from inside budget chain

Many people have turned to online shopping since the coronavirus Covid-19 lockdown, but the popular highstreet giant Primark doesn't give people that option

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Iceland 'treated NHS staff like lepers’ telling them to buy anything they touch

A paramedic has said he was treated like a leper by Iceland after being told to buy anything he touched in store, the chain later apologised to him and changed its advice

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Aldi launches new online food shopping service to help struggling families

The discount supermarket said it's launched a new online food box service - allowing shoppers to order pre-packed hampers containing 22 essential items in one go

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Big changes coming to your easyJet flight when they start up again

When travel restrictions are finally lifted you might well notice some pretty big changes the next time you book a trip with easyJet, the airline's boss has said

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Iceland unveil ice creams inspired by retro sweets - including Dib Dab and Flump

The frozen food chain has announced it will be selling a new range of Barratt ice creams and lollies inspired by popular retro sweets

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Do Insurance Companies Share Claims History?

Insurance Link is a database used by most insurers in Ireland to share claims history and to prevent fraud.

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Deliveroo giving NHS workers free meals at home during coronavirus pandemic

From today, NHS workers will be eligible to receive a £20 voucher for Deliveroo, which will cover both the cost of the meal and delivery, so they are able to order and eat for free, up to a value of £20

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TM Lewin goes up for sale as coronavirus continues to hit the high street

The London-based retailer, founded in 1898, has been placed up for sale, just a day after the collapse of fashion chains Oasis and Warehouse who have now gone into administration

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Burger King and Pret join KFC by reopening for takeaway and delivery

Fast food favourites Burger King and Pret are starting to come back online - opening up kitchens for deliveries and take aways as well as supplying meals for key workers

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How To Remain Productive When Working From Home

With working from home now the norm for most of us, it is important to not let it destroy your productivity.

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High street chains slash prices online in a bid to shift stock during lockdown

The Coronavirus is wreaking havoc on retail businesses across the UK, and as a result major chains like Topshop, H&M and Currys are slashing prices to encourage shoppers to buy online

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Dyson launch huge spring sale and there's savings of up to £75

The timely sale is ideal for anyone wanting to deep clean their home while stuck inside

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Places jobs are most at risk as a result of the coronavirus outbreak

While the whole country has been affected by the coronavirus pandemic, some places will feel the effects more strongly than others. And places where jobs are most at risk have been names

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Wednesday, April 15, 2020

How To Remain Productive When Working From Home

With working from home now the norm for most of us, it is important to not let it destroy your productivity.

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Oasis and Warehouse collapse into administration with 2,300 jobs at risk

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story

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Asda changes its opening times at stores across the UK

From Wednesday, stores will be open for longer across the UK. It comes after the supermarket giant after temporarily reduced trading times to help cope with demand last month, after a surge in panic-buying

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Pretty Little Thing is offering 40% off selected items - but not for long

If you need to refresh your wardrobe, online fashion retailer Pretty Little Thing has dropped the price of several new season pieces - but the sale ends soon

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Government changes rules on who can be furloughed and who can't

The Government has acted to change the rules meaning more people are eligible to claim furlough cash - potentially saving thousands of jobs

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'Half of the UK's high street chains to be in administration by August'

Laura Ashley, Carluccios, Brighthouse, Cath Kidston and Debenhams have already collapsed into administration - with Oasis and Warehouse also set to join the list this week

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Baileys Orange Truffle and vegan Almande flavours slashed to £11 online

Fan of Baileys? Find out where to stock up on special flavours of the popular Irish liqueur for less online now

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Quietest times to shop have changed at Tesco, Aldi, Asda and Sainsbury's

Changes in supermarket opening hours and stock availability mean people are now shopping at different times - which means this is now when you need to head out to beat the queues

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Where to buy a webcam and what retailers still have stock

Looking for essentials to add to your work from home haul? Here's where you can find the best deals on webcams and which retailers that still some available

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Abta finally speaks out on holiday refunds after families told to accept coupons

It comes as thousands of passengers remain out of pocket over cancelled holidays, with many being offered alternative dates and vouchers instead of their legal right to a full refund

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The Ideal Father Ted Road Trip

Have you ever wondered where Father Ted was filmed? Explore our interactive map as we recommend the ultimate Father Ted Road Trip.

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Wowcher giving away free toilet roll and hand sanitiser to vulnerable customers

The deals site is offering a free 'essentials bundle' to vulnerable customers during the UK lockdown

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Co-op and Coca-Cola issue urgent product recalls over E. coli and other fears

Sliced meat and 1.5-litre bottles are on the list of products you need to return for your own safety, the latest Food Standards Agency report warns customers

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Free school meal vouchers "fiasco" with families unable to feed kids over Easter

Children qualify for the scheme if their parents receive Universal Credit, provided the annual net earned income isn't above £7,400, Income Support, Income based Employment and Support Allowance, Income based Job Seekers Allowance or Child Tax Credit

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How to get a Pizza Hut takeaway worth £15 for free during lockdown

Treat yourself or your whole family to a takeaway from Pizza Hut while in lockdown - here's how

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Can my boss force me to take holiday during the coronavirus lockdown?

All but essential travel is currently banned, but some firms are telling staff they have to take holiday now. We explain your rights if you're told to take leave

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All the KFC stores that have re-opened across the UK for delivery

Yes - our prayers have been answered and having a Bargain Bucket back in our lives could be closer that we first thought as KFC re-open 11 stores, but for delivery only

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Morrisons is selling leftover Easter eggs for only 25p in selected stores

The supermarket has launched a huge Easter egg sale, with seasonal chocolates now priced at 25p at certain stores

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Aldi launch vegan ‘steak bake’ for £1.19 and it is in stores now

Giving the leading bakery a run for its money, Aldi have now created and launched their very own vegan steak bake which is out now in your nearest - and it will cost you less than £1.20 for two.

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Office goes up for sale as it becomes latest coronavirus high street victim

It comes amid warnings that both Warehouse and Oasis could fold into administration on Wednesday, three weeks after the two fashion chains put themselves on the market

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Furlough pay day named - the date the first cash is being released

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has given the exact date people can apply for wages to pay staff on furlough - and it's less than a week away

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M&S launch Percy Pig ice cream in time for summer - and it sounds delicious

The new frozen treat tastes just like Percy Pig sweets

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Supermarket delivery rights explained - what they can legally do to your order

Delivery cancelled? Order changed? Inappropriate substitution? With more of us reliant on supermarket deliveries than ever before, consumer rights expert Martyn James explains exactly what they can and can't do to your order

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Tuesday, April 14, 2020

Millions of UK households 'owed total of £1.7bn by energy suppliers'

A survey by Uswitch.com revealed 13 million households who pay a monthly direct debit are owed huge sums as monthly payments are higher than useage

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House prices set to tumble 13% this year due to coronavirus uncertainty

The knock on effects of the Government lockdown measures will send shockwaves through almost every town, city and industry in the UK - with the property market set to take a huge hit

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Families face 7-day delays for free school meal supermarket vouchers

Parents of children in receipt of free school meals are being handed £15 vouchers to help cover their supermarket expenses during the coronavirus outbreak - but for many, it could be a long wait

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Amazon ordered to stop deliveries in France over health and safety fears

French trade union, Sud, said the online retailer has been told to limit deliveries to just essential goods to allow for a deeper assessment of coronavirus risks at warehouses across the country

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John Lewis offering up to 50% off women's clothing, shoes and accessories online

High street chain John Lewis has dropped prices across a number of women's wear categories on its website, from clothing to accessories

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Plane tickets could double after lockdown as worldwide flights drop 80%

With planes trapped on the ground and holiday building up, experts have said the second the skies reopen we could see the cost of a ticket double

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Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Lidl and Waitrose issue recalls on chocolates and more

Customers who have any of the following items are being urged to return them to their local supermarket for a full refund, the Food Standards Agency has warned

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Walker’s teams up with leading UK takeaway chains to create new crisp flavours

Walker’s crisps have teamed up with leading UK takeaway chains like Nando's, Pizza Express and Yo! Sushi to create the new flavours

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Tesco slash the price of leftover Easter eggs by 75% and prices start from 18p

The supermarket has dropped the price of its leftover Easter eggs by 75%, meaning you can snap one up for pennies

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Oasis and Warehouse 'set to enter administration' putting 2,300 jobs at risk

Insolvency experts are being lined up to handle the administration process of the two fashion chains with the official announcements less than 24 hours away, according to reports

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Tui passenger in limbo over £5,500 refund for cancelled holiday

Nichola Gristock, who suffers from PTSD, was due to travel to celebrate her retirement after 26 years in the military. She says she's been left devastated by the way her claim has bee handled

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Lotus Biscoff launch three new biscuits and they're available at Tesco

The three new biscuits contain fillings that taste of Biscoff cream, vanilla and milk chocolate

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Co-op's £5 'freezer filling' deal is back and perfectly feeds a family of four

If you’re struggling this month already as your pay may have taken a hit, Co-op’s on hand to help you feed your family for £5 with a whole range of delicious frozen goods

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Morrisons opens new phone line for vulnerable people with 24-hour delivery

Customers can choose from a 'takeaway' menu of 47 essential groceries with options including milk, butter, eggs, potatoes, pasta, bananas, cornflakes and flour

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Waitrose release e-gift cards for NHS volunteers to buy food for those isolating

Waitrose has launched an e-gift card to help NHS volunteers shop for those who are deemed elderly, vulnerable or having to self-isolate during the Coronavirus pandemic

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ADVERTORIAL: A £2 bet on the £8m Irish Lotto jackpot comes with a special welcome bonus*

A chance to win on scratchcards!

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More than 1.2million people already taking mortgage holidays

As many as one mortgage holder in nine is currently paying nothing back to their bank as lenders lay bare just how many people have taken mortgage holidays

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Leon delivers essential food boxes to your door and all profits go to the NHS

The restaurant chain has launched a new 'Feed Britain' online delivery service - and prices start from £22.50

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Wizz Air announces 1,000 redundancies as it cuts 19% of workforce

The airline announced the redundancies as it revealed a multi-million pound loss and a 97% fall in operations during the coronavirus travel lockdown

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Next reopens to start selling clothes again - but only online

You can buy clothes from Next again from today after the fashion chain reopened operations online - but you'll need to get in quick as it's limiting orders each day

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Monday, April 13, 2020

Woman forced to accept £1,100 holiday voucher because of 'no refunds' rule

The past month has seen thousands of flights cancelled due to coronavirus, with many passengers being told to rebook or claim a refund. But some travel agents aren't playing by the book

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Firms call for urgent extension of furlough to prevent thousands of job cuts

According to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), as many as 9million UK workers could end up on furlough due to the coronavirus pandemic - a number that could soon join unemployment figures

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Harry Potter cauldron bath bomb will change colour and sort you into a house

A Harry Potter bath bomb will sort you into either Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw or Hufflepuff by slowly revealing a pin with the badge of one of the magical houses

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Best washing machines to invest in if yours needs replacing in 2020

Looking for a new washing machine? Why not try one of these top models which comes with energy efficient features that will save you money in the long run

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Gran, 87 receives Morrisons food box from hell - but chain refuses to help

Exclusive: David Webster from Norfolk purchased the hamper to help get his mother, who lives 240 miles away, access to food during the coronavirus crisis. However, when it arrived, the entire delivery was destroyed

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All of the Amazon freebies available during the coronavirus pandemic

The online retail giant is offering households a range of complimentary services to help them get through lockdown - including free TV shows, films and audio books whether you have Prime or not

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Morrisons extends opening times so you can shop at quieter times during outbreak

The grocer, which has introduced social distancing measures outside all of its stores, said branches will be open for longer from Tuesday, April 14, to allow shoppers to visit at quieter times

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Virgin Atlantic confirms fresh wave of flight cancellations due to coronavirus

The airline said it will not carry out any passenger flights for a week in April - and will operate as a cargo-only service instead to help speed up medical supplies to NHS hospitals in the UK

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Post Office launches voucher scheme to help isolated people access cash safely

Self-isolating or vulnerable people affected by the coronavirus pandemic will be able to withdraw cash quickly from their normal accounts through any local Post Office branch, with the help of a friend, family member, carer or local support worker

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Next to reopen website after closing warehouses for two weeks

The high street fashion chain was one of the few retailers to temporarily stop online trading last month, after the Government introduced strict lockdown measures

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Tesco introduces 6 big changes you'll notice the next time you go shopping

The company's CEO Dave Lewis announced the changes in an email to Tesco customers, describing the current situation across the country as "difficult for everyone"

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Sunday, April 12, 2020

Why you should absolutely not renew your car insurance during lockdown

With travel restricted to essential journeys and millions now working from home, it makes no sense at all to keep paying full price for insurance and tax. This is how to legally slash those costs

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Council tax holidays coming to 100,000s of homes - how to check if you’re one

The last thing families struggling with the impact of coronavirus need is a council tax bill landing on their doorstep. But the good news is that many will be able to ask for a holiday - how to tell if you qualify

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Saturday, April 11, 2020

Mobile network EE gives free unlimited data to NHS staff for the next six months

EE said all NHS staff on pay monthly contracts will get free unlimited data for six months to give them "one less thing to worry about" during the coronavirus crisis

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Morrisons Easter 2020 opening times including Bank Holiday Monday

Wondering if Morrisons will be open on Easter Sunday and bank holiday Monday? Read our guide for full opening and closing times over the Easter break

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Waitrose Easter 2020 opening times including Bank Holiday Monday

If you're planning to head in store to stock up on Easter eggs, check Easter opening times for your local Waitrose store

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Aldi Easter 2020 opening times for Easter Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday

Heading to Aldi this weekend? Find out when your local store will open and close on Easter Sunday and Bank holiday Monday

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Lidl Easter 2020 opening times including Bank Holiday Monday

Quick dash to the shops on the cards this Easter? Check when Lidl stores will open and close over the Bank Holiday weekend

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Co-op Easter 2020 opening times including Bank Holiday Monday

If you're planning a trip to Co-op, this is when stores will open and close across the UK during the Easter weekend

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Asda Easter 2020 opening times including Easter Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday

Asda stores are already operating different opening times than usual, so check timings for the Easter weekend before heading out

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Tesco Easter 2020 opening times including Bank Holiday Monday

If you're planning a trip to your local Tesco store this weekend, here are all the opening and closing time details

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Easter 2020 supermarket opening hours for all major chains over the weekend

Whatever your local supermarket of choice and whatever you need to pick up, make sure you check the times before you head out this weekend

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Sainsbury's Easter 2020 opening times including Bank Holiday Monday

Find out when your local Sainsbury's store will be open over the Easter weekend

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Iceland Easter 2020 opening times including Bank Holiday Monday

Find out when Iceland stores will open and close across the UK over the Easter weekend

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Coronavirus lockdown until June could save every UK household hundreds of pounds

Being forced to stay home means you're actually forced to cut out takeaway coffees and pre-made lunches - but while some save on commutes, not everyone will do as well under an enforced lockdown

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Friday, April 10, 2020

Money-saving plan that could put families at risk of ruin during coronavirus

With hours cut and staff put on furlough, it can be tempting to claw back all the cash you can - but make this mistake on your pension and you risk far more than just a slightly poorer retirement

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Supermarkets in Easter egg price war as some slash 60% off chocolate eggs

Britain’s biggest grocer Tesco fired the first salvo with big brands like Aero Easter Egg (124g) knocked down from £1.50 to 75p

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How to get £15 off a Pizza Hut takeaway this weekend

Treating yourself to a takeaway this Easter weekend? Here's how you can save money on Pizza Hut orders with this cashback offer

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Best educational books for toddlers

It's never too soon to start learning. Power their little minds with fun activity books that include all of the fundamentals they'll need to start their early education

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Best online education courses

If you're stuck for things to keep you occupied in the lockdown, why not treat yourself to learning some new skills? These are the top online course to keep you busy

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Best Easter egg deals from Tesco, Asda, M&S and more

Supermarkets across the UK have a huge array of Easter eggs and there are plenty of offers to take advantage of

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Best period pants in the UK 2020

An environmentally friendly solution to pads, tampons or menstrual cups, these are the best period pants you can try out now. Including popular options ModiBodi and Thinx

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Jägermeister is selling bath bombs so you can relive big nights out at home

If you're missing nights out during the coronavirus lockdown then Jägermeister may have come up with just the answer by creating a bath bomb containing real Jäger

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10 best at home blood pressure monitors for 2020

Having issues checking your blood pressure? We've found ten of the most accurate blood pressure monitors suitable for home use, so you can always keep track of your health

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Currys PC World launch huge Easter sale and it includes Samsung, Dyson and LG

The electrical retailer is offering savings of up to 40% on a range of top brands - but you can only shop the sale online

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Aldi apologises to shoppers as it removes popular items from stores

By Tuesday opening hours will be back to normal and buying restrictions lifted at Aldi - but there's something that's still missing from stores

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Big supermarkets all shut on Easter Sunday meaning massive queues on Saturday

A combination of Sunday trading laws and coronavirus restrictions mean if you're planning to head to the shops on Saturday, you can expect to spend a very long time indeed waiting to be let in

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TUI, Ryanair and Jet2 unveil dates flights and holidays start again

Airlines have been cancelling flights - but only up to a point. Here's when schedules of some of the main airlines and holiday providers are due to recommence

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Thursday, April 9, 2020

Debenhams enters administration putting 22,000 jobs at risk

The department store said the move was designed to protect as many staff as possible, but added that its Irish stores would stay closed even after lockdown ends there

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Universal Credit claimants sent urgent message by DWP as millions more sign up

More than 1.2million people have applied for Universal Credit in the past three weeks after the Government increased the allowance by £1,000 and told households struggling due to coronavirus to apply for financial aid

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Asda Easter 2020 opening hours: What time is Asda open today on Good Friday?

Eager to find out when Asda will be opening its stores over Easter? Here are full details of when the chain will be open during the holiday

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Waitrose Easter 2020 opening hours: What time is Waitrose open on Good Friday?

Waitrose will be operating with slightly different opening hours than normal over Easter. Find out more here

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Lidl Easter 2020 opening hours: Is Lidl open on Good Friday?

Need to pop into your nearest Lidl? Make sure you check the supermarket's Easter opening times before you head off

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Co-op Easter 2020 opening hours: What time is Co-op open on Good Friday?

If you were thinking of going to your local Co-op over Easter, here's when the supermarket will be open

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Sainsbury's Easter 2020 opening hours: Is Sainsbury's open on Good Friday?

Whether you need to pick up some hot cross buns or a pint of milk on Easter, here's when Sainsbury's supermarkets will be open over the Easter break

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ADVERTORIAL: Iceland Easter 2020 opening hours: What time is Iceland open on Good Friday?

Iceland is well stocked with Easter goodies like chocolate eggs, but you'll need check what time your local store is over the Easter break

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Tesco Easter 2020 opening hours: Is Tesco open on Good Friday?

Tesco will be open over the Easter bank holiday weekend, but will be operate at different hours than normal. Here's everything you need to know

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Good Friday opening hours: What time is Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Lidl and more open?

Need to pop into your nearest shop? Supermarkets across the UK have slightly different opening hours over the Easter weekend and Bank Holiday Weekend - here are the details you need to know

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Morrisons Easter 2020 opening hours: What time is Morrisons open on Good Friday?

If you need to pop into your nearest Morrisons on Easter, here's what you need to know

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Aldi Easter 2020 opening hours: Is Aldi open on Good Friday?

Wondering when Aldi will be open over Easter? Here are the budget supermarket's opening hours for the Easter weekend and Bank Holiday Monday

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Coronavirus rationing hits with shops running low on key staple tinned tomatoes

Suppliers are limiting deliveries of tinned tomatoes after unprecedented demand from shoppers combined with existing problems getting stock in the first place thanks to poor harvests

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Aldi extends supermarket opening times so shoppers can visit at quieter times

The supermarket giant has become the latest to lift restrictions and make changes to store opening times as families across the UK prepare for several more weeks in lockdown

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Heinz launches £10 food boxes of beans and spaghetti hoops for isolated Brits

Households still struggling to get hold of essential canned foods can order an entire food box full of beans, soups and spaghetti hoops to help get them through lockdown

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New £20 note sells at auction for whopping £7,500

The £20 note, which has the serial number AA01 000010, was listed as having a guide price of between £3,000 and £4,000 but ended up selling for 375 times its face value

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Banks blocking online supermarket orders leaving people without access to food

Dozens of customers - many of whom are vulnerable and confined to their homes during the coronavirus outbreak - have had their payments blocked in the past fortnight, leaving them without access to essential supplies such as bread and milk

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Morrisons adding 100,000 more food delivery boxes a week to help lockdown Brits

The food boxes are particularly suitable for vulnerable customers and key workers working tirelessly in the fight against Coronavirus. Morrisons has also started delivering them to local hospitals, care homes and sheltered accommodation for NHS and care workers

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Virgin Media gives TV customers 18 entertainment channels at no extra cost

To make sure you’re entertained over Easter weekend, Virgin Media are giving customers access to channels like Comedy Central, Discovery, Fox and MTV

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VeryMe by Vodafone offer customers a free card and popcorn - here's how to claim

To bring a little joy this weekend, Vodafone customers can send an Easter card to someone and spread some joy or indulge in popcorn over the weekend for free with VeryMe

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Quietest supermarket opening hours including Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury's

Supermarket opening hours have changed dramatically during the coronavirus crisis, as have the times that people go shopping as customers try to find the best hours to find their essentials

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Drivers who can't afford car finance during virus crisis given payment holidays

In the UK, an estimated 6.5million vehicles across the UK are financed through leasing deals, but what happens if you suddenly can't afford to pay? Thankfully, new rules are coming to protect you

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2,500 pharmacy workers in self-isolation after branches told to stay open

The latest figures come after the The Royal Pharmaceutical Society warned that pharmacists are "needlessly being put at risk" of catching and spreading coronavirus due to a lack of personal protective equipment

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Wednesday, April 8, 2020

Best gel nail polish removal kits for 2020

With most beauty outlets closed due to the lockdown, we've rounded up some of the top kits you can buy online now to safely remove your gel manicures

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Best treadmills to help create a home gym

If you're missing the gym that much that you've already started to work on transforming the garage, we've rounded up the best treadmills to buy online now

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Morrisons launches new half-hour essentials delivery service from 130 stores

Morrisons customers from Glasgow to Plymouth will be able to order essentials that will be with them in just 30 minutes, provided they live close enough to the branch

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Boots to close 60 stores next week and redeploy pharmacists amid coronavirus

Despite providing an essential service so allowed to stay open, Boots made the decision to close dozens of its branches in an effort to get staff where they're most needed

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14 important things you need to know about being on furlough

A host of employers from pubs and shops to football clubs have put their workers on furlough - but what does it mean and how can it protect you during the coronavirus crisis? Here's what you need to know

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Gordon’s Gin launch a new Mediterranean Orange flavour that's perfect for summer

Get ready for the warmer weather and days when we’ll hopefully be allowed back out the house with the new citrus flavoured Gordon’s Gin

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Easter egg buying restrictions - latest supermarket rules explained

With a Easter just a few days away and a host of supermarkets bringing in new rules around how much of anything you can buy, are you still allowed to stock up on eggs? We explain all

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Deliveroo offer last minute Easter eggs orders for the weekend

Don’t panic - the Easter bunny in the form of Deliveroo is still making sure those all important chocolate eggs will make their way (contact-free) to your door

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M&S to donate care packs to coronavirus patients and free uniform for NHS staff

The retailer said it will donate "we are the NHS"  t-shirts to form part of a uniform pack for frontline staff at the hospital alongside delivering individual clothing care packages to patients who are ready to be discharged

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Online butcher offers Easter Sunday roast ingredients delivered to your door

Online British butcher of the year Farmison & Co and condiment maker Colman's are offering families deliveries of all your essential Sunday roast ingredients for the Easter weekend

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Hundreds of holidaymakers refused refunds for trips cancelled due to coronavirus

STA Travel customers say they've been told by the travel agent that it won't pay them back for cancelled package holidays, despite the law stating that they are entitled to a full cash refund

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British Airways staff overwhelmingly approve furlough deal

Employees have backed the deal that will see thousands of them them paid 80% of wages for months until the airline can start normal service again

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Sainsbury lifts buying restrictions on thousands of products

The boss of the supermarket giant has said almost all products have had their 3-item buying limit removed to help people shopping for others - but not quite everything yet

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Relief for millions as 3 month payment break on credit cards and loans kicks in

Households and earners suffering at the hands of the coronavirus crisis will be able to apply for relief from Thursday, with a payment holiday on most major debts

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Holland & Barrett staff plead with shop to close stores over safety fears

The alternative health chain has 750 UK stores and counts as an essential retailer because its products cater for people with special dietary needs - but staff say they have major safety concerns

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Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Tesco warns it still only has enough delivery slots to help 10% of shoppers

Britain's biggest supermarket has today warned it's still struggling online, despite hiring 45,000 pickers and delivery drivers. "We will continue to try and prioritise home delivery for the most vulnerable in society as defined by the UK Government," chief executive Dave Lewis said

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Debenhams launch 30% off sale online after announcing administration plans

The department store has launched a 30% sale online, following the announcement of its plans to file for administration

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Mum makes fake McDonald's for son during lockdown that costs just pennies

Stay-at-home mum Megan Paley wanted to bring a bit of normality back to her two children's lives - so hatched a plan to make them a McDonald's meal despite the restaurant being closed

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Aldi launches rocky road filled hot cross buns just in time for Easter

Get ready for Easter 2020 this weekend and treat yourself to a delicious hot cross bun with a twist

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Bill Gates to spend billions to speed up hunt for coronavirus vaccine

The billionaire - who was the world's richest man before giving vast chunks of his money away to charity - is working with officials as well as vaccine makers to speed up the hunt for a cure

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Vision Express to close all branches under Government orders

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story

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Shoppers can get free Tastecards with new iPhone and Samsung phone contracts

The free Tastecard is being offered by Mobiles.co.uk and can be used to save 50% off Dominos and Pizza Hut takeaway orders

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Parents warned over fake Disney Frozen II toys containing dangerous chemicals

The toys were found being sold at a market and - as well as banned chemicals - other toys there had safety issues with batteries that could be 'easily swallowed'

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What will happen to Debenhams gift cards if the department store collapses

Debenhams has filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators in a move that's fuelled fears that it could go under before lockdown restrictions are over. We take a look at what this means for you

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Working tax credits jump to £3,040 to help families during coronavirus crisis

The increase will run until April 5, 2020 and will mean those who qualify will get an extra boost as thousands of employees face weeks and months of uncertainty during the global coronavirus crisis

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Dad fined after his son refuses to respect lockdown for fourth time

The child had been warned after his third unnecessary trip outside, the dad fined after the fourth and if he continues to misbehave the fines could rise to £960 each

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Rare £2 coin on eBay for staggering £1million after owner found it in car

An eBay seller has priced a £2 coin for £1 million - but that's not the only expensive item they're selling

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Travel firms want refund rights scrapped to protect themselves amid coronavirus

If your holiday is cancelled you have the right to a full refund in cash - but with money going out and none coming in, travel firms are urgently requesting this right is suspended

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Tesco to open pop-up stores around the UK to help NHS workers amid coronavirus

The supermarket giant has already started construction on its first dedicated NHS Nightingale Hospital pop-up store at the NEC in Birmingham

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Supermarket opening hours to change again because of Easter weekend

Supermarket stores including Tesco, Aldi, Lidl and Sainsbury's will be changing their opening hours again for the upcoming Easter weekend

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Waitrose admits it was wrong to tell staff to pay back time spent self isolating

The supermarket said up to two weeks' holiday should be handed back "where possible" to cover time taken off as a result of coronavirus - then realised what it had just done

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Domino's Pizza breaks silence over claims of overcharging during lockdown

After a string of complaints it was charging people more during lockdown - with NHS workers even told to pay more than standard customers - Domino's Pizza has now given its side of the story

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Petrol prices plunge to £1 as Britain battles pandemic

A price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia, coupled with travel restrictions worldwide, has resulted in a fall in prices - but will consumers get to see the result?

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Schools to stay open over the Easter holiday to support key workers

While teachers, pupils and parents would normally be starting the Easter break this week, the coronavirus outbreak means that where possible, schools will continue to care for vulnerable children and those of critical workers

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'I bought a Marks & Spencer food box and discovered exactly what's in it'

From Percy Pigs to tomato soup, these are the items and ingredients that arrived on one shopper's doorstep after she placed an order for an essentials box during the coronavirus lockdown

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Greggs launch recipe video series to help you get your fix at home

Yes, our prayers have been answered and Greggs are sharing a series of videos of how to make your favourite Greggs treats at home. Ready, set, (steak) bake.

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ADVERTORIAL: How to get 10% off Hotel Chocolat voucher for your Easter chocolate delivery

Bringing Easter to your front door. Stay in, and shop smart with Hotel Chocolat

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Man handed two on the spot fines for 240-mile round trip 'to buy bread'

Under new laws, police are now able to fine anyone outside their home without good reason, with penalties starting at £60 but rising to a maximum of £960 for repeat offenders

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U-Turn on free school meals means families will get extra supermarket vouchers

Last week, ministers said qualifying families would be able to claim shopping vouchers of £15 a week per child during the coronavirus outbreak - however parents would not receive it for the two weeks in April that do not count as 'term time'

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Monday, April 6, 2020

Billions of pounds worth of clothes being prepared for 'liquidation sale'

Spring's fashion must haves are still trapped in containers and that means when lockdown ends there will be an awful lot of clothes left over as the summer or potentially even autumn seasons could be well underway

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Waitrose asks staff to 'pay back' time they spend self-isolating

The supermarket has said up to two weeks' holiday should be handed back "where possible" to cover time taken off as a result of coronavirus

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When furlough payments will start in the UK - and how much it will be

A Government grant will cover 80% of your salary if your workplace is unable to cover your wages during the coronavirus pandemic. But will your payments be deferred because of it? We take a look

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Tesco Mobile offers all customers free unlimited evening and weekend calls

To ensure customers are still connected to loved ones during Coronavirius crisis, Tesco Mobile are offering customers free unlimited evening and weekend calls until 1st June.

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Virgin Media launches wifi calling to keep customers connected over Coronavirus

At no additional cost, Virgin Media customers can now enjoy wifi calling - so customers can keep in touch with besties, loved ones and those all important work calls even if their signal drops out

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New food box scheme promises to deliver food to your door within 24 hours

In the past fortnight, supermarkets have reached full capacity online, with many shoppers being told to wait up to a month for their orders to arrive - but one man says he has the answer

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Serenta Flowers support NHS workers with 20% discount and free bouquets

The online flower retailer is showing its appreciation for the UK’s NHS staff and rewarding their hard-work with 20% discount for all staff through their website and free bouquets every week.

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Clarks to permanently close some stores as it explores options after lockdown

Clarks will keep the shutters down permanently on a number of stores when the other open after the coronavirus lockdown ends, according to sources

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New overdraft rules come in today with almost all banks planning 40% rates

In a move to make things fairer, banking watchdog the FCA said banks had to stop all charges on overdrafts except for a single annual interest rate from today. Then almost all banks picked 40% for that rate...

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Thousands more parents now eligible for child benefit because of coronavirus

With workers being placed on furlough and others out of employment for the foreseeable future, families could find they now qualify for the state support - which starts at £21 a week

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Sainsbury's changes its policy on Easter eggs and dozens more popular items

Supermarket giant Sainsbury's has said it's relaxing rules from Monday, including rationing limits on key lines such as milk and canned foods. Priority hours will however remain the same

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Superdrug launch new same-day delivery service from 300 stores

The health and beauty retailer is now offering same-day delivery to shoppers who are in need of urgent supplies, but only from 300 stores

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easyJet founder warns the airline will 'run out of money by August'

Coronavirus has already seen easyJet mothball its planes, put its cabin crew on furlough for at least two months and now its founder Stellio Stelios Haji-Ioanno says it's running out of cash fast

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Debenhams on brink of collapse putting 22,000 jobs at risk amid COVID-19 crisis

Last week, the company put the vast majority of its workforce on 'furlough', following the closure of 152 stores across the UK - it could now go into administration as early as next week

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John Lewis and Waitrose team up to give NHS staff 50,000 Easter treats

To say a massive thanks for all their hard work during the Coronavirus crisis, Waitrose and John Lewis are supplying NHS staff with boxes of confectionery for Easter 2020

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Aldi lifts rationing limits and introduces new priority hours from today

Aldi has lifted purchasing restrictions on all products from Monday, except hand wash, which is limited to four per customer, shower gel, limited to two per customer, and UHT (long-life) milk, limited to two per customer

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Man who thought he wasn't entitled to state pension gets shock £140,000 lump sum

The retiree, who wishes to remain anonymous, mistakenly thought he was not allowed to claim a state pension because he had continued to work long after reaching retirement age

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Boots warns non-essential shoppers could now be refused entry from stores

It comes less than a week after staff warned they were worried about their health, with some beauty counters open as normal as shoppers continue to browse hair dye and cosmetic items despite lockdown measures

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Sunday, April 5, 2020

Boots is now selling 'essential' product bundles - starting from £30

If you're in need of a few essential items from Boots, you can now purchase a bundle of products to make shopping during lockdown a little bit easier

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Saturday, April 4, 2020

What your bank is doing to help you during the coronavirus pandemic

As the coronavirus crisis continues to hit household finances across the UK, we chatted to the big banks to find out what they may be able to do to help, and how you can access it

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First thing you should do if you've been made redundant because of coronavirus

Our resident consumer expert Dean Dunham says workers who have lost their jobs should take action on the back of the Government's pledge to cover up to 80% of wages for staff who have been sent home

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Best multi USB chargers for 2020

Looking for convenient options to charging multiple devices at once? We've rounded up top picks available now, including favourites from Anker and Juice

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Friday, April 3, 2020

'I've been placed on furlough - but I can't afford to take a pay cut'

Thousands of workers have been placed on the Government's workplace retention scheme - which will cover 80% of their wages during the coronavirus outbreak. But the problem is, it's only up to a maximum of £2,500 per month

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Drivers warned that non-essential car journeys could void their car insurance

Drivers who use their cars to make non-essential journeys during the coronavirus lockdown period could be voiding their insurance, a motoring lawyer has now warned

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Aldi releases beauty dupes that will cost you a fraction of the price

Yup you read that right - Aldi’s bringing back their outstanding beauty dupes but they won’t be around for long so you better get in there quick before they’ve gone.

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Best stationery supplies for working from home under £25

With the majority working from home until further notice, we've compiled a list of the top stationery sets worth checking out - they're all under £25 too

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Best computer monitors for 2020 under £500

Time to upgrade your existing monitor to a new one? We've listed these top picks from Lenovo, HP and Samsung for all of your working, gaming and watching needs

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Primark to cover wages of factory workers after cancelling all orders

Primark has created a fund to cover the wages of factory workers in countries such as Bangladesh and Sri Lanka after the fashion chain was forced to terminate orders due to the outbreak

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Superdrug launches same day delivery service during coronavirus outbreak

The move comes as stores vow to remain open during the outbreak - suppling essential items to those in need of prescriptions and other medical supplies around the country

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ASOS has launched a huge sale and there's up to 50% off everything

The online retailer has kicked off a massive sale across clothing, shoes and accessories so you can fill up your basket for less

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Whether you have to pay council tax during coronavirus lockdown

Some households will have their council tax bills reduced during the coronavirus lockdown, while others will still see an increase

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Ocado bans customers from buying bottled water

The online supermarket, which has been struggling with online demand for weeks, said it has now stopped selling water, despite it being considered an essential item

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Uber Eats is now offering free delivery on all convenience store orders

You'll be able to get the essentials delivered free until at least April 24 after Uber Eats scrapped fees when ordering from local Londis, CostCutters and Select & Save stores

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New supermarket opening times and buying limits for Tesco, Asda and Morrisons

Supermarkets including Sainsbury's, Aldi and more have updated their rules on how many products you can buy during the coronavirus outbreak

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