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  1. Tax and benefits: what's changed?

    Find out what’s changed for benefits and tax rates for veterans born before 1950 this financial year.

  2. The bedroom tax: how it works and who it affects

    harder to cover your rent. Here’s everything you need to know about how it works, who it affects, and what you can do if you’re struggling. The bedroom tax is a reduction in your Housing Benefit ... will need to make up the difference between the benefit for your housing costs and your rent using other funds. The Bedroom Tax only affects people who are renting council or Housing association properties

  3. Older EU citizens and settled status

    Technical Advice Manager, Paul Treloar, explains why it’s vital that older EU citizens living in the UK apply to the Settled Status scheme by 30 June 2021.

  4. Fundraise

    For tips on how to raise money and ideas for fundraising for groups, individuals and organisations. We can help develop inspiring ideas and make them a success.

  5. What are workplace pensions?

    Heard about workplace pensions and auto-enrolment but aren't sure what that means for you? Find out more here from Age UK.

  6. How to get help with urgent or one-off expenses

    If you have an unexpected bill or emergency cost that you can't pay, There might be support available. Find out more from Age UK.

  7. Looking out for loneliness this winter

    Paul Farmer, Chief Executive of Age UK, examines why winter can be so difficult for older people and how we can all help offer support this Christmas.

  8. Overcoming financial difficulties in winter

    particularly vulnerable time of year. The winter poses a number of challenges for older people. Severe weather conditions can pose a serious health risk but many older people struggle to heat their homes ... winter, these important checks can help you or someone you know make sure they’re not missing out on any extra support. We’ve put together some important checks that can help you or someone you know afford

  9. Employment and Support Allowance: Amounts & Eligibility

    Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is support for anyone who has limited work capabilities due to an illness or disability. Read more from Age UK.

  10. Pensions scams and fraud

    Rules allowing people to access their pension pots from age 55 have brought with them new scams. Age UK have some tips on how to keep your pension pot safe.

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