Category: Health & Wellbeing
Staying healthy and active in later life
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Is your State Pension pushing you into income tax — and how will HMRC collect what you owe?
The full new State Pension is now £12,547 a year — just £23 below the frozen income tax…
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How much savings interest can you earn tax-free — and are you making the most of it?
If your main income is the State Pension, you may be able to earn up to £6,000 in…
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Will your pension pot be caught by inheritance tax from April 2027 — and what should you do now?
From 6 April 2027, your pension pot will be counted as part of your estate for inheritance tax…
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What are the best free days out in the UK this summer — and how do you find them near you?
Dozens of the UK’s finest museums, galleries, and national parks are completely free to visit this summer —…
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Are you missing out on Pension Credit — and how do you claim what you are owed?
Around 800,000 pensioners in the UK are entitled to Pension Credit but have never claimed it, missing out…
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How do you spot the early signs of skin cancer — and why does it matter more than ever this summer?
Melanoma cases in the UK have just reached a record high, with new figures showing cases have doubled…
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Have the free bus pass rules changed in 2026 — and when can you get yours?
In England, the qualifying age for a free bus pass started rising in April 2026 — from 66…
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What is a password manager — and could it stop your online accounts from being hacked?
A password manager stores all your login details in one secure, encrypted vault — so you only need…
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Are you eligible for free home insulation or a heating upgrade — and how do you apply before the deadline?
The Warm Homes Plan and ECO4 scheme offer free insulation and heating upgrades to millions of eligible UK…
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Has the Carer’s Allowance earnings limit changed — and what does it mean for you?
From 6 April 2026, the earnings limit for Carer’s Allowance increased to £204 a week after deductions, and…