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85% of parents say that childcare costs are preventing them from having more kids, according to worrying new research
Findings of a recent survey highlight the devastating impact of sky high childcare costs on families
By Sarah Handley Published
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Stark warning for parents hoping to secure free childcare for their 2-year old in April, as government says it 'can't compel' providers to offer places
Parents could miss out on free childcare at their first choice nursery, amid staff and funding shortages (but could a new recruitment drive ease the pressure?)
By Sarah Handley Published
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Go, go, go! This tour operator is offering free holidays to grandparents, but you’ll need to be quick to get the offer
More than half of families have never gone on holiday abroad with grandparents, but want to, according to new research
By Sarah Handley Published
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Parents struggling with seriously ill children may get financial support from the government if Hugh's Law is passed – this is everything you need to know
'In tragic circumstances all parents could concentrate on helping their children rather than worrying about money'
By Sarah Handley Published
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Child benefit rule change could see half a million parents boost their pension pots by £10,000s - here's what we know so far
The move will see qualifying parents and carers able to apply for National Insurance Credits they missed out on when they stopped claiming child benefit
By Sarah Handley Published
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Tesco brings back major Clubcard deal that hasn't been seen for more than 10 years - here's everything we know
The supermarket giant is offering a major Clubcard deal to its loyalty scheme members, but you'll need to be quick to take advantage
By Sarah Handley Published
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Major change to child benefit system could see new parents get their first payments within days rather than weeks
For the first time, all eligible parents can now apply for child benefit online
By Sarah Handley Published
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7 surprisingly easy ways families can save money in 2024 without even trying
Saving money is hard when living costs are high, so make sure you know the ways you can save a bit more without feeling the pinch
By Rachel Lacey Last updated
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13 clever spending habits all parents should adopt in 2024
A new year is the perfect time to ditch those bad money habits and exchange them for some good ones. Here's how
By Rachel Wait Last updated