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Britain to suffer biggest rise in unemployment in G7, OECD warns

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Britain will suffer the biggest rise in unemployment of any major advanced economy as higher minimum wages put employers off hiring, the OECD has warned.

New shocks are coming for your mortgage and your costs are set to soar... but there is help at hand: Here's our guide on how to lower your monthly payments

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Homeowners coming to the end of their five-year fixed-rate mortgages over the next six months face a steep jump in repayments, with inflation staying high.

Seraphim Space hails 'record' quarter as SpaceX IPO fuels industry boom

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The world's first listed space technology trust has hailed a 'record' quarter in one of the 'most exciting times' for the industry ahead of SpaceX's blockbuster float.

Property auctions now generate four times more complaints than standard sales

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Buying a home at auction can be a great way to buy a property that needs work or is an investment opportunity. But the risk of disputes is high.

Ovo to pay £10.4m after Ofgem probe into prepayment meters

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Ovo has agreed to pay a £10million penalty to settle the energy regulator's probe into the treatment of its prepayment meter customers.

Kevin Keegan's Newcastle-themed Harley-Davidson motorcycle to be auctioned following cancer diagnosis

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It was purchased by 'King Kev' shortly before his time as manager at the club, with his reign spanning from 1992 to 1997.

B&M profits slump as price cuts fail to woo shoppers

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B&M has reported a slump in full-year profits as price cuts failed to woo shoppers even as higher costs weigh on households.

How anyone can retire to a mansion like this with meals and bills included - all for the cost of your state pension!

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Just a stone's throw from St Paul's Cathedral and the British Museum, a lucky group of over 60s are enjoying the most extraordinary retirement.

How much you need saved at every age for a comfortable retirement

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Here we explain how much you need save in your pension, how much you'll need to retire early - and what you can do to turbocharge your savings.

Danger signs your solar panels could go up in flames like these did - fires up 60% in two years

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Solar panels are behind more than 170 house fires a year - with fire brigades now being called out on average once every two days to tackle solar panel blazes.

UK investors will get the chance to invest in SpaceX IPO

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Individuals keen to back the $1.75 trillion listing of Elon Musk's rocket company in New York will learn tomorrow how they can apply to take part.

Currys names former shop assistant as its new chief executive

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Fredrik Tønnesen, the boss of Currys Nordics, has been appointed as the new chief executive of Currys.

Home Bargains eyes rescue deal for Denby pottery brand

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A potential deal could include the acquisition of the Denby brand along with a number of other assets.

A neighbour abandoned his van on the road, can I get it removed? DEAN DUNHAM KC

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A van has been parked at the corner of our cul-de-sac for five months. All my neighbours and visitors have to drive on the wrong side of the road to get around it.

How much will the energy price cap hike cost EV drivers?

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The energy price cap will jump 13 per cent in July, triggered by the knock-on effects of the crisis in the Middle East.

Chancellor in the line of fire: Can Reeves survive the Labour leadership battle? asks ALEX BRUMMER

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves' main hope for survival has been the fear that moving her on from the Treasury would cause ructions on the nervy gilts market.

Job losses loom at shoe seller Wynsors after takeover by TG Jones owner Modella

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Modella, which is best known for buying WH Smith High Street shops, is considering closing some of the shoe seller's 47 shops - as well as shutting one out of two distribution centres.

Ultimate guide to retire in the sun: Beat hidden inheritance tax and the over-hyped locations to avoid

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It's not just the weather pushing Britons to consider if they could be better off moving abroad. Many are also investigating whether their savings or pensions might stretch further.

How millions of savers can quadruple their interest: SYLVIA MORRIS

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As living costs rise - from energy and shopping bills to petrol prices - making the most of your savings can help ease the ever-tightening squeeze on budgets.

Everyday budgeting tricks that can leave you WORSE off... and expert tips to super-charge your savings

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Social media platform TikTok is full of videos from users sharing their budgeting techniques and money tricks or 'hacks'.

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