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Men and younger workers more likely to shun pensions during pandemic

Men and younger workers more likely to shun pensions during pandemic

Men and younger workers are more likely to shun pension saving during the jobs upheaval triggered by the Covid-19 pandemicSome 14% of people have cut their contributions, and 11% stopped themA further 8 per cent may take one of these actions in future Men and younger workers are at more risk of damaging retirement prospects By Tanya Jefferies for Thisismoney.co.uk Published: 08:32 EDT, 20 October 2020 | Updated: 09:15 EDT, 20 October 2020

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'Zero emission mandate' could force makers to sell more electric cars

'Zero emission mandate' could force makers to sell more electric cars

Ministers are considering a ‘zero emission vehicle mandate’ demanding makers sell an increasing share of electric cars each yearManufacturers could be forced to sell a minimum number of EVs in the UKA California-style mandate would demand that a rising share of plug-in models is sold each yearIt is being considered as a bridge to the 2035 ban on petrol and diesel carsIntroducing it would also allow the government to pull the plug on current EV grants, subsidies and tax incentives By Rob Hull For Thisismoney.co.uk Published: 08:40 EDT, 20 October 2020 | Updated: 08:45 EDT, 20 October 2020

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Bellway restores dividend thanks to strong summer house sales

Bellway restores dividend thanks to strong summer house sales

Housebuilder Bellway restores dividend as the stamp duty holiday lifts summer house sales sharplyBellway’s reservations shot up 30.6% in the first nine weeks from August 1Chancellor Rishi Sunak suspended stamp duty on home buys under £500,000The FTSE 250 firm cancelled its dividend after its building sites closed in March By Harry Wise For This Is Money Published: 07:34 EDT, 20 October 2020 | Updated: 08:00 EDT, 20 October 2020

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Government should put a pause on enforcement of council tax bills, charity says

Government should put a pause on enforcement of council tax bills, charity says

Stop enforcing council tax bills and give extra help for renters: Charity makes plea as new local lockdowns slash household incomesCitizens Advice has listed recommendations for the Government It said more needs to be done for those in higher tiers across the country This includes pausing council tax bill enforcement and more help for renters By Grace Gausden For This Is Money Published: 07:21 EDT, 20 October 2020 | Updated: 07:22 EDT, 20 October 2020

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Monzo Premium costs £15 but offers 1.5% interest and a metal card

Monzo Premium costs £15 but offers 1.5% interest and a metal card

Monzo offers a metal card and 1.5% interest: New £15 Premium account embraces the age of steel, but will the offer prove magnetic?Monzo had previously hinted at a metal debit card last year but it never arrived It has now followed up its ‘Plus’ offering from July – which costs £5The account comes with phone and travel insurance and 1.5% interestThe account costs £180-a-year and fans should weigh up not just the metal card, but also whether they can get cheaper and better insurance elsewhere By George Nixon For Thisismoney.co.uk Published: 04:48 EDT, 20 October 2020 | Updated: 07:03 EDT, 20 October 2020

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Millions of households set to have their energy bills capped for another year

Millions of households set to have their energy bills capped for another year

Millions of households have their energy bills capped for another year as government extends scheme – but customers still encouraged to switchThe energy price cap was introduced at the beginning of 2019  It aims to help those overpaying on their bills – and encourage people to switch The Government has decided to extend the scheme until the end of 2021 By Grace Gausden For This Is Money Published: 04:15 EDT, 20 October 2020 | Updated: 04:15 EDT, 20 October 2020

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How making your pension greener should make you money: DIANDRA SOOBIAH explains

How making your pension greener should make you money: DIANDRA SOOBIAH explains

Failing to address climate change will leave millions worse off – but there are great investment opportunities for our pensions in a green future, says Nest’s DIANDRA SOOBIAHThis is Money is running a new series on green financeNest, the biggest pension scheme in the UK, is the first to commit to net zeroIts reasons are not just environmental, carbon heavy companies are going to become less profitable over time, argues Diandra SoobiahHere she shares her reasons for embracing environmentally friendly goals By Sarah Davidson For Thisismoney.co.uk Published: 02:30 EDT, 20 October 2020 | Updated: 03:05 EDT, 20 October 2020

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What if I can't pay the bill to remove cladding on my block of flats?

What if I can't pay the bill to remove cladding on my block of flats?

I live in a block of flats with dangerous cladding and can’t afford the potential £40,000 bill to get it removed, what can I do?Failing to pay your mortgage will affect your ability to borrow money in futureSpeak to your lender to discuss your options and avoid the risk of repossessionBy Myra Butterworth For MailOnline Published: 02:31 EDT, 20 October 2020 | Updated: 02:31 EDT, 20 October 2020

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London has seen biggest rise in keyless car theft in last four years

London has seen biggest rise in keyless car theft in last four years

London has seen the biggest rise in keyless car theft in last four years as claims in the UK soar by a FIFTH: We reveal how you can keep your car safeBetween 2016 to 2019, claims for car theft has increased by 20%, data shows Vehicle theft claims in London have increased by 265% since 2016We reveal tips on how you can keep your keyless cars safe from theft  By Grace Gausden For This Is Money Published: 02:31 EDT, 20 October 2020 | Updated: 02:31 EDT, 20 October 2020

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