Martin Lewis RECAP — 7m Brits MISSING OUT on benefits urged to take action plus Tesco Clubcard warning and savings tips
- Brits could be owed benefits payments – are you on the list?
- Pensioners to get extra £960 a year due to benefit change
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MARTIN Lewis returned with his final Money Show of the year and he warned 7 MILLION Brits could be entitled to claim benefits.
The MoneySavingExpert's ITV show this week saw him discuss the changes to tax, payments and energy bills after the Autumn budget was announced
But millions could be missing out on claiming additional benefits, including and - with Martin advising a family earning £40,000 to check online using a benefits calculator.
The series finale came just a week after the announced a new economic package to help those on low incomes and .
This means millions on means-tested benefits will receive a £900 payment, pensioners will get £300 and those with disabilities £150. If you're eligible for all three payments, that could mean a total handout of £1,350.
The Martin Lewis Money Show returns to ITV in January 2023.
Free debt advice
If you’re in debt there are plenty of services you can take advantage of and they offer free advice on how to manage debt.
Most of them can offer you free guidance and help in person, over the telephone or online.
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Use radiator reflectors to save on bills
If you are looking for an easy way to cut down your heating bill, radiator reflectors might be the answer.
Ben Gallizzi, energy expert at , said: “Radiator reflectors cost as little as £14 for a roll, but some products claim to reduce heat loss by up to half.
“With the average household spending more than £900 a year on heating, even a five per cent efficiency saving would cut your gas bill by £45.”
Switch to LED lights to save on bills
Energy saving lightbulbs have long been a good way to save on energy.
But you could save even more by switching to LEDs.
One bill payer saved £40 a month on energy by using all LEDs.