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Black Friday shoppers can 'save hundreds' by making one change this Christmas
Black Friday
Many use the Black Friday sales for Christmas shopping and will be on the lookout for the best possible deals.
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Made.com customers to file claim if they don't receive orders by November 25
Online shopping
Administrators PwC say around 12,000 outstanding orders will not be fulfilled.
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OVO Energy package - what's included and who is eligible as 15,000 customers receive support
Energy
OVO's support package helps customers who are struggling with discounts and temporary credit.
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Shopper upset over food that cannot be donated to charity
Supermarkets
Lidia Simpson had visited the supermarket and was shocked to see the amount of food being binned.
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The 'energy saving' heaters which may not actually save you any money as warning issued
Energy
Some manufacturers claimed their devices will heat up any room using '30 percent less energy' than other models.
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TV licence rule warning as some people don't have to pay and can request refunds
Retail and Consumer
The rules around TV licensing can seem unclear - so here is everything you need to know about when you have to pay, when you don't and if you are entitled to a discount or refund.
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Scots Primark worker shares store 'secrets' and lie she always tells customers
Retail and Consumer
Posting to TikTok, Scots creator Caitlin Sinnett shared some insight into what goes on behind the scenes at the retail giant.
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Top 10 Scottish areas where people could struggle to access affordable food
Cost Of Living
With food inflation soaring, there are a number of areas in Scotland that are set to be hit particularly hard due to reduced affordable shopping options.
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The most expensive large electrical appliances to run after energy price rise
Fuel bills
Singling out the priciest energy-draining devices may help households cut back on their usage.
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What is Programme Yarrow as Government tests emergency blackout plans lasting a week
Energy
Leaked documents outline how the UK would cope with a severe national outage.
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Broadband, TV and mobile phone customers could save 'hundreds' by swapping providers
broadband
People who fall 'out of contract' could see their bills jump up 90 per cent in some cases.
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Morrisons to issue nationwide plastic ban on Christmas products this year
Supermarkets
The supermarket's eco-friendly ban has brought down the price of Christmas wrapping.
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Made.com to collapse into administration after rescue efforts fail
Online shopping
The online furniture retailer stopped taking orders from new customers after efforts to find a buyer fell through.
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What customers should expect as Octopus Energy takes over collapsed supplier Bulb
Fuel bills
Some 1.5million households which used Bulb will be moved to Octopus Energy after the buyout.
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What to do if a retailer goes into administration as Made.com nears collapse
Retail and Consumer
A consumer expert has shared the rights that customers have after a company enters administration.
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Safety warning issued as people turn to second-hand electrical goods due to cost of living
Cost Of Living
A consumer safety charity has shared five essential safety spot checks.
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Ford Fiesta and Focus to be discontinued as drivers switch to bigger cars
Ford
Ford will stop production on the iconic models as early as next year.
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Morrisons accused of 'robbing shoppers' with 'bonkers' price of giant pumpkins
Supermarkets
The supermarket is selling its 'giant' pumpkins for an eye-watering £8.99 - with some customers believing the price 'must be an error'.
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Price of pint could hit £7 and 'become the norm', warns Scots brewer
Money worries
An industry expert says bigger cities could be hit especially hard by increasing alcohol prices.
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Aldi pokes fun at Marks & Spencer feud with 'genius' tweet
Supermarkets
The supermarket is up to mischief again with another hilarious tweet about its ongoing feud with M&S.
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National Grid warns of blackouts on 'really cold' evenings between 4pm to 7pm
Energy
National Grid has warned the power cuts could happen between 4pm and 7pm in winter.
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Mum raves over 'cosy' £10 B&M product that sends toddler to sleep 'in minutes'
Shopping
Gemma Lanigan says her three-year-old daughter Rosie Aldred is often exhausted after a day at nursery but can sometimes find it difficult to nap, especially in the colder months.
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New cordless vacuum cleaner ‘capable of capturing virus particles’
technology
It comes after research found that 95 percent of people say they are cleaning their homes just as much, if not more, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Hackers could crack passwords using body heat, Glasgow University study finds
Universities and Colleges
Researchers from the University of Glasgow have warned of hackers using A.I. driven 'thermal attack' systems.
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GlasgowFeared gangland figure Paul Lyons attacked in jail by killer who stabbed victim 142 times Peter Allan has pleaded guilty to attacking Paul Lyons in HMP Perth.
Scots baby called 'Queeniana' owned Chanel bag before birth
Borders
As well as the Chanel bag, the six-week-old tot owns a Louis Vuitton and a Hermes blanket, a Balmain changing bag, and outfits from Dior, Versace and Burberry.
ITV I'm A Celebrity stars sadly no longer with us as new series set to air
I'm A Celebrity
As the 23rd series returns to our screens tonight, we pay tribute to the former stars of the jungle.
'My perfect boyfriend groomed me so he could abuse my kids'
Courts
Daniel Cassells, 37, appeared at the High Court in Glasgow last week where he admitted a host of child sex abuse charges against him.
Fire crews race to huge blaze at Scots McDonald's restaurant
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Emergency services descended on the Ethiebeaton Park area in Monifieth after the alarm was raised at around 1.15am on Tuesday.
EnvironmentWishaw business leader backing Lanarkshire MSP's plan for new environmental crime lawJo Chidley, founder and owner of Beauty Kitchen was a keynote speaker at the launch of Monica Lennon’s consultation on making ecocide a crime in Scotland.
Fire crews race to huge blaze at Scots McDonald's restaurant
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Emergency services descended on the Ethiebeaton Park area in Monifieth after the alarm was raised at around 1.15am on Tuesday.
Cambuslang running group wins mental health award in memory of much-loved member
Lanarkshire Charity
The group has dedicated a massive amount of time into fundraising for mental health charities after one of their members sadly died in 2021.
'My perfect boyfriend groomed me so he could abuse my kids'
Courts
Daniel Cassells, 37, appeared at the High Court in Glasgow last week where he admitted a host of child sex abuse charges against him.
Ferguson Marine workers 'deserve certainty' over shipyard's future after SNP minister rejects investment
Shipyards
EXCLUSIVE: The GMB union said workers at the Port Glasgow shipyard were blameless for the CalMac ferry fiasco.
GlasgowFeared gangland figure Paul Lyons attacked in jail by killer who stabbed victim 142 times Peter Allan has pleaded guilty to attacking Paul Lyons in HMP Perth.
Scots baby called 'Queeniana' owned Chanel bag before birth
Borders
As well as the Chanel bag, the six-week-old tot owns a Louis Vuitton and a Hermes blanket, a Balmain changing bag, and outfits from Dior, Versace and Burberry.
ITV I'm A Celebrity stars sadly no longer with us as new series set to air
I'm A Celebrity
As the 23rd series returns to our screens tonight, we pay tribute to the former stars of the jungle.
'I went to Edinburgh Christmas Market - and was astonished at prices of the rides'
Edinburgh
With the Edinburgh Christmas Market kicking off on Friday, Tourism Writer Alexander Smail headed over to see what it was like on opening weekend — and his thoughts were mixed.
ITV This Morning's Alison Hammond hits back at Cliff Richard 'fat-shaming' Elvis
Alison Hammond
Sir Cliff Richard appeared on the daytime talk show earlier today alongside hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary.
Ayr United FCAyr United boss Lee Bullen ready for Peterhead Scottish Cup testThe gaffer knows United face a tricky tie in the north east but has his eyes fixed on a possible place in the next round.
Two men appear in court charged with murder of Ross MacGillivray in Inverness
Courts
Craig Hayden, 28, and Leon Headey, 21, were charged with murder and an attempt to defeat the ends of justice..
Albion Rovers lost the battles in cup exit to Kilwinning Rangers, says boss Sandy Clark
Albion Rovers FC
The Lowland League side were knocked out of the South Challenge Cup by a team two tiers below them
Wishaw business leader backing Lanarkshire MSP's plan for new environmental crime law
Environment
Jo Chidley, founder and owner of Beauty Kitchen was a keynote speaker at the launch of Monica Lennon’s consultation on making ecocide a crime in Scotland.
Fire crews race to huge blaze at Scots McDonald's restaurant
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Emergency services descended on the Ethiebeaton Park area in Monifieth after the alarm was raised at around 1.15am on Tuesday.