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Who says there’s no such thing as a free lunch, or breakfast, when you could bag free coffee, McDonald’s and even an Orchard Toys game?

We’re also taking a closer look at the viral TikTok “job offer” promising to pay people for packing products at home, including the warning signs you shouldn’t ignore.

If you receive the new State Pension, we explain whether it could push up your tax bill and what you need to check.

And for anyone feeling the squeeze, we’ve rounded up genuinely useful ways people on benefits can find free and cheap food.

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Personal Finance

Is the New State Pension Taxable? The £22 Gap Explained
The full new State Pension is now only £22.40 below the standard tax-free Personal Allowance. Here is what pensioners and those approaching retirement need to know about tax, National Insurance years and how much they could receive.
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Free Food and Supermarket Discounts for People on Benefits
There is no single UK discount card for everyone receiving benefits, but there are genuine ways to get free groceries, cheaper supermarket food and hot meals. We checked the schemes currently available and separated the real help from expired promotions.
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Looking for a Work-From-Home Side Hustle? The Truth About Viral Pen and Craft Assembly Jobs
Social media adverts claim you can make extra money assembling decorative pens and crafts from your sofa. We investigate whether these work-from-home side hustles are genuine, reveal the warning signs and suggest safer ways to earn.
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Deals & Freebies

Free Orchard Toys Game
Register for free children’s financial education programme Money Heroes to get a free Ed and Bunny Go Shopping game created with Orchard Toys. The game aims to teach kids about money as they buy items on a shopping list and is suitable for ages 4 – 7.

Where Kids Can Eat Free or Cheap in the UK (2026 Guide)
Stretch your food budget with our up-to-date guide to all the restaurants and cafés offering free or discounted kids’ meals this Autumn.
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Deal of the Week

McDonald’s free coffee every week via the app

Claim a free coffee each week throughout September when making a purchase via the McDonald’s app. Regular drinks in the McCafé range can be claimed with the offer including; flat white, latte, cappuccino, white coffee, Americano, Single Espresso and Double Espresso. Any customisations or syrups will be charged extra. See the Latest Deals

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