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The latest news on the Welsh economy, including unemployment, the housing market, interest rates and GDP figures

'I'm better off not working due to the price of childcare for my twins - and I'm not alone'
Economy
Some parents of young children say it is easier to live in England than Wales because of a difference in childcare funding support
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The full list of benefits that get your children free meals in secondary school
Wales schools
Councils have reminded parents of secondary age pupils that if they are on certain benefits they are eligible for free school meals.
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Full list of 59 car models facing £2,000 rise in car tax from April
Traffic and Travel
Drivers hit hardest by the tax increase will be buyers of new luxury and performance models that produce more than 255g/km of CO2, with the rate rising by £2,745 to £5,490 per year
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Natural Resources Wales to end operations at visitor centre cafes and shops
Economy
News of the possible closure of the cafes and shops at the visitor centres were met with vociferous objections earlier this year
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Why Donald Trump's US election win could impact mortgage and interest rates in the UK
Donald Trump
The result could have a significant impact on your finances
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Martin Lewis has one major question for Rachel Reeves after historic first Labour Budget
The Budget
The personal finance expert had previously shared his thoughts ahead of the Budget, suggesting that Ms Reeves' first as Chancellor was 'one of the tightest' he had seen 'in a long time'
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Martin Lewis urges Brits on low incomes to check if they can claim £5,800 from DWP
Your Money
Martin Lewis's Money Saving Expert website is urging Brits on a low income to check Universal Credit entitlements, as it's believed 1.4 million are missing out on payments
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Budget: Live updates and reaction as Rachel Reeves announces £40bn of tax rises
Politics
The Chancellor's budget for the next year will have some big impacts on you, your family and Wales
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves says she'll reverse huge cuts in public investment in budget
Politics
Rachel Reeves confirmed ahead of her budget that that rules limiting her spending power will be changed to enable the government to release as much as £50bn.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves says she won't raise taxes on working people in Wednesday's budget - what does that mean?
Politics
Ministers have struggled to define who "working people" are as the Chancellor promises they won't see their taxes rise in Wednesday's budget.
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DWP explains £300 payments which are being paid into bank accounts
Your Money
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has explained the exact date you should receive your Winter Fuel Payment after a rule shake-up
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'Electric wallpaper' being used as alternative to central heating in UK homes
Environment
The average home loses heat three times faster than in many European countries and now electric wallpaper is being trialled as an eco-friendly solution
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Drivers need to be aware of these seven changes coming in October on fuel, parking and more
Transport
Road users are being warned about important new rules and changes in October - with some affecting everyone and others impacting on specific areas or drivers only
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Nine big DWP and money changes you need to know about in October, including roaming charges and energy bills
Your Money
A number of new changes are coming in for DWP claimants and more in October - and people are being urged to take action on some of them right now
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Exactly how many pubs we have lost this year as closures continue
Economy
There are fears the trend could accelerate thanks to new rules
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Exactly what it means for you as inflation remains unchanged
Economy
Experts explain what today's news means for mortgages, food shopping, borrowing, saving and other home budget essentials
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Children in Wales are sleeping on mattresses black with mould with nothing to eat
Economy
One in four children in Wales is living in poverty, while one in three parents now say they struggle to feed their family.
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The huge impact of McDonald's on the Welsh economy
Economy
The American fast-food chain said last year in a total impact on the Welsh economy of more than £369.5m and supported 11,195 jobs
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DWP delays as strikes hit Job Centres from Monday
UK News
Claimants will be informed of any changes and cancellations
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Cineworld to close at least 25 cinemas in UK this summer
UK News
Another 50 sites will be under negotiation
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The Welsh couple who met in a chippy and now own the best one in the UK
Real Life
Ryan and Kimberly Hughes’ lives have changed completely since their chippy was named the best in the UK this year and they’re about to take their little shop on tour to Japan where adoring fans are waiting
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Major bank axes free spending abroad and adds new £1.50 fee for holidaymakers
Traffic and Travel
Metro Bank has confirmed it will start charging customers to spend and withdraw cash with their debit card in Europe from August 29. Here's everything you need to know
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'Immediate crisis' averted at Tata steelworks in Port Talbot
Welsh Government
Members of the Unite union were due to stage an all-out strike next Monday but the industrial action was cancelled after the company said it would be forced to cease operations at the site earlier than planned.
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DWP issues update on eight PIP payment combinations that could be replaced by vouchers
Your Money
An overhaul of PIP could see payments replaced with vouchers, grants and shopping catalogues
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