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Over 3.5 million claim PIP in UK: top 5 conditions for support
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released data showing that a record 3,544,042 people are claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) with a third getting £737.20 a month
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10 tips and tricks to save money on your summer holiday
If you’re looking to enjoy a summer holiday in a foreign country this year, these 10 tips will keep the costs down and make it budget-friendly
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All the sneaky ways you can be overcharged at the airport - and how to save cash
Consumer rights expert Martyn James explains everything you need to what to watch out for before you jet off on holiday, including airport rip-offs and how to save cash on the plane
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Man who was an alcoholic for 20 years now spends £400-a-week on fizzy drinks
James Decosta, 40, spent 20 years drinking up to 20 cans of cider a day to cope with feelings of social isolation - but has now quit alcohol for good and switched to fizzy drinks
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Four in 10 adults say funding of bus service should be 'a top priority'
The Confederation of Passenger Transport said its polling indicates that people believe investment in the sector should be a top priority for the next government
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'An OAP elbowed me in chest on busy coach – his nine-word response floored me'
A woman has shared how she was elbowed in the chest by an elderly gentleman on board a cramped coach - his response when she confronted him has left people online shocked
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The cheapest place in Europe to hire a car has been disclosed
A study of 2,000 motorists found that 12% leave it to the day before or day of travel to book their vehicle, but if you are looking to hire a car in Spain or Italy you should do it a week before you travel
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'I was fuming at what inconsiderate family ate on my train – it stank'
Eating a packet of crisps or a pot of fruit as a snack on a train is more than acceptable, but heads may start to turn if you start eating something that 'stinks'
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'Entitled woman thought I was pregnant – I loved seeing her mortified face'
Have you ever been mistaken for being pregnant? Or incorrectly assume someone else was? One woman has revealed how she was able to get revenge on an old lady who touched her stomach without permission
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Man enacts 'scorched earth revenge' on coach passenger who stole his seat
A man has shared how he got the perfect revenge on a fellow coach passenger who stole his seat - and people have told him his actions made them 'physically recoil'
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Brits warned over nasty scam targeting tourists at top holiday destination
Tourists travelling to Portugal have reported falling victim to a cruel taxi scam by unlicensed cabbies which lures in holidaymakers with the promise of cheap fares
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Bus driver speeds off with young boy's foot stuck in door dragging him 300m
Schoolboy Jeremy Thompson was left with a shattered pelvis and hand with skin ripped off his back after his foot got shut in the door of the bus and the driver allegedly drove off
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Your iPhone gets a new feature from Apple that could be useful this summer
Apple has announced a boost to its iPhone and Apple Watch devices that will make travelling to the Olympics this summer a little easier.
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Henry Hoover transformed into mini motorbike that 'beats public transport'
Reddit users have been blown away by a Henry Hoover that has been transformed into a miniature motorbike, with some calling for it to replace popular e-scooters
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Pretty Swiss mountain village announces plans to charge holidaymakers entry fee
Brits travelling to Lauterbrunnen in Switzerland could soon be charged a Venice-style entry fee following rising numbers of tourists crowding the village
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Amazing UK beach that has been compared to French Riviera named best to visit
This Kent beach is a hidden gem which can only be reached by footpath and has been named as one of Britain's best beach by The Telegraph due to its stunning scenery and seclusion
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Europe’s ‘best budget city break’ destination has £8 meals and £3.20 beer
The city of Warsaw, Poland, is known for its stunning historic architecture, but it's also a surprisingly affordable city break destination in Europe for holidaymakers
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Huge plumes of dark grey smoke fill sky as flames rip through bus in car park
Huge clouds of black smoke were seen rising over Blackburn, Lancashire, after a large fire broke out at a bus station used by hundreds of passengers, as streets nearby were closed
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How long a cough should last and when to see a doctor as 'brutal bug' sweeps UK
There are a number of reasons a cough might not go away, but sore throats and coughs usually clear up by themselves within a week or so. These are the signs to look out for
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Bus driver shares mistake all passengers make when pressing button to get off
A bus driver and mum-of-two has gone viral after explaining what happens when a passenger presses the stop button - and whether you should ever ring it more than once
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Mirror readers admit snubbing UK holiday breaks due to 'extortionate prices'
With the holiday season fast approaching, we asked Mirror readers if they have snubbed a UK break because of the unpredictable weather - but many blamed the sky-high prices instead
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Bus that burst into flames had just been on a school run and dropped off 50 kids
The school bus went up in flames just moments after dropping off 50 schoolchildren - as terrifying photos showed the charred, burnt-out wreckage left in the aftermath
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Labour vows to protect railway ticket offices after Tories tried to close them
Shadow Transport Secretary Louise Haigh made the commitment as she unveiled plans to renationalise Britain's railways in the first five years of a Labour government
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Barcelona hides bus route to pretty neighbourhood from tourists
The number 116 bus stops at Antoni Gaudí’s Park Güell in Barcelona, but those locals in the Spanish city who rely on it every day have grown tired of the crowds of tourists
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Footage shows thug punching teen on city bus in front of terrified passengers
The shocking incident caught on camera of the apparently unprovoked attack is believed to have happened at the back of a bus on the top deck in Dundee on Sunday