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Home-School Hell

25/01/2021 - by Anna Reynolds - Leave a Comment

Dear Anna,  My kids’ school is closed because of Covid. My partner is a key worker and so it is my job to home-school them. On top of this, my …

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Looking After Our Mental Health This Winter

22/12/2020 - by Anna Reynolds - Leave a Comment

Dear Anna, My area has been put under Tier 3 restrictions. I’m worried about how this is going to affect my mental health. I’ve been feeling really down as a …

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Fines Mask a Higher Cost of Covid

04/11/2020 - by Anna Reynolds - Leave a Comment

Dear Anna, I’ve been hit with a fine for not wearing a mask. I can’t believe it. Is this going to mess up my credit rating? Lauren Hi Lauren, Because …

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“I’ve spent the last of our savings on booze…”

02/10/2020 - by Anna Reynolds - Leave a Comment

Many have upped their alcohol intake since the coronavirus pandemic? But it could be cold comfort in the longer term as impact on our cash and health mounts up. Our …

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Send in the Cavalry
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Falling behind with rent? Our Agony Aunt says it’s time to “Call in the Cavalry”

30/08/2020 - by Anna Reynolds - Leave a Comment

Thousands of us are struggling to pay our rent. As the ban on evictions is lifted, it’s time to put plans in place Dear Anna, I’ve been falling behind with …

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How Will I Keep My Kids Fed and Entertained During the Summer Holidays?

31/07/2020 - by Anna Reynolds - Leave a Comment

It’s the classic parent dilemma. Keeping the kids busy – and out of trouble – through the summer holidays. Add to that the constant question about keeping food on the …

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Coronavirus has caused money problems for many who were doing fine before the crisis
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Repayment Agony

08/07/2020 - by Anna Reynolds - Leave a Comment

Dear Anna, I’ve lost my job because of coronavirus and money is really tight. As well as my credit card, I have a car I’m paying off. A friend mentioned …

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