October has barely got going, but there have already been some major changes to benefits and other Government payouts. For some it's good news, with a string of people on universal credit seeing extra cash coming this month.
For some, it's less good news - with the latest changes to state pension ages meaning people now have to wait until at least their 66th birthday.
For others it's a case of being wary - with changes to furlough seeing bosses get less Government cash, and employees needing to be watchful with their pay packets to ensure they're not short-changed.
Here are the major changes happening in October - and what it means for you - in more detail: Furlough From October 1, the Government will scale back its contributions for the
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