06-10-2026 06:00 via ft.com

BT’s swoop on TalkTalk has regulators over a barrel

UK watchdog typically takes a robust view of reduced competition in telecoms market but is taking a back seat this time
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Pension Credit age increase for anyone born after October 6, 1960
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