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Unclaimed billions in cash await potential claimants, encompassing forgotten pensions and trust funds

Unused Bank Balances Worth Billions Pounds Remain Unclaimed: Verify if your bank account's funds haven't accidentally gone unnoticed.

Unclaimed Billions in Money: Pensions and Trust Funds left unclaimed, potentially up for grabs
Unclaimed Billions in Money: Pensions and Trust Funds left unclaimed, potentially up for grabs

Unclaimed billions in cash await potential claimants, encompassing forgotten pensions and trust funds

In the realm of financial opportunities and reminders, September promises an exciting offer for pizza lovers. Ask restaurant chain invites you to indulge in all pizzas from its classic menu for just £5 throughout the month.

Meanwhile, if you've ever wondered about unclaimed money, you're not alone. Money from child benefit accounts that have matured often goes unclaimed, with the entitled recipients or their legal heirs being the typical persons affected. If you suspect you might be one of them, you can visit gov.uk and use an online tool to trace the cash using your National Insurance number and date of birth.

Lottery enthusiasts might be interested to know that there are currently two unclaimed £1million prizes, one each through the Lotto and EuroMillions. Both tickets were bought in the Birmingham area, and one win is the UK Millionaire Maker.

For those who hold Premium Bonds, it's essential to keep track of them. Many account holders may have forgotten or don't know they have Premium Bonds. If you think you could hold Premium Bonds, contact provider NS&I directly to check. It's estimated that around £31billion of pension savings are disconnected from owners, and over £100million worth of Premium Bonds prizes go unclaimed from monthly draws.

In the world of shopping, a compact plug-in PTC heater is available at Dunelm for £18, and Nike LD-1000 trainers are available at Office for £30, a saving of £59.99. For those seeking relaxation, Neal's Yard Beauty Sleep bath foam is available for £19, while Baylis & Harding goodness sleep bath soak is available at Boots for £3.75, resulting in a saving of £15.25.

Tesco Clubcard members can also benefit, as they can get Cineworld tickets for £5, with a minimum of £2.50 worth of Clubcard vouchers.

Lastly, for those who enjoy the thrill of the lottery without the purchase, The Sun Raffle offers £100 to 250 lucky readers every month. Each Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket.

Remember, when moving on to new jobs, many people lose track of their pension savings. Workers are now automatically enrolled into pension schemes when joining a company, but it's crucial to keep track of these savings to ensure they're not left unclaimed.

So, whether you're a pizza lover, lottery enthusiast, or a savvy shopper, there are opportunities and reminders aplenty this September. Don't miss out!

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