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Following a row over freebies last summer, the government has introduced new rules which do not ban ministers from accepting donations but require them to consider the "need to maintain the public's confidence".

"They didn't come in with a big project," one source says, and many voters took a dim view of ministers' freebies and the decision on winter fuel allowance.

Sir Keir Starmer tightened the rules on ministers accepting gifts and hospitality last year, following a backlash over senior Labour figures receiving freebies.

He strangled, beat and slashed his cellmate, later telling a psychologist the killing was a “freebie” because he was already serving life, the Monterey County Weekly reported.

TheSeniorList, a website resource for older people, has a regularly updated list of restaurants that offer discounts and freebies, but perks may differ from location to location, so call before you go.