Reform-led Council Proposes 3.99% Council Tax Increase
Staffordshire County Council, led by Reform UK, proposes a 3.99% council tax rise for 2026/27, below the 4.99% cap. Plan includes £21.5m savings and £5.5m investment in children's services.
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Solihull Council spends £35k defending planning appeals
Solihull Council spent £35,437 defending planning appeals last year, a sharp rise from previous years. Discover the cases and outcomes that cost taxpayers thousands.
Nationwide £100 bonus: Who qualifies for 2026 payments?
Millions of Nationwide members could receive a £100 bonus payment this June. Find out the eligibility criteria and how to qualify for the building society's Fairer Share scheme.
Get £275 Free from Nationwide: Steps & Deadline
Nationwide Building Society could offer customers up to £275 in free payments in 2026. Learn the nine crucial steps to qualify for the Fairer Share and switching bonuses before time runs out.
Nationwide sends £190 loan offer to millions
Nationwide Building Society has emailed millions of members about a new fixed-rate loan offer, with repayments from just over £190 per month. Get your personalised quote now.
Nationwide emails customers about loan options
Nationwide Building Society is emailing members to offer loans from £1,000 to £50,000. Could this be right for you? Check the details and rates.
Nationwide customers face deadline for £275 bonus claim
Nationwide Building Society's 'Fairer Share' and switch bonuses could net eligible customers £275. The window to qualify may close soon, with a final decision expected in May 2026.
1 in 3 UK adults to change jobs, seek purpose
A new government survey reveals 39% of working-age adults in England and Wales plan to switch jobs within a year, with 78% seeking roles that make a positive difference. Deputy PM David Lammy urges them to consider 'extraordinary' probation careers.
Brits plan £5,517 travel spend despite financial worries
New Nationwide research reveals UK spending priorities for 2026, with travel topping the list despite cost-of-living pressures. Discover how budgets are shifting.
Nationwide's £100 Bonus: 2026 Update
Nationwide Building Society has issued an update on its popular £100 Fairer Share bonus scheme for 2026. Find out the key dates and how to maximise your chances of qualifying.
Nationwide £100 bonus payments for members in 2026
Nationwide Building Society is expected to pay £100 bonuses to eligible members again in 2026. Find out the criteria and how to qualify before the March deadline.
MSE Tip to Boost Your Nationwide £100 Bonus Chances
Martin Lewis' MoneySavingExpert team shares expert advice on how to qualify for Nationwide's potential £100 customer bonus in 2026. Learn the key criteria to meet.
Next's Strong Christmas Sales Amid Cautious Jobs Outlook
High street giant Next reports better-than-expected festive sales and raises profit forecast, but warns of a sharp slowdown ahead due to UK jobs market pressures. Read the full analysis.
Walsall Council welcomes major three-year funding settlement
Walsall Council's spending power is set to rise by 28.5% over three years under a new government funding settlement. Leader Mike Bird welcomes the 'good news' but warns of ongoing challenges.
Barclays issues debit card warning after spending report
Barclays warns debit card holders as household finance confidence plunges. New report reveals essential spending fell 2.3% in 2025. Discover the key trends shaping UK consumer behaviour.
Worst 10 Midlands GP Surgeries Named Ahead of 2026 Survey
The annual GP Patient Survey for 2026 is now open. We reveal the ten West Midlands surgeries with the lowest patient ratings from 2025. Share your views to shape local healthcare.
Nationwide's £100 Bonus: March Deadline for Customers
Nationwide Building Society members must act before March to secure a potential £100 Fairer Share payment. Check if your accounts qualify for the annual bonus.
Forecourt snacks cost drivers £260 a year
New data shows UK drivers spend an average of £260 annually on snacks at petrol stations. EV owners who charge at home avoid this hidden cost. Read the full report.
UK households to lose £15,000 spending power by 2029
UK households face a real-terms loss exceeding £15,000 in spending power by 2029 due to frozen tax thresholds and policy measures, hitting 'HENRY' earners hardest. Read the full analysis.
Birmingham's 10 hardest-to-contact GP surgeries revealed
New NHS survey data reveals the Birmingham GP practices patients find most difficult to contact by phone and online. See the full list of the top 10.
Nationwide app outage leaves customers without payments
Nationwide Building Society customers were left without expected payments after a major app and online banking failure. Read the latest on the outage and what to do if affected.
Barclays: Card spending sees biggest fall since 2021
Barclays reports the steepest drop in debit and credit card spending since 2021. Discover the key trends in non-essential retail, Black Friday, and festive drinking plans.
Santander: Brits More Inclined to Festive Kindness
A new Santander poll reveals over a third of Brits perform more random acts of kindness at Christmas, from charity donations to checking on neighbours. Discover the heartwarming data.
Nationwide 2026 bonus: March 31 deadline confirmed
Millions of Nationwide members could get a £100 Fairer Share bonus in 2026. Learn the eligibility criteria and the crucial March 31 deadline to qualify for the payment.
Survey reveals the UK's most unwanted Christmas gifts
A new survey reveals the most disappointing Christmas gifts Brits received in 2024, from used pyjamas to rotten fruit. Find out what people did with their unwanted presents.
Nationwide £50 Payment Deadline: Act by January 1
Nationwide Building Society warns eligible customers not to miss their £50 'thank you' payment. Check your details and cash cheques before the January 1, 2026 deadline.
Barclays: Labour Budget Boosts Business Investment Confidence
Barclays research reveals the Labour Autumn Budget has provided clarity for 42% of UK firms, spurring investment in AI and cybersecurity. Discover the key findings and business sentiment.
Cost of raising a child in UK soars to £249,000
New research shows the cost of raising a child to 18 has surged to £249,000, with childcare and teen years being the most expensive. Discover the full breakdown and expert analysis.
Gen Z 'Not Got the Message' on Drink-Driving
A new poll reveals a worrying gap in Gen Z's understanding of drink-driving dangers, with many seeing it as more acceptable. Read the full findings and expert reaction.
Worst Christmas gifts: Used pyjamas and rotten fruit revealed
A fifth of Brits got unwanted Christmas presents in 2024, from used pyjamas to a Spurs book for a Chelsea fan. Discover the worst gifts and what to do with them.
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