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4.5 Million UK Homes Face £768 Mortgage Hike as Fixed Rates End

Mortgage shock for 4.5 million UK households

Nearly half of UK mortgage holders will see bills rise by £768 a year as fixed deals expire. The Bank of England warns of payment shocks despite recent rate cuts.

Asda's 72-Hour Fuel Offer: Spend £15 for 3p Off Per Litre This December

Asda's 72-Hour Fuel Offer: Save 3p Per Litre

Asda urges shoppers to spend £15 in the next 72 hours to unlock a festive fuel discount. Get 3p off per litre at Express stores throughout December. Act now to save!

UK Drivers Overcharged at Pumps as Fuel Margins Stay High, CMA Warns

Drivers warned of persistent fuel overcharging

A CMA report reveals UK drivers are paying too much for fuel as retailer margins remain high. A new government-backed fuel finder scheme aims to boost competition and cut prices.

Petrol drivers hit with 17p per mile cost in December as pump prices surge

Petrol drivers face 17p per mile charges in December

UK petrol drivers are paying an average of 17p per mile this December, with a 1000-mile trip costing £173. RAC warns of a costly Christmas on the roads. Read more for the full breakdown and expert comment.

UK Drivers Overcharged at Pumps as Fuel Margins Stay High, Watchdog Warns

CMA warns drivers still overcharged for fuel

The UK's competition watchdog warns petrol and diesel margins remain historically high, rejecting retailer claims. Find out how this impacts your wallet and what's being done.

Fuel Watchdog Warns Drivers Are Overpaying as Retailer Margins Soar

CMA warns drivers paying too much for fuel

The UK's competition watchdog says drivers are likely overpaying for fuel due to high retailer margins. A new 'fuel finder' scheme aims to boost transparency and competition.

Sixes Cricket Bars Collapse Into Administration Days Before Christmas

Sixes Cricket Bar Chain Enters Administration

Sixes, the cricket-themed entertainment chain backed by Ben Stokes, has collapsed into administration, putting 16 venues across England at risk just before the festive season.

CMA: Fuel Retailers' 'Persistently High' Margins Hit UK Drivers

CMA warns of 'weak' competition in UK fuel market

The UK competition watchdog finds fuel retailers' profit margins remain 'persistently high', with weak competition keeping pump prices up. New fuel finder scheme aims to empower motorists.

Welsh Senedd Approves £116m Business Rates Relief for 2026 Revaluation

Senedd Backs £116m Business Rates Relief Scheme

The Senedd has unanimously approved a £116m transitional relief scheme to phase in tax increases for 25,000 Welsh businesses after the 2026 revaluation. Learn how this support will work.

Nationwide to Cut Mortgage Rates in January After Bank of England Move

Nationwide Slashes Mortgage Rates from January 2026

Nationwide Building Society will reduce its Standard Mortgage Rate by 0.25% to 6.49% from 1 January 2026, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Find out what this means for your repayments.

Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 3.75%, Urging Savers to Act Fast

Bank of England cuts interest rates to 3.75%

The Bank of England has cut the base rate to 3.75%, signalling a shift for savers and borrowers. Experts urge immediate action to secure top savings deals before banks follow suit.

UK Drivers Urged to Clear Car Boots for Better Fuel Efficiency This Christmas

Clear your car boot to save fuel this Christmas

Motoring experts warn UK drivers that decluttering vehicles and removing roof boxes can significantly reduce fuel consumption during costly festive travel. Act now to cut costs.

UK Unemployment Rate Climbs to 5.1% as Labour Market Weakens

UK unemployment jumps above 5% as hiring slows

UK unemployment rises to 5.1% with 22,000 fewer payrolled workers in September. Wage growth cools as the Bank of England faces pressure to cut rates. Read the full analysis.

Savers Alert: Act Now as Bank of England Rate Cut Looms

Urgent warning for UK savers ahead of rate cut

Finance experts urge UK savers to move their money as the Bank of England is tipped to cut the base rate from 4% to 3.75% this week. Find out how to protect your savings.

Walsall's High Street Crisis: Over 40 Empty Shops as Residents Feel 'Forgotten'

Walsall high street has over 40 empty shops

Walsall's once-thriving high street now has over 40 vacant units, with locals describing a 'dying ghost town'. Discover the impact on community and business.

UK Savers Risk Losing £2.3bn as Inertia Hits Interest Rates

Millions Warned to Withdraw Cash Now

UK savers are urged to act as billions in interest is lost due to account inertia. Experts warn now is the time to move money for better rates.

UK Firms Slash Jobs at Fastest Pace Since Pandemic, Bank of England Survey Reveals

UK Job Cuts Hit Fastest Rate Since Pandemic

Private sector employment fell 1.8% in November, the sharpest drop since July 2021. The Bank of England's survey points to a December interest rate cut amid rising inflation expectations. Read the full analysis.

Nationwide Slashes Fixed Mortgage Rates to 3.58% in Festive Boost

Nationwide Cuts Mortgage Rates to 3.58%

Nationwide Building Society has cut selected fixed mortgage rates to as low as 3.58%, offering a Christmas boost for home buyers and movers. Read the full details and expert reaction here.

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