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.
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57,000 homes lose power in Storm Goretti snow
Over 57,000 properties are without electricity as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and gales. Full list of affected areas in the South West, West Midlands, and Wales.
Barclays cuts mortgage rates in major Friday change
Barclays slashes purchase and remortgage rates from 9 January, joining HSBC and Halifax. Experts predict fierce lender competition in 2026. Read the latest.
Asda slashes prices on 2,300+ items to undercut rivals
Asda pledges to drop prices of everyday essentials below Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons loyalty card rates. Over 2,300 products are now cheaper to help families post-Christmas.
The hidden catch in the £150 energy bill cut
A promised £150 energy bill saving won't arrive until April, leaving households exposed to high winter costs. Experts warn of a 'winter gap'. Discover how to protect yourself now.
Midlands Power Cut Risk as Snow Hits: Towns Listed
An amber snow alert warns of power cuts and travel chaos across the Midlands from Thursday night. Key towns at risk include Birmingham, Derby, and Coventry. Stay informed and check on vulnerable neighbours.
Nationwide's 4% ISA pays £400 on £10k savings
Nationwide Building Society is offering a 4% fixed-rate cash ISA, paying £400 interest on a £10,000 deposit. Experts urge savers to act fast as banks cut rates.
Barclays cuts savings rates, customers to earn less
Barclays warns savers of interest rate cuts from January 2026, following Bank of England's base rate reduction. Expert urges looking beyond high street banks for better returns.
Met Office snow and power cut warning for Midlands
The Met Office has issued a severe weather warning for heavy snow and potential power cuts across 15 parts of Birmingham and the Midlands from Thursday night. Residents urged to prepare for travel disruption.
69,000 households face £321 monthly mortgage hike
Tens of thousands of UK homeowners face a sharp rise in mortgage costs as five-year fixed-rate deals from 2021 expire. Expert advice on navigating the remortgage shock.
Universal Credit cuts of £2,652 announced for new claimants
New claimants with health conditions will see Universal Credit support halved from April 2026, a cut of £2,652 per year. The DWP defends the move, while critics warn it will push thousands into poverty.
Three men fined £900+ for littering in Black Country
Three men have been prosecuted and ordered to pay over £900 in total after failing to pay Fixed Penalty Notices for littering in Walsall. Walsall Council warns residents to dispose of waste responsibly.
NS&I rate cut sparks urgent warning to savers
Following NS&I's latest rate reduction, finance expert Kevin Mountford urges savers to shop around for better deals. Discover top fixed and easy-access alternatives available now.
NS&I cuts interest rates on new British Savings Bonds
NS&I has launched new issues of its fixed-term British Savings Bonds with reduced interest rates. Find out the new rates for 1 to 5-year terms and what it means for your savings.
Protect your winter energy bills with a fixed tariff
With a £150 energy bill cut not effective until April 2026, learn how locking in a fixed tariff now can shield your budget from winter price spikes. Discover Utility Warehouse's bundled approach to savings.
British Gas: Stockpile 3 Days of Medicine for Snow Storm
British Gas urges UK households to prepare emergency kits with three days of medicine and essentials as Met Office amber warnings predict power cuts and travel chaos across Scotland.
WMP Could Lose 80 Officers in 2026 Funding Crisis
West Midlands Police may lose up to 80 officers in 2026 due to a £41m government funding shortfall. Commissioner Simon Foster calls it 'unacceptable' and warns of a blow to community safety. Read the full story.
Savers urged to review accounts as best rates drop
UK households are urged to check savings accounts this week as leading fixed rates fall. Experts advise shopping around for inflation-beating deals from building societies and digital banks.
Uninsured driver fines set to double under Labour plans
Fines for driving without insurance will rise from £300 to £600 as part of a new government road safety strategy aimed at cutting insurance costs for all. Learn the details.
WMP could lose 80 officers in 2026 funding crisis
West Midlands Police may lose up to 80 officers in 2026 due to a £41m government funding shortfall, warns PCC Simon Foster. This could push officer numbers to 600 below 2010 levels. Join the conversation.
British Gas confirms £134 energy bill cut for customers
British Gas and Octopus Energy will pass on government savings, cutting typical bills by £134 from April 2026. Fixed tariff customers included. Find out how you benefit.
NatWest cuts savings rates from January 19
NatWest is reducing interest rates on multiple savings accounts from January 19, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Savers are urged to review their options.
Universal Credit health payment cut for new claimants
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces controversial Universal Credit changes, halving the health top-up for most new claimants from April 2026. Find out who is affected.
Lloyds Bank offers 6.25% interest savings account
Lloyds Bank launches a competitive 6.25% fixed-rate savings account for eligible Club Lloyds customers. Find out the monthly deposit rules and potential returns.
First-Time Buyers to Drive 2026 UK Property Sales
UK housing market forecast: First-time buyers lead 2026 sales surge as rates fall. Prices set to rise 2-4%, while rental growth slows. Get the full analysis.
Morrisons cuts prices on over 2,500 items
Morrisons launches a major price cut on over 2,500 products from January 2nd, offering savings on fresh food and household essentials. Discover how the supermarket is helping UK shoppers save.
Birmingham's biggest stories of 2025: January to June
A month-by-month look at the major political and community stories that shaped Birmingham in the first half of 2025, from the bin strike crisis to council bankruptcy fallout.
Universal Credit health top-up halved for new claimants from April
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms controversial Universal Credit cuts. New claimants with disabilities to see health element slashed from £97 to £50 a week from April 2026. Full details.
Energy bill cut delayed: How to save now this winter
The promised £150 energy bill cut won't arrive until April 2026, leaving families facing peak winter prices. Discover why fixing your tariff now could offer faster relief and immediate savings.
Switch energy deals now to save £272 before price cap rise
Millions of British Gas, EDF, E.ON, Ovo and Octopus customers are urged to check fixed deals now. With the price cap rising in January, a quick switch could save households over £270 a year. Act fast to lock in savings.
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