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Petition Calls for Major Increase to Tax-Free Allowances
A public petition urges HMRC to raise the personal tax allowance to £15,597 and the higher-rate threshold to £62,379 to combat 'stealth tax' fiscal drag. The government must respond if it reaches 10,000 signatures.
Nationwide cuts mortgage rates by up to 0.20%
Nationwide Building Society announces major mortgage rate cuts effective 15 January, with a new headline rate of 3.50%. Experts predict a boost for the 2026 property market.
BoE's Taylor: China Trade Could Drive UK Rate Cuts
Bank of England's Alan Taylor suggests influx of cheap Chinese goods could lower inflation, prompting earlier interest rate cuts. Read the full analysis.
HMRC letters target UK savers ahead of tax deadline
HMRC is contacting UK households with savings over £12,500 as the 31 January self-assessment deadline approaches. Check your Personal Savings Allowance now to avoid a surprise tax bill.
PIP benefit success rate drops dramatically to 38%
New DWP data reveals a sharp fall in Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claim success rates. Discover the latest figures and what it means for claimants in England and Wales.
Heated Rivalry Author Uses Show's Success for Parkinson's Care
Author Rachel Reid reveals the global hit TV adaptation of 'Heated Rivalry' is funding her access to top Parkinson's disease specialists, transforming her treatment after a two-year battle.
Halifax offers 5.5% fixed rate savings account
Halifax launches a new 12-month Regular Saver account with a 5.5% fixed interest rate. Learn the key details, eligibility, and how it compares to recent mortgage rate cuts.
2 Million Hit by 62% 'Tax Trap' as HMRC Freezes Thresholds
New HMRC data shows a record two million workers will be caught in a 62% effective tax rate by 2027, prompting fears of an exodus of high earners from the UK. Read the full analysis.
Nationwide cuts savings rates from February 10
Nationwide Building Society is reducing rates on 13 savings products from February 10, following the Bank of England's rate cut. Find out which accounts are affected.
Lloyds Cuts Mortgage Rates for Exclusive Club Members
Lloyds Bank has reduced rates on its Club Lloyds mortgages, offering the market's cheapest two-year fix. Experts warn against switching just for the rate. Discover if you're eligible.
Nationwide warns of savings rate cuts from February 10
Nationwide Building Society announces reductions to numerous savings products from 10 February, following the Bank of England's December rate cut. Find out which accounts are affected.
Boost Your Tax-Free Allowance to £18,570
Personal finance experts reveal how UK households can combine allowances to earn up to £18,570 tax-free. Learn how the starting savings rate works for lower earners.
Warning for savers with £5,000+ as banks cut rates
Money experts warn Nationwide customers with over £5,000 savings to act now. Online banks offer better deals as high street giants prepare to slash rates following Bank of England cut.
UK households to see £275 monthly mortgage saving
UK homeowners could save around £275 a month as the Bank of England cuts rates. Tracker mortgages see immediate relief. Find out what it means for you.
HMRC penalty change for 12 million UK taxpayers
HMRC announces a cut to the late payment interest rate for Self Assessment returns. Over 12 million face fines if they miss the January 31 deadline. Act now to avoid penalties.
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.
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.
Reeves U-turn on business rate relief for UK pubs
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to reverse plans to scrap business tax relief, a significant win for British pubs facing steep rate hikes. Full details on the policy shift.
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.
Pensioners missing out on thousands in tax relief
Millions of pension savers are failing to claim vital tax rebates, sacrificing thousands of pounds. Experts warn higher-rate taxpayers must act now to reclaim money from HMRC.
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.
Pubs face £150m rate hike, bosses demand urgent government action
Pub bosses warn of devastating closures as business rates threaten £150m blow. Industry leaders urge the government for a 'fast solution' after crisis talks. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Barclays cuts savings rates on popular accounts
Barclays Bank is reducing interest rates on four of its most popular savings products, including the Rainy Day Saver, in a blow to millions of UK customers. Find out the new rates and effective dates.
Zombie firms set to collapse in 2026, warns think tank
A leading think tank warns of a surge in 'zombie' business failures in 2026, threatening jobs as UK unemployment remains at 5.1%. Experts urge policymakers to act.
Mums Turn £8 Side Hustle into £100k Kids' Clothes Business
Two Shropshire mums turned an £8 Tesco vest pack into a booming £100k-a-year children's clothing brand, Beck and Co, after struggling to find cool outfits for their son. Discover their inspiring journey.
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.
HSBC cuts mortgage rates, brokers predict rate war
HSBC announces sweeping reductions to residential and buy-to-let mortgage rates from January 5, 2026. Brokers welcome the move, predicting a potential rate war and deals below 3.5%. Read the latest.
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