Couple sub-let council house from 130 miles away
A couple has been sentenced for illegally renting out their Solihull Council property while living in Essex, making nearly £3,000 profit. Read how the fraud was uncovered.
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Lloyds Bank Closing 40 UK Branches in 2026
Lloyds Bank confirms 40 branch closures in 2026, including Birmingham's Harborne, citing a shift to digital banking. See the full list of affected locations.
Halifax confirms 14 more bank branch closures for 2026
Halifax announces 14 bank branch closures across the UK in 2026, citing a shift to digital banking. Birmingham's Bearwood branch among those shutting. Full list inside.
Lloyds Bank warns all customers of fraud risk
Lloyds Bank issues urgent fraud warning ahead of Christmas, extending a scheme that has seized £15m from criminals to fund prevention and victim support.
NatWest Confirms Six December Bank Branch Closures
NatWest is closing six high street branches on December 31, 2025, citing a shift to digital banking. Community pop-ups and mobile services will support affected customers. See the full list.
Ex-Chelsea treasury manager admits £208k fraud
A former Chelsea FC assistant treasury manager has pleaded guilty to defrauding the Premier League club of over £200,000. Claire Walsh will be sentenced at crown court.
Sainsbury's Bank closes all accounts, moves customers to NatWest
Sainsbury's Bank is closing all remaining customer accounts on Monday, completing its transfer to NatWest. Find out what this means for your banking.
Santander £100,000 prize draw: Sunday deadline
Santander urges customers to keep £100 in their accounts by 30 November 2025 for a chance to win £100,000 in a Christmas prize draw. Learn how to enter and stay safe from scams.
Black Friday Travel Scam Alert: £11m Lost in 2024
Action Fraud warns holidaymakers as travel scams surge for Black Friday. Protect your money with ATOL checks and credit card payments. Stay safe while booking deals.
Nationwide's £175 offer sparks UK bank account rush
UK households are switching bank accounts for Nationwide's £175 bonus. Over 111,000 switches occurred in July alone, with more than a million in the past year. Find out how to claim.
Birmingham binman faked injury, caught as bouncer
A Birmingham City Council bin worker was forced to resign after being secretly filmed working as a pub bouncer while claiming a work injury left him in a wheelchair.
Nationwide's £175 Switch Bonus: Key Requirements
Get Nationwide's £175 switching bonus. Learn the key steps: use the Switch Service, move 2 Direct Debits, pay in £1,000 & make a card payment. Act now!
NatWest appoints new Venture Capital Managing Director
NatWest strengthens its Venture Banking team with Andrew Hunter as Managing Director, signalling a major commitment to supporting the UK's most ambitious, venture-backed scaleups.
Reeves secures bank backing for Budget with tax relief
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses calls for bank tax hikes as lenders pledge support for Budget measures. Exclusive details on the Treasury's strategy to secure City backing.
Switch Bank Accounts by Thursday for £400 Bonus
HSBC, Halifax and TSB customers urged to switch banks by November 27 for cash incentives up to £400. Act now to secure your banking bonus.
Barclays' Urgent Switch Warning: Don't Miss £900
Barclays warns customers to act fast on £900 switching bonuses. Secure £400 for current accounts and £500 for ISA transfers before deadlines expire.
Barclays £200 Switch Bonus: Key Rules Explained
Barclays confirms eligibility for its £200 account switching bonus. Find out if you qualify and how to claim the payment before the November deadline.
Woman charged with Oasis ticket fraud
Rosie Slater, 32, has been charged with 11 counts of fraud over alleged fake Oasis ticket sales. She is due in court in December. Read the latest on this case and new ticket resale laws.
DWP to contact benefits claimants' families in crackdown
The DWP is set to contact benefits claimants' families using new anti-fraud powers. Learn how this crackdown aims to reduce the ballooning welfare bill.
Chase Bank increases deposit protection to £120,000
Chase Bank UK informs customers of increased FSCS protection from £85,000 to £120,000 starting December 2025. Find out what this means for your savings security.
Nationwide names new Business Banking Director for 2026
Nationwide Building Society appoints Hannah Bernard OBE as Group Director of Business Banking, effective January 2026, bringing mutuality to UK businesses.
Which? Reveals 6 Best Bank Accounts for 2025
New Which? research shows banking loyalty rarely pays. Discover the 6 top-rated current accounts offering cashback, perks and better value for your money in 2025.
Council stops £750k right-to-buy fraud attempt
Sandwell Council prevented a £750,000 right-to-buy scam as tenants rushed to beat a discount deadline. Discover how the council protected public funds and housing stock.
Barclays £400 Bonus: Deadline & Details
Barclays is offering a £400 bonus for switching to a Premier account by 27 Nov. Get payment by 27 Dec. Check eligibility and how to apply now.
DWP's new fraud powers exempt state pension
The DWP gains new powers to deduct money from accounts to combat benefit fraud, with state pensions protected. Learn how these changes affect you and when they begin.
Banks Pay £524 Switching Bonuses in Christmas Battle
Santander leads UK banking battle with £524 switching bonus package. Compare offers from Lloyds, First Direct and others as lenders compete for customers during cost of living squeeze.
Santander TSB takeover to create UK's third-largest bank
Santander's £2.65bn TSB acquisition will create Britain's third-largest bank, serving 28 million customers. The TSB brand is expected to disappear from UK high streets.
24 UK Bank Branches Closing in November
Major banks including Lloyds, Halifax, and Barclays are shutting 24 branches across the UK this November. Discover the full list of closures and what it means for customers.
Barclays £200 Bonus: Rules for Getting Cash
Barclays is offering a £200 welcome bonus for new account holders who meet specific criteria, including paying in £2,000. Learn the steps to claim your cash.
UK investment scams surge 55% amid crypto fraud wave
UK households lose £97.7m to investment scams, with crypto fraud rising 55%. Official data reveals social media's role. Learn how to protect your savings now.
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