UK Bank Holiday Changes Confirmed for 2026 and 2027
The UK's bank holiday calendar is set for adjustments in 2026 and 2027, with Boxing Day moved and substitute days created. Plan your long weekends now.
The UK's bank holiday calendar is set for adjustments in 2026 and 2027, with Boxing Day moved and substitute days created. Plan your long weekends now.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery reveals the club is working on January signings to bolster their squad for a Premier League and Europa League push. Read the latest transfer updates.
Aston Villa may turn to Sheffield United's Michael Cooper in January after Manchester City blocked a move for James Trafford. The £15m-rated keeper offers a top-class alternative.
Aston Villa are reportedly ready to battle Crystal Palace for the signing of Tottenham Hotspur winger Brennan Johnson in the January transfer window. Could the £48m man boost Villa's title charge?
Haroon Zaman, 23, impersonated victims and hijacked their accounts to promote a fake cryptocurrency investment scheme, conning over £124,000. Read the full details of the SEROCU investigation.
Wolves midfielder Marshall Munetsi could depart in January as French clubs circle. With Wolves bottom of the Premier League, a sale may free funds for new boss Rob Edwards. Read the latest.
Birmingham City are exploring the January market to strengthen three key positions. Get the latest on Chris Davies's transfer targets and the Blues' Championship ambitions.
HMRC issues urgent warning as scammers target taxpayers ahead of the 31 January deadline. Learn how to spot fake calls and texts and protect your personal information.
Besiktas are eyeing a January move for Wolves midfielder Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, but talks are on hold after the player sustained an injury. Read the latest on his future at Molineux.
Derby County are closing in on a permanent £350,000 transfer for Birmingham City defender Dion Sanderson. Get the latest on the January move and what it means for both clubs.
Manchester City have decided against selling goalkeeper James Trafford in January, dealing a blow to Aston Villa, Wolves, Newcastle and Tottenham's transfer plans.
Aston Villa are battling Tottenham and Newcastle for Brentford's £61m striker Igor Thiago. His signing could be the decisive factor in Villa's stunning Premier League title challenge. Read the latest.
Aston Villa are targeting a new striker in January. We analyse why a £50m move for Brentford's Igor Thiago is a risk and why Eintracht Frankfurt's Jonathan Burkardt could be a masterstroke for Unai Emery's Champions League chase.
Wolverhampton Wanderers are planning a crucial January transfer window to escape relegation. We analyse four likely signings and four unlikely deals for Rob Edwards's side.
A sophisticated bank account scam is sweeping the UK, with fraudsters stealing tens of thousands of pounds. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your money from this urgent threat.
The DWP urges nine million state pensioners to stay vigilant against bank scams as Winter Fuel Payments arrive. Learn how to spot fraud and protect your payment.
State pensioners are being warned about a resurgence of fake DWP and HMRC texts attempting to steal personal data. Learn how to spot the scam and protect vulnerable relatives.
Lloyds Bank, with over 28 million customers, has closed 17 branches this November. See the full list of affected locations and the wider trend of UK bank branch closures.
Unai Emery's Aston Villa are linked with several stars for the January window. We assess four possible signings, including a £50m striker, and five deals that look unlikely.
Wolves' long-term goalkeeping target Christos Mandas addresses transfer speculation. The Greek international could be available for just £6m in January as Wolves seek defensive stability.
Aston Villa's pursuit of striker Ivan Toney hits a major hurdle. Get the latest update on why a January move now seems unlikely and who Villa could target instead.
Sainsbury's Bank is closing all accounts by December's end, moving 1.8 million customers to NatWest. Find out what this means for your savings, loans, and digital banking access.
Aldi urges UK shoppers to donate key items like tinned food and toiletries at in-store collection points this winter, as food bank demand is set to surge by 30%.
Aston Villa are reportedly preparing a January move for Crystal Palace's £40m-rated striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. With Palace willing to listen to offers, Villa see a dream chance to add firepower.
Struggling Wolves could propose a swap deal with West Ham, sending goalkeeper Jose Sa to London in exchange for striker Niklas Fullkrug. Could this ignite the January window?
A pocket-sized 40,000mAh power bank, too powerful for airline carry-on, is now 83% off on Amazon at just £34.99. Features triple charging and an LCD display. Grab this deal before stock runs out.
Aston Villa are reportedly tracking Sporting CP's Ousmane Diomande, who has an €80m release clause. Could Villa make a January move for the 'valuable asset'?
Aston Villa are on red alert as Rangers' highly-rated teenager Bailey Rice is set to leave on a free transfer next summer. Villa could capitalise with a pre-contract offer from January.
Aston Villa could offer Evann Guessand in a swap deal to sign Brentford's prolific striker Igor Thiago for £50m in January, as Unai Emery seeks competition for misfiring Ollie Watkins.
Sainsbury's Bank is closing all remaining customer accounts on Monday, completing its transfer to NatWest. Find out what this means for your banking.