Sam Spoors, founder of Morpeth-based Talentheads, shares her journey from corporate recruitment to building a 10-strong team. Discover her insights on sector evolution, work-life balance, and why the North East business community is second to none.
Lloyds Bank cuts minimum income for its First Time Buyer Boost to £40,000, unlocking £1bn in new lending. Self-employed buyers can now borrow up to 5.5x their income.
A Lloyds Bank study reveals 28 million UK adults now use AI for personal finance, saving an average of £399 annually. Discover how AI is transforming money management.
Lloyds Bank and the MTC have trained over 5,000 people in a £15m partnership, tackling the UK's manufacturing skills gap. Discover how this initiative supports SMEs.
Alliance Manchester Business School celebrates its 60th anniversary by launching a book calling for business schools to tackle society's biggest challenges, from climate change to inequality.
Nationwide, Lloyds, Barclays and Santander are paying up to £200 for current account switches. Learn how to secure this legal cash bonus in time for Christmas.
Jeremy Parisi defends wife Kelly Brook from online abuse about her body as she appears on I'm A Celebrity. Read his powerful response and her message of body confidence.
Lloyds Bank's third green retrofit loan of 2025 will upgrade over 11,000 social homes, supporting 2,000 skilled construction jobs. Discover how this initiative boosts energy efficiency.
Hull & East Yorkshire Business Awards celebrated 25 years with multiple winners including Peter Brown's Lifetime Achievement honour. Discover the region's business champions.
Marks & Spencer launches innovative 'secret support' pants for men, designed to offer a subtle lift and boost confidence. Discover the new range and M&S's fresh Christmas marketing strategy.
Business confidence jumped 8 points to 50% in October, Lloyds Bank reports. Key sectors show renewed optimism as the crucial golden quarter begins. Read the full analysis.
Martin Lewis reveals how to claim up to £400 in free cash by switching banks this November. Discover seven banks offering incentives and how to maximise your earnings.
UK consumer confidence falls to -19 as households brace for the Autumn Budget and Black Friday. Retailers warn of a crucial trading period. Read the full analysis.
Calls grow for a public inquiry after an asylum seeker with a criminal history in Europe murdered a father-of-three in a Lloyds Bank. Read the latest developments.
NatWest launches a £120 switching bonus for new Premier account customers. Limited time offer from November 18, 2025 to January 6, 2026. Switch now to claim your reward!
Lloyds Bank customers have reclaimed £2 million via chargebacks this year. The bank urges vigilance against festive scams and explains how to claim under Section 75.
Discover how the Google Pixel 9a on Vodafone Business delivers premium performance at an affordable price for UK small businesses and sole traders. Find your perfect work phone today.
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.
LHV Bank launches a groundbreaking current account paying 4% AER interest on balances up to £1 million, tracking the Bank of England base rate until 2027. Switch today for a fairer deal on your everyday money.
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.
Discover Pour Moi's affordable shapewear collection that smooths, supports and boosts confidence without breaking the bank. Perfect for party season!
Discover how the Google Pixel 10 Pro, paired with Vodafone Business plans, uses smart AI and reliable 5G to boost productivity and security for UK professionals.
FTSE-100 manufacturer Spirax Group reports global trade uncertainty is dampening confidence but maintains its full-year growth forecast. Discover the impact on UK manufacturing.
Lloyds Bank is closing 17 branches across the UK this November, citing changing customer habits. Find out the full list of affected locations and alternative banking options.
Business confidence in Yorkshire and Humber reaches eight-month high as new orders increase for first time since March, NatWest survey reveals. Discover the regional economic outlook.
Tesco Bank announces closure of its Clubcard Pay+ and Round Up accounts from April 2026. Customers advised to move funds and continue earning points with standard Clubcard.
Lloyds Bank launches a Refer a Friend scheme where customers can earn £50 per referral, up to £250. Find out how to claim this limited-time cash bonus.
Lloyds Bank is rewarding customers with up to £250 for referring friends. Both parties get £50 when a new account is opened. Find out how to claim your cash.
Barclays reveals all consumer confidence measures fell for first time since August 2022. Two in five Brits adjust finances ahead of Autumn Budget. Discover spending trends.
NatWest, Barclays, Santander and Lloyds Bank are closing 23 branches across the UK this November. Discover the full list of affected locations and the reasons behind these bank closures.