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Energy firms urged to clarify £150 bill cut details

Major suppliers like Octopus and British Gas have confirmed the £150 discount for fixed deal customers from April. Experts urge others to follow suit to prevent consumer confusion this winter.

UK inflation drops to 3.2%, an 8-month low

UK inflation fell more than expected to 3.2% in November, driven by lower food prices. Discover what this means for your cost of living and future interest rates.

HMRC Christmas Bonus Tax Warning Issued

HMRC warns a Christmas work bonus could push you into a higher tax bracket. A £10,000 bonus risks 40% tax. Experts recommend 'bonus sacrifice' into your pension.

Sharp Rise in Welsh Unemployment to 6.1%

Unemployment in Wales has surged to 6.1%, affecting 94,000 people, while economic inactivity remains stubbornly high at 24.5%. Explore the latest ONS data and political reactions.

Daily Quiz: Questions on Bond, Friends, and Trivia

Challenge yourself with our Tuesday quiz! Questions range from Roger Moore's Bond debut to Ross Geller's second wife in Friends. See how many answers you know and check yesterday's solutions.

UK unemployment jumps above 5% as hiring slows

UK unemployment rises to 5.1% with 22,000 fewer payrolled workers in September. Wage growth cools as the Bank of England faces pressure to cut rates. Read the full analysis.

Urgent warning for UK savers ahead of rate cut

Finance experts urge UK savers to move their money as the Bank of England is tipped to cut the base rate from 4% to 3.75% this week. Find out how to protect your savings.

Birmingham Jewellery Quarter Shop for Auction

A prime retail and office space at 34 Tenby Street in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter is set for auction on December 10th. Guide price is £230,000+. Discover the details and how to bid.

Nationwide Cuts Mortgage Rates to 3.58%

Nationwide Building Society has cut selected fixed mortgage rates to as low as 3.58%, offering a Christmas boost for home buyers and movers. Read the full details and expert reaction here.

£150 Energy Bill Cut for Fixed Tariffs from 2026

The Labour government confirms a £150 annual energy bill reduction for all households in England, Scotland, and Wales from April 2026, including those on fixed tariffs. Ministers pressure suppliers to pass on savings.

Switch Energy Supplier Now to Save Over £200

Customers of British Gas, OVO, E.ON, and Octopus can save £228 a year by switching. New fixed deals from Ecotricity and others offer significant savings as wholesale prices fall. Act now to lock in cheaper winter bills.

Pre-Christmas Rate Cut Likely as Mortgage Rates Fall

The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates on December 18, with markets predicting a 90% chance. This has already triggered mortgage rate reductions from major lenders, offering hope to home buyers.

NS&I November rule change warning for savers

NS&I customers warned about Premium Bonds prize rate cuts as new British Savings Bonds launch with higher interest rates. Expert analysis reveals what this means for your savings.

1 Million UK Households Now Paying 45% Tax Rate

Frozen tax thresholds have dragged over 720,000 more people into the 45% additional rate band, taking the total beyond one million. Discover how this 'stealth tax' impacts the economy.

HMRC Demands £8,165 from UK Households

UK households earning over £50,000 face £8,165 tax demands due to frozen thresholds. Discover the impact on savings and capital gains and how to protect your finances.

Tax Threshold Freeze Extended to 2031

The UK government extends the income tax threshold freeze to 2031, a move set to raise £7.6bn and pull millions into higher tax brackets. Discover the full impact.

Martin Lewis Names Cheapest Energy Tariffs

Money expert Martin Lewis identifies the cheapest fixed energy tariffs from Octopus, Eon and EDF as bills are set to rise again in January. Discover how to save over 10% on your energy costs.

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