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.
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.
Low-income households can apply for emergency payments of up to £200 via the Household Support Fund. Apply now to your local council for help with food and energy bills.
Experts warn UK savers to lock in top bond rates now before a potential base rate cut. The top one-year bond rate rose in November for the first time since July.
The DWP is issuing a second December payment, a £10 Christmas Bonus, to PIP, ESA, DLA claimants and state pensioners. Find out when it arrives and who is eligible.
UK state pensioners are set for a series of extra payments worth up to £524.75 this winter. Find out if you're eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment and other support.
The DWP confirms altered state pension payment dates in December due to Christmas bank holidays. Find out when your money will arrive to budget effectively.
A grieving family faces mortgage refusal after Metro Bank declines to remove late payment markers from their credit file, despite their son's death. Read their story.
LHV Bank unveils a competitive 4.25% AER easy-access savings account. Discover the details and how recent ISA changes make this a timely option for UK savers.
Millions of UK state pensioners will see an extra £10 payment this December. Find out who is eligible and when the DWP Christmas Bonus will be paid.
The DWP is issuing a £10 tax-free Christmas Bonus to claimants on 24 specific benefits. Find out if you qualify and when to expect the payment.
Prince Harry stunned audiences with a surprise appearance and a pointed joke about Donald Trump on The Late Show. Read the full details of the royal's comedy sketch.
Millions of UK state pensioners will see a surprise £10 bonus from the DWP this week. Find out who qualifies and how the automatic payment works.
Comedian Peter Kay has opened up about his lifelong battle with weight loss, sharing funny stories of failed diets and awkward gym encounters in a candid Radio 2 interview.
The DWP confirms tax-free Winter Fuel Payments of up to £475 are landing for eligible pensioners. Learn about eligibility for this and other cold weather support schemes.
The Bank of England's latest data shows new mortgage rates have dropped to 4.17%. Experts analyse the market ahead of the crucial interest rate decision. Read the full report.
The DWP confirms early state pension payments of at least £704 before Christmas due to bank holidays. Find out the new payment dates and how your NI number affects it.
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.
Millions in the UK will receive a £10 Christmas Bonus from DWP in December. Find out if you qualify and see the full list of eligible benefits. Check your account now!
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.
Millions of UK state pensioners to receive up to £475 in extra winter payments from DWP. Learn about Winter Fuel Allowance, Warm Home Discount & Cold Weather Payment eligibility.
From the DWP Christmas Bonus to Cold Weather Payments, discover the nine key financial changes affecting millions of UK households in December 2025. Plan your finances now.
Comedian Peter Kay confirms 2026 tour dates, revealing all profits will support 12 major cancer charities. Tickets on sale November 30. Support a great cause!
Comedian Peter Kay reveals the final dates for his 'Better Late Than Never' tour on BBC's The One Show. All 2026 profits will support 12 cancer charities. Tickets on sale November 30.
Savers are rushing to lock in high-interest accounts as Bank of England rate cuts loom. Discover the top-paying providers and why switching from major banks is crucial now.
The DWP confirms millions on benefits won't get the £25 Cold Weather Payment. Find out if you qualify and learn about Scotland's replacement scheme.
State pensioners are set for automatic £25 payments to help with heating bills during freezing weather. Find out if you're eligible and when to expect payment.
Struggling with winter bills? The DWP is offering three key payments worth up to £475, including Winter Fuel Payment and Warm Home Discount. Check your eligibility now.
UK households on specific benefits will receive a £10 Christmas Bonus in early December. Check eligibility and payment details for this DWP one-off payment.
Jet2 reports strong financial growth with profits expected to hit £453m, driven by later bookings and viral online marketing. Discover how the airline adapts to changing consumer behaviour.
Vogue Williams and Tom Read Wilson are the late arrivals for I'm A Celebrity 2025. Get the latest on their jungle challenge and camp revelations.