First Bus ends all Cornwall services, 275 jobs at risk
First Bus announces complete withdrawal from Cornwall in February 2026, putting 275 jobs at risk due to financial challenges and falling passenger numbers. Read the full story.
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Nationwide earnings fall after mortgage lending dips
Nationwide Building Society reports a pre-tax profit fall to £486m as mortgage lending decreases and Virgin Money acquisition costs rise. Discover the full financial details.
Reeves Plans Bank Tax Raid Impacting Savings & Mortgages
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a £2bn bank surcharge increase in the Autumn Budget, a move experts warn could lower savings rates and raise mortgage costs.
Unilever proposes 50 job cuts in Wirral
Unilever confirms plans to cut around 50 roles at its Port Sunlight factory in Wirral to 'maximise efficiencies'. Read the full story on the proposed redundancies.
Nationwide loses customer's £70,000 for 10 days
Robert Milne's £70k mortgage overpayment vanished for 10 days, causing immense stress and a dispute over Nationwide's £200 compensation offer. Discover the full story.
Pensioners warned of tax rise from threshold freeze
Coventry Building Society warns state pensioners on fixed incomes face paying more tax due to frozen thresholds. Discover the financial impact and planning tips.
Nationwide cuts buy-to-let mortgage rates
Nationwide's subsidiary, The Mortgage Works, reduces selected buy-to-let rates by up to 0.20%. New rates are effective from Tuesday, 18 November. A boost for UK landlords.
HMRC's £992 stealth tax demand hits low earners
HMRC is writing to UK households demanding £992 due to a frozen tax threshold. Discover how this stealth tax works and the legitimate way to avoid the payment.
15-Hour Snow Storm Threatens UK Power Cuts
Met Office issues yellow warning as 15-hour snow storm threatens power cuts and travel chaos across 12 UK towns and cities from Tuesday. Stay informed.
Barclays cuts mortgage rates by up to 0.3%
Barclays announces significant mortgage rate cuts, with Skipton and Leeds also reducing prices. Experts suggest a lender price war is brewing ahead of the Budget. Act now to secure a deal.
One in Four Workers Face New HMRC Tax Band
A new HMRC tax band will impact one in four workers as threshold freezes extend to 2030. Discover how this tax shake-up affects millions of Britons.
MOT Failure Rates: The Best and Worst Cars Revealed
New data reveals the cars most and least likely to fail their MOT test. Discover which models top the list and how to avoid a costly failure with a new online tool.
New UK bank account pays 4% interest, no strings attached
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.
Universal Credit health element cut for new claimants
New Universal Credit claimants with health conditions will receive nearly 50% less support from April 2026. Discover how these controversial changes affect disability benefits.
MPs: Cutting cash ISA limit won't boost stocks
Treasury Committee warns Chancellor Rachel Reeves that reducing cash ISA allowance could increase mortgage rates instead of stimulating stock market investment.
18,000 NHS jobs cut in major health service shake-up
Major NHS England restructuring sees 18,000 staff facing redundancy as health service merges with Department of Health. Voluntary redundancy scheme explained.
Hidden Costs of Shared Ownership Revealed
Mortgage expert Sam Fox explains the crucial expenses to consider when buying through shared ownership schemes. Essential reading for UK first-time buyers.
Pension pots could be slashed by £50,000 in cuts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to cap tax-free pension contributions, potentially costing high earners nearly £50,000. Discover the full impact of the Autumn Budget.
35 million overpay on energy bills - urgent warning
35 million UK households remain on costly Standard Variable Rate energy tariffs. Experts warn switching suppliers could save up to £679. Act now before winter.
Midlands personal trainer up for national award
Ian Northcott, a 60-year-old personal trainer from Bromsgrove, is a finalist for the UK Coaching Change a Life Award for his transformative work with older clients. Discover his inspiring story.
18,000 NHS jobs cut in major England health shake-up
Major NHS restructuring will eliminate 18,000 roles across England as ministers aim to reduce bureaucracy. Unions warn of disruption to patient services and loss of vital expertise.
Wales unemployment reaches 5.7%, highest in UK
New ONS data reveals Wales has the highest unemployment rate of any UK nation at 5.7%, its highest level outside the pandemic in nearly a decade. Explore the figures and political reactions.
UK Unemployment Rate Climbs to 5%, Highest Since 2021
UK unemployment rate rises to 5%, the highest level in over four years. Wage growth slows and payroll numbers fall, signalling a cooling labour market. Discover the economic implications.
State Pensioners Face 63% Tax Demand from HMRC
HMRC letters demand 63% tax from pensioners as Labour's 2p tax hike for high earners breaks election pledge. Autumn Budget set for November 26.
UK unemployment hits 5% as payroll numbers decline
UK unemployment reaches post-pandemic peak of 5% with 32,000 fewer payrolled employees in September. Wage growth slows but remains above inflation-comfort levels. What's next for the economy?
Lancaster University job cuts spark strike action
Lancaster University plans to cut over 400 jobs, prompting lecturer strikes and fears from local businesses and students about the economic and educational impact.
HMRC slashing state pensions by up to £3,300
Exclusive investigation reveals how HMRC is deducting thousands from state pension payments to recover historic tax debts, leaving retirees facing financial uncertainty. Learn who's at risk and what you can do.
Mortgage market clash: Brokers vs building societies
A fierce debate erupts between mortgage brokers and building societies as new research reveals growing tensions over lending practices and market access.
Labour urges halt to DWP benefit cuts amid cost crisis
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner demands immediate halt to DWP benefit deductions as families struggle with soaring living costs, warning of devastating consequences for millions.
Birmingham Council Faces Pressure for Financial Crisis Inquiry
Calls intensify for an independent investigation into Birmingham City Council's financial collapse as opposition leaders demand transparency and accountability.
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