Bank protection limit rises to £120,000 from today
Savings protection jumps by £35,000 to £120,000 per person from 1st December. Find out what this major change means for your money's safety.
Savings protection jumps by £35,000 to £120,000 per person from 1st December. Find out what this major change means for your money's safety.
The UK Government plans to slash the drink-drive limit in England and Wales to 22 micrograms, aligning with Scotland. Discover the details and road safety implications.
A Speke community project secures a £7,842 grant to help residents reduce food waste, learn vital cooking skills, and promote sustainability through workshops and a new community fridge.
Birmingham City Council confirms major road safety overhaul for 2026, including 30mph limits on 27 roads and new speed cameras. Drivers urged to prepare for changes.
Exclusive data reveals nearly 30,000 speeding offences on the M6 in the West Midlands. Discover the motorway's busiest camera hotspots and how to avoid fines.
Retirees with income under £50,270 can reduce their tax bill by £252 using Marriage Allowance. Claim this often-overlooked HMRC perk today.
Motorists in West Bromwich face new 20mph restrictions on Dudley Street as part of ongoing road safety measures near schools. Learn how this affects your journey.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major ISA shake-up. From 2027, the cash ISA limit falls to £12,000, with new charges for 'cash-like' stocks and shares ISA holdings.
Aldi imposes a strict two-per-person limit on its expert-endorsed Cairanne wine, now slashed to £4.99. Shoppers must act fast before the offer ends on 3 December 2025.
Asda has introduced a three-bottle purchase limit per customer on Baileys after slashing £4 off the price. The rule is in place to prevent stockpiling until November 30.
Tesco faces backlash after imposing a two-pack limit on bottled water for home deliveries. Shoppers call the move 'ridiculous' and threaten to switch supermarkets. Discover the full story.
UK households in council tax band D can get 100% discounts, leading to £0 bills before a 5% rise to £2,394. Learn how to apply for Council Tax Support.
A Welsh family will see their benefits rise to £2,770 a month after the Chancellor scrapped the two-child benefit cap. Discover how this change impacts millions.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has reformed Cash ISAs, designating £8,000 of the £20,000 allowance for investments. Over-65s are unaffected. Read the full Budget details.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars funds new speed monitoring devices in Westhampnett. Data collected will be shared with police for enforcement. Learn how this initiative improves road safety.
Road safety experts demand UK drink-drive limit be slashed from 80mg to 50mg. Could your pint put you over the legal limit? Discover the potential impact.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves to announce £1.2bn savings from benefit fraud crackdown and scrap two-child limit in Autumn Budget. Read the full details.
The DWP is launching a major new 'zero tolerance' crackdown on benefit fraud, starting in 48 hours. This coincides with the controversial £3bn lifting of the two-child benefit cap. Discover the full story.
Claimants of five key DWP benefits may be eligible for a council tax reduction. Check with your local council now to see if you can lower your payments.
Birmingham City Council slashes speed limits on 27 major roads from 40mph to 30mph in a major road safety initiative. Find out which roads are affected and how to avoid fines.
Islington Council's new 10mph limit on a key road between Angel Station and Smithfield Market is branded 'ridiculous' by motorists and blamed for a 25% drop in trade. Discover the full story.
New figures reveal 3.7 million people receive Council Tax Reduction, but many more eligible households are missing out on vital savings. Age UK explains eligibility and how to claim.
UK bank deposit protection soars to £120,000 from December 1st. Discover how this 41% increase safeguards your savings and boosts financial confidence.
Millions in England receive Council Tax Reduction, but many eligible households are missing out. Discover if you qualify and how to claim support worth hundreds of pounds.
Thousands of UK households to receive free £120 payments via the Household Support Fund. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim your vouchers for essential costs.
A new 60mph limit is now in force on the A38 Plymouth Parkway to improve road safety. The change aims to reduce collisions and is part of wider safety improvements.
UK tourists driving in Spain face new £875 fines and criminal charges under proposed 0.2g/l alcohol limits. Experts warn even one drink could put you over. Learn the risks.
Motorists are warned as the drink-drive limit in England and Wales is set to be lowered, mirroring Scotland's stricter rules. Experts urge zero alcohol if driving.
Co-op Members can now get 50% off loose bakery items after 6pm daily with the new 'Too Good To Waste' scheme. Save money and help reduce food waste.
New Universal Credit claimants with health conditions will receive nearly 50% less support from April 2026. Discover how these controversial changes affect disability benefits.