Mortgage shock for 4.5 million UK households
Nearly half of UK mortgage holders will see bills rise by £768 a year as fixed deals expire. The Bank of England warns of payment shocks despite recent rate cuts.
Nearly half of UK mortgage holders will see bills rise by £768 a year as fixed deals expire. The Bank of England warns of payment shocks despite recent rate cuts.
Millions on Universal Credit will see a 6.2% payment increase from April, while disability top-ups face cuts. Get the full details on the welfare shake-up.
The UK Government has confirmed a £150 cost-of-living payment on energy bills from April. Major suppliers like British Gas and Octopus will apply it to all tariffs. Find out how you will benefit.
Skipton Building Society issues urgent guidance following the government's cash ISA limit cut. Expert Alex Sitaras shares vital tips to protect your savings from tax. Discover your options now.
Monzo reduces interest on its popular savings pots, including the viral 1p Challenge, following the Bank of England's rate cut. Savers face lower returns from January 6.
HMRC is reducing interest on late tax payments from 8% to 7.75% from January 9, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Learn the new rates and key self-assessment deadlines.
UK mortgage brokers forecast a major rate war in 2026, with deals potentially falling below 3%. Experts predict a 'mortgage comeback' driven by falling inflation and lender competition. Discover what this means for borrowers.
A savvy homeowner reveals how they slashed annual bills by £1,200 using Martin Lewis's strategies, including switching energy and installing a water meter. Discover how to cut your living costs.
The Google Pixel Watch 3 is now £199 on Amazon, a 43% saving. Buyers praise its features, prompting a switch from Fitbit. Discover the smartwatch's fitness tracking and AI coaching.
Swayne Johnson's St Asaph office has donated a substantial haul of food and Christmas treats to Rhyl Food Bank, one of Wales's busiest, through a unique reverse advent calendar initiative. Discover how this support helps the most deprived community.
The UK economy slowed sharply between July and September, with GDP growth of just 0.1%. A slump in car manufacturing and falling household savings highlight the pressures. Read the full analysis.
Residents in Solihull are outraged after Transport for West Midlands cut the direct 73 bus to Heartlands Hospital. A petition demands a U-turn to restore the vital link for patients, staff, and visitors.
Monzo is reducing the interest rate on its 1p Savings Challenge and Instant Access Pots from January 6, impacting customer returns. Find out how this change affects your savings.
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding, risking further cuts to officers. Crime Commissioner Simon Foster warns of a 'postcode lottery' and fewer police on streets.
British Gas, Octopus and Eon are cutting energy bills by £150 from April. Find out how this major cost-of-living boost will affect your household budget.
UK homeowners and first-time buyers set for lower monthly costs after the Bank of England's base rate cut this week, unlocking pent-up housing demand. Read expert analysis.
Allica Bank's Business Rewards Account offers UK companies high interest on idle cash and cashback on spending, potentially earning up to £10,000 annually. Discover how to make your business money work harder.
Plan your time off: UK bank holidays are moving in 2026 and 2027 as Christmas and Boxing Day fall on weekends. Discover the new substitute dates and how to maximise your annual leave.
The UK's bank holiday calendar is set for adjustments in 2026 and 2027, with Boxing Day moved and substitute days created. Plan your long weekends now.
UK mortgage rates are poised to fall below 3% by spring after a Bank of England rate cut, with lenders expected to launch a competitive price war in January. Discover what this means for homebuyers.
HMRC announces lower interest rates for late tax payments and repayments following the Bank of England base rate cut. New rates take effect from 29 December 2025. Find out how this affects you.
Trading 212 cuts interest rates on its Cash ISA and other products following the Bank of England's decision to lower the base rate to 3.75%. Find out what it means for savers.
Lidl slashes turkey prices, offering a full festive meal for eight people for just £10.30. See the full list of deals as supermarkets battle for the cheapest Christmas.
Moneyfactscompare experts urge savers with major banks to act after crucial warning. Top rates slashed post-BoE cut. See the best accounts for your cash now.
Tesco has imposed a three-bottle limit on Baileys Irish Cream after slashing £8.50 off the price ahead of Christmas. Find out why the popular festive staple is being rationed.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomes the Bank of England's latest interest rate cut, highlighting government action on the cost of living. Read the full story.
Over 500,000 UK homeowners on tracker mortgages will see monthly payments fall by nearly £29 after the Bank of England's decision. Find out what it means for you.
Nationwide Building Society will reduce its Standard Mortgage Rate by 0.25% to 6.49% from 1 January 2026, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Find out what this means for your repayments.
The Bank of England has cut interest rates for the first time since August, reducing Bank Rate to 3.75% in a tight 5-4 vote. Governor Andrew Bailey cited rising unemployment and moderating inflation. Read the full analysis.
The Bank of England has cut the base interest rate to 3.75%. Martin Lewis explains what this means for your mortgage, savings, and loans. Read his full analysis.