HMRC to Pay 'Thousands' for Tax Fraud Tips
UK households could receive huge payouts for reporting high-value tax fraud to HMRC. Learn how the Strengthened Reward Scheme works and if you qualify.
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Nationwide warns customers over fake savings letters
Nationwide Building Society has issued an urgent scam alert after customers received fraudulent letters promoting fake fixed-rate savings deals. Learn how to spot the warning signs.
Home Office and Evri Issue 'Crucial' Scam Warning
UK households warned as delivery fraud hits record high. Learn how to spot fake texts and emails from scammers impersonating Evri and other couriers. #StopThinkFraud
Lloyds Bank Warns of £1,700 Social Media Ticket Scams
Lloyds Bank reveals 90% of Oasis ticket fraud starts on social media, with average losses of £436. Learn how to protect yourself from scams in 2026.
HMRC's 0% tax band on £5,000 savings income explained
HMRC has clarified the 'starting rate for savings', a 0% tax band on up to £5,000 of savings income for eligible UK households. Find out if you qualify and how it works.
NatWest's Three Savings Challenges Can Net You £1,378
NatWest reveals three simple savings challenges, including a 52-week plan, that could help UK customers build a pot of up to £1,378. Start your savings habit today.
Warning over 'spray and pay' parcel scam in UK
UK households warned of a 'spray and pay' parcel delivery scam sweeping England. Criminals send fake texts to steal data and bank details. Learn how to protect yourself.
ISA rule change hits 2 million with higher tax
A new ISA limit of £12,000 from April 2027 means millions could pay tax on savings interest. See how basic and higher-rate taxpayers are affected.
ISA rule change to cost UK households over £1,200 in tax
Millions face a tax bill after the cash ISA allowance was cut from £20,000 to £12,000. Analysis reveals higher-rate taxpayers could lose £1,216. Explore tax-free alternatives now.
Three moves for UK savers to outwit Labour's ISA changes
Following the Autumn Budget, experts advise UK households on three key strategies using ISAs, pensions, and SIPPs to protect savings from new tax rules. Act now to optimise your finances.
UK Savings Tax Rates to Increase from April 2027
UK households face higher tax on savings interest from 2027. Learn how the personal savings allowance and new ISA caps will affect your money. Act now to protect your savings.
Handyman jailed for stealing £100k from elderly woman
Simon Appleby, 40, stole over £100,000 from a vulnerable Shropshire woman, making the final payment as she lay dying. Read the shocking details of this 'shameful' breach of trust.
Monzo cuts savings rates as Bank of England lowers base rate
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.
Lloyds customers lose £436 each to fraudsters
Lloyds Bank warns of a surge in social media scams, with customers losing an average of £436. Ticket and driving test frauds are on the rise. Learn how to protect yourself.
Monzo cuts interest rates on savings pots
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.
Lloyds warns of £436 loss in top purchase scams
Lloyds Bank reveals the top five purchase scams of the year, with victims losing £436 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from ticket, vehicle, and social media fraud.
Nationwide's 'Golden Rule' Warning to UK Savers
Nationwide Building Society urges customers to follow its 'golden rule' for savings, warning against leaving money in current accounts. Discover their top tips for 2025.
Nationwide warns savers missing £386 in interest
Nationwide reveals a major gap in savings interest, with some customers earning under £50 last year. Discover how to maximise your returns and avoid missing out.
Nationwide: Savers See £436 Interest, Young Aim for £15k
Nationwide research reveals UK savers earned £436 interest on average in 2025. Ambitious 25-34 year olds plan to save nearly £15,000 next year. Discover how to maximise your savings returns.
Fraud Alert as UK Scraps £100 Contactless Limit
A major UK rule change in March 2026 will remove the £100 contactless cap. Experts warn of a potential £31.3m fraud surge and urge banks to act. Learn how to protect yourself.
How a Doncaster woman helps families save for Christmas
Kerry Blackett, dubbed the 'Christmas angel', has spent 14 years helping her community save for the festive season. Discover how her planning brings peace of mind to 100 households facing soaring costs.
DWP worker jailed for £50k Universal Credit fraud
A DWP executive officer exploited Covid rules to approve £50,000 in fake Universal Credit claims. Rafiq Master has been sentenced to 32 months in prison. Read the full story.
Santander's £2,325 Warning Over Christmas Shopping Scams
Santander UK warns of a sharp rise in sophisticated online purchase scams ahead of Christmas, with average losses per case reaching £2,325. Experts reveal how AI is fuelling the fraud wave.
Barclays: Investment Scams Soar, Targeting Gen Z
Barclays reveals a surge in sophisticated scams, with investment fraud now claiming 47p of every £1 lost. Learn the new tactics and how to protect your money.
Bank of England cuts interest rates to 3.75%
The Bank of England has cut the base rate to 3.75%, signalling a shift for savers and borrowers. Experts urge immediate action to secure top savings deals before banks follow suit.
Romance fraudster jailed for 17 years as scams surge
A con artist who stole £900k from women via dating apps is jailed for 17 years. Experts warn romance scams targeting over-55s rose by 52% last year. Learn how to protect yourself.
Nationwide's £7,500 savings warning for UK households
Nationwide reveals UK households aim to save £7,535 on average in 2026, but one in ten won't save a penny. Get expert tips to grow your savings.
Mum faces jail over £4k Oasis ticket fraud
Rosie Slater, 32, admitted conning fans with fake Oasis concert tickets. She will be sentenced in April 2026. Police urge the public to buy only from reputable sellers.
Woman fined £365 for DWP Universal Credit fraud
A 64-year-old woman admitted dishonestly claiming benefits. Her case emerges as the government unveils new powers to disqualify serious fraudsters from driving.
Carer hit with £6k bill for fraudulent sick pay claims
A Telford carer who fraudulently claimed sick pay while working and running a business has been ordered to repay over £6,000. Read the full story of the deception.
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