Barclays Partners with FactSet for Enhanced Financial Data Solutions
Barclays announces a multi-year strategic partnership with global financial platform FactSet, aiming to deliver advanced data-driven solutions for millions of customers worldwide.
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Nationwide Cuts Rates on 37 Savings Accounts
Nationwide Building Society confirms major interest rate reductions across 37 savings products from 10 February 2026, following Bank of England base rate cuts, urging savers to compare alternatives.
Tax Deadline: Millions Face 7.75% Interest & Fines
Martin Lewis warns over five million risk immediate £100 fines and 7.75% interest on unpaid tax as the January 31 Self Assessment deadline approaches.
Six-Figure 'Hyper Plates' Market Booms in UK
Plates4Less reveals record-breaking sales of ultra-rare private number plates, including '15 LAM' at £156k, defining the new 'Hyper Plate' category in the UK market.
Funeral Firm Collapse Leads to Fraud Charges
The Serious Fraud Office has charged two former executives with conspiracy to defraud after the collapse of Safe Hands funeral plans, affecting 46,000 customers.
1% Pension Boost Could Add £23,000 to Retirement Pot
Experts reveal that increasing pension contributions by just 1% could boost retirement savings by up to £23,000, helping millions of UK workers avoid a basic retirement shortfall.
Inheritance Tax Up 4% as Capital Gains Tax Falls 8.4%
New HMRC figures show inheritance tax receipts have risen to £6.6 billion while capital gains tax has fallen to £13.6 billion, with experts warning of further IHT increases ahead.
HSBC Alert: Ticket Scam Warning for Customers
HSBC warns customers about rising ticket fraud as scammers target festival, concert and sports fans with too-good-to-be-true deals on social media.
Plymouth Probate Notice for Adrian Gerald Stone Estate
A probate notice for Adrian Gerald Stone of Plymouth invites creditors and interested parties to submit claims by March 17, 2026, as published in The Herald and Public Notice Portal.
Nationwide Cuts Savings Rates, Customers Advised to Switch
Nationwide Building Society is reducing interest rates on multiple savings accounts from February 10, prompting financial experts to recommend customers compare alternatives to maximise returns.
Cash ISA Tax-Free Limit Cut: Savers Urged to Review
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Cash ISA tax-free limit will drop from £20,000 to £12,000 in 2027, prompting financial experts to urge immediate account reviews.
Watchdog Exposes Misleading 'Fat Jab' Supplement Claims
Which? investigation reveals major online retailers making unsubstantiated weight-loss claims about supplements, with over 50 listings removed following intervention.
UK Homeowners Urged to Review Insurance Cover
New data reveals millions of UK households may be significantly underinsured on home contents, leaving them vulnerable to substantial financial losses after incidents like fire or burglary.
DWP Speaks Out on Electronic Pension Transfer Mandate
The Department for Work and Pensions addresses a petition demanding faster, electronic pension transfers, citing the need to balance efficiency with robust fraud protections.
Drivers Warned of Social Media Insurance Scams
Motorists across Britain are being targeted by fraudulent 'ghost brokers' on platforms like Instagram and Facebook, selling fake car insurance that leaves drivers unprotected and facing severe penalties.
Markets Rise After Trump Drops Tariff Threat to UK and Europe
Global stock markets surged after former US President Donald Trump announced he would not impose planned tariffs on eight European nations including the UK, following NATO talks about Greenland.
TSB Offers £230 Bonus for Account Switching
TSB is offering customers up to £230 in rewards for switching to its Spend and Save current account, with bonuses available through March 2026.
Santander Encourages £20 Monthly Investment from Customers
Santander is contacting customers to promote investment education, highlighting accessible options starting from £20 per month through ready-made funds and Stocks and Shares ISAs.
HMRC Introduces Points System for Late Tax Returns
HMRC is replacing automatic fines for late self-assessment tax returns with a points-based penalty system, increasing fines to £200 for persistent offenders under new rules.
UK Government Borrowing Drops to £11.6bn
Public sector borrowing decreased by £7.1bn compared to December 2024, but remains historically high, with experts warning about long-term economic risks.
Brits Losing £623 by Not Switching Savings Accounts
New research reveals 43% of British savers fail to switch accounts for better rates, costing them hundreds in lost interest annually.
Nationwide Cuts Rates on 37 Savings Accounts
Nationwide Building Society is reducing interest rates on 37 savings products, with cuts from 0.15% to 0.25%, effective from February 10, 2026.
Barclays Moves European HQ from Dublin to Paris
Barclays Europe has initiated formal legal processes to relocate its headquarters from Dublin to Paris following a strategic review, affecting over 20 million customers across the continent.
UK Borrowing Hits £140.4bn, Exceeding OBR Forecast
Official figures reveal UK public sector borrowing reached £140.4bn this financial year, exceeding OBR forecasts amid ongoing fiscal challenges for Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Millions Overpaying Tax on Pensions, Experts Warn
Millions of UK households are paying excessive tax to HMRC by failing to claim pension tax relief, with the self-assessment deadline approaching on January 31.
Nationwide's 30-Month 0% Balance Transfer Card Launch
Nationwide Building Society introduces its longest-ever 30-month interest-free balance transfer credit card offer, extending flexibility for customers managing finances amid cost-of-living pressures.
Ovo Energy to Pay £2.7m Over Discount Delays
Energy firm Ovo will compensate thousands of customers after delays to government-backed warm home discount payments left vulnerable households without support during winter months.
OVO to Pay £400 After Missing Discount Deadline
Energy supplier OVO will compensate thousands of customers with £400 payments after failing to deliver Warm Home Discount rebates on time, with regulator Ofgem calling the delays unacceptable.
HMRC Swaps Fines for Points System in Tax Trial
HMRC introduces a penalty points system replacing fines for late tax returns, starting with 100 taxpayers in the Making Tax Digital trial this month.
Amazon's £25 Dehumidifier Fights Winter Damp
Shoppers praise the compact Aroeve Dehumidifier, now under £25 on Amazon, for effectively tackling condensation and mould in wardrobes, cupboards, and small rooms.
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