14 h. ago DWP 'proactive data checks' alert as bank account powers come in

Investigators will check the eligibility for people on three benefits

Economics

54 h. ago DWP fraud bank account checks alert for people on three benefits

The DWP could also be able to directly take funds from people's bank accounts

Economics

8 d. ago DWP update over new powers to take money straight from your bank account

The DWP will also be able to view people's bank statements

Economics

2 w. ago Brits issued vital HMRC alert as money could be taken from bank accounts

A HMRC alert has been issued as money could be taken directly from your bank account. A rule change means there are some vital things you need to know

Economics

2 w. ago Halifax, Lloyds Bank and Santander £1,100 alert with millions affected

Many banks are offering bonus payments to customers

Economics

4 w. ago If you’re not using an eSIM when you travel, you’re getting ripped off

Say goodbye to extortionate roaming fees – new companies like Airalo, Holafly and Saily offer cheap, easy coverage for your next international tripOn a week-long trip to Paris last year, I racked up nearly $100 in data charges on my iPhone, with taxes and fees. Ditto for a separate, eight-day trip to Spain, which was even more pricey. And, in what I now jokingly call an act of piracy, my three-week trip to seven countries – including a seven-day cruise – cost me over $300 for data.I (eventually) learned my lesson, and a little research yielded a simple solution that can make life a lot easier: Switching to a local carrier for your travels. This used to entail a visit to an airport kiosk or a mobile store to get a fingernail-sized plastic SIM chip installed in your phone, but a new feature called an eSIM lets you handle it all from your phone before you even leave. My eSim for Paris cost $11 for 5GB of data, plenty for checking emails, using Google Maps, and browsing social media (al...

Politics

4 w. ago HMRC can now take money direct from your bank account as new powers kick in

HM Revenue & Customs will be able to take money from people's accounts in a move called ‘draconian’ by tax experts, with anyone owing over £1,000 at risk of their bank paying the taxman directly

Economics