2 d. ago HSBC customers told to 'review' bank accounts ahead of huge change next month

The Bank of England's base rate influences what banks and lenders charge you to borrow money, but it also dictates how much banks will pay you in interest on your savings

Economics

3 d. ago Barclays, Halifax, Lloyds, NatWest, RBS customers to get 'super ATMs' in major change

The new super ATMs will allow customers to deposit cash and cheques, as well as check their balance and change their PIN, regardless of which bank they are with

Economics

3 d. ago DWP confirms Universal Credit payment date change due to bank holiday weekend

Some people could be paid early this month

Economics

3 d. ago Natwest customers urged to act ahead of huge change to bank accounts this month

The cut to interest rates comes as the Bank of England slashed its base rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4.25% earlier this month. On the day, savers were immediately warned about the impact the move would have on them

Economics

4 d. ago Met Office says bank holiday 'won't be a complete washout' after 'notable shift' in weather

The weather agency warns that a 'change is on the way' ahead of the bank holiday weekend

Society

4 d. ago Gardeners urged to plant 3 flowers with huge blooms in King Charles's grounds

The King is famously hands-on when it comes to his own gardens, but even if you don't have the budget to recreate his stunning green spaces, then you can still take a leaf out of his book with these plant recommendations

Politics

5 d. ago DWP, HMRC and Social Security Scotland payment date changes due to bank holiday next week

Full list of benefits including State Pension, PIP, Child Benefit and more, affected by bank holiday on May 26.

Economics

6 d. ago Lloyds and Barclays ISA savers warned over rates after Bank of England change

Many high street banks have been dropping their interest rates lately

Events

9 d. ago Payroll manager pretended to pay staff but sent the money to himself instead

Connor Hickman, 24, carried out the fraud by changing bank account details and creating bogus payslips and invoices to the tune of thousands of pounds

Economics

1 week ago Gardeners urged to plant four fruits in May for huge harvest ahead of summer

With the temperatures rising in the month of May, it's time to complete some gardening tasks - starting by planting some fruit trees to create your own produce.

Politics

1 week ago DWP benefits and State Pension payments may be affected by bank holiday next week

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is yet to confirm changes to payment dates due on the Spring bank holiday which will be observed on Monday, May 26 but they are anticipated

Economics

1 week ago Households urged to stop making huge mistake with peonies in summer

You might be looking forward to seeing your pretty pink peonies bloom in time for summer, but experts caution gardeners to avoid making this mistake when growing these flowers

Politics

1 week ago People on State Pension or benefits due early payments next week due to bank holiday

Full list of DWP, HMRC and Social Security Scotland payments changes due to the upcoming Spring bank holiday.

Economics

1 week ago Helicopter brought in to help tackle huge wildfire as locals urged to stay indoors

South Wales Police warned there was a 'large amount of smoke and ash falling in the area'

Events

2 w. ago Major change for all Santander UK customers coming into force from next week

The change comes after the bank announced it will be closing 95 of its branches across the country from June

Economics

2 w. ago NatWest, Santander and Barclays customers issued alert over upcoming changes

A social media finance expert has warned customers of NatWest, Santander and Barclays about upcoming changes to their accounts - and advised on how to best prepare

Economics

2 w. ago People who bank with Santander, Barclays or Sainsbury's issued alert over changes coming in days

The three high street banks have issued a number of changes

Events

2 w. ago State pensioners told of three changes hitting bank accounts in May 2025

Changes to the Basic State Pension, New State Pension and Pension Credits will come into force from May for many pensioners across the country

Economics

2 w. ago Huge fire erupts in forest as roads taped off and people urged to 'avoid the area'

The major blaze broke out at Delamere Forest

Events

2 w. ago Bank of England confirms change to interest rates announcement this week

The rare divergence from the Bank's traditional announcement was last seen in 2022 when the Queen died

Economics