5 h. ago Bank Holiday changes in 2026 and 2027 with three 'substitute' days

There are another eight bank holidays in the UK in 2025 - but not all of them will fall on the same dates for the next two years. Here's what to expect in 2026 and 2027

Politics

6 h. ago UK banks set to reassure households as tariffs ‘watershed’ moment for economy

Some of the country’s biggest high street lenders will publish their latest financial results next week.

Economics

57 h. ago When are VE and VJ Days 2025? What they mean and how they will be officially celebrated

Festivities are set to kick off on Bank Holiday Monday, May 5, with street parties and parades planned across London and beyond

Politics

4 d. ago 'Easter Glumday' warning as massive downpour set to soak Britain on Bank Holiday

Brits planning to have BBQs on the last day of the four-day bank holiday are set to have their hopes dashed as it's expected to rain heavily throughout Monday (April 21)

Events

5 d. ago Heavy rain threatens Easter bank holiday washout as parts of UK set to be hit by downpours

Forecasts show a rainy Easter bank holiday will continue for many parts of the UK, though some spells of sunshine are expected and a number of areas could stay mostly dry

Events

6 d. ago Foxes will run away from your garden instantly with 14p item they 'strongly dislike'

Gardeners can now easily outfox pesky foxes intent on destroying their carefully planted flowerbeds this bank holiday weekend, and it will only set them back a pleasingly pocket-friendly 14p

Politics

7 d. ago LEGO fans race to buy £40 Harry Potter set for £24 in Easter bank holiday weekend deal

The set replicates the Owlery tower where Harry asks Cho if she'll go to the Yule Ball with him in the Goblet of Fire

Economics

9 d. ago Will it rain this weekend? Easter weather forecast revealed by Met Office

The Met Office has warned that the Bank Holiday weekend is set to be “changeable”

Society

9 d. ago UK inflation surprise: May 8 interest rate cut ‘sure bet’ but will mortgage costs now fall?

“This is an uncertain moment - both for the UK economy and for household finances” – Kevin Brown, Scottish Friendly

Economics

9 d. ago Bank Holiday storms to drench Brits so they're fleeing to book islands hitting 22C

Heavy rain, hail and thunder are set to sweep across the UK this bank holiday prompting a surge in desperate folk ditching the umbrellas and confirming last minute jollies

Events

1 week ago DWP names the amount in savings that will set off bank account checks

The Department of Work and Pensions will start withdrawing benefits above a certain amount in savings

Economics

1 week ago Snap up Amazon's rattan garden furniture set for £25 less than Aldi's ready for bank holiday weekend

Aldi's rattan corner sofa isn't due to launch until the end of April, but we found a fantastic alternative on Amazon that's £25 cheaper and will arrive ready for the bank holiday weekend

Economics

1 week ago Amazon’s rattan garden furniture set is £25 cheaper than Aldi and arrives by Easter weekend

Aldi’s anticipated rattan corner sofa doesn’t launch until the end of April, but this 3 piece garden furniture set will arrive in time for the bank holiday weekend and is £25 cheaper

Economics

1 week ago DWP to 'spy' on pensioners' bank accounts as it cracks down on benefit fraud

The DWP is set to roll out a new policy that will see the bank accounts of thousands of low-income pensioners scrutinised in a bid to crack down on benefit overpayments

Economics

1 week ago Lidl suddenly updates Easter Deluxe range with shoppers poised for exact release date

Just in time for the upcoming Easter Bank Holiday, Lidl is set to release its new range of delicious Easter desserts - and products don't cost more than a fiver

Economics

1 week ago Reality TV star OLIVIA ATTWOOD reveals exactly how much work she's had done, how much she spends each month on her looks, and her biggest cosmetic surgery regret

OLIVIA ATTWOOD, 33, is a prime-time TV star and podcaster with millions in the bank. Is she really set to be the new Cilla Black, asks Julia Llewellyn Smith

Economics

2 w. ago Scottish food makers give £5 billion boost to economy but sector at ‘pivotal moment’

“With food and drink businesses under increasing pressure, we’ve reached a pivotal moment for the Scottish Government to collaborate with other nations” – David Thomson, FDF Scotland

Economics

2 w. ago Universal Credit and other DWP benefits payment dates set to change due to Easter bank holidays

The upcoming Easter bank holidays in April could result in changes to some benefits payment dates for people who are expecting money from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

Economics

2 w. ago Hollyoaks spring trailer spoilers: Fire horror, DI Banks exposed and Lucas death fears

Lucas Hay is rushed to hospital and left needing surgery in upcoming Hollyoaks scenes and DI Banks' looks set to be rumbled as the Channel 4 soap drop its explosive spring trailer

Events

2 w. ago Andrew Bailey given top financial stability role as tariffs create turmoil

Bank of England governor set to serve three-year term at Financial Stability Board from July

Economics