13 Dates That Will Affect UK Household Finances in 2026
From energy bills to tax deadlines, here are the 13 crucial dates in 2026 that will shape the finances of every UK household. Plan ahead for changes to benefits, bills, and more.
From energy bills to tax deadlines, here are the 13 crucial dates in 2026 that will shape the finances of every UK household. Plan ahead for changes to benefits, bills, and more.
The BBC's sports portfolio suffers a major blow as TNT Sports and Channel 4 secure rights to the Commonwealth Games and the historic Boat Race for 2026. Discover the details and what it means for viewers.
Your complete 2026 horoscope guide. Discover key dates, planetary influences, and opportunities for love, career, and personal growth across all twelve zodiac signs.
Amazon cuts The Traitors board game price to £18.98, a 35% saving, as the hit BBC show returns. Fans call it 'very entertaining'. Grab the deal now!
Discover 10 unique New Year's Eve superstitions and traditions from around the world to try at midnight for good luck and prosperity in 2026. From polka dots to pomegranates.
Shoppers hail a bestselling guided journal on Amazon as a 'powerful tool' to reflect on 2025 and achieve 2026 goals. The £16.95 planner is endorsed by major UK publications.
The official start date for Married at First Sight Australia 2026 has been announced. Find out when the new season airs in the UK and Australia, and get all the latest details.
Get a free 24-page Brain Games for Adults magazine inside the Sunday Mercury. Packed with puzzles to boost memory and sharpen thinking, it's the perfect New Year brain workout. Pick up your copy!
Disney+ plans a major 2026 slate for UK viewers with Andor Season 2, Daredevil: Born Again, Ironheart, and new dramas. Discover all the key release details.
Your essential guide to the 2026 TV Choice Awards, featuring The Night Manager's return, Bridgerton S4, and how to vote for your favourites. Discover the must-watch TV for the new year.
Explore the 2026 predictions of blind mystic Baba Vanga, including a devastating global war and a shift in Earth's orbit. Are these prophecies accurate? Read the full analysis.
Plan your 2026 holidays now. Christmas Day on a Friday creates a long weekend, with Boxing Day moving to Monday. See all the key dates for England and Wales.
The app-connected TV quiz board game Outsmarted is a festive hit, with over 40,000 sales last month. Now £24.99 on Amazon, fans praise its family-friendly fun. Grab the deal now!
Rediscover screen-free fun this festive season. Playing classic card games like Uno and Bridge provides a powerful cognitive workout, improving problem-solving, memory, and lowering dementia risk.
UK small business owners express cautious optimism for 2026 but warn of a 'serious reality check' for the wider economy. Experts cite inflation, rates, and AI risks.
A Midlands secondary school has been ranked among the nation's elite in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list and why.
Four West Midlands state primary schools have been ranked among the nation's top 100 in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list.
Millions of UK pensioners will see payments rise by hundreds of pounds from April 2026, with the full new state pension reaching £12,547. Find out how the triple lock affects you.
Discover four underrated West Midlands market towns and villages, rich in history and charm, that are perfect for a rewarding visit in 2026. Plan your trip now.
Birmingham Airport announces a dozen new direct routes for 2026, including Tirana, Rome, and Lapland. Discover the full list of destinations and airlines.
The complete celebrity and professional dancer cast for the Strictly Come Dancing Live UK Tour 2026 has been unveiled, with shows starting in Birmingham this January. Get your tickets now!
Ryanair bases a sixth aircraft at Liverpool John Lennon Airport for Summer 2026, adding three new routes and 250,000 seats as part of a major $600m investment in the North West.
The EU's new Entry/Exit System for UK drivers is postponed to 2026. Get the latest on the delay, potential Dover gridlock fears, and official plans to minimise disruption.
Discover the specific circumstances where UK motorists can legally avoid paying Vehicle Excise Duty from 2026, including classic cars and disability vehicles. Learn the new rules.
Major new bin collection rules are set for 2026, requiring households to separate waste into four containers. Learn how the changes will affect you and boost recycling.
Millions of UK households face a new TV Licence hike in 2026, pushing the annual cost above £180. The rise, linked to inflation, could see more people cancelling. Read the full details.
Pensioners born before 1951 will see a £440 annual increase from April 2026 under the triple lock. Discover how the two-tier system affects payments and the future of the policy.
Major changes to the UK state pension age will start in 2026, affecting millions. Find out if you'll have to work longer and how to plan your finances.
Discover five brilliant family party games perfect for Christmas gatherings. From Articulate to Exploding Kittens, find fast-paced fun with huge discounts on Amazon and eBay.
Millions of UK pensioners will see their state pension rise by £575 next year due to the triple lock. Find out how this above-inflation increase affects you and the debate it sparks.