Nationwide app outage leaves customers without payments
Nationwide Building Society customers were left without expected payments after a major app and online banking failure. Read the latest on the outage and what to do if affected.
Nationwide Building Society customers were left without expected payments after a major app and online banking failure. Read the latest on the outage and what to do if affected.
Severe delays on M5 northbound after HGV and car collision near West Bromwich. Lanes closed, recovery ongoing. Get live traffic updates.
UK households face fines of up to £900 for missing the 31 January self-assessment deadline. HMRC also warns of a rise in tax scams targeting filers.
Eurostar passengers face major disruption after a power supply incident in the Channel Tunnel forced all services to be cancelled. See the latest updates and travel advice.
Furious shoppers were trapped in gridlocked car parks at the Trafford Centre for over two hours. Read about the traffic hell that caused major delays and a public safety outcry.
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority is under fire for long delays and a complex process, with victims waiting years for decisions. MPs and advocates demand a fundamental review.
HMRC urges self-assessment taxpayers to file by Jan 31 2026 or face initial £100 fines and escalating penalties. Learn the deadlines and how to avoid scams.
UK households could receive huge payouts for reporting high-value tax fraud to HMRC. Learn how the Strengthened Reward Scheme works and if you qualify.
A West Midlands man alleges historical sexual abuse from the 1980s. His trial, delayed until July 2027, highlights a crown court backlog now nearing 80,000 cases. Read how delays are impacting justice.
Severe winter storms across the US north-east have caused massive flight cancellations and delays, disrupting millions of travellers during the busy festive period. Stay informed on the latest travel updates.
A two-car collision on the M6 northbound between J15 and J16 has closed two lanes, causing severe delays of up to an hour and six miles of tailbacks for post-Christmas travellers.
Drivers across the UK are urged to avoid the roads until 7pm on Boxing Day as the AA forecasts 19.7 million car journeys. Discover the worst congestion hotspots and travel times.
HMRC is turning to artificial intelligence to tackle a £700m tax gap and improve compliance. The technology will identify risks faster but human caseworkers will make final decisions. Read the latest.
HMRC has issued clear guidance on tax refunds after a cheque was sent to an old address. Learn the steps to correct the error and the helpline number to call.
Royal Mail warns of potential Christmas delivery delays across 92 UK postcodes, sparking customer frustration. See the full list of affected areas and the company's response.
Staff shortages cause major CrossCountry train cancellations and delays through Birmingham New Street on Dec 22, disrupting travel from Nottingham to Cardiff. Check your journey.
Shocking figures reveal HMRC's anti-fraud pilot wrongly stopped child benefit for 60% of targeted families. Discover the full scale of the government's admission.
Royal Mail issues a festive delivery delay warning for 47 UK postcodes. Last posting date for first class signed items is December 20. Check the full list now.
HMRC announces lower interest rates for late tax payments and repayments following the Bank of England base rate cut. New rates take effect from 29 December 2025. Find out how this affects you.
Royal Mail warns of significant delivery delays in 60 UK postcodes due to staff sickness and festive mail volumes. Check if your area is affected and see advice for last-minute parcels.
New CAA data reveals TUI as the worst major airline for punctuality in 2025, with only 57.5% of flights on time. Discover the full rankings and your passenger rights.
Major disruption on Birmingham rail lines after a train struck an obstruction between New Street and International stations. Delays and alterations expected. Get the latest travel updates here.
Royal Mail has issued a service update warning of significant parcel and letter delays in 117 UK postcodes this Christmas. Find out if your area is affected and what the company is doing to fix it.
Drivers on the M5, M6, M25, M4 and M60 face severe delays as the festive getaway begins. The AA warns of 24 million cars on roads this Friday. Plan ahead now.
Royal Mail issues apology as staffing issues threaten festive deliveries in 119 areas. See the full list of affected postcodes and what the postal service says.
Royal Mail warns of severe pre-Christmas delivery delays affecting 151 postcodes across the UK. Check the full list to see if your area is impacted.
Severe 40-minute delays on M6 southbound near Birmingham after police-led incident. Six-mile queues and lane closure cause major disruption. Latest traffic updates.
Drivers in Birmingham face five National Highways road closures over the festive fortnight, with moderate delays expected on a major route. Plan your journeys.
HMRC will stop sending standard letters from April 2026, switching to digital communications. Millions must ensure contact details are correct to avoid missing vital updates.
New data reveals Birmingham drivers wasted 57 hours in traffic this year, a 6% rise. The city ranks in the UK's top five for congestion. Discover the worst routes and the national cost.