Lloyds Bank £200 Switch Deadline is December 17
Time is running out to claim a free £200 from Lloyds Bank by switching your account. The offer ends on December 17. Find out how to secure the cash.
Time is running out to claim a free £200 from Lloyds Bank by switching your account. The offer ends on December 17. Find out how to secure the cash.
West Midlands Police appeal for witnesses after an 80-year-old man was targeted in a distraction theft on West Bromwich High Street. The suspect sprayed food on the victim's jacket before stealing an envelope containing cash.
UK households can secure £275 in free payments by switching to or banking with Nationwide. Experts reveal it's one of the easiest ways to make extra cash legally before Christmas.
A reformed car thief reveals the most targeted models, including Ford Fiesta and VW Golf. Learn why family cars are at risk and how to protect your vehicle.
Former Strictly Come Dancing star Layton Williams shares a frightening warning after two men tried to rob him in central London. Read his full story and safety advice.
Three men from the West Midlands have been charged with burglary after money was stolen from a cash machine in Llangollen. They appeared at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court.
A Warwickshire Police officer faces three theft charges, accused of stealing cash and jewellery during a drugs operation. Read the full court details.
Sainsbury's Bank is closing all accounts by December's end, moving 1.8 million customers to NatWest. Find out what this means for your savings, loans, and digital banking access.
Aldi urges UK shoppers to donate key items like tinned food and toiletries at in-store collection points this winter, as food bank demand is set to surge by 30%.
NatWest is finalising its acquisition of Sainsbury's Bank, moving 1.8 million customers by December. Find out what account holders need to do next.
More than 500 bank branches have disappeared from British high streets in 2025. See the full list of closures and check your area with our interactive map.
A pocket-sized 40,000mAh power bank, too powerful for airline carry-on, is now 83% off on Amazon at just £34.99. Features triple charging and an LCD display. Grab this deal before stock runs out.
Motorists are warned not to leave presents in vehicles this December as thieves target cars. Experts reveal insurance may not cover stolen gifts. Read for vital safety tips.
A Warwickshire Police officer faces three theft charges for alleged offences while on duty. Pc Robert Davies will appear in court this week. Read the full details.
Allica Bank's new digital account offers UK businesses high interest on idle cash and cashback, potentially earning firms £10,000. Discover how to boost your bottom line effortlessly.
Sports Direct customers face court threats and demands for thousands after parcels were stolen from doorsteps. The retailer is using a crime agency to pursue refunded shoppers. Read the full investigation.
A former detective who stole cocaine from police stores has been ordered to repay £75,420. Andrew Talbot was jailed for 19 years in 2024. Read the full story of his downfall.
Lloyds Banking Group announces 44 branch closures for 2026 as customers move online. Find the full list and see what support will be available for affected communities.
Lloyds Bank confirms 40 branch closures in 2026, including Birmingham's Harborne, citing a shift to digital banking. See the full list of affected locations.
Halifax announces 14 bank branch closures across the UK in 2026, citing a shift to digital banking. Birmingham's Bearwood branch among those shutting. Full list inside.
The Bank of England plans to ease capital requirements for the UK's seven largest banks, the first such move since 2008, aiming to boost lending and economic growth. Read the full details.
Sainsbury's Bank is closing all remaining customer accounts on Monday, completing its transfer to NatWest. Find out what this means for your banking.
Santander, Lloyds and Halifax customers face branch closures as over a dozen locations shut in November. Discover the impact on local communities and access to cash.
A brazen thief was caught on camera stealing a 6ft Christmas tree from a mum's doorstep in Loughborough. Discover the full story and see how the community helped.
A reformed car thief reveals the surprising signs that make your vehicle a target for crime. Learn his top tips to protect your car from theft today.
A 40-year-old woman was arrested for stealing £1,500 of goods from Selfridges as police step up patrols for one of Birmingham's busiest Christmas shopping weekends. Join our WhatsApp for breaking news.
The DWP warns job seekers to remove three key details from their CVs to prevent identity theft, as fraud cases surge. Protect yourself now.
A criminal gang has been sentenced for stealing over 330,000 rounds of ammunition from a lorry in Sutton Coldfield, an act police described as an 'unimaginable threat to public safety'. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police are seeking a man after an 80-year-old woman had her purse, containing cash and a bank card, stolen on Birmingham New Road. Contact police with information.
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