Barclays: Card spending sees biggest fall since 2021
Barclays reports the steepest drop in debit and credit card spending since 2021. Discover the key trends in non-essential retail, Black Friday, and festive drinking plans.
Barclays reports the steepest drop in debit and credit card spending since 2021. Discover the key trends in non-essential retail, Black Friday, and festive drinking plans.
Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers gives his verdict on Mikel Merino's controversial escape from a red card in Villa's 4-1 defeat at Arsenal. Read his honest assessment here.
West Midlands Police want to identify this man after a stolen bank card was used to make purchases at several Birmingham shops in July. Can you help?
Santander launches a £100 cashback incentive for customers taking out new life insurance in January. Select customers could get £150. Terms apply.
Lewis Collinson, 38, admitted theft after withdrawing £26,700 in cash and selling a company van. He received an 18-month suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
A controversial red card for Birmingham City's Christoph Klarer has been slammed by pundits. Get the full analysis of the feisty Championship draw and the sending-offs that marred the match.
HSBC boosts mortgage cashback to a maximum of £2,000 to help first-time buyers with upfront costs. Experts predict a potential price war in the UK mortgage market. Read the full analysis.
The sister of Anthony Sharma, murdered by Diogo Bettencourt, shares her grief and calls for witnesses. West Midlands Police appeal for information on the brutal attack.
Aston Villa stars Matty Cash and Boubacar Kamara are walking a disciplinary tightrope ahead of tonight's Premier League match against Chelsea. Discover the crucial cut-off dates and potential bans.
Former NHS, care, Armed Forces and emergency service pensioners are urged to check eligibility for a Blue Light Card to combat rising winter costs. New research shows 83% are concerned about expenses.
Birmingham City boss Chris Davies fears a calf injury for Demarai Gray and loses captain Christoph Klarer to suspension after their 1-1 draw with Derby County.
A savvy shopper reveals how the free Airtime Rewards app has slashed her phone bill by over £300 since 2021. Discover how linking your card earns cashback at Boots, Argos, New Look and more.
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.
A savvy mum reveals how she saved £125 in five months using the Boots recycling scheme. Learn how to turn empty baby and beauty products into Advantage Card points.
Allica Bank's Business Rewards Account offers UK companies high interest on idle cash and cashback on spending, potentially earning up to £10,000 annually. Discover how to make your business money work harder.
Personal finance experts warn UK holidaymakers to use credit cards for bookings. Get Section 75 protection and spread costs interest-free. Act now to safeguard your 2026 trip.
Birmingham City manager Chris Davies reacts to Tommy Doyle's first career red card, admitting ill-discipline is a major problem for the Championship side. Read the full story.
Birmingham City's nightmare before Christmas as a Tommy Doyle red card and defensive errors gift Sheffield United a 3-0 win at Bramall Lane. See our full player ratings.
The £100 contactless payment limit ends on 19 March, letting banks set their own rules. Experts warn of a potential 131% fraud surge while businesses welcome the flexibility. Read the full analysis.
The UK's £100 contactless payment limit is being scrapped. From March 19, banks will set their own limits, aiming to boost fraud prevention. Find out what this means for your wallet.
Morrisons warns customers to check for unclaimed 'More Card Fiver' vouchers before points expire, with nearly £30 million worth sitting unused. Act now to save on Christmas shopping.
Shoppers are urged to hurry as Morrisons slashes a popular 6ft Christmas tree from £50 to just £10. The bargain comes alongside More Card offers on festive vegetables.
Tesco Bank confirms closure of Clubcard Pay+ prepaid debit card and savings scheme in April 2026. Learn what it means for your Clubcard points and savings.
Sainsbury's launches a one-week Christmas veg offer for Nectar card customers, with key trimmings like sprouts and carrots for just 15p. Act before Christmas Eve.
Sainsbury's confirms Christmas 2025 opening hours and festive Aldi Price Match deals. Find your local store times and how to feed six for £2.30 per person.
Money expert Martin Lewis urges UK consumers to choose Direct Debits over recurring card payments for stronger legal protection and easier cancellation. Learn the crucial difference.
PayPal launches a free debit card with 1% cashback, challenging rivals like Amex. Nearly 30 million UK customers can join the new PayPal+ loyalty programme. Sign up now!
Santander is offering customers £100 cashback to take out a new life insurance policy. The offer comes as Nationwide announces significant mortgage rate cuts.
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.
Police release image after a 16-year-old girl was harassed and intimidated by a man outside a Card Factory in Kimberley. Officers urge anyone with information to come forward.