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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget slashes the Cash ISA limit for under-65s to £12,000 from 2027. Experts warn to plan now as 'workarounds' are blocked. Read the full details.
As drink-drive limits tighten, a personal breathalyser like the AlcoSense Excel removes dangerous guesswork. We review this award-winning device that could be vital for UK motorists this Christmas.
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.
Motoring experts warn drivers about the hidden danger of being over the limit the morning after festive celebrations. Learn the sobering facts and how to stay safe.
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.
Tesco has imposed a three-bottle limit on Baileys Irish Cream after slashing £8.50 off the price ahead of Christmas. Find out why the popular festive staple is being rationed.
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster demands Progressive Driving Licences with night curfews and lower alcohol limits for novices to slash road deaths. Urgent call for government action.
Shocking survey reveals 24% of Brits intend to drive after alcohol this festive season, despite risks. Public backs zero-tolerance law. Plan your safe journey home.
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.
Major ISA changes from April 2027 will cut the cash allowance to £12,000, forcing savers to invest £8,000 in stocks. Experts warn it penalises cautious savers. Learn the impact.
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.
Birmingham City Council launches consultation on 20mph speed limits and safety measures near Chilcote School in Hall Green. Have your say by 9 January.
Aldi has imposed a four-bottle limit on its popular £9.99 champagne due to soaring demand. The supermarket is also slashing wine prices and offering festive veg for just 8p.
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.
Scotland confirms a 10mph rise for lorries on major roads, aiming to improve safety by reducing speed differentials. Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop explains the move.
A new petition calls on the Labour government to allow standard car licence holders to drive motorhomes up to 4250kg, aligning with EU proposals. Over 1,500 have signed.
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.
Over a third of drivers misjudge the alcohol limit. With a potential limit cut looming, experts urge zero alcohol when driving this festive season.
Birmingham City Council confirms 40mph speed limits will be replaced by 30mph on most main routes. New speed cameras also announced as part of major road safety strategy.
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!
Stoke-on-Trent ranks 8th in England for drink-driving penalty points as the government prepares to slash the legal limit next year. Experts warn of serious financial and safety consequences.
UK state pensioners are being alerted that savings over £10,000 can reduce their Pension Credit income. Experts call the unchanged limit 'unfair' as it erodes vital benefits.
Stoke-on-Trent ranks 8th in England for drink-driving penalty points. The news comes as the government confirms plans to slash the legal alcohol limit for drivers next year.
West Mercia Police launch their festive crackdown, warning drivers there's no safe way to calculate alcohol limits. Those caught risk jail, unlimited fines, and a driving ban.
Birmingham installs its first new average speed cameras on the A45 Coventry Road to enforce a 30mph limit, funded by Clean Air Zone surplus. The council's goal is safety, not fines.
Birmingham City Council installs new average speed cameras on Coventry Road, extending enforcement to improve safety. The move follows a speed limit reduction on 27 roads.
The DWP is abolishing the two-child limit for seven benefits, yet one in five affected households will not see full relief due to the persisting benefit cap. Discover the impact.
Major M6 bridge repairs in Cumbria will impose a 30mph speed limit and close Junction 38 at Tebay for three years, sparking local outcry. Learn the details and timeline.