£950 Cost of Living Payments from Barclays & Nationwide
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Matalan Ends Online Returns in Major Policy Shift
In a bold retail shake-up, fashion giant Matalan announces it will stop accepting returns for online purchases, joining a growing industry trend to cut costs and reduce environmental impact.
Businesses urge Reeves to force bank rate cuts
UK businesses urge Chancellor Rachel Reeves to intervene as banks fail to pass on Bank of England rate cuts to struggling enterprises across Britain.
Lloyds announces 21 bank branch closures for 2025
Major banking shake-up as Lloyds reveals 21 branches across England and Wales will shut their doors permanently in early 2025, with Halifax and Bank of Scotland locations also affected.
TSB Urgent Scam Alert: Millions Must Act
TSB warns customers about sophisticated new impersonation scams as fraudsters target banking security. Learn how to protect your money from these convincing cons.
Primark scraps traditional tills for mobile checkout system
Primark is revolutionising the shopping experience by replacing traditional tills with mobile checkout points, allowing staff to process payments anywhere in the store.
Lidl confirms Perry Barr store opening date
Discount supermarket giant Lidl has announced the official opening date for its exciting new Birmingham store at Perry Barr Retail Park, bringing fresh groceries and unbeatable prices to the community this spring.
Nationwide: Free cash withdrawals until 2027
Nationwide Building Society announces it will maintain free cash withdrawals at all UK Post Offices until 2027, providing vital support during the cost-of-living crisis and protecting access to cash for vulnerable communities.
HSBC confirms Birmingham New Street branch closure
HSBC announces the permanent closure of its landmark New Street branch in Birmingham city centre, affecting thousands of customers and marking the end of an era for high street banking.
Midlands fraudster's £1.3m bank scam exposed
A sophisticated fraudster from the Midlands has been convicted after orchestrating an elaborate banking scam that nearly netted him £1.3 million. Discover how his complex deception unravelled.
M&S Profits Soar 58% in Stunning Turnaround
Marks & Spencer's transformation strategy delivers impressive results with clothing and home sales climbing 5.7% and food revenue up 13%, signalling a major retail comeback story.
The Entertainer announces major job cuts amid cost crisis
Britain's beloved toy chain The Entertainer faces tough restructuring with significant job losses as rising costs and tax pressures hit the retail sector hard.
ASOS cuts 500 jobs in UK restructuring
Online fashion giant ASOS announces significant workforce reduction affecting 500 roles across UK operations, including key Birmingham distribution centres, as part of cost-cutting measures.
Nationwide introduces £14.99 monthly account fee
Major building society Nationwide announces new monthly charges for current account holders, sparking concerns about rising banking costs during the cost-of-living crisis.
NatWest Warning: Banking Habit Could Make You Vulnerable
NatWest issues urgent warning to customers about common banking behaviour that's putting millions at risk of sophisticated scams - are you making this mistake?
Violence against shop workers surges by one-third
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in physical assaults and verbal abuse targeting retail staff across Britain, with Co-op reporting over 1,000 incidents daily.
Santander cuts savings rates in blow to customers
High street banking giant Santander announces significant cuts to popular savings accounts, leaving customers facing reduced returns amid ongoing cost of living pressures.
Waitrose Implements New £50 Checkout Rule
Waitrose introduces a significant policy change affecting self-service checkout payments, setting a £50 minimum for card transactions to combat theft and streamline operations.
Major Credit Score Changes Announced for UK
A landmark change to credit scoring systems is set to transform how millions of Brits access loans, mortgages and financial products. Discover how this overhaul could benefit you.
Aldi to open 16 new UK stores in major expansion
Discount supermarket giant Aldi announces major expansion with 16 new stores planned across the UK, creating hundreds of jobs and bringing bargain groceries to more communities.
Primark Owner ABF Considers Business Separation
Associated British Foods is exploring a potential separation of its retail and grocery divisions, a move that could reshape the future of Primark and its 400+ stores across the UK and internationally.
Banking exodus: Customers flee Santander, Barclays & Halifax
Major UK banks face customer backlash as Santander, Barclays and Halifax implement controversial changes to current accounts, sparking a mass migration to competitors.
Santander customers wake to missing payments in banking glitch
Thousands of Santander customers wake to missing payments and duplicate transactions in major banking glitch. Here's what you need to know.
Nationwide changes overdraft rules for millions
Nationwide Building Society announces sweeping changes to its overdraft rules, affecting current account holders with new fees and borrowing limits starting this autumn.
Barclays: Thousands risk account closure in UK banking shake-up
Barclays Bank issues urgent warnings as thousands of customers risk having accounts shut down due to new financial compliance measures affecting everyday banking access.
HMRC's Urgent Pension Warning - Don't Get Caught Out
A major change to how HMRC handles state pension payments is coming in April 2025. Discover what this means for your money and how to ensure you don't face payment delays.
Allica Launches 4.67% Interest Business Account
Allica's new business current account offers competitive 4.67% AER interest, challenging traditional business banking with innovative features for UK SMEs.
Lloyds Bank Urgent Scam Warning - Don't Get Caught
Lloyds Banking Group issues urgent warning about sophisticated bank card scam sweeping the UK, with victims losing £1,000 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from this growing threat.
Somerset Jewellery Store Closes After 65 Years
The historic H. Tobys jewellery shop in Taunton has closed its doors permanently, marking the end of an era for the high street after nearly seven decades of trading.
Fenwick dramatically reduces losses in retail turnaround
Historic British retailer Fenwick reports significantly reduced losses as strategic restructuring takes effect, with sales growth across all stores signalling retail recovery.
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