The Pink Glitter Ball fundraiser in Dover, organised by Kerry Banks BEM and Jo Allen, returned spectacularly, raising over £12,200 for Breast Cancer Now. Discover the highlights and future date.
Dozens of UK bank branches are set to close in early 2025, impacting NatWest, Santander, Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland customers. See the full list of affected locations.
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.
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.
Food banks across the West Midlands brace for a severe winter surge in demand, with over 61,000 parcels distributed last year. Donations struggle to keep pace as vulnerable groups face rising costs.
Food banks across the West Midlands are preparing for a severe winter surge in demand, with a 27% rise in parcels since pre-pandemic levels. The Trussell Trust warns they are at breaking point and urgently need public donations.
NatWest is closing six high street branches on December 31, 2025, citing a shift to digital banking. Community pop-ups and mobile services will support affected customers. See the full list.
Savers are rushing to lock in high-interest accounts as Bank of England rate cuts loom. Discover the top-paying providers and why switching from major banks is crucial now.
Six major UK banks are offering up to £1,375 in free cash incentives for switching current accounts, even for those in their overdraft. Discover how to claim your bonus.
Five major UK banks are paying up to £200 to customers who switch accounts before Christmas. Discover how to claim this easy money boost during the festive season.
Atomic Kitten's Kerry Katona faces recovery complications after breast surgery, with fans and friends urging her to rest. Discover the full story and health warnings.
NatWest, Santander, Halifax and Lloyds customers urged to switch savings for 'real returns'. Discover the top-paying accounts beating inflation.
Martin Lewis names Barclays, Santander, and five other banks offering switching deals worth up to £1,525. Discover how to claim your free cash before Christmas.
Which? reveals TSB as the UK's worst high street bank with a 67% customer score. Virgin Money, Santander, and Halifax also rank poorly. Discover if it's time to switch banks.
New Which? research shows banking loyalty rarely pays. Discover the 6 top-rated current accounts offering cashback, perks and better value for your money in 2025.
Santander's £2.65bn TSB acquisition will create Britain's third-largest bank, serving 28 million customers. The TSB brand is expected to disappear from UK high streets.
Kerry Katona reveals she's under strict doctor's orders after corrective breast surgery - her fifth procedure in months. The Atomic Kitten star shares recovery details and partner's support.
Two Stagecoach Solihull students, Arushi and Sophie, performed alongside West End legend Kerry Ellis in a dream come true. Discover how their training led to this incredible opportunity.
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal to find missing 13-year-old Kerry from Harborne. Last seen 10 November at 8pm. Call 999 with information.
Thousands of Halifax banking customers are reporting duplicate cash withdrawals draining their accounts overnight. The major banking glitch has left families struggling to pay bills as the bank scrambles to fix the error.
Lloyds Banking Group reveals plans to shut 45 branches across England and Wales in 2024, citing changing customer habits and digital banking shift. Find out which locations are affected.
A fierce debate erupts between mortgage brokers and building societies as new research reveals growing tensions over lending practices and market access.
Major UK banks Barclays and Nationwide are rolling out substantial £950 payments to support customers struggling with rising living costs. Discover who qualifies and when payments arrive.
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.
New research exposes how the £20 weekly Universal Credit reduction is causing severe mental and physical health crises across the UK, with food banks reporting unprecedented demand.
Major UK banks are offering lucrative switching incentives worth up to £200. Discover how to qualify for free cash bonuses and compare the best current account deals available now.
Santander is surprising customers with unexpected £100 payments - discover if you qualify for this limited-time banking reward and how to claim your free cash.
Major banking giants including Barclays, HSBC, and Lloyds announce widespread branch closures across England and Wales this autumn, leaving communities concerned about access to cash and banking services.
Major UK banks TSB and Barclays are joining LINK's cash access network, creating thousands of new fee-free ATMs in communities struggling with bank branch closures and improving financial inclusion nationwide.
Exclusive investigation reveals Barclays, NatWest, Lloyds and HSBC have closed 189 branches across Britain this year alone, leaving communities struggling with digital banking transition.