New £241 weekly state pension for post-1951 retirees
The full new state pension will rise to £241.30 a week in April 2026, a yearly increase of £574.60. Find out if you qualify and how much you'll receive.
The full new state pension will rise to £241.30 a week in April 2026, a yearly increase of £574.60. Find out if you qualify and how much you'll receive.
HMRC warns a Christmas work bonus could push you into a higher tax bracket. A £10,000 bonus risks 40% tax. Experts recommend 'bonus sacrifice' into your pension.
Retirees are being asked to pay thousands to boost their state pension, even after decades of National Insurance payments. Experts explain the 'contracted out' rules and if a refund is possible.
Finance experts urge UK savers to move their money as the Bank of England is tipped to cut the base rate from 4% to 3.75% this week. Find out how to protect your savings.
Millions of UK state pensioners could see their income rise by over £600 a year by deferring claims and stopping National Insurance payments after age 66. Learn how to claim.
UK motorists are being urged to avoid a common insurance pitfall that adds hundreds to premiums. Experts reveal the best time to renew your policy and save money.
Labour's 4.1% state pension hike faces a fiscal threat from rising unemployment and a shrinking tax base. Experts warn the policy could backfire. Read the full analysis.
Consumer group Which? exposes three major home insurers accepting less than half of claims. Discover the firms named and what it means for your policy. Read the full report now.
Savers with major UK banks can earn up to £450 extra by switching to top easy-access accounts. Discover the best rates from Chase, Cahoot & Monument Bank.
UK savers with Nationwide, Lloyds and NatWest can earn up to £450. Discover the top easy-access accounts from Chase, Monument Bank and Cahoot for 2025.
DVLA data shows nearly 800,000 vehicles lacked a valid MOT in 2024, risking fines and invalid insurance. Experts urge drivers to book tests to ensure safety.
UK drivers could save over £300 by renewing car insurance 21-28 days early. Experts warn against last-minute decisions. Discover the proactive strategy for the best rates.
UK savers are urged to act as billions in interest is lost due to account inertia. Experts warn now is the time to move money for better rates.
UK police launch a national crackdown on uninsured driving. Offenders face £300 fines, 6 points, and future car insurance premiums could rise by around £1,000. Learn the consequences.
HMRC is issuing revised tax codes midway through the 2025/26 tax year, impacting savers. Check your code now to avoid over or underpaying tax on your savings interest.
Experts warn UK state pension age may need to rise to 80 by the 2070s, with workers facing longer careers or higher NI. Discover the analysis behind the stark forecast.
LHV Bank unveils a competitive 4.25% AER easy-access savings account. Discover the details and how recent ISA changes make this a timely option for UK savers.
Millions of 18-28 year olds are missing out on £512.77 in free government money by not using a Lifetime ISA. Discover how this simple savings trick could have earned young adults over £3.1bn.
A major building society warns millions could face unexpected tax bills due to a planned hike on savings interest and frozen allowances. Discover how to protect your savings 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.
Rachel Reeves' proposed £2,000 cap on salary sacrifice pension contributions could penalise young workers and cost employers. Full analysis of the Treasury's £2bn tax raid.
Nearly 900,000 UK households with £3,500 or more in savings may receive HMRC letters about tax on interest. Check your Personal Savings Allowance now to avoid surprises.
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.
UK households have amassed £207 billion in Cash ISAs, a 14% annual rise, despite Chancellor Rachel Reeves slashing the tax-free cash allowance to £12,000 from 2027.
Soaring costs and test backlogs force thousands to give up on driving. New research reveals nearly a quarter of young adults have no plans to learn. Read the full story.
A stark warning for millions of motorists in England: driving uninsured this festive season could lead to fines, points, and insurance woes. Discover the legal solution.
Local firms in Brentwood and Shenfield warn of job cuts and rising costs after Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget. Read the full impact on businesses and jobs.
An urgent warning for 16,000 UK motorists whose car insurance cover ends on December 1 after Premier Insurance Company Ltd collapsed. Find out what to do next.
Millions of UK households risk losing value on savings held in zero-interest current accounts. Experts urge moving funds to beat 3.6% inflation. Act now to protect your cash.
NS&I customers warned about Premium Bonds prize rate cuts as new British Savings Bonds launch with higher interest rates. Expert analysis reveals what this means for your savings.