80% of UK Businesses Plan to Seek External Funding
Santander UK reveals a surge in business optimism, with 80% seeking funding and 88% forecasting revenue growth. Discover the key trends shaping corporate finance in 2026.
Santander UK reveals a surge in business optimism, with 80% seeking funding and 88% forecasting revenue growth. Discover the key trends shaping corporate finance in 2026.
Santander warns of a dangerous TikTok 'like for cash' scam targeting young adults. Over £95,000 was stolen in late 2025. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself.
As 2026 begins, founders are urged to avoid the trap of dramatic reinvention. Discover why focusing on incremental improvements and execution, inspired by Sir David Brailsford's philosophy, is the real key to sustainable growth and performance.
Santander is raising monthly charges on key current accounts. Financial experts analyse if it's still worth it and advise customers to consider switching banks.
First Choice Homes Oldham secures a £110 million finance deal with Santander UK to build over 600 affordable homes and upgrade thousands more for energy efficiency. Discover the plans.
Santander increases some mortgage rates as NatWest reduces others. Brokers urge borrowers to secure deals now, with market choice at a 19-year high. Act before rates shift.
Plymouth City Council is petitioning the Government for £25.7m in extra funding to cover soaring social care costs, as it faces a £17m budget shortfall. Read the full story.
TSB leads with a £200 switch offer, with Santander, Nationwide, and Lloyds also paying customers to move. Learn how to claim cash and improve your credit score.
Santander is offering cashback of £100 or £150 to customers who take out a new life insurance policy. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim the payment.
Santander is paying up to £150 cashback directly into bank accounts for eligible customers who take out a life insurance policy. Find out if you qualify.
Santander UK renews its Broker Pledges for 2026, promising no dual pricing, advance notice on withdrawals, and improved product transfers. Discover the full list of commitments.
Santander bank is offering customers up to £150 cashback for taking out a life insurance policy. The offer, provided via Aviva, aims to help families secure financial protection.
Wilmslow's Integrated Air Systems transitions to an Employee Ownership Trust with £1.45m HSBC funding, aiming for 15% growth and global expansion. Read the full story.
County Durham's Kromek lands a £6m funding deal with HSBC UK to scale production and fuel R&D in its medical imaging and security detection sectors. Discover the growth plans.
Walsall Council's spending power is set to rise by 28.5% over three years under a new government funding settlement. Leader Mike Bird welcomes the 'good news' but warns of ongoing challenges.
Santander's £2.65bn acquisition of TSB could see the familiar bank name disappear, triggering substantial branch closures and job losses. Find out what this means for millions of UK customers.
Two Shropshire mums turned an £8 Tesco vest pack into a booming £100k-a-year children's clothing brand, Beck and Co, after struggling to find cool outfits for their son. Discover their inspiring journey.
A London pensioner could pay £16,000 a year in council and mansion taxes after Labour's funding reforms. Discover the impact on homeowners and the six boroughs affected.
Major UK banks like Nationwide, Lloyds, and Santander are offering cash incentives of up to £200 for switching current accounts. Act fast to secure your festive financial boost. Compare deals and requirements now.
Santander agrees to acquire TSB for £2.65 billion, creating the UK's third-largest bank. The TSB name is likely to disappear from the high street. Full details inside.
Santander, First Direct, and Nationwide are offering up to £200 in free cash for new customers who switch accounts. Learn how to qualify for these New Year's banking deals and boost your finances.
Santander, Nationwide and First Direct are offering cash incentives up to £200 for new customers. Find out how to switch from banks like NatWest, Barclays and Lloyds.
A new Santander poll reveals over a third of Brits perform more random acts of kindness at Christmas, from charity donations to checking on neighbours. Discover the heartwarming data.
Santander launches a £100 cashback incentive for customers taking out new life insurance in January. Select customers could get £150. Terms apply.
Halifax, Nationwide and Santander are allowing mortgage holders to switch deals months early without charges. Discover how to lock in lower rates and potentially save thousands.
BCRS Business Loans has provided over £2m to 34 Welsh SMEs via the British Business Bank's Investment Fund for Wales, creating 104 jobs and safeguarding 189. Read more about the economic impact.
From a £1bn battery plant to a £50m engineering buyout, discover the 10 biggest investments and acquisitions that shaped the North East economy in 2025. Explore the details here.
Discover the standout North East businesses of 2025, from tech triumphs to green energy leaders, driving regional economic growth. Read the full list now.
Santander UK is offering a £200 switching bonus to help with stretched household budgets. Find out the eligibility criteria and how to claim before the offer ends.
Lloyds Banking Group commits over £35 billion in new finance for 2026 to support UK companies and SMEs, aiming to fuel economic growth and community prosperity. Discover the details.