Lloyds Bank Closing 45 Branches Across UK
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.
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66-Hour Snow Blast to Hit UK: Arctic Freeze Warning
The Met Office warns of continuous snow showers lasting nearly three days as temperatures plummet to -10°C, with significant disruption expected across transport networks.
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.
Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%
The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 5.25% for the sixth consecutive meeting as inflation concerns persist, with Monetary Policy Committee members divided on future direction.
DWP payment delays exposed in shocking new account
Exclusive: A new first-hand account exposes how DWP payment delays are pushing vulnerable claimants to the brink, with one man waiting months for essential support.
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.
TSB Warning: Cost of Living Scams Target Customers
TSB bank reveals alarming new scam tactics exploiting the cost of living crisis, with fraudsters pretending to offer government support payments to steal savings.
Income Tax Threshold Freeze: What It Means for Your Pay
Discover how the ongoing freeze on income tax thresholds means workers across Britain will effectively pay more tax as salaries increase - find out exactly how much more you'll pay.
£46k+ Earners Face Higher Tax in Fiscal Drag Squeeze
New analysis reveals how the frozen income tax threshold is dragging more workers into higher tax brackets amid the cost of living crisis. Discover if your salary makes you one of the 'fiscal drag' victims.
Reeves urged to end income tax threshold freeze
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to reverse the controversial income tax threshold freeze as new analysis reveals millions of Britons face significant tax increases amidst the ongoing cost of living emergency.
DWP makes two-day payment change for benefits
Major change to DWP payment processing means millions receiving Universal Credit, State Pension and other benefits could see money arrive up to two days earlier than usual - here's what you need to know.
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.
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.
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.
Solihull Sisters Offer Free Kids' Clothing To Families
Two compassionate sisters from Solihull are making a difference by offering free children's clothing to struggling families through their community-focused project.
Arctic Blast: -10C Freeze Date Revealed
Britain braces for a brutal polar vortex as weather maps reveal the precise date temperatures will plummet to -10C, bringing widespread snow and travel disruption.
UK Weather: Arctic Blast Bringing -10C Deep Freeze
New weather maps reveal an alarming deep purple freeze descending on the UK, with temperatures potentially plummeting to -10C as an Arctic air mass sweeps across Britain, bringing widespread frost and icy conditions.
Arctic Blast to Freeze UK With Snow Imminent
A severe Arctic freeze is poised to grip the UK with dramatic temperature drops and widespread snow expected across multiple regions within days. Discover when the cold snap will hit your area.
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.
HMRC Begins Direct Bank Account Seizures for Tax Debts
HMRC has started using controversial Direct Recovery powers to take money directly from bank accounts for unpaid tax bills. Learn how this affects you and what protections exist.
Energy Bill Refunds: How to Claim Your Money Back
Discover how millions of UK energy customers could be owed refunds on overpaid bills. Our guide reveals the simple steps to check your account and claim what's rightfully yours.
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.
UK unemployment set to hit 4.2% in 2024
New analysis reveals UK unemployment is forecast to rise significantly to 4.2% by mid-2024, with the Bank of England's interest rate hikes creating challenging conditions for businesses and job seekers alike.
Nationwide: £200 Switch Bonus & 5.5% Savings Rate
Nationwide launches a double financial boost for savers - a £200 switching incentive plus a competitive 5.5% savings rate for qualifying members. Discover how to maximise your money in the current economic climate.
State Pension Tax Trap: Millions Face 2026 Demands
Nearly nine million pensioners could be dragged into the tax net as the frozen personal allowance threshold collides with rising state pension payments, creating a fiscal timebomb for retirees.
Universal Credit Payment Dates Change for Birmingham
Important changes to Universal Credit payment schedules are coming this spring. Discover how bank holidays will affect when you receive your money and plan your budget accordingly.
Lloyds Bank slashes credit card interest rates
Millions of Lloyds Banking Group customers to benefit from significant APR reductions on credit cards as bank responds to cost of living pressures.
Nationwide Issues Major Update for UK Banking Customers
Building society giant Nationwide announces significant changes to banking services, branch operations, and digital offerings affecting customers across Britain.
DWP gains power to check benefit claimants' bank accounts
The Department for Work and Pensions gains sweeping new authority to monitor bank accounts of benefit claimants in major fraud prevention drive targeting Universal Credit and other payments.
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