The hidden catch in the £150 energy bill cut
A promised £150 energy bill saving won't arrive until April, leaving households exposed to high winter costs. Experts warn of a 'winter gap'. Discover how to protect yourself now.
A promised £150 energy bill saving won't arrive until April, leaving households exposed to high winter costs. Experts warn of a 'winter gap'. Discover how to protect yourself now.
Nationwide Building Society is offering a 4% fixed-rate cash ISA, paying £400 interest on a £10,000 deposit. Experts urge savers to act fast as banks cut rates.
Multiple planning applications in Wealden affect listed buildings and conservation areas. A Wadhurst scheme seeks a design variation. Public comments due by January 17, 2026.
The UK operator of TGI Fridays has filed for administration protection, gaining 10 days to secure a buyer and prevent the collapse of up to 20 restaurants. 2000 jobs are at stake.
A major Plymouth planning notice lists 15 proposals, from cladding replacement to care home extensions. The public has 21 days from Dec 23, 2025 to submit comments. View details on the council portal.
Tens of thousands of UK homeowners face a sharp rise in mortgage costs as five-year fixed-rate deals from 2021 expire. Expert advice on navigating the remortgage shock.
The Ministry of Defence announces live firing at Dartmoor's Willsworthy range from Jan 6-9, 2026. Okehampton & Merrivale ranges are inactive. Check warning signals and stay safe.
Three men have been prosecuted and ordered to pay over £900 in total after failing to pay Fixed Penalty Notices for littering in Walsall. Walsall Council warns residents to dispose of waste responsibly.
Following NS&I's latest rate reduction, finance expert Kevin Mountford urges savers to shop around for better deals. Discover top fixed and easy-access alternatives available now.
NS&I has launched new issues of its fixed-term British Savings Bonds with reduced interest rates. Find out the new rates for 1 to 5-year terms and what it means for your savings.
With a £150 energy bill cut not effective until April 2026, learn how locking in a fixed tariff now can shield your budget from winter price spikes. Discover Utility Warehouse's bundled approach to savings.
UK households are urged to check savings accounts this week as leading fixed rates fall. Experts advise shopping around for inflation-beating deals from building societies and digital banks.
UK motorists face on-the-spot fines for driving with frosted windows as temperatures plummet. Experts warn of £5,000 penalties for snow on roofs and illegal vaping.
HMRC warns over 5.65 million people to file their Self Assessment tax return before the 31 January deadline or face a £100 penalty. Act now to avoid fines.
Fines for driving without insurance will rise from £300 to £600 as part of a new government road safety strategy aimed at cutting insurance costs for all. Learn the details.
Frank Lampard claims Coventry City were denied a clear penalty in a dramatic 3-2 loss to Birmingham City. Read his full reaction and match analysis here.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Autumn Budget changes will force savers to invest £8,000 of their ISA allowance. Experts warn it penalises low-risk savers and complicates retirement planning. Read the full analysis.
UK motorists are being warned that wearing gloves while driving this winter could lead to a £1,000 fine and penalty points for creating 'unnecessary danger'.
UK households could be hit with a £162 tax penalty under new HMRC rules targeting cash held in Stocks & Shares ISAs. Learn how the 2027 changes affect your savings.
Motorists are warned that parking or turning on a stranger's driveway is trespassing and could lead to a £5,000 fine, community orders, or prosecution.
British Gas and Octopus Energy will pass on government savings, cutting typical bills by £134 from April 2026. Fixed tariff customers included. Find out how you benefit.
Households across the UK face fines up to £300 for using wood burners incorrectly in smoke control zones. Learn the rules on authorised fuels and Defra-exempt appliances to avoid penalties.
Lloyds Bank launches a competitive 6.25% fixed-rate savings account for eligible Club Lloyds customers. Find out the monthly deposit rules and potential returns.
Private parking firms issued a record 15.9 million tickets last year, a 17% surge. Drivers face a potential £1.4bn bill, prompting urgent calls for a new Code of Practice.
The promised £150 energy bill cut won't arrive until April 2026, leaving families facing peak winter prices. Discover why fixing your tariff now could offer faster relief and immediate savings.
A woman faces a £100 NHS penalty after her HRT pre-payment certificate was used for uncovered medication. The pharmacy accepted it, but the patient is held responsible. Read the full story.
Millions of British Gas, EDF, E.ON, Ovo and Octopus customers are urged to check fixed deals now. With the price cap rising in January, a quick switch could save households over £270 a year. Act fast to lock in savings.
Motorists in parts of England have been hit with £2.1 million in bus lane fines. Newcastle, Gateshead, and Sunderland issued the most penalties. Discover the reasons and your rights.
Martin Lewis details the January energy price cap fall of 1%, warning bills are still double pre-crisis levels. He advises on meter readings and fixed deals.
E.ON has reduced prices on its 18-month and 24-month fixed energy tariffs, offering savings up to £185 against the price cap. See if you can cut your bills.