HMRC cuts late payment interest from 29 December
HMRC announces lower interest rates for late tax payments and repayments following the Bank of England base rate cut. New rates take effect from 29 December 2025. Find out how this affects you.
HMRC announces lower interest rates for late tax payments and repayments following the Bank of England base rate cut. New rates take effect from 29 December 2025. Find out how this affects you.
Trading 212 cuts interest rates on its Cash ISA and other products following the Bank of England's decision to lower the base rate to 3.75%. Find out what it means for savers.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomes the Bank of England's latest interest rate cut, highlighting government action on the cost of living. Read the full story.
Nationwide Building Society will reduce its Standard Mortgage Rate by 0.25% to 6.49% from 1 January 2026, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Find out what this means for your repayments.
The Bank of England has cut interest rates for the first time since August, reducing Bank Rate to 3.75% in a tight 5-4 vote. Governor Andrew Bailey cited rising unemployment and moderating inflation. Read the full analysis.
The Bank of England has cut the base interest rate to 3.75%. Martin Lewis explains what this means for your mortgage, savings, and loans. Read his full analysis.
The Bank of England has cut the base rate to 3.75%, signalling a shift for savers and borrowers. Experts urge immediate action to secure top savings deals before banks follow suit.
The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 3.75%, its sixth reduction since the election. Governor Andrew Bailey warns of a 'sharper downturn' risk as growth forecasts are slashed. Read the full analysis.
UK business owners call on Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey to slash interest rates as inflation falls. A cut could boost mortgages but hit savers. Read the latest ahead of the BoE's crucial decision.
Savers with Lloyds, Halifax, HSBC, NatWest and Santander are seeing their wealth eroded as interest rates lag behind CPI. Experts urge considering investments to protect long-term finances.
Nationwide reveals UK households aim to save £7,535 on average in 2026, but one in ten won't save a penny. Get expert tips to grow your savings.
The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates to 3.75% on Thursday after inflation dropped to an eight-month low of 3.2% in November. Read the full analysis and forecasts.
Santander has reduced the credit interest on its Edge Up current account from 2.50% to 2.10% AER. Find out the key details and what it means for your money.
UK inflation fell sharply to 3.2% in November, the lowest rate in eight months. The surprise drop, driven by food prices, makes a Bank of England interest rate cut highly likely. Read the full analysis.
UK inflation fell more than expected to 3.2% in November, driven by lower food prices. Discover what this means for your cost of living and future interest rates.
The DWP is distributing crucial winter payments, including Cold Weather and Winter Fuel Payments, worth up to £1,085. Check if you qualify for this vital financial support before Christmas.
HMRC warns UK taxpayers the Self Assessment deadline is weeks away. File and pay by 31 Jan 2026 or face penalties. Act now to avoid fines.
Santander is reducing the interest rate on its Edge Up current account from 2.5% to 2.1% from December 17. Find out how this change affects your balance and what other perks remain.
UK unemployment rises to 5.1% with 22,000 fewer payrolled workers in September. Wage growth cools as the Bank of England faces pressure to cut rates. Read the full analysis.
Low-income households can apply for emergency payments of up to £200 via the Household Support Fund. Apply now to your local council for help with food and energy bills.
Experts warn UK savers to lock in top bond rates now before a potential base rate cut. The top one-year bond rate rose in November for the first time since July.
The DWP is issuing a second December payment, a £10 Christmas Bonus, to PIP, ESA, DLA claimants and state pensioners. Find out when it arrives and who is eligible.
UK state pensioners are set for a series of extra payments worth up to £524.75 this winter. Find out if you're eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment and other support.
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.
The DWP confirms altered state pension payment dates in December due to Christmas bank holidays. Find out when your money will arrive to budget effectively.
A grieving family faces mortgage refusal after Metro Bank declines to remove late payment markers from their credit file, despite their son's death. Read their story.
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.
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.
Private sector employment fell 1.8% in November, the sharpest drop since July 2021. The Bank of England's survey points to a December interest rate cut amid rising inflation expectations. Read the full analysis.
Millions of UK state pensioners will see an extra £10 payment this December. Find out who is eligible and when the DWP Christmas Bonus will be paid.