HMRC may tax UK households with £3,500 in savings
UK households with savings over £3,500 could face surprise tax bills as HMRC tightens checks on bank interest. Learn your Personal Savings Allowance and how to prepare.
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Warning for savers with £5,000+ as banks cut rates
Money experts warn Nationwide customers with over £5,000 savings to act now. Online banks offer better deals as high street giants prepare to slash rates following Bank of England cut.
HMRC penalty change for 12 million UK taxpayers
HMRC announces a cut to the late payment interest rate for Self Assessment returns. Over 12 million face fines if they miss the January 31 deadline. Act now to avoid penalties.
HMRC: Don't Include 2025 Winter Fuel Payment on Tax Return
HMRC confirms state pensioners do not need to declare their 2025 Winter Fuel Payment on this year's tax return. Find out who is eligible and the key deadlines.
HMRC: One Month to File Tax Return or Face Fines
HMRC warns the deadline for online Self Assessment tax returns is 31 Jan 2026. Missing it risks penalties of £300 or more. File now to avoid fines.
Pre-1945 Pensioners Risk Missing £300 Winter Fuel Payment
Pensioners born before 1945 must check eligibility for the DWP's Winter Fuel Payment. Up to £300 is at stake. Claim deadline is 31 March 2026. Act now to avoid missing out.
Nationwide's 4% ISA pays £400 on £10k savings
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.
Claim missing £300 Winter Fuel Payment by Jan 28
The DWP urges pensioners missing their Winter Fuel Payment of up to £300 to contact the helpline by January 28, 2026. Check eligibility and claim details here.
5.65m face £100 HMRC penalty over fast-approaching tax deadline
UK households risk an immediate £100 fine for missing the January 31 self-assessment deadline. HMRC warns 5.65 million returns are still outstanding. Act now to avoid penalties.
Barclays cuts savings rates, customers to earn less
Barclays warns savers of interest rate cuts from January 2026, following Bank of England's base rate reduction. Expert urges looking beyond high street banks for better returns.
State pensioners get tax return boost from HMRC
HMRC clarifies that Winter Fuel Payments do not need declaring on Self Assessment tax returns, offering relief to pensioners. Over 5.6 million still need to file by the deadline to avoid penalties.
UK households miss out on £4,200 in bank interest
Millions of UK households are losing thousands in potential interest by keeping large sums in zero-interest current accounts. Discover how much you could be missing and the simple switch to make your money work harder.
69,000 households face £321 monthly mortgage hike
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.
Six DWP benefits get £50 Cold Weather Payment in January
The DWP confirms 18 postcodes will receive a second £25 Cold Weather Payment this January. Find out if you're eligible and check the full list of qualifying areas.
Nationwide £100 bonus taxed as interest by HMRC
Nationwide Building Society confirms it must report customer details to HMRC over its £100 Fairer Share Payment, classified as interest for tax. Find out what it means for you.
Barclays cuts savings rates on popular accounts
Barclays Bank is reducing interest rates on four of its most popular savings products, including the Rainy Day Saver, in a blow to millions of UK customers. Find out the new rates and effective dates.
Full List of Households Eligible for £500 DWP Payment
Find out if you qualify for a £500 cost of living payment from the Household Support Fund this January. Eligibility extends beyond benefit claimants to working families.
HMRC spares 300+ from fines after New Year's Eve tax rush
HMRC data reveals hundreds filed tax returns in the final hours of 2025, dodging £100 penalties. Experts warn of escalating fines for late submissions. Act now to avoid charges.
HMRC warns 5.65m over Self Assessment deadline
HMRC urges nearly 5.65 million people to file their Self Assessment tax return before the 31 January deadline to avoid an immediate £100 penalty. Online help is available on GOV.UK.
5.65 Million Face Self Assessment Deadline, HMRC Warns
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.
Nationwide warns of 7-day payment delays
Nationwide Building Society responds to customer complaints over payments pending for up to seven days. The issue follows a recent £44m fine for weak financial crime controls.
£305 Winter Heating Payment for Scottish Pensioners
Over 880,000 Scottish pensioners are receiving a new Pension Age Winter Heating Payment of up to £305.10 to help with soaring energy costs this winter. Find out if you're eligible.
19 NHS Conditions Can Secure £812 PIP Monthly Payment
Individuals with 19 specific long-term health conditions, including mental health issues and chronic pain, could be eligible for up to £812 monthly from DWP's Personal Independence Payment. Learn how to apply.
DWP January State Pension Dates Set by NI Number
Your National Insurance number's final two digits determine when your DWP state pension arrives in January. Learn your payment day and key pension facts.
NatWest cuts savings rates from January 19
NatWest is reducing interest rates on multiple savings accounts from January 19, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Savers are urged to review their options.
Pound struggles against Euro, down from 1.21 to 1.15
The Pound has fallen over 5% against the Euro in 2025, hitting 1.15. Experts warn it could drop further in 2026 and advise travellers to purchase currency now to lock in rates.
NatWest cuts interest rates for UK customers
NatWest informs customers of reduced savings interest rates, effective 19 January. The move follows the Bank of England's base rate decision. Learn what it means for your money.
Lloyds Bank offers 6.25% interest savings account
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.
First-Time Buyers to Drive 2026 UK Property Sales
UK housing market forecast: First-time buyers lead 2026 sales surge as rates fall. Prices set to rise 2-4%, while rental growth slows. Get the full analysis.
HMRC January £100 fines: File tax return to avoid £900
HMRC warns millions to file their Self Assessment tax return by 31 January or face an initial £100 fine, escalating to £900. Act now to know what you owe.
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