£300 Warning for High Street Bank Savers
Which? expert reveals how sticking with a high street bank could cost you over £300 in lost savings interest. Discover the top tips for finding better rates and protecting your money.
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Warning for Brits with £10,000 in bank accounts
Millions are losing money as inflation erodes large cash balances in zero-interest current accounts. Experts urge a switch to easy-access savings or Cash ISAs to protect your savings.
Petition to raise tax threshold to £20k hits 50k milestone
A public petition demanding the income tax personal allowance be raised to £20,000 has reached 50,000 signatures, halfway to triggering a Commons debate. The Treasury has rejected the call, citing a £50bn annual cost.
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.
Martin Lewis on 2026 HMRC Deadline & £10k Savings Rule
Martin Lewis urges 5.6 million to file self-assessment by Jan 31. He warns of £100 fines and 7.75% interest on unpaid tax. Check if you need to declare savings over £10,000.
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.
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.
Petition to raise tax-free allowance to £20k hits key milestone
A public petition urging the government to raise the income tax personal allowance to £20,000 has reached 44,000 signatures, halfway to triggering a parliamentary debate. Read the details and the government's response.
NS&I rate cut sparks urgent warning to savers
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.
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.
NS&I cuts interest rates on new British Savings Bonds
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.
Business Bank Account Offers Up To £10,000 Interest in 2026
A fast-growing UK bank is offering businesses the chance to earn substantial 'quiet interest' on spare cash, with potential returns of up to £10,000 in 2026. Discover how to make your money work harder.
Child Benefit tax trap to hit 35,000 more families
A tax threshold freeze will see 35,000 more families paying the High Income Child Benefit Charge by 2029, experts warn. Learn how this HMRC rule could affect your household budget.
Tax Freeze to Cost UK Households £500 a Year by 2030
Analysis reveals UK workers on £50k will be £500 worse off annually by decade's end due to extended tax threshold freeze. Discover the full impact of fiscal drag.
Martin Lewis clarifies UK savings tax rules
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis explains why hiding cash at home is a bad idea and clarifies exactly how tax on savings interest works for UK savers.
Savings Inertia Could Cost Brits £992 a Year
A new survey reveals over half of Brits haven't moved savings in a year, risking hundreds due to low high street rates. Experts urge action to switch accounts.
HMRC update on tax discrepancies for state pensioners
HMRC has issued guidance after a state pensioner raised concerns over tax 'discrepancies' on savings interest. Learn about your Personal Savings Allowance and how to resolve issues.
Savers with £5k+ told to act as banks slash rates
UK savers holding over £5,000 with major high street banks are urged to switch to online accounts for better returns as rates are cut. Discover the top three savings accounts now.
HMRC letters for savers with over £3,500
Nearly 900,000 UK savers may receive letters from HMRC to check tax on savings interest. Experts explain your obligations and what to do if contacted.
Savers warned of £8,000 ISA allowance cut
Experts warn of 'unnecessary tax' as the cash ISA limit drops to £12,000 in 2027. Learn how to protect your savings and maximise your personal savings allowance.
Big Bank Savers Urged to Move Money for Better Rates
Money experts warn savers with major high street banks like Nationwide, Lloyds, and NatWest could be missing out on far better interest rates offered by online providers. Discover the top accounts now.
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.
State Pensioners to Get £218 Extra from DWP in 2026
The DWP has announced benefit upratings for 2026/27, including a £218 yearly rise for Attendance Allowance and a key increase for Carer's Allowance. Read the full details.
Savers lose £333 by sticking with high street banks
Savings expert Matthew Jenkin warns UK bank customers could miss out on £333 interest on £10k by not switching from high street banks. Find out how to maximise your savings in 2026.
NatWest's £780 Savings Challenge for 2026
NatWest urges UK households to save £780 in 2026 with a monthly savings challenge. Martin Lewis' team also offers a 1p-a-day plan to save nearly £668. Start your financial year right.
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.
Which? warns savers against high street bank loyalty
Personal finance expert Matthew Jenkin reveals how sticking with familiar banks could cost UK savers hundreds. Discover how to find better rates and protect your savings.
Reeves' 2026 Tax Warning for Earners Over £35,000
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism over frozen tax bands, a 'stealth tax' pulling thousands into higher rates. Learn how it impacts wages and pensions.
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