Get a £1,000 tax-free boost with HMRC side hustle rule
A key HMRC rule means anyone can increase their Personal Allowance by £1,000 through side hustles. Learn how to earn tax-free and use other savings allowances.
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How a Doncaster woman helps families save for Christmas
Kerry Blackett, dubbed the 'Christmas angel', has spent 14 years helping her community save for the festive season. Discover how her planning brings peace of mind to 100 households facing soaring costs.
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.
Inheritance Tax receipts hit £5.8bn, up £84m
UK inheritance tax receipts reach £5.8bn in eight months, driven by frozen thresholds. Experts warn the 'quiet' revenue raiser is forecast to hit £14.5bn by 2031. Read the full analysis.
NatWest, Lloyds, Barclays Miss Top Savings Rates
Moneyfactscompare experts urge savers with major banks to act after crucial warning. Top rates slashed post-BoE cut. See the best accounts for your cash now.
Bank of England cuts interest rate to 3.75%
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.
UK tracker mortgages get £345 boost after rate cut
Over 500,000 UK homeowners on tracker mortgages will see monthly payments fall by nearly £29 after the Bank of England's decision. Find out what it means for you.
Nationwide Slashes Mortgage Rates from January 2026
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.
Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 3.75%
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.
Bank of England cuts interest rates to 3.75%
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.
Business Leaders Demand Bold Rate Cut from Bank of England
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.
Nationwide's £7,500 savings warning for UK households
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.
Santander cuts current account interest rate
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 drops to 3.2%, an 8-month low
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.
HMRC Christmas Bonus Tax Warning Issued
HMRC warns a Christmas work bonus could push you into a higher tax bracket. A £10,000 bonus risks 40% tax. Experts recommend 'bonus sacrifice' into your pension.
Sharp Rise in Welsh Unemployment to 6.1%
Unemployment in Wales has surged to 6.1%, affecting 94,000 people, while economic inactivity remains stubbornly high at 24.5%. Explore the latest ONS data and political reactions.
Santander cuts interest rate for customers with under £25k
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 jumps above 5% as hiring slows
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.
Urgent warning for UK savers ahead of rate cut
Finance experts urge UK savers to move their money as the Bank of England is tipped to cut the base rate from 4% to 3.75% this week. Find out how to protect your savings.
Savers urged to act in December for better rates
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.
Claim £450 from your bank: Nationwide, Lloyds, NatWest
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.
Best Easy-Access Savings Accounts Pay Up To 4.51%
UK savers with Nationwide, Lloyds and NatWest can earn up to £450. Discover the top easy-access accounts from Chase, Monument Bank and Cahoot for 2025.
Millions Warned to Withdraw Cash Now
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.
HMRC Sends New Tax Codes to UK Households
HMRC is issuing revised tax codes midway through the 2025/26 tax year, impacting savers. Check your code now to avoid over or underpaying tax on your savings interest.
New UK savings account offers 4.25% easy access rate
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.
Young Brits miss £512 free cash from LISA scheme
Millions of 18-28 year olds are missing out on £512.77 in free government money by not using a Lifetime ISA. Discover how this simple savings trick could have earned young adults over £3.1bn.
Savings Tax Hike Warning for Millions of UK Households
A major building society warns millions could face unexpected tax bills due to a planned hike on savings interest and frozen allowances. Discover how to protect your savings now.
Nationwide Cuts Mortgage Rates to 3.58%
Nationwide Building Society has cut selected fixed mortgage rates to as low as 3.58%, offering a Christmas boost for home buyers and movers. Read the full details and expert reaction here.
HMRC Letters for Savers with £3,500+ in Accounts
Nearly 900,000 UK households with £3,500 or more in savings may receive HMRC letters about tax on interest. Check your Personal Savings Allowance now to avoid surprises.
Cash ISA savings hit £207bn before allowance cut
UK households have amassed £207 billion in Cash ISAs, a 14% annual rise, despite Chancellor Rachel Reeves slashing the tax-free cash allowance to £12,000 from 2027.
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