Average annual car insurance premiums have dropped to £711, a £66 decrease from last year, reaching the lowest point in nearly three years. Experts advise drivers to shop around and lock in rates before potential increases.
Millions of UK workers will see their incomes rise by approximately £975 annually starting next week, with new minimum wage rates taking effect from April 1.
Nationwide Building Society has issued urgent guidance to customers in Birmingham and across the UK about holiday frauds and scams as summer approaches, detailing common tactics used by criminals.
A major alert has been issued for state pensioners as the DWP begins tightening eligibility criteria from April 6, potentially affecting millions. Financial experts warn of higher costs and reduced access for expats and UK residents alike.
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New UK laws effective April 28, 2026, mandate banks to provide 90 days' notice before closing accounts, following a tenfold increase in closures to 453,230 last year.
Market turmoil from the US-Iran-Israel conflict could boost annuity rates, potentially giving state pensioners up to £900 more yearly, though experts advise caution.
The Co-op has issued a strict no-challenge policy to its employees, including those in Birmingham, prohibiting any intervention with shoplifters to ensure worker safety amid rising retail crime.
New data reveals HMRC has refused 47% of applications for exemption from Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, with over 1,600 people seeking exclusions on grounds of digital exclusion ahead of the April rollout.
A significant UK wholesaler supplying major supermarkets like Morrisons, Waitrose, and Co-op has entered liquidation, resulting in 71 redundancies and impacting small food producers.
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The UK Foreign Office has updated travel advice for Mauritania, warning tourists to avoid all demonstrations due to potential protests with little to no warning.
A stretch of long-dead units on New Street, dubbed the 'Zombie Quarter,' faces an uncertain future. Learn about its history, the 'Chicken Quarter' opposite, and potential redevelopment plans.
An investigation reveals Walsall Council illegally underpaid 36 staff members more than £21,000, making it the only local authority on a national shame list.
The Scott Arms in Great Barr has prohibited use of its pool table on Fridays and Saturdays to encourage patrons to respect smoking and vaping regulations, reminding customers to follow the 2007 smoking ban.
Business leaders in Greater Manchester report no immediate recession risk, but warn of fragile confidence and sectoral challenges as the Iran conflict adds uncertainty to an already sluggish economic landscape.
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Apple's new MacBook Neo, paired with Raylo Business subscriptions, allows small businesses to equip teams for under £100 monthly with no upfront costs, offering flexibility and modern tech.
A limited-time Simba mattress deal offers up to £836 in free sleep extras, including duvet, pillows, and slippers, ending March 29. Shoppers are urged to claim before the deadline.
Married At First Sight Australia groom Danny Hewitt has earned huge commissions on luxury property sales, with reports revealing a net worth bolstered by a lucrative real estate career.
Ninja's spring sale features significant price reductions on popular outdoor cooking equipment and kitchen appliances, including electric pizza ovens, BBQ grills, ice cream makers, and saucepans, with savings up to £137.98.
Plan your Easter 2026 shopping with our guide to opening hours for major supermarkets like Aldi, M&S, Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, and Lidl over the bank holiday weekend.
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The Atlantic Hotel in Newquay, visited by Queen Victoria and The Beatles, has been sold to the Cornwall Hotel Collection after four decades under the Cobley family.
Give Me Cosmetics launches an Easter Beauty Box valued at £75, now available for £28. With nine products averaging £3 each, it's cheaper than a Lindt bunny and offers skincare, haircare, and SPF50 protection for the bank holiday weekend.
Manchester-based Principal Insurance has acquired Bristol's Europa Group, including its MotorCycle Direct and Ridersure brands, aiming to become a top-five motorcycle insurance intermediary in the UK.
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Club Med is offering up to 20% off winter sun breaks, including Christmas dates, with kids under 6 staying free. Book by March 27 for savings on holidays to Spain, Italy, Portugal, and France.
Skechers Summits Artistry Chic Trainers in lavender have been reduced from £59.99 to just £26.05 on Amazon, offering a 56% saving. Shoppers praise their slipper-like comfort and versatile design.
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Marks & Spencer has revised its returns policy, now allowing 28 days for refunds on most items, aligning with other major UK retailers for clearer shopping.
The Italian beauty brand KIKO Milano reopens its renovated Bullring store on March 26, offering the first 100 customers free goodie bags with full-size products.
Octopus Energy Group partners with Schneider Electric to acquire majority stake in Uplight, scaling flexible digital grids across North America to meet rising electricity demand from AI data centers and electrification.
Virgin Media is rolling out its smart support system to all customers after a successful trial with 330,000 users. The free service monitors broadband 24/7, fixes issues remotely, and offers proactive solutions like WiFi Pods.
Bettys tearooms in Harrogate and Ilkley now offer daytime reservations, responding to long-standing customer requests to reduce queues and enhance the guest experience.
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Major UK banks including Barclays, Lloyds, NatWest, and Santander are providing cash incentives up to £500 for customers who switch their current accounts, with additional perks like cashback and improved savings rates.
