HMRC to Contact 900,000 Savers Over Tax

HMRC is contacting nearly 900,000 individuals with savings over £3,500 as part of a review into untaxed interest. Personal finance experts explain the Personal Savings Allowance rules and what recipients should do if they receive a letter.

NatWest Pays £175 Bonus to 8,800 New Customers

NatWest has awarded £175 switching bonuses to 8,800 customers in late 2025, while Nationwide gained 42,000 switchers. Over one million bank switches occurred in 2025, highlighting strong consumer demand for better value.

Boots 20% Off Sale: No7 Cream Now £22

Boots has launched an unexpected 20% off sale on selected beauty brands including No7, Lancome, and YSL. The No7 Protect and Perfect Intense ADVANCED Day Cream is reduced to £22.36, with shoppers praising its anti-ageing effects.

Clifden Pub Reopens in Birmingham with Desi Twist

The Clifden pub in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter has reopened under new ownership, rebranding as a desi pub with pakoras replacing pizzas. It promises live sports, music, and affordable drinks to bring back the buzz.

Birmingham House Prices Drop in Cheapest Areas

House prices in Birmingham's most affordable neighborhoods like Lozells and Winson Green have fallen further, with typical homes now costing around £176,000, well below the UK average of £300,000.

Boots No7 Beauty Collection Saves £170 in Limited Offer

Beauty enthusiasts can save £170 on the limited edition No7 x Stackers Best of Beauty Collection at Boots, now priced at £50 instead of £220. The set includes 10 full-size products and a makeup organiser, receiving high praise from customers for its value

Dunelm 50% Off Shaggy Rug Sale in 10 Colors

Dunelm's Pure Washable Shaggy Rug is now 50% off, available in 10 colors with prices from £17.50. Customers rave about its quality, saying photos don't do it justice, though some note maintenance issues.

Car Repair Costs Soar Amid Critical Skills Shortages

Drivers across the UK are being warned of escalating car repair costs as the automotive sector faces severe skills shortages. Thatcham Research's Automotive Academy has trained over 5,000 technicians in five years, but industry leaders call for urgent act

Stamp Duty Relief Lost for First-Time Buyers Over £500k

New data reveals one in four first-time buyers paid stamp duty last year, with relief now entirely gone for properties over £500,000. Financial experts highlight Lifetime ISAs as a key tool to offset these costs through government bonuses.

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