Brits Risk £500 Loss Without Travel Insurance
New data reveals uninsured travellers face average replacement costs of £344 for lost items, with phones, jewellery and wallets most commonly misplaced.
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Regatta Jacket Slashed to £54.40, Keeps Wearers Warm and Dry
The Marron Waterproof Insulated Jacket by Regatta, praised by shoppers for warmth in torrential rain and minus temperatures, is now reduced to £54.40 with a discount code.
B&M Reviews Heron Foods as Chain Underperforms
B&M has launched a further review of its frozen food arm Heron Foods after admitting the 340-store chain is dragging down performance, with a second profit warning in three months.
Wetherspoons to Open 15 New Pubs - Six Confirmed
JD Wetherspoon announces plans to open 15 new pubs by summer, with six already launched this year including London Bridge and Edinburgh locations, despite profit warnings.
Coffee Chain Shuts Brighton and Hove Cafes
Down To Earth Coffee has made the painful decision to permanently close its cafes in Brighton and Hove, leaving loyal customers devastated and sharing heartfelt tributes online.
Young's Targets FTSE 250 with Main Market Switch
Wandsworth-based pub operator Young's announces plans to leave London's AIM market for the main exchange, targeting FTSE 250 entry with its £450m valuation.
TSB Offers £230 Bonus for Account Switching
TSB is offering customers up to £230 in rewards for switching to its Spend and Save current account, with bonuses available through March 2026.
River Island Closing 18 More UK Stores This Week
River Island is closing 18 more UK stores this week as part of its restructuring plan, bringing total closures this month to 33. The fashion chain aims to secure rent reductions to save over 140 branches.
Merthyr BID Chair Appointment & Cardiff Board Recruitment
Ryan Owen of RJM Solicitors becomes chair of Merthyr's Business Improvement District, while FOR Cardiff opens board applications to the public for the first time.
Surrey Chambers Launches 2026 with Events and Skills Drive
Surrey Chambers of Commerce begins 2026 with networking events for women and members, plus digital skills resources, amid business confidence concerns.
Dunelm's £14 Reversible Bedding Gets Rave Reviews
Dunelm's Zen reversible polycotton bedding set in new green colour receives high praise from customers who say it looks expensive and earns compliments.
Santander Encourages £20 Monthly Investment from Customers
Santander is contacting customers to promote investment education, highlighting accessible options starting from £20 per month through ready-made funds and Stocks and Shares ISAs.
Smartphone Trade-Ins at 1,300 UK Stores for Instant Cash
UK households can now exchange unused smartphones for cash at over 1,300 Timpson stores nationwide through a partnership with MusicMagpie, offering instant valuations and payments.
B&M Third Profit Warning as CEO Warns on Turnaround
Discount retailer B&M has issued its third profit warning since October, cutting earnings guidance to £440m-£475m amid declining UK sales and ongoing transformation efforts.
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£20 Heated Vest Sells Fast as Winter Shoppers Ditch Coats
A heated vest previously priced at £80 is now available for under £20, including a power bank, offering an affordable way to stay warm this winter as sales surge.
HMRC Introduces Points System for Late Tax Returns
HMRC is replacing automatic fines for late self-assessment tax returns with a points-based penalty system, increasing fines to £200 for persistent offenders under new rules.
UK Government Borrowing Drops to £11.6bn
Public sector borrowing decreased by £7.1bn compared to December 2024, but remains historically high, with experts warning about long-term economic risks.
Future Plc Buys SheerLuxe in £40m Deal
Bath-based media giant Future Plc has acquired digital fashion and lifestyle brand SheerLuxe for £40 million, aiming to diversify its audience and enhance content monetisation strategies.
McDonald's loyalty scheme changes spark backlash
McDonald's is increasing the points required for free food in its MyMcDonald's Rewards programme, with customers expressing frustration over the changes set for March.
Brits Losing £623 by Not Switching Savings Accounts
New research reveals 43% of British savers fail to switch accounts for better rates, costing them hundreds in lost interest annually.
Nationwide Cuts Rates on 37 Savings Accounts
Nationwide Building Society is reducing interest rates on 37 savings products, with cuts from 0.15% to 0.25%, effective from February 10, 2026.
£74m Secured for Bristol's Canons Wharf Redevelopment
A £74 million loan will transform Bristol's Grade-II listed Canons Wharf, former Lloyds HQ, into a sustainable mixed-use development with offices, dining, and green amenities.
Kitwave Agrees £251m Takeover by US Private Equity
North East-based wholesaler Kitwave has accepted a £251m takeover bid from US private equity firm OEP, marking a new chapter for the business that began in 1987.
Barclays Moves European HQ from Dublin to Paris
Barclays Europe has initiated formal legal processes to relocate its headquarters from Dublin to Paris following a strategic review, affecting over 20 million customers across the continent.
UK Borrowing Hits £140.4bn, Exceeding OBR Forecast
Official figures reveal UK public sector borrowing reached £140.4bn this financial year, exceeding OBR forecasts amid ongoing fiscal challenges for Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Millions Overpaying Tax on Pensions, Experts Warn
Millions of UK households are paying excessive tax to HMRC by failing to claim pension tax relief, with the self-assessment deadline approaching on January 31.
Nationwide's 30-Month 0% Balance Transfer Card Launch
Nationwide Building Society introduces its longest-ever 30-month interest-free balance transfer credit card offer, extending flexibility for customers managing finances amid cost-of-living pressures.
Slingsby Gin Maker Enters Administration in Harrogate
Spirit of Harrogate Limited, the company behind the popular Slingsby Gin brand, has collapsed into administration, citing rising costs and difficult trading conditions affecting the hospitality sector.
Ovo Energy to Pay £2.7m Over Discount Delays
Energy firm Ovo will compensate thousands of customers after delays to government-backed warm home discount payments left vulnerable households without support during winter months.
OVO to Pay £400 After Missing Discount Deadline
Energy supplier OVO will compensate thousands of customers with £400 payments after failing to deliver Warm Home Discount rebates on time, with regulator Ofgem calling the delays unacceptable.
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