Primark has introduced a new minimum hourly wage of £13 for retail assistants across England, Scotland, and Wales, with London staff receiving £13.71. The change includes existing benefits like a 15% discount.
Freelancers and company directors face significant tax increases as dividend rates rise from April 2026, with higher earners potentially paying £1,400 more annually.
Marks & Spencer announces the closure of 14 in-store cafeterias across the UK in 2026, impacting branches in Staffordshire, Cheshire, Yorkshire, and more, as part of a strategic shift to expand food offerings.
Labour government introduces updated statutory pay rates for maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave from April 5, 2026, including key changes to qualifying periods and daily rates.
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The National Exhibition Centre has received planning approval for a temporary summer installation featuring an outdoor cinema and children's play equipment on landscaped lawns near Pendigo Lake.
The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces significant changes to zero-hours contracts, including guaranteed hours after regular work and compensation for cancelled shifts.
The Piston Club in Stratford-upon-Avon has permanently banned an influencer for alleged bullying and derogatory comments, encouraging other establishments to implement similar measures.
Households under 65 are warned that the 2026/27 tax year is the last opportunity to use the full £20,000 ISA allowance before it's reduced to £12,000. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has protected pensioners from the cut.
UK house prices increased by 0.9% in March, with annual growth reaching 2.2%. However, economists warn the Middle East conflict could lead to higher mortgage rates and a cooling housing market.
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The historic House of Fraser department store in Birmingham city centre, formerly known as Rackhams, is set to close in late June, with job impacts still unclear.
A popular chenille throw at Dusk is discounted to £18, saving nearly 30%. Shoppers praise its softness and quality, while other retailers offer alternatives like Dunelm and M&S throws.
New research shows UK households can save up to £800 per year by implementing six straightforward financial changes, with designated 'bills bosses' leading the way.
Lidl is launching affordable plug-and-play solar panels in partnership with government initiatives, potentially saving UK households £110 per year on energy bills while supporting net-zero goals.
UK households face increased mortgage costs as average rates rise sharply, with a 0.25% hike potentially adding £430 annually to repayments on a typical £250,000 loan.
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Birmingham's House of Fraser on Corporation Street will shut in late June, closing a chapter that began with Rackhams over a century ago. The store has evolved through administrations and rebrands amid high street challenges.
The KGM Torres Hybrid SUV blends rugged styling with advanced hybrid engineering, offering bold looks, practicality, and efficient performance for urban and motorway driving.
Average car insurance premiums have fallen to £711, the lowest in three years, but experts warn price increases are imminent as costs begin to creep up for many drivers.
Barclays is providing up to £1,000 in free cash bonuses for customers who switch current accounts or transfer ISA savings, with offers available until April 30, 2026.
Marks & Spencer executives report staff are 'worried about coming into work' due to escalating violence and abuse, urging government action on retail crime.
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HMRC has issued a stern warning to UK households about tax avoidance schemes, stating that users will face large unexpected bills, interest, and penalties. The tax authority urges immediate action to settle affairs.
Financial expert Antonia Medlicott reveals stark differences between Cash ISA rates, with savers potentially missing out on thousands in interest by sticking with low-paying accounts.
Major banks Santander, Lloyds, and Halifax are shutting 48 branches across the UK in April and May, citing changing customer preferences and increased digital banking options.
Major inheritance tax reforms will take effect in April 2027, requiring most unused pension funds and death benefits to be included in estate valuations, with new reporting duties for personal representatives.
New research reveals AI tools are disrupting traditional financial search models, putting up to 50% of website traffic at risk for comparison sites like Moneysupermarket and GoCompare.
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Shoppers encounter closing down signs and heavy discounts at Birmingham's iconic House of Fraser department store, with staff expressing sadness as the historic site prepares to shut permanently in late June.
People born between 1965 and 1980 face significant inheritance tax changes as Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to include pensions in estate valuations from April 2027.
Travel website Lastminute.com reveals 17,000 bookings impacted by Middle East conflict, with customers shifting to alternative destinations like the Canary Islands and Sardinia.
The historic House of Fraser store on Corporation Street, formerly known as Rackhams, has begun a massive closing down sale ahead of its permanent closure in late June, marking the end of an era for Birmingham retail.
Welsh Labour's 2026 Senedd manifesto acknowledges economic growth as crucial after years of weak productivity, but questions remain about its credibility and ability to deliver transformative change beyond bureaucratic strategies.
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Wakefield-based CCL Facades, part of Caddick Construction Group, announces ambitious expansion plans targeting a £100m pipeline across the North and Midlands, following significant growth in turnover and project delivery.
