Reeves Confirms £2,270 VED Charge for Cars After April 2017
Rachel Reeves confirms £2,270 Vehicle Excise Duty for cars registered after April 2017 in the 10th of 13 tax bands, with top rates up to £5,690.
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Lloyds Profits Surge as Income Forecast Raised
Lloyds Banking Group reports 33% Q1 profit rise to £2bn, raises net interest income forecast above £14.9bn amid Middle East conflict and higher interest rates.
DVLA Revokes 19,700 Licenses Over Vision Issues
DVLA cancels 19,700 driving licences due to poor eyesight as crashes linked to vision rise 26%. Confused.com urges regular eye tests, as government considers mandatory checks for older drivers.
Barclays and Lloyds Offer £200 Switching Bonuses
Barclays and Lloyds are offering £200 cash incentives to new customers who switch current accounts, with strict conditions and deadlines. MSE advises checking requirements carefully.
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Three UK Banks Pay £40 Goodwill to 80,000 Customers
Over 80,000 Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland customers may receive £40 after a data glitch allowed others to see their transactions.
Rachel Reeves fuel duty hike could cost families £150 a year
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash over plans to increase fuel duty by 5p, potentially costing families £150 per year and hauliers £2,000, amid Middle East tensions.
Six Free Agents Blues and Rivals Will Battle For
Birmingham City face competition for Dan Neil, Karl Darlow, Dael Fry, Josh Laurent, Jefferson Lerma, and Ross Stewart this summer.
Cyber Resilience: A Business Priority, Not Just IT
Dan Giannasi, detective inspector at the North West Cyber Resilience Centre, argues that businesses must treat cybersecurity as a core business function, not just an IT concern, ahead of DTX Manchester.
UK households risk £348 extra on energy bills from July
Households on standard tariffs could pay £348 more annually for energy from July, as the price cap rises 12%. Fixed deals offer savings of up to £384 for high-use homes.
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Mum's McDonald's Hack Gets You a Meal for £2.99
A mum shares a simple McDonald's receipt hack that lets you grab a Big Mac and fries for only £2.99 after completing a quick survey.
Russell and Bromley shuts 33 stores after administration
Russell and Bromley closed 33 shops and nine concessions after Next bought the brand and three stores in a £2.5m deal, resulting in job losses.
Hundreds of Nectar Points Instantly with Simple Trick
Sainsbury's shoppers can earn hundreds of Nectar points instantly by linking their Marriott Bonvoy account. The trick was shared on Reddit, and many users confirmed it works.
Octopus Energy CEO Replies to Martin Lewis Over May 1 Change
Octopus Energy CEO Greg Jackson responds after Martin Lewis warned that the May 1 price change on Octopus Go tariff 'didn't sound great'. Jackson defends the increase.
Luggage Set Under £45 on Amazon
This stylish three-piece luggage set from Kono, including a suitcase, weekend bag and toiletry bag, is on sale for less than £45 on Amazon.
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Corner Sofa Under £470: Designer Style at ShopHomeStyle
Discover the Dunelm Compact Corner Chaise Sofa at ShopHomeStyle for under £470. Designer bouclé fabric, reversible chaise, solid wood frame – affordable luxury for small spaces.
IQE Secures £81m Funding for Growth Plans
Leading Welsh tech firm IQE has secured an £81m investment package, including £30m from US semiconductor manufacturer MACOM, to support growth and conclude a strategic review.
HMRC Warns Over £50k Earners: August 7 Tax Deadline
HMRC reminds self-employed and landlords earning over £50,000 to sign up for Making Tax Digital by August 7 to avoid penalties.
Blues Season Ticket Prices Rise as Renewal Window Opens
Birmingham City have confirmed season ticket price increases ahead of the renewal window opening on April 29. Fans face £30 rises in popular sections.
Taylor Wimpey Warns of Rising Housebuilding Costs
Taylor Wimpey warns build cost inflation will be low to mid-single digit for 2026 as Middle East conflict drives energy prices, impacting supply chain and shares.
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AI Can Help Welsh Firms Turn Ambition into Sustained Growth
Giles Thorley, CEO of Development Bank of Wales, argues that AI offers practical opportunities for Welsh businesses to boost productivity and innovation, urging a balanced approach to adoption.
Last Chance for £200 Sky Broadband Credit: Deals End Soon
Sky offers up to £200 switching credit on Full Fibre broadband, with 150Mbps and 900Mbps plans at low prices. Deals expire within hours.
Swedish Giant NIBE Acquires UK's Oldest Electric Heating Firm
Cardiff-based Elmatic, one of the UK's oldest industrial electric heating element manufacturers, has been acquired by Swedish corporate giant NIBE Industrier AB.
Virgin Money Cuts Mortgage Rates by Up to 0.45%
Virgin Money reduces fixed mortgage rates by up to 0.45%, sparking market confidence. Experts urge borrowers to act quickly amid ongoing uncertainty.
60 PL Free Agents Aston Villa Could Target After Stones Exit
John Stones will leave Manchester City as a free agent. Aston Villa, who have excelled in the free market, could target any of 60 Premier League players available this summer.
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Manchester Office Market Resilient in Q1 Driven by SME Deals
Manchester's office market shows resilience in Q1 2026 with 286,000 sq ft take-up, driven by SME deals. Larger transactions expected later in the year.
DWP confirms £150 bonus for ESA and JSA claimants
DWP expands Warm Home Discount to include ESA and JSA claimants, offering £150 off energy bills for six million households this winter.
Nationwide Partners with PayPoint for Cash Deposits
Nationwide Building Society partners with PayPoint, allowing members to deposit up to £300 daily at over 3,000 locations across the UK, expanding cash management options.
Pacifica Acquires Repaircare to Boost UK Repair Network
Pacifica Group acquires Repaircare from Screwfix Spares, adding 80,000 annual repairs and expanding its national service capability across the UK.
DVLA Warning: Drivers Over 70 Must Renew Licence Every 3 Years
The DVLA has issued a warning for drivers aged 70 or over to renew their driving licence every three years, with online renewal taking just one week.
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Villa's Dobbin aims for top level after Preston loan
Lewis Dobbin, on loan from Aston Villa to Preston, wants to avoid a 'backwards step' and play at the highest level. He has scored 10 goals and added 8 assists this season.
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