Nationwide Responds to Cheque Service Complaint
Nationwide issues update after a customer criticised its cheque deposit process, urging the bank to modernise. The bank advises cheques can be paid in at branches, ATMs, or by post.
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Lidl's Most Ambitious Store Expansion Plan for UK
Lidl reveals Spring 2026 wish list of target locations to expand its 1,000-store estate, seeking freehold or leasehold sites with finder's fee. Aiming to bring affordable products to more communities.
Bosch Pressure Washer Drops to £59.95 in Amazon Deal
Get the Bosch EasyAquatak 110 pressure washer for £59.95, down from £89.99. This compact 1300W device with 110 bar pressure is rated 4.5 stars by thousands.
Santander Writes to All 28 Million Customers After TSB Takeover
Santander has completed its £2.65bn takeover of TSB, creating the UK's third largest bank. The bank is writing to all 28 million customers to inform them of the merger.
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Finsbury Food Acquires Healthy Snack Brand Flower & White
Finsbury Food Group acquires Flower & White, a Telford-based healthy snack maker, to boost its direct-to-consumer market and healthier snacking portfolio.
Davies on Knighthead's View of Blues Season
Chris Davies discusses Knighthead's impression of Birmingham City's Championship season, lessons learned, and the need for more goals to challenge at the top.
AI Job Apocalypse or Overblown? DTX Manchester Debate
Experts at DTX Manchester debate whether AI will eliminate jobs, how to train young workers, and the risks of over-reliance on cheap AI technology.
Octopus Energy's Landmark Deal to Remove 50M Tonnes CO₂
Octopus Energy announces a landmark US deal to remove up to 50 million tonnes of CO₂, equivalent to New York City's annual emissions, benefiting all 10 million customers.
Barclays New Premier Planning Service for High Earners
Barclays introduces a new Planning and Advice service for Premier customers with £150,000 to invest, offering free initial reviews and dedicated wealth managers.
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Lloyds Bank Warns Customers as Business Confidence Falls
Lloyds Bank warns that business confidence fell 11 points to 44% in April, affecting over one million UK customers due to global uncertainty, including the Iran war and Middle East conflict.
NatWest First UK Bank to Offer Mortgage Guidance on ChatGPT
NatWest becomes the first UK bank to offer home-buying and remortgaging guidance via ChatGPT, integrating with the AI platform to provide personalised mortgage options and affordability checks.
Persimmon Warns of Cost Inflation as Housing Demand Softens
Persimmon flags rising supply costs due to Iran conflict and softening demand, though forward sales are up 7% to £1.8bn. Share price rises 2%.
Tesco New £10 Cap Rule at 600 Petrol Stations Friday
Tesco and Barclays launch a fuel cashback offer: 5% back on purchases up to £200, capped at £10 per month, at over 600 Tesco petrol stations from May 1 to July 31.
Wales Must Redirect Call Centre Knowhow Amid AI Shift
Emma Northcote of Perago urges the next Welsh Government to treat call centre workers' tacit knowledge as an asset, not a cost, as AI reshapes the sector.
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Datamatics Expands AI Operations with US Insurtech Firm
Datamatics expands its engagement with a US insurtech firm, adding AI-led claims, underwriting, and collections to existing customer services for small business insurance.
Wales needs IP-led innovation, not grants, to close fiscal gap
Frank Holmes argues Wales must build an IP-rich economy like Estonia, using co-investment and infrastructure to close a £14-16bn structural deficit.
KAYAK Launches 'Ask AI' for Easier Travel Planning
KAYAK introduces Ask AI, a conversational travel planning tool that combines AI chat with live search results for flights, hotels, and car rentals, simplifying summer trip booking.
Lloyds Bank Named Best UK Bank to Work For in 2026
Lloyds Bank, serving 28 million customers and with Birmingham branches, has been ranked the number one bank to work for in the UK by LinkedIn's Top Companies 2026 list.
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.
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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.
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.
Bath Spinout Secures €4.1m EU Funding for Microplastic Solution
Naturbeads, a University of Bath spinout, has secured €4.1m in EU funding to build a production plant in Italy, advancing its biodegradable alternative to microplastics.
EO.N and OVO Energy merger talks for top supplier
EO.N and OVO Energy are in merger talks to create Britain's biggest energy supplier, surpassing British Gas and Octopus Energy. EDF and Utility Warehouse also show interest.
Lloyds Bank Expands AI Team for Customer Benefit
Lloyds Bank is advancing its AI strategy with new hires to ensure safe, responsible deployment, aiming to improve customer experiences and operational efficiency.
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Barclays Launches Investment Readiness Index for UK
Barclays has launched a new biannual Investment Readiness Index to measure UK investment culture and identify opportunities to grow confidence and participation among potential investors.
Awen Oncology Gets Seven-Figure Funding Boost
Awen Oncology, a spinout from Bangor and Cardiff universities, secures seven-figure funding led by Dr Urs Spitz to advance cancer therapeutics and create high-value jobs in Wales.
Nationwide cuts mortgage rates and offers £500 cashback
Nationwide Building Society reduces mortgage rates by up to 0.25% for first-time buyers and home movers, effective Friday. New lowest rate is 4.50%, with £500 cashback available.
Fintel Sells Two Businesses for £1M in Simplification
Fintel sells Gateway Surveying and APS Legal to former director Neil Stevens for £1m, focusing on core software and data strategy.
GC Angels Invests £1.87m in Four Firms, Backing Founders
Manchester's GC Angels has led four investments worth £1.87m, including two through the Venture Forward accelerator supporting underrepresented founders in the North.
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Cardiff Medtech Firm Alesi Surgical Gets £7m Investment Boost
Cardiff-based Alesi Surgical has closed a £7 million funding round led by IW Capital to expand its innovative surgical smoke management technology, which addresses hazards in operating theatres globally.
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