British Gas, EDF, Utility Warehouse Offer £100 Boost
Blue Light Card members in 21 professions can get up to £100 off energy bills from providers like EDF, British Gas, and Utility Warehouse before the new Ofgem price cap.
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Martin Lewis Warns BA Customers Over Visa Overcharging
Martin Lewis warns British Airways customers are being overcharged for travel visas via a third-party tool on BA's website, with fees up to double official costs.
Nationwide Cuts £100 Bonus to £55 for Some Customers
Nationwide Building Society reduces its £100 Fairer Share payment to £55 for some recipients, with tax implications under HMRC rules. Customers express mixed reactions.
DWP Confirms £965 State Pension for Scottish Pensioners
DWP and Social Security Scotland confirm £965 payments for new state pensioners in Scotland by Monday, despite bank holiday closures.
DWP £740 State Pension for Pre-1953 Pensioners
DWP confirms state pension payments of up to £740 for those born before 1953 will be made on Monday despite a Scottish bank holiday for the World Cup.
HR Warns SMEs of Rising Tribunal Risk as Backlog Hits 500k
A leading HR firm warns that small and medium-sized businesses face increasing employment tribunal risks as the UK backlog surpasses half a million cases.
DWP Confirms New Sick Pay Rule for Benefits Claimants
The DWP has confirmed a new sick pay rule removing the lower earnings limit and waiting period, benefiting millions of low-income workers and benefits claimants.
State Pensioners Face DWP Holiday Rule or Lose Pay
State pensioners must obey a strict holiday rule from the DWP or risk losing Pension Credit payments worth up to £4,300 annually. Learn about the four-week limit abroad.
UK National Living Wage Hiked 4.1% to £12.71
Millions of UK workers see a £900 annual pay rise as the National Living Wage increases by 4.1% to £12.71 per hour from April 2026, with further rises for younger workers.
Reform UK Proposes £60k VAT Threshold Rise for Small Firms
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has pledged to raise the VAT threshold from £90,000 to £150,000, benefiting 320,000 sole traders and small businesses in what he calls a boost for 'alarm clock Britain'.
Walsall mum launches hair oil business after doctors dismissed symptoms
Estel Jennings, a teacher from Walsall, started Idyllic Hair and Skin after being laughed at by doctors when seeking help for perimenopause symptoms like hair loss and brain fog.
Nationwide £100 Fairer Share Payment: Eligibility and Timing
Over 370,000 people in the West Midlands will receive Nationwide's £100 Fairer Share payment. Find out eligibility, payment dates, and regional breakdown.
NatWest Warns 20M Customers of Summer Ticket Scams
NatWest warns all 20 million customers about ticket scams, with 87% of losses linked to music, holidays, and football. Average loss is £200 per person.
Codsall staff strike over 22% pay cut amid financial pressures
School staff at Codsall Multi-Academy Trust in South Staffordshire are striking over proposals that could see some lose up to 22% of their salary. The NEU says pay protection talks have stalled.
Petition: New £6,285 Tax-Free Allowance for Second Jobs
A petition urges the UK government to introduce a £6,285 tax-free allowance for second-job income, potentially benefiting over one million households.
New UK sick leave rule: Three-day change for all workers
From April 2026, UK workers benefit from Statutory Sick Pay changes: no earnings threshold, no three-day waiting period, and pay from day one at 80% of average earnings.
Millions Unaware of Cost of Living Support for Bills
Millions of UK households miss out on bill support as debt tops £7 billion. NAO report reveals low awareness of social tariffs and urges regulators to improve consumer help.
Retail Giants Demand Action on Youth Joblessness
Bosses of M&S, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Asda write to PM Starmer warning the 'ladder of opportunity' for young people is wobbling, calling for a joint taskforce.
HMRC £250 Gift Rule: Advice for Families and Friends
HMRC confirms rules on gifting money to family and friends, including the £250 exemption, annual allowances, and inheritance tax implications.
Driving Instructor Backs New Test Booking Rules
A driving instructor explains why the DVSA's new rules, limiting test swaps to nearby centres, are a positive change to reduce the backlog and prevent no-shows.
Car Finance Payouts May Be Delayed Three Years, FCA Warns
Legal challenges to the motor finance compensation scheme could delay payouts of £829 for drivers by up to three years, the Financial Conduct Authority has warned.
Drivers Over 70 Risk Licence Loss in 56 Days Under DVLA Rule
Drivers over 70 face losing their licence in 56 days due to DVLA delays processing medical conditions. Elderly motorists report distress and safety concerns.
Bonya Baby Formula Axed from UK Supermarkets in July
Kendamil discontinues Bonya First Infant Milk due to low sales, leaving parents angry. The affordable formula will vanish from shelves by July 2026.
Cyclist, 61, to ride 200 miles for homeless charity
Mark Skinner, 61, will cycle 200 miles from Blackpool to Skegness in one day on June 20, 2026, to raise funds for Roundabout, a Sheffield homeless charity supporting young people.
Garage Parkers Face Surprise £54 Car Insurance Charge
UK households parking cars in garages face a surprise £54 extra on insurance premiums, with average costs hitting £647, according to Go.Compare data.
M&S Training Scheme for 1,000 Young People Aged 18-24
Marks and Spencer creates 1,000 jobs for 18-24 year olds with a six-month training scheme to tackle youth unemployment, inspired by the Milburn report.
Boost Your Credit Score Fast: 6 Simple Steps
Registering to vote, paying bills on time, and keeping credit utilisation low are key. Expert tips from MoneySuperMarket help you boost your credit score quickly.
HSBC Offers £1,500 Cashback to First-Time Buyers
HSBC has reduced selected mortgage rates by up to 0.29 percentage points and is offering £1,500 cashback to first-time buyers, aiming to help them onto the property ladder.
Young Drivers Risk £1,000 Fines Over Licence Mistakes
Drivers aged 18-27 face fines up to £1,000 and 6 penalty points for incorrect licence details. A survey reveals many have wrong addresses or outdated information.
DWP Pays £114 Weekly to 200,000 High-Income Households
Nearly 200,000 households earning over £100,000 receive PIP disability benefits worth up to £114.60 weekly, sparking calls for means-testing.
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