A major UK funeral firm has collapsed into administration, leaving 46,000 families out of pocket. Two men have been charged with conspiracy to defraud over the Safe Hands pre-paid scheme failure.
Campaigner James Daley launches £1.5 billion legal action against Apple, claiming hidden fees on Apple Pay have harmed 50 million UK consumers through increased banking costs.
New DWP figures reveal men have 75% more in private pensions than women by age 60, with a £56,000 median difference. Experts warn of a 'pensions timebomb'.
UK savers are being urged to move quickly for the best deals, with over 1,400 savings accounts currently offering rates that beat inflation, about half of which are fixed-rate bonds.
Barclays announces a multi-year strategic partnership with global financial platform FactSet, aiming to deliver advanced data-driven solutions for millions of customers worldwide.
Nationwide Building Society confirms major interest rate reductions across 37 savings products from 10 February 2026, following Bank of England base rate cuts, urging savers to compare alternatives.
Martin Lewis warns over five million risk immediate £100 fines and 7.75% interest on unpaid tax as the January 31 Self Assessment deadline approaches.
Plates4Less reveals record-breaking sales of ultra-rare private number plates, including '15 LAM' at £156k, defining the new 'Hyper Plate' category in the UK market.
The Serious Fraud Office has charged two former executives with conspiracy to defraud after the collapse of Safe Hands funeral plans, affecting 46,000 customers.
Experts reveal that increasing pension contributions by just 1% could boost retirement savings by up to £23,000, helping millions of UK workers avoid a basic retirement shortfall.
New HMRC figures show inheritance tax receipts have risen to £6.6 billion while capital gains tax has fallen to £13.6 billion, with experts warning of further IHT increases ahead.
HSBC warns customers about rising ticket fraud as scammers target festival, concert and sports fans with too-good-to-be-true deals on social media.
A probate notice for Adrian Gerald Stone of Plymouth invites creditors and interested parties to submit claims by March 17, 2026, as published in The Herald and Public Notice Portal.
Nationwide Building Society is reducing interest rates on multiple savings accounts from February 10, prompting financial experts to recommend customers compare alternatives to maximise returns.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Cash ISA tax-free limit will drop from £20,000 to £12,000 in 2027, prompting financial experts to urge immediate account reviews.
Which? investigation reveals major online retailers making unsubstantiated weight-loss claims about supplements, with over 50 listings removed following intervention.
New data reveals millions of UK households may be significantly underinsured on home contents, leaving them vulnerable to substantial financial losses after incidents like fire or burglary.
The Department for Work and Pensions addresses a petition demanding faster, electronic pension transfers, citing the need to balance efficiency with robust fraud protections.
Motorists across Britain are being targeted by fraudulent 'ghost brokers' on platforms like Instagram and Facebook, selling fake car insurance that leaves drivers unprotected and facing severe penalties.
Global stock markets surged after former US President Donald Trump announced he would not impose planned tariffs on eight European nations including the UK, following NATO talks about Greenland.
TSB is offering customers up to £230 in rewards for switching to its Spend and Save current account, with bonuses available through March 2026.
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.
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.
Public sector borrowing decreased by £7.1bn compared to December 2024, but remains historically high, with experts warning about long-term economic risks.
New research reveals 43% of British savers fail to switch accounts for better rates, costing them hundreds in lost interest annually.
Nationwide Building Society is reducing interest rates on 37 savings products, with cuts from 0.15% to 0.25%, effective from February 10, 2026.
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.
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 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 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.