Older motorists in the UK will see Vehicle Excise Duty fees rise from April 2026, with increases affecting both new and pre-2001 vehicles, plus a luxury car surcharge adjustment for electric cars.
Santander is shutting down 26 high street branches across the UK by the end of May, with Birmingham among the affected areas. The closures follow a trend of digital banking growth, putting 291 jobs at risk.
Sole traders and landlords earning over £50,000 must submit quarterly digital tax updates by August 7 or face £200 fines under new Making Tax Digital rules.
NatWest is shutting 15 UK branches in May 2026 as part of a wider closure plan affecting 37 locations, citing increased customer preference for online and mobile banking services.
Ofgem has issued a critical three-word warning to protect energy customers from sophisticated scammers impersonating the regulator. The watchdog reveals common tactics and urges immediate action.
Barclays has issued an urgent warning to all customers about direct debit scams on social media, advising vigilance against offers that seem too good to be true.
Nationwide Building Society, with branches in Birmingham, is set to announce its £100 Fairer Share bonus for 2026 next month. Members who meet eligibility criteria could receive the payment in June.
The OECD's 2026 report criticizes the UK's tax system, highlighting a 60% effective marginal rate for earners between £100,000 and £125,140, which discourages work and hampers economic growth.
HMRC is urging state pensioners to claim the marriage allowance tax break, which could save eligible couples up to £252 annually. Over 2.1 million couples currently benefit, but millions more may be missing out.
HMRC has issued a warning about tax record checks starting in June, with updates on refunds and tax code adjustments for taxpayers. Learn about automatic recalculations and how to check for overpayments.
UK households may be missing out on £1,000 per year from HMRC through the Lifetime ISA, with many unaware of this government support for first-time buyers.
UK households are being alerted to a significant inheritance tax shake-up coming in April 2027, which will include unused pensions in estate valuations. Experts advise careful planning to mitigate potential 40% tax liabilities.
Financial experts highlight that investing your annual ISA allowance early in the tax year, rather than at the end, could increase your portfolio value by nearly £17,000 over a decade, based on historical data analysis.
A baffled customer received a £571 bill from British Gas for a flat they never owned or lived in, prompting intervention from The Guardian newspaper to resolve the address mix-up.
Nationwide Building Society has issued a clarification regarding biometric authentication for mobile app users who switch to new devices, confirming a re-qualification process with no fixed timeframe.
Lloyds Bank has issued new guidance for customers after discontinuing a major cheque service, detailing alternative methods including mobile app deposits, Post Office use, and postal banking.
The Department for Work and Pensions has clarified tax rules for pensioners after the Triple Lock increase, confirming those with only Basic or New State Pension will pay no income tax this year and next.
Major energy suppliers including British Gas, OVO, EON, and Octopus Energy are offering financial support packages worth up to £1,700 to help customers struggling with prepayment meter debt across the UK.
A list of 23 popular electric cars that avoid the new Expensive Car Supplement tax, as the threshold rises to £50,000, saving owners up to £425 annually.
Nationwide Building Society is set to announce free £100 bonus payments for millions of customers in May, with the Fairer Share scheme likely returning for 2026.
Santander is closing 27 branches across the UK in May 2026, including four in the West Midlands, as part of a broader shift toward digital banking services announced earlier this year.
Lloyds Bank has issued a clarification regarding its 30-day deposit rule for fixed rate ISAs, following customer confusion over adding funds in new tax years.
Money expert Martin Lewis explains how searching for car insurance quotes 26 days before renewal can cut costs by nearly half, based on analysis of millions of quotes.
Millions of households with British Gas, Octopus, and Eon will see energy bills fall by £117 annually due to government measures shifting green charges, though this relief may be short-lived as prices are forecast to rise again from July.
Financial expert Martin Lewis recommends a 'pound-cost averaging' tactic to mitigate risk when investing in stocks and shares ISAs during economic turmoil triggered by global conflicts.
HMRC's Marriage Allowance enables couples to transfer £1,260 of Personal Allowance, potentially reducing tax by up to £252 annually. Eligibility requires one partner earning below £12,570.
UK couples can increase their tax-free Personal Allowance to £16,320 each by sharing income from the rent-a-room scheme, as HMRC rules allow splitting the £7,500 tax-free earnings threshold.
Santander introduces a 4.5% interest Cash ISA for the new tax year, offering vouchers up to £400 for deposits over £100,000, with a £50 bonus for £10,000 deposits.
Quiver Delivery LTD has entered liquidation, with joint liquidators appointed. This follows the recent collapse of Winn & Pepworth, marking a turbulent period for the UK delivery sector.
NatWest is notifying customers about a shift in how it processes biometric data, moving from consent to 'legitimate interests' for security purposes. No action is required from customers.