The marriage allowance allows couples to increase their tax-free personal allowance to £13,830, potentially saving £252 annually. Eligible households can backdate claims for four years.
The Lloyds Bank branch at New Street and Corporation Street will close for two months from May 1, leaving only two of the four prominent corner units operational.
HMRC may issue tax bills to savers with as little as £3,500 in fixed-rate accounts, as banks report interest earnings. Basic and higher rate taxpayers have different allowances.
Santander is closing 40 high street branches across the UK by the end of May, with 291 jobs at risk, as the bank shifts focus to digital banking due to changing customer habits.
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The Resolution Foundation warns UK families will be £500 worse off due to the extended freeze on personal tax allowances, with energy price hikes compounding financial strain.
Barclays has increased interest rates on its ISA products, with top accounts now offering up to 4.4%. The move provides a significant boost for savers amid market volatility.
NatWest has announced the closure of 37 branches across the UK, with most shutting by June 2026. Banking hubs will replace many locations to support in-person services.
FirstRand announces departure from UK after regulator mandates £829 average payouts in car finance scandal, while rival Close Brothers faces £320 million compensation costs.
Investors who max out their stocks and shares ISA allowance at the start of the financial year could be £83,000 better off compared to end-of-year investing, according to new calculations.
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Millions of UK workers will receive P800 letters from HMRC in the coming days, potentially refunding an average of £689 due to tax overpayments from incorrect codes.
Mortgage costs have surged in April due to Middle East tensions, but forecasts suggest only one base rate rise in autumn. Experts urge borrowers to monitor rates closely.
Mortgage rates have surged since the Iran war began, with some homeowners seeing monthly payments rise by up to £151. Experts warn of potential further increases.
Close Brothers estimates a £320m cost from the FCA's motor finance redress scheme, with analysts predicting further legal battles are highly likely as industry uncertainty persists.
HMRC is writing to sole traders and landlords earning over £50,000 about the new Making Tax Digital system, requiring quarterly digital reports from April 2026.
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Elderly state pensioners born before 1953 are facing potential HMRC penalties due to conflicting guidance on calculating taxable pension amounts, with experts warning of unnecessary complexity in self-assessment returns.
Royal Mail increases first-class stamps to £1.80 and second-class to 91p, citing declining letter volumes and more addresses. Martin Lewis advised stocking up before the rise.
Thousands of company car drivers face increased Benefit-in-Kind tax rates up to 37% as HMRC introduces new rules this week, affecting petrol, diesel, and electric vehicles.
UK households earning over £50,000 face increased scrutiny as HMRC launches Making Tax Digital, requiring digital record-keeping and quarterly updates for sole traders and landlords.
Analysis reveals households earning £66,000 to £114,000 will be £29,114 worse off due to frozen income tax thresholds, with experts warning of a heavy toll on middle earners.
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First Direct is providing a £100 cash reward to customers who deposit or transfer £10,000 into a new Cash ISA by May 4, 2026, with additional incentives for current account switchers.
Drivers aged 70 and over can significantly reduce car insurance premiums by accurately estimating their annual mileage, as new data reveals they average just 1,665 miles per year.
The Financial Conduct Authority urges drivers to complain now to receive part of the £7.5 billion car loan compensation scheme sooner, with 12.1 million contracts eligible.
Santander confirms 13 bank branches will close across the UK in April 2026, part of 58 closures planned through 2028, putting approximately 291 jobs at risk. The closures reflect a shift toward digital banking, with Community Bankers and Banking Hubs to r
Drivers can save 5p per litre on fuel at over 1,200 Esso stations by redeeming 300 Nectar points, as petrol prices surge across the UK.
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Nearly 900,000 higher-rate taxpayers and 1.42 million basic-rate taxpayers face imminent HMRC tax bills on savings interest exceeding tax-free allowances, with average bills reaching £2,030 and £641 respectively.
The UK government has confirmed the 2027 bank holiday dates, creating a three-day working week over Christmas due to substitute holidays, allowing for a 10-day break with minimal time off.
Virgin Money CEO Chris Rhodes will retire in September as Nationwide finalizes its £2.9 billion acquisition, creating the UK's second-largest retail bank.
From April 6, 2026, dividend tax rates increase by two percentage points, with basic rate taxpayers facing a jump from 8.75% to 10.75%, potentially costing thousands an extra £600 per year.
HMRC has abolished the home working tax allowance affecting 300,000 UK workers, resulting in tax increases up to £124 annually. The change takes effect from April 6, 2026.
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HMRC is implementing significant Gift Aid rule changes starting this week, automatically removing certain tax reliefs from PAYE codes when deemed inaccurate or outdated. UK households are warned to review their tax codes and donation documentation careful
