British Gas Energy Trust launches Individuals and Families Fund, providing grants up to £1,700 to help prepayment meter customers clear energy debt, with eligibility extending to non-customers.
National Savings and Investments has introduced Issue 8 of its Green Savings Bonds, offering a fixed interest rate of 3.82% gross/AER over three years to support UK green projects.
OVO Energy has relaunched its OVO Beyond rewards programme as data reveals customers lost over £640 due to financial missteps. The scheme offers discounts, free energy, and exclusive perks.
Santander UK launches competitive fixed-rate ISAs with 4.5% AER and bonus e-vouchers for customers transferring £10,000+ from other providers.
A new HMRC rule change to the tax-free Personal Allowance allocation will cost some UK taxpayers up to £182 per year, primarily affecting investors and landlords.
NS&I has adjusted Premium Bonds rules, reducing the prize fund rate and odds per bond. Financial experts explain the implications for savers and when these bonds remain a viable option.
Birmingham City recorded a pre-tax loss of £34.6 million during their League One title-winning season, with finance expert Kieran Maguire explaining how a sale of the women's team helps compliance.
Personal finance expert Martin Lewis explains how UK households earning under £18,570 can make all savings interest tax-free through combined allowances.
HMRC confirms the tax-free Personal Allowance stays at £12,570 for the upcoming tax year, with thresholds frozen until 2031, impacting household finances through fiscal drag.
HMRC has announced the tax-free Personal Savings Allowance for the 2026/27 tax year, detailing how individuals can earn interest on savings without paying tax based on their income tax band.
Santander has introduced a new global brand initiative called 'Imperfect Beginnings' aimed at its 13 million UK customers, focusing on supporting life's uncertain first steps through real-life storytelling and multi-channel marketing.
The UK's tax-free Personal Allowance can rise to £20,070 by using the Rent-a-Room Scheme, as income tax thresholds remain frozen until 2028, creating fiscal drag for households.
Halifax confirms 28 branch closures in May and June 2026 as part of Lloyds Banking Group's wider restructuring, affecting locations from London to Nottingham.
New HMRC inheritance tax rules targeting inherited farms and family businesses valued at £2.5 million or more have taken effect, with accountants warning of significant challenges for asset-rich but cash-poor operations.
British Gas has released a YouTube video addressing how the Iran war could impact UK energy bills, with potential price rises in July and advice on saving money.
Consumer experts issue a stark warning that mobile phone users paying more than £8 per month are probably being ripped off, with data revealing most people use far less than they pay for.
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.
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.
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.