Category : Finance Banking


HMRC Rule Change Creates IHT 'Time Bomb' for Farmers

A new HMRC rule change effective April 6, 2026, will restrict Agricultural and Business Property Reliefs for farmers, potentially forcing families to sell generational land to cover inheritance tax liabilities.

Bank Wins Customers by Bringing Back Human Touch

Allica Bank is achieving remarkable growth by combining advanced technology with personal relationship managers, challenging the impersonal norms of modern banking with transparent rewards and rapid onboarding.

Middle East War Adds £12bn to UK Interest Bill

The escalating conflict in the Middle East has increased the UK's national interest bill by approximately £12 billion as Gilt yields surge, experts warn of a 'war tax' effect on taxpayers.

Bank of England Holds Rate at 3.75% Over Middle East Fears

The Bank of England has maintained its base interest rate at 3.75% due to uncertainty from the Middle East conflict, which could impact UK inflation. Governor Andrew Bailey warns of rising energy costs and potential effects on mortgages and savings.

New £100 Contactless Payment Limit Starts March 19

Banks can now raise the contactless card payment limit to £100 from March 19, as confirmed by the Financial Conduct Authority. While fraud risks remain low, customers are advised to set personal limits for security.

Nationwide: Move £100 by March 31 for Bonus

Nationwide Building Society members are urged to transfer at least £100 into savings and use their current account before March 31 to qualify for potential £100 Fairer Share loyalty payments this summer.

HSBC May Cut 20,000 Jobs in AI Restructuring

HSBC's CEO Georges Elhedery announces plans to shrink middle and back offices, potentially eliminating 10% of the workforce through AI integration and business exits over 3-5 years.

UK Banks Hand Out Up to £500 in Free Payments to Customers

Lloyds, Barclays, Santander, First Direct, NatWest, and The Co-operative Bank are providing customers with free cash payments ranging from £150 to £500 through various switching offers and account incentives. Eligibility criteria and application details a

ISA Savers Warned of 'Loyalty Penalty' Trap Beyond April 2026

Financial experts caution UK savers about the 'biggest trap' of ISA loyalty penalties, urging vigilance beyond the April deadline as Middle East conflict reshapes interest rate forecasts and competitive deals may emerge later in the season.

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