Category : Finance Banking


Labour Updates ISA Limits Ahead of 2027 Tax Allowance Cuts

The Labour Party Government has announced changes to ISA allowances, reducing the Cash ISA limit to £12,000 from £20,000. Help to Buy ISA property limits remain unchanged, while Lifetime ISAs are highlighted as an alternative for first-time buyers.

Santander Takes Over TSB in £2.65 Billion Deal

Santander has agreed to acquire TSB for £2.65 billion, creating the UK's third largest bank with nearly 28 million customers. The deal is pending regulatory approval and expected to complete by late 2026.

Halifax £2,995 Cash Deposit Limit Rule Alert

Halifax customers are being reminded of a strict £2,995 cash deposit limit at self-service machines, with alternative options available at counters, Post Offices, and via app payments.

HMRC Tax Letters: 1.4 Million Face £641 Savings Bills

HMRC data reveals a dramatic 132% increase in basic rate taxpayers facing savings interest tax, with over 1.4 million receiving letters demanding an average of £641. Pensioners are particularly affected as frozen thresholds pull more into the tax net.

Banks Pay £500, £400, £200 in New Switching Offers

Lloyds Bank, Barclays, and Santander are launching new current account switching bonuses, with payments of £500, £400, and £200 respectively. These offers, highlighted by MoneySavingExpert, target both high earners and broader audiences, featuring cash in

Nationwide's Final Warning to Customers Before March 4

Nationwide Building Society has issued a final warning to customers about the withdrawal of its £175 switching incentive at 11:59pm on March 4, 2026. The society has led switching gains for four consecutive quarters.

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