Lloyds Banking Group has launched a new 'Big Switch Bonanza' offering cash incentives of up to £500 for customers who switch to its Club Lloyds or Premier accounts, plus additional cashback on savings and investments.
Barclays is offering a £400 switching bonus to customers who open a Premier Current Account via the app, complete a full switch by April 30, 2026, and meet strict financial criteria including a £75,000 income or £100,000 in savings.
UK households on benefits like Universal Credit or PIP are being urged to apply for social tariffs on broadband, phone, and TV, potentially saving £250 a year, as Ofcom reports 70% of eligible people are unaware.
Lloyds Banking Group is discontinuing key in-branch services like joint and student account openings, forcing customers online amid further branch closures.
Financial advisors debate whether homeowners should choose two-year or five-year fixed mortgages amid falling interest rates, with potential savings up to £4,000 highlighted.
Sky has emailed broadband customers about updated terms and conditions effective from April 1, 2026, including changes to cancellation policies and guarantees, advising recipients to retain the notice.
Leeds Building Society saw revenues climb to nearly £800 million in 2025, with savings and mortgage balances increasing significantly, despite a slight dip in net profits.
Financial Times editor Claer Barrett shares her top three savings tips, including high-interest accounts from Chase UK, savings bonds, and cash ISAs to maximize returns.
Nationwide reveals customers spend £745 monthly on gambling, with transactions up 7% yearly. The building society warns of risks and offers account blocks.
A major ISA rule change reducing the annual Cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £12,000 in 2027 could drive more Brits toward Premium Bonds. Experts cite safety and accessibility as key factors, despite recent rate cuts and longer odds for prizes.
FTSE 250 firm Rathbones declares ambition to become 'best wealth manager in the UK by far' following a 53.5% profit surge to £152.9m, driven by integrated synergies and growing funds under management.
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.
State pensioners could face income tax on their payments from 2029 as fiscal drag pushes them over thresholds, with Labour's temporary protection ending and experts warning of a messy system.
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.
Nationwide Building Society has issued an update on its ISA accounts, detailing current rates and upcoming changes to deposit limits starting in April 2027.
Frozen tax thresholds and upcoming inheritance tax reforms are pushing more households into higher tax liabilities. Financial experts urge proactive planning before the April 5 deadline.
UK households are reminded of the £20,000 annual ISA allowance for 2025/26 tax year, with new flexibility allowing multiple accounts across different providers.
A major UK mortgage provider, Market Financial Solutions, has collapsed amid fraud allegations, with Barclays reportedly exposed to £600 million in potential losses, raising concerns in the financial sector.
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.
A mortgage expert advises first-time buyers on avoiding financial shocks from upfront costs like rent overlap and stamp duty, based on a poll of 1,000 buyers.
Nationwide Building Society customers could receive a £100 bonus through the Fairer Share Payment scheme in 2026, but may need to move £500 to qualify based on previous eligibility rules.
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.
Households can save over £200 yearly by switching from the price cap to a fixed energy deal as the cap falls 7% in April. Experts urge action now to lock in lower rates.
State pensioners are being warned not to ignore brown letters from HMRC arriving in the post, which may indicate overdue tax payments, simple assessments, or tax avoidance notices.
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
New data reveals UK household costs increased by 3.6% in the year to December 2025, with private renters experiencing higher inflation at 3.8% compared to outright homeowners at 3.4%.
HMRC's intensified enforcement against the UK's 2,000 largest businesses has resulted in £16bn in extra tax collected and 636 penalties issued, with tax recovery doubling in three years.
Tesco shoppers are urged to scan their Clubcard vouchers before midnight on Saturday, as £11 million worth are set to expire. Martin Lewis advises checking dates and using reward partners for better value.
NatWest has launched enhanced life insurance and critical illness cover for customers aged over 50, featuring a modern digital platform and expanded protection for 52 conditions.
Analysis reveals thousands more UK families will lose inheritance tax allowances under Labour policies, with affected estates expected to quadruple by decade's end.