Pub and hotel business rates review confirmed by Burnham
Andy Burnham's government has launched an independent review of pub and hotel business rates valuations, led by Jerry Schurder, with findings due by the end of March 2027.
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Castrol Study: Drivers Fear Losing Thrill of Driving
A new Castrol study reveals drivers fear losing the thrill of driving. Key findings include concerns about autonomous cars and a desire for more engaging features.
CMA probes Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and Red Driving School
The CMA has opened formal investigations into Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and Red Driving School over concerns customers were not shown full prices upfront, with compensation possible if breaches are found.
Young women's investment portfolios 49% larger than men's
Young female investors at Lloyds Bank hold portfolios averaging £14,040, 49% more than young men's £9,450, a £4,590 gap. Women invest more actively.
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Paramount+ UK prices rise up to £24 a year from August 27
Paramount+ raises UK subscription prices from August 27: basic up £1, standard up £2, premium up £2 monthly, adding up to £24 annually.
Co-op Fresh Mondays: Half-price fruit and veg for shoppers
Co-op launches Fresh Mondays, offering Birmingham shoppers up to 50% off fruit and veg weekly, with items like cherry tomatoes and blackberries reduced.
HMRC opens phase two tax adviser registration deadline
HMRC has opened the second phase of mandatory tax adviser registration, with eligible advisers required to register by 18 November 2026. Registration is free and online.
Broadband bills cheaper than 10 years ago, millions overpay
Broadband bills have fallen by up to 43% since 2016, yet 28% of customers out of contract could save £7-£9 monthly. Research from Broadband Genie and Ofcom reveals the savings.
Nationwide cuts fixed mortgage rates by up to 0.15%
Nationwide reduces rates on two, three, and five-year fixed mortgages by up to 0.15 percentage points, bringing its lowest rate to 4.48% for new and existing borrowers.
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UoB hits back at Braverman's 'pointless' golf course jibe
The University of Birmingham defended its golf management degree after Reform MP Suella Braverman called it 'pointless', citing graduate success and the £5.1bn UK golf industry.
Drivers urged to follow 5-year rule after depreciation warning
Cars lose 50-60% of value in first three years. Experts advise comparing one, three, and five-year-old models to avoid steep depreciation.
HMRC confirms VAT road fuel scale charges until 2027
HMRC has confirmed the VAT road fuel scale charges effective from 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2027, with rates based on CO2 emissions and accounting periods.
Banks and Fintechs Unite for Faster Global Payments
Banks and fintechs are collaborating to speed up global payments, a major industry shift that promises faster, cheaper cross-border transactions.
Six UK banks offer up to £1,025 in switching bonuses
Six major UK banks are offering up to £1,025 in switching bonuses. HSBC, Barclays, NatWest, First Direct, Co-op, and Nationwide pay cash for switching current accounts, with eligibility criteria varying by bank.
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Kayak Reveals UK Travel Savings for September
Kayak data shows September is the cheapest month for UK travel, with savings up to 23% on flights and hotels.
NS&I confirms 22 million Premium Bonds holders get September boost
NS&I raises Premium Bonds prize fund rate to 4.35% and shortens odds to 21,000 to 1 for September 2026, benefiting over 22 million savers with more prizes.
NatWest: growth in 10 UK regions in July
NatWest's Growth Tracker shows business activity rose in 10 of 12 UK regions in July, up from three in June, with easing cost pressures and improved confidence. London led with 55.3.
Pension Lifestyling Could Cost Middle Earners £163,000
Middle earners on £30,000 could lose up to £163,000 in retirement due to pension 'lifestyling' strategies, warns financial planner Murphy Wealth.
Pension mistake costing high-earners £400,000
A common pension mistake in lifestyle funds could cost high-earners up to £400,000, with median earners losing £163,000, according to Murphy Wealth.
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Savers get £138 boost as fixed ISA rates rise
Fixed ISA rates have risen to 4.24% on average, giving savers a £138 boost over non-ISA accounts for higher-rate taxpayers, with product choice at record highs.
Halifax cuts mortgage rates by up to 0.15%
Halifax is cutting mortgage rates by up to 0.15% from Friday 14 August, with brokers calling it a 'very encouraging' sign for borrowers and expecting rivals to follow.
UK GDP grows 0.3% in June but experts warn of fragility
UK monthly GDP rose 0.3% in June 2026 after flat May, but experts caution one good month doesn't signal economic health, citing uneven sector performance.
HMRC urges 700,000 to claim £473 tax refunds
HMRC has urged 700,000 people to claim tax refunds averaging £473, as P800 letters are sent to those who overpaid tax last year.
NatWest launches First Active savings account with 4.5% AER
NatWest launches First Active, a digital savings account offering 4.5% AER for 12 months, with a minimum deposit of £1 and no tiered pricing, targeting customers seeking flexibility and control.
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Bumble lets men make first move, users furious
Bumble now allows men to make the first move, a change critics call 'Tinder with a yellow background.' Founder defends shift, but users express disappointment online.
ISA and pension savings mistake could cost up to £100,000
A savings mistake in stocks and shares ISAs or pensions could cost up to £100,000, according to Investing Insiders' comparison of best and worst performers over a decade.
Nationwide launches new fixed rate ISAs and bonds
Nationwide has launched new Fixed Rate Cash ISAs and Fixed Rate Bonds with increased rates, effective Friday 14 August, offering up to 4.70% AER on ISAs and 4.65% on bonds.
Lloyds Bank offers tailored support to farmers amid heatwave
Lloyds Bank, the UK's largest agricultural lender, announces tailored financial support for farmers as the country faces its fifth heatwave, including loan repayment holidays and overdraft support.
Yorkshire and Humber economy close to growth in July
The Yorkshire and Humber private sector is close to returning to growth after new orders stabilised in July, with the NatWest Regional Growth Tracker rising to 49.1 from 45.5 in June.
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HMRC warning: £25k savings could trigger tax for basic rate earners
Yorkshire Building Society warns 5.3 million savings accounts now liable for tax as frozen PSA and 4% rates hit basic-rate savers with £25,000 in savings.
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