NatWest to Shut 20 Bank Branches in 2025
NatWest Group announces the closure of 20 bank branches across England and Wales in 2025, citing a dramatic shift to online banking. Discover if your local branch is affected.
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EasyJet Near-Miss Sparks Emergency Safety Probe
An official investigation is underway after an EasyJet Airbus A320 and an unknown aircraft had a terrifying near-miss over France, with the passenger jet forced to take evasive action to avoid a potential disaster.
Lloyds slashes free overdraft from £250 to £50
Lloyds Banking Group shocks customers by reducing its interest-free overdraft buffer from £250 to a mere £50 from November, impacting millions across Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland accounts.
Man dies after falling from hot air balloon in West Sussex
A man has tragically died after falling from a hot air balloon during a flight over West Sussex. Emergency services rushed to the scene near South Downs, but the man was pronounced dead. An investigation is underway.
UK Banks Offering Up to £200 FREE Cash for Switching
Major UK banks are offering cash incentives up to £200 for customers who switch their current accounts. Discover which banks are paying and how to claim your free cash before the deals vanish.
Cash Crisis: 53% of UK's Free ATMs Vanish Since 2018
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's alarming cash access crisis as free ATMs disappear and bank branches shut down, hitting vulnerable communities hardest. Regulatory action demanded.
Bank of America UK: Pay Rises Amid Branch Closures
Exclusive: Bank of America announces a major pay increase for its UK staff while quietly accelerating a programme of local branch closures, raising questions about the future of high street banking.
162 UK Bank Branches to Close in 2024: Full List
Major banks including Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, and NatWest have announced a sweeping wave of 162 branch closures across the UK in 2024, accelerating the decline of the British high street. Discover if your local branch is on the list.
UK House Prices Post Sharpest Quarterly Drop Since 2011
Britain's property market faces a severe correction as new data reveals the fastest quarterly house price fall since 2011. With the Bank of England holding interest rates and a critical budget looming, homeowners and buyers brace for further uncertainty.
Urgent Tree Branch Warning for UK Gardeners This Weekend
UK gardeners are being urged to inspect and prune their trees this weekend to avoid hefty fines and protect property from storm damage as new regulations come into force.
Autumn 2025 Bank Closures: Full List of Shutting Branches
Exclusive: Major UK banks including Barclays, Lloyds, and HSBC announce a fresh wave of branch closures for Autumn 2025, leaving communities without vital local banking services and raising concerns about financial exclusion.
AAIB Probes Fatal Microlight Crash on Isle of Wight
The Air Accidents Investigation Branch has opened an inquiry after a microlight aircraft crashed near Newport, Isle of Wight, resulting in the death of the pilot. Hampshire Constabulary confirms the tragic incident.
UK Banks Axe 74 Branches in Six Weeks
Major UK banks are accelerating branch closures, shutting down 74 locations across England, Scotland, and Wales in a devastating six-week blow to local communities and the elderly.
Lloyds Bank to Close 45 Branches in 2025
Lloyds Banking Group announces the closure of 45 Lloyds and Halifax branches across England and Wales in 2025, citing a dramatic shift to digital banking. Discover if your local branch is affected.
Pilot Dies in Buckinghamshire Light Aircraft Crash
A pilot has tragically died after a light aircraft crashed in a Buckinghamshire field. Emergency services rushed to the scene near Long Crendon, but the sole occupant was pronounced dead. The Air Accidents Investigation Branch has launched a probe.
UK House Prices Hit Record High for Third Month Running
UK property market continues its remarkable surge as Halifax reports house prices rose 0.9% in September, marking the third straight monthly increase and pushing average prices to a new record high of £293,835.
FTSE 100 Falls as UK House Prices See Surprise Drop
The FTSE 100 closed lower as new data reveals a surprise fall in UK house prices, sparking concerns over the health of the property market and broader economy.
Lloyds Bank Puts 1,600 Jobs Under Review in Restructure
Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group launches a sweeping operational review, putting 1,600 roles under consultation while simultaneously creating 830 new positions in a strategic shift towards enhanced digital services.
Halifax to Shut 13 Branches in UK Shake-Up
Halifax confirms 13 more bank branches will permanently close by early 2025, dealing another blow to the UK's struggling high streets. See the full list of affected locations and dates.
Major Lenders Slash UK Mortgage Rates to 7-Month Low
In a major boost for the UK housing market, leading lenders including Halifax and HSBC have cut mortgage rates to their lowest point since last summer, offering new hope for first-time buyers struggling to get on the property ladder.
NatWest to close 26 bank branches in 2024
High street giant NatWest Group announces another wave of closures, shutting 26 branches across England, Scotland, and Wales in 2024, citing a dramatic shift to online banking.
NatWest to Shut 55 UK Bank Branches in 2024
NatWest Group has confirmed it will shut down 55 of its high street branches across the UK in 2024, citing a major shift towards online and mobile banking. This move impacts communities from London to rural Scotland.
Couple named in Isle of Wight helicopter crash tragedy
Tributes pour in for Hampshire couple Andrew and Lucy Coles, identified as the victims of a devastating helicopter crash on the Isle of Wight. The incident, which occurred near Brighstone, is under investigation by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch.
Bank robber foiled by his own illegible note
A would-be robber's attempt to hold up a Halifax branch was comically thwarted after the cashier couldn't read his scribbled demand note. The bungling criminal, Anthony Denning, is now behind bars after the farcical incident in Southport.
Four Dead in Isle of Wight Helicopter Crash
A major emergency response unfolded on the Isle of Wight after a helicopter crashed near Ventnor, claiming four lives. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the incident.
Lloyds Slashes Free Overdraft Buffer to £50
Lloyds Banking Group is dramatically reducing its interest-free overdraft buffer from £300 to just £50 for millions of customers from November, a move experts warn will hit struggling households hardest.
NatWest & Halifax Shut 39 Bank Branches
Major banking giants NatWest and Halifax announce the closure of 39 UK branches in 2025, citing a dramatic shift to online banking. Full list of affected locations and what it means for customers.
UK House Prices See Biggest Monthly Drop Since 2012
Official data reveals a dramatic 0.9% fall in UK house prices for November 2023, the steepest monthly decline since 2012. Experts warn of a 'cooling market' as high mortgage rates and economic pressures bite.
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