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.
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.
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.
Plan your year ahead! Here is the full, confirmed list of 2025 bank holidays for England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, including key dates for your diary.
Expert reveals the three common bank holiday travel blunders that could leave you stranded and out of pocket. Discover how to avoid the traffic nightmare and save your long weekend.
Get the latest Met Office forecast for the Late May Bank Holiday weekend. Discover which UK counties will bask in sunshine and which should keep an umbrella handy.
Another major blow to the UK High Street as a beloved fashion retailer announces the closure of 35 stores, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. Discover if your local store is affected.
Your complete guide to August Bank Holiday 2025 trading hours. Find out when major supermarkets like Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury's will be open, plus pub hours and which shops will be trading.
Plan your August Bank Holiday 2025 shopping with our complete guide to Tesco's opening hours. Find out when your local Tesco Extra, Superstore, and Express will be open or closed.
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.
New official figures from the Office for National Statistics show UK house price growth slowed to just 0.2% annually, with London experiencing the most significant downturn. We analyse the regional trends and what it means for homeowners and buyers.
Bank of Scotland announces the closure of its Musselburgh branch, leaving customers concerned over access to banking services.
A major fire has broken out in Halifax, sending plumes of thick black smoke across the town. Emergency services are on site tackling the blaze. Read for live updates.
Lloyds Banking Group announces the closure of 45 branches across the UK, impacting Halifax and Bank of Scotland customers. Find out the locations and what alternatives are available.
Dedicated Samaritans volunteers express heartbreak over plans to shut down vital branches, risking access to crucial mental health support across the UK.
Several high-street banks are set to shut down branches across the UK this summer, leaving customers scrambling for alternatives. Find out if your local branch is on the list.
New data from Halifax reveals UK house prices rose at the sharpest annual rate in over a year this July, defying economic headwinds. What's driving the market?
Halifax has recorded the sharpest annual decline in UK house prices since 2009, with Northern Ireland and Wales hit hardest. Experts weigh in on the market's future.
Halifax is offering £175 to eligible customers who switch to its Reward Current Account. Find out if you meet the criteria and how to claim your bonus.
Lloyds and Halifax customers report widespread issues with online and mobile banking services, leaving many unable to access their accounts or make payments.
Thousands of Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland customers report issues with online banking and payments as a major outage disrupts services.
Thousands of customers across Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland faced login issues and payment failures due to a widespread banking outage. Here’s what happened and how the banks responded.
Lloyds Banking Group announces the closure of 45 branches, impacting customers in Yorkshire, East Midlands, and beyond. Find out if your local branch is affected.
Santander announces significant job cuts across its UK branches, affecting 140 roles as part of a broader digital transformation strategy.
The shift to remote work has led to the closure of Samaritans branches, raising concerns about access to mental health support. Experts warn of the consequences for vulnerable individuals.
ANZ, Bendigo Bank, Westpac, and Commonwealth Bank are issuing hefty refunds to customers after financial misconduct. Find out if you're eligible.
Chase and Wells Fargo are accelerating branch closures across the US, signalling a dramatic shift towards digital banking and cost efficiency.
A well-known high street retailer announces another closure, leaving customers concerned about the future of UK retail.
A well-known kitchen and home retailer is set to close several of its stores across the UK, leaving shoppers disappointed. Find out if your local branch is affected.
Halifax has alerted customers to a surge in scam texts impersonating the bank, urging vigilance to avoid falling victim to fraud.
A popular UK restaurant chain is shutting down 72 branches due to rising costs and financial pressures. Find out if your local is affected.