UK Banks Keep £100 Contactless Limit Under New Rules

Major UK banks including HSBC, NatWest, and Santander confirm no immediate changes to £100 contactless limits despite new FCA rules allowing flexibility. Customers retain ability to set lower limits via banking apps.

Dobbies Spring Offer: £5 Off £25 Spend

Dobbies Garden Centres is offering a £5 discount on purchases over £25 this spring, available via a voucher in the Mirror from March 21 to 27, 2026. Perfect for lawn care, tools, furniture, and growing your own produce.

SAS Cancels 1,000 Flights in April Due to Fuel Price Surge

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) will cancel 1,000 flights in April as skyrocketing fuel prices, driven by Middle East tensions, force cost-saving measures. The airline warns of fare hikes and prioritises routes with alternative connections.

US Diesel Prices Surge Past $5 a Gallon Amid Iran Conflict

US diesel prices have surged to over $5 a gallon, the highest since December 2022, due to the Iran conflict disrupting oil production and shipping routes, with economists warning of widespread cost increases across travel, food, and construction sectors.

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