Nationwide issues five-word message to customers over branch closures | Personal Finance | Finance

Nationwide Building Society has issued an update to its members, in a message posted in its branches. The fresh update comes after the group recently committed to keeping open all…

DWP doubles Cold Weather Payment cash in 18 postcodes – full list | Personal Finance | Finance

The DWP has doubled the amount of money it’s given to households in several postcodes across the UK following the continuation of the cold snap hitting parts of England. The…

Full list of 246 areas to be handed DWP £25 cold weather payments | Personal Finance | Finance

More than half a million households across the UK are set to receive £25 Cold Weather Payments after freezing conditions triggered support in hundreds of areas this week. The Department…

Martin Lewis gives HMRC alert highlighting key £10,000 savings threshold | Personal Finance | Finance

Martin Lewis has spoken out about a key deadline in 2026 and explained exactly who has to take action. The personal finance expert explained a key £10,000 savings threshold would…

12 ways to beat the bills and save ‘hundreds of pounds’ in 2026 | Personal Finance | Finance

12 ways to beat the bills and save ‘hundreds of pounds’ in 2026 (Image: Getty) The new year offers the perfect opportunity to take stock of your finances – and…

UK housebuilding stuck in deepest slump since Covid pandemic | Personal Finance | Finance

Britain’s housebuilding sector has remained mired in its most severe downturn since the start of the Covid pandemic, whilst the broader construction industry has entered a year-long decline, according to…

American Express announces new £600 bonus points offer | Personal Finance | Finance

American Express has launched two new limited-time sign-up offers on its Platinum and Gold Cards, available until January 13, 2026. Eligible Platinum Card members can earn up to £350 worth…

Rachel Reeves issued brutal dressing down over pensions | Politics | News

Rachel Reeves has been warned that money in people’s pension pots shouldn’t be a “plaything” for governments. Former pensions minister, Sir Steve Webb, a partner at consultancy LCP, said confidence…

Simple bank account tip to boost pension pot by £37,000 | Personal Finance | Finance

Nearly £37,000 could be unlocked for retirement, with millions of Britons without even realising. A simple change to your money management could contribute to a significant boost, experts say. Cancelling…

Avoid £100 penalty and meet key HMRC January deadline | Personal Finance | Finance

New data from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) reveals that 342 people spent the final hour of 2025 filing their tax return. As the January 31 deadline looms, a total…