Economy

Act Fast: One Week Left to Claim £175 First Direct Bank Switching Bonus

The clock is ticking and the last opportunity to grab yourself a £175 bank switching bonus from First Direct will soon be gone. Only a few days remain, and you…

One Week Left To Claim £175 First Direct Bank Switching Bonus

Universal Credit Recipients to Get £470 Extra Cash After April Pay Rise

When payday is due, millions of Universal Credit recipients will be pleasantly surprised to see an extra £470 in their pockets. This windfall follows closely on the heels of April’s…

UK Currency Symbolizing Young Caregivers Eligible for £383 Annual Payment

Household Support Fund to Give Up to £500 to Thousands of Families – Can You Benefit?

The UK’s Household Support Fund (HSF) is providing assistance of up to £500 for the most vulnerable households. First introduced in October 2021, it has provided a source of financial…

Household Support Fund To Give Up To £500 To Thousands Of Families

UK Government to Introduce Landmark Smoking Ban Bill on Tuesday

The UK is on the cusp of a historic shift towards a healthier future, amid plans to introduce radical smoking ban laws. The aim of this legislation is to eliminate…

Smoking Ban Close Up Of Young People Smoking Cigarette

Food Shortages and Price Hikes Threaten the UK as Extreme Weather Havoc Strikes

The UK is set to face food shortages and price increases as severe weather associated with climate change causes low yields on farms both locally and internationally. Rain-Hit Farms Struggle,…

Green Road Panel that Says "Food Shortages Ahead?

Universal Credit Claimants to Receive Up to £262 More After Rule Change

Thousands of Universal Credit recipients are getting up to an extra £262 from the Department for Work and Pensions following a rule change. New regulations have recently been introduced by…

Universal Credit Claimants To Receive Up To £262 More After Rule Change

X/Twitter Users Will Soon Be Required to Pay Fees, Here’s Why

Elon Musk, CEO of social network X, formerly known as Twitter, has suggested that new users would have to pay a fee or tax before they could engage in activities…

Elon Musk, Black Twitter Illustration

Universal Credit New Changes Promise £3,800 Income Boost, While Straining Thousands of Disabled

According to a Resolution Foundation analysis, a single parent who rents and works 30 hours per week at the national living wage will be roughly £3,800 better off in 2024–25…

Universal Credit

DWP Universal Credit Members Can Get a £1,200 Savings Boost, Plus £798 Extra for Selected PIP Recipients

UK government body the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is offering a helping hand to eligible Universal Credit recipients with its Help to Save scheme. The scheme allows people…

Universal Credit Benefit Switch Could Spell Misery for Many, MPs Warn

From Mortgages to Food: How Inflation has Crippled UK Households Over the Past Two Years

Whether it is the food in your fridge or your monthly mortgage payments, inflation has seen costs rise sharply for UK households over the last two years. Just two years…

Wallet with Crescent Arrow Symbolizing the Raising Inflation in the UK

Oil Prices to Hit $100 a Barrel by May as Saudi Arabia Extends Supply Cuts

Analysts predict that oil prices will reach $100 per barrel by May as Saudi Arabia extends production restrictions. In fact, escalating geopolitical tensions and an extension of the Opec cartel’s…

Oil Prices - Oil Barrel Chart

Rental Costs to Outpace Wage Growth for Renters in Coming Years, Warns Think Tank

Britain’s rental market has seen a rise in the cost of new tenancies in recent years, a trend that is set to continue, according to the Resolution Foundation. The think…

Rental price Surge

Universal Credit Payments and Benefits: Potential Date Changes Happening in May

This May, expect several changes to the timing of receiving Universal Credit and other benefit payments, particularly due to two upcoming bank holidays. Stay informed on how these adjustments will…

Universal Credit Benefit Switch Could Spell Misery for Many, MPs Warn

April’s State Pension Boost: How Much Can Pensioners Expect?

In accordance with the government’s commitment to the Triple Guarantee, April’s increase in the state pension should provide people aged 65 and over with a boost to their income. New…

State Pension: Full List of Older People Eligible for Back Payments Before Year's End Revealed

DWP Says Over 1 Million UK Homes Missing Out on £65 Weekly Pension, Claim Yours!

More than a million British households are missing an opportunity to claim the £65 weekly payment, reveals the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Older pensioners may be under the…

Over 1 Million Uk Homes Failing To Claim £65 Weekly Pension, Says Dwp

HMRC Urges Individuals within Specific Birth Date Range to Claim Up to £2,000 in Free Cash

HMRC is encouraging individuals born between two specific dates to check if they qualify for up to £2,000 in free money through the Child Trust Fund (CTF). The government has…

Jar Of Pound Coins On Top Of An Opened HMRC Tax Letter

UK Economy Grows: GDP Up 0.1% — What Are the Implications for Your Money?

According to the Office for National Statistics, the UK economy saw a 0.1% increase in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in February of this year, following a 0.3% rise in January.…

British Flag on Bar Chart Symbolizing UK Economy Growth

Richer Retirement: UK Teachers Could Get Thousands of Extra Pounds in Pension Income With a Little-Known Loophole

Nearly half a million teachers in England and Wales could see a significant boost to their retirement income as a result of a little-known loophole. Often overlooked, this financial trick…

Uk Teachers Could Get Thousands Of Extra Pounds In Pension Income With A Little Known Loophole

Rising Costs in the UK: Taxpayers Hit by £2.5 Billion Levy on Public Sector Pensions

The cost of maintaining ‘Gold-Plated’ public sector pensions will be shouldered by taxpayers to the tune of an extra £2.5 billion, following the granting of one of the biggest pay…

Taxation Calculator Forms - Pensions

UK Bank Boost: Thousands to Receive Share of £500m! Check Eligibility for Lump Sum, Voucher, or Energy Grant.

Thousands of households are expected to receive their portion of a £421 million UK bank boost intended to assist with basic expenses. UK Bank Boost: Government Expands Household Support Fund…

Wallet Full of UK Banknotes Symbolizing the upcoming UK Bank Boost

Weather Alert: UK to Suffer an African Heatwave Before Cooler Temperatures Return

Britain looks set for a surprising change in the weather, with the temperature likely to rise significantly, according to the latest weather maps published by leading forecaster WXCharts. This sudden…

Weather Alert Uk To Suffer An African Heatwave Before Cooler Temperatures Return

Four-Day Work Week Debate: Is the UK Public Sector Putting Economic Resilience at Stake?

Britain’s economic vitality is under the microscope as the decision by the public sector to adopt a four-day work week generates much discussion and concern. Indeed, the Welsh Government, backed…

Four-Day Work Week Debate

Childcare Support: DWP is Paying Over £20,000 to Working Parents on Universal Credit

The UK government, through the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), is unveiling a strategic financial boost for working parents receiving Universal Credit in the face of escalating childcare costs.…

Childcare Support Dwp Is Paying Over £20,000 To Working Parents On Universal Credit

UK Government Tackles Retail Crime and Violence Against Workers

The UK is undergoing an unprecedented government initiative to curb the rising levels of retail crime and violence against the workforce. Proposed measures include not only tougher punitive measures, but…

Retail Crime - Woman Steals Clothes From Retail Shop

National Insurance Cut: Millions of UK Workers to Receive Boost to Wages this Month

The start of the new tax year has brought a financial boost to millions of UK workers. National insurance schemes have been in place since 6 April 2024, and British…

National Insurance Cut Millions Of Uk Workers To Receive Boost To Wages

UK Retail Sales Growth Picks Up in March After Two-Year Low in February

Britain’s retail sales sector is showing promising signs of recovery after a period of weak growth and economic uncertainty. Since hitting a two-year low in February, UK retail sales picked…

Retail Sales Growth Picks Up In March

New Zealand to Tighten Visa Conditions to Cut Immigration and Labour Exploitation

New Zealand, renowned for its breathtaking scenery and diverse culture, has taken a tougher stance on immigration recently. Led by Immigration Minister Erica Stanford, the government has decided to readjust…

New Zealand Visa New Requirements

El Salvador to Offer 5,000 Free Passports to Skilled Workers, Says President Nayib Bukele

In a recent social media post, President Bukele announced that El Salvador will offer 5,000 free passports, worth $5 billion under the country’s passport programme, to highly skilled workers from…

Passports Held At The Consulate Of El Salvador

National Insurance Tax Cut: Millions of Workers to Receive £900 Boost

April 6 represented an important turning point for 29 million British citizens, as a record reduction in National Insurance Tax Cut came into effect. This transformational event is the result…

National Insurance Tax Cut Millions Of Workers To Receive £900 Boost

April 6 UK Lottery Draw: Tonight’s Winning Numbers That Could Make You £7.5 Million Richer

The UK Lottery is a beacon of hope, anticipation, and life-altering opportunities. Week after week, countless individuals hold their breath, waiting for the draw that could turn their dreams into…

Image of A UK Lottery Ticket With A Background of Lotto Numbered Balls.

DWP to Provide £812 Loan With Two-Year Repayment Waiver

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is extending its help even further this year. With its new £812 loan scheme, the DWP is taking a generous step towards ensuring…

Households, Disabled Individuals, and Pensioners Set to Receive One-Off Payments by Year-End

National Insurance Cut to Take Effect this Weekend: Find Out How Much You Can Get

The National Insurance cut which has been a lifeline for many is expected to come into effect this week, promising more disposable income for millions of hard-working people in the…

National Insurance Cut

Carer’s Credit: Claim Up to £4,000 a Year and Boost Your State Pension

Millions of carers in the UK are not receiving the support they need through programs such as carer’s credit or carer’s allowance. Looking after another person for at minimum of…

DWP Payment Rules for Carer's Allowance Recipients Going on Holiday Abroad in the Next Six Months

Tracker Mortgage Holders to Save £300 Monthly as Bank Rate Falls

The Bank of England base rate is set to fall, offering some good news for UK homeowners with tracker mortgages. This could mean a potential monthly saving of £300 by…

Tracker Mortgage Holders

Universal Credit Payments: When Will the Increase Occur in 2024 and What are the New Rates?

Britain’s Universal Credit system is due to undergo major changes in 2024. The scheduled increase, which is set to impact millions of recipients, should take effect from April. Crucially, however,…

Universal Credit Benefit Switch Could Spell Misery for Many, MPs Warn

Changes to Cash ISAs: Take Advantage and Invest Up to £20,000 a Year, Says Defaqto Money Expert

The UK’s Individual Savings Accounts (Cash ISAs) are about to undergo a number of changes as part of the Chancellor’s Budget announcement in March. Savers will need to adjust their…

Changes To Cash Isas

Changes to Child Benefit and the High Income Threshold from April 6th, says HMRC

Understanding the changes to Child Benefit and the High Income Threshold is critical for financial planning for a family living in the United Kingdom. HMRC announced on its website that…

Young PIP and ADP Recipients to Get £251 One-Time Payment Later This Year

Department for Work and Pensions Gives £780 Extra Cash Boost to Beneficiaries

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced uplifting news for benefit claimants amid escalating financial burdens. From 1st April, those receiving both Universal Credit and the State Pension…

Sign for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) at the entrance of Caxton House: DWP Announces Major Benefits Increase for Millions of Claimants

UK’s Minimum Wage Rise: A Leap or a Stumble Against Inflation?

The UK is taking steps to keep up with the rising cost of living by significantly increasing the legal minimum wage. However, the question remains: will it be enough? 9.8%…

Halifax Borough Market

Millions of UK Workers Face £1,000 Shortfall Despite Minimum Wage Increase

Despite the UK government’s recent implementation of the largest cash boost to the minimum wage in over a decade, a sobering reality persists as millions of UK workers across the…

DWP and HMRC to Cut £8,400 in Benefits Soon, Impacting Thousands of Households

Department for Work and Pensions Cuts PIP for 200,000 Recipients Following Review

The UK’s Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) recently completed a major review of the Personal Independence Payments (PIP) system, which offers financial support to people with health conditions or…

DWP PIP Claim Form

UK Wine Prices to Skyrocket Due to Forthcoming Tax Changes, Industry Warns

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s proposed wine tax changes have raised serious concerns across the industry. The new regulations, due to come into force in February 2025, could lead to…

Woman Choosing A Bottle Of Red Wine From The Shelf In A Supermarket.

UK Pensioners Are Suffering, Alerts Financial Columnist

It is commonly believed that the British government, a body elected by the people, mostly by its pensioners, always has their interests at heart. However, this perception is not entirely…

UK Pensioners - An Unhappy Pensioner Counting Coins In His Hand

Charity Helps Brits Get Up to £2,000 in Grants for Financial Help

The soaring cost of living has put a lot of people in Britain on the verge of destitution. Fortunately, help is at hand as charities such as Turn2us step up…

DWP to Provide State Pensioners with £175 in Bank Accounts Through New Benefit Payments

Pensioners to Claim up to £600 of Winter Fuel Payment Before Deadline

UK pensioners are strongly urged to claim their Winter Fuel Payment from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) as time is running out. The payment can be worth up…

Close-up of Pound Coins on Top of A Piece of Paper that Reads "Winter Fuel Payment" along with £5 and £10 British Banknotes

UK Pensioners to Receive £900 Boost in State Pension Rates from April 2024

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is poised to implement a significant increase in state pension rates. UK pensioners are set to receive a substantial increase in state pension…

UK State Pensioner holding cash and coins

UK Mental Health Patients to receive £184 a Week From Department for Work and Pensions

If you are living in the UK and suffer from a mental health condition that affects your daily life, you may be eligible for financial help from the government. Often…

A Person's Hand Takes A British Pound Coin

Department for Work and Pensions Unveils Cost of Living Package: Check Your Elegibility!

The Department for Work and Pensions has boosted its household support fund to provide an additional £500 million in the wake of the Budget. Department for Work and Pensions Extends…

Cost of Living Payment: DWP benefits, Universal Credit, and Pensions Due in July 2024

UK Food Inflation Falls to 4.5%, the Lowest Level Since February 2022

British food inflation has reached its lowest level since February 2022, prior to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, says industry data. The data suggests that rising food costs are finally beginning…

A Man Holding A Grocery Basket Full Of Provisions.

UK Ranked Second Most Miserable Place in the World in New Survey

Mental wellbeing has become increasingly important for overall health in our rapidly changing world. The UK, despite being a developed nation, faces several challenges in this area. A recent survey…

UK : Depressed Woman Outside Listening To Music