Ghiles Slamani

Ghiles Slamani

Master’s graduate in Automation and Industrial Computing, obtained in 2022, combining technical expertise with a passion for writing. I contribute to an economics website, where I connect technology, industry, and economic insights through clear, engaging content.

Met Office Issues Fresh Alert, Britain’s Worst Rainstorm Yet Isn’t Over

Yellow weather warnings in place across the UK as another week of disruptive rain begins. Travel delays, power outages and flood risks set to continue in affected areas.

Met Office warning

Passport Tip Could Save You Money and Weeks of Waiting

UK travellers can save £12.50 and receive their passports in under three weeks by choosing the digital route. The online service also streamlines the process and avoids postal delays.

UK Passport Tip

You Can Now Borrow More Than Ever, If Your Income Clears This Threshold

Nationwide now lets some borrowers access up to six times their income for a mortgage. It’s already rolling out, but financial advisers are sounding warnings.

Nationwide income borrowing limit

Councils Hike Taxes and Cut Services, Here’s What’s Changing in April

Widespread council tax increases expected as local authorities reduce essential services. Changes coincide with a nationwide overhaul of England’s bin collection system.

Councils tax increase

Nationwide Customers Targeted in Clever Scam, Here’s How to Spot It

New warnings from Nationwide and other banks encourage customers to use call-verification features. A spike in phone and romance scams has cost consumers tens of millions of pounds, prompting new…

Nationwide fraud alert

Massive DWP Rule Change: Pensioners Warned as Benefit Checks Quietly Begin

The Department for Work and Pensions will begin monitoring bank accounts of Pension Credit claimants, following similar measures already in place for Universal Credit. The move forms part of the…

DWP fraud crack

Pensioners Warned: One Mistake Could Cost You Over £3,000

Thousands of retirees may face unexpected medical costs due to long NHS delays. Over-65s urged to act early to avoid large out-of-pocket expenses for treatment.

Pensioners at Risk of Surprise Medical Bill

Millions of Apple Users Could Be Entitled to Cash Payouts

UK class action claims hidden charges on Apple Pay quietly pushed up banking costs for millions. Legal action could open the door to compensation for over 50 million affected consumers.

Apple lawsuit

Royal Mail Delivery Crisis Leaves Thousands Waiting, Full List of Impacted Areas Revealed

Postal services in over a hundred areas are currently impacted, as Royal Mail confirms errors in routing and staffing shortages across the network. Road transport issues have worsened the delays,…

Royal Mail

Aspirin Shortage Sparks National Alarm, Here’s What’s Really Going On

Britain is facing a national shortage of aspirin, a core treatment for preventing strokes and heart attacks. In response, the government has imposed an export ban to protect domestic supply,…

Aspirin Shortage

Poundland Issues Major Update on Store Closures, What It Means for Shoppers and Staff

Poundland says it has completed its UK-wide restructuring programme, which saw nearly a fifth of its stores close. The discount chain confirmed 2,200 jobs were cut in the process, but…

Poundland closures

EDF Launches Surprise £50 Credit Scheme, You Might Already Be Eligible

New and existing EDF customers can receive a £50 credit by switching to one of the supplier’s electric vehicle tariffs before 15 February. The offer applies across the full range…

EDF £50 Credit Scheme

Amazon Just Discontinued This Device, Users Have Weeks before It Stops Working

An Amazon Fire TV accessory launched just a few years ago is being permanently disabled, and not everyone saw it coming. The company says the product is no longer needed,…

Amazon firetv shutdown

Ovo Energy to Compensate Customers £2.77 Million Over Warm Home Discount Payment Delays

UK energy supplier Ovo has been ordered to compensate thousands of vulnerable customers after a 19-month delay in Warm Home Discount payments. The firm cited internal system errors as the…

Ovo energy compensation

Nationwide Announces Major Shake-Up For Customers

Nationwide has extended its 0% balance transfer period to a record 30 months, offering unexpected breathing room to cardholders. But with rising costs everywhere, what does this really mean for…

Nationwide major announcement

Keir Starmer Announces £150 Cost of Living Boost for Every Household

Millions of UK households to benefit from lower energy bills and home upgrades under Labour’s cost-of-living measures. The plan includes grants, solar panels, and targeted support for the lowest-income families.

Keir Starmer

New TSB Payout Scheme: Are You One of the Lucky Few?

The high street bank is offering one of the most generous incentives on the market, but time and eligibility restrictions apply. Customers have until March to qualify for the core…

TSB Bank logo

HMRC Issues Statement After Thousands of Families Lose Child Benefits in Error

Thousands of families had child benefit payments halted after a key fraud check was dropped without warning. HMRC has now restored payments in over 17,000 cases, following widespread criticism and…

HMRC Child Benefit update

Major Credit Card Swap for Halifax Users: Here’s What Changes

Millions of Halifax customers are set to receive brand-new cards, but not everyone knows why. An urgent message has been sent out, and action may be needed sooner than you…

Halifax card change

Millions of Drivers Aged 70+ Now Subject to Mandatory Tests After Policy Shake-Up

A major shift in UK driving law is now targeting motorists aged 70 and over. The government has approved mandatory testing that replaces the self-certification model many relied on.

Drivers Aged 70+ mandatory tests

Major Shake-Up at Aldi: 50 Stores Transformed in a Surprise Move This Week

Shoppers across the UK will now find parcel lockers at even more Aldi locations, as the supermarket adds 50 new InPost sites this week. The move comes as part of…

ALDI 50 stores change

250,000 People to Receive Support as DWP Expands its Services

A government programme once limited to small trials is now rolling out across England with high expectations. Designed to help people stay in or return to work while managing health…

DWP new programme

Octopus Energy Offers £200 Boost: Do You Qualify?

A quiet energy revolution is underway, and Octopus is leading the charge. With smart tech, new partnerships, and fixed discounts, some tenants are already seeing the savings stack up.

Octopus energy new scheme

Morrisons Shakes Up Shopping With New Supermarket Rule Across the UK

Morrisons has quietly introduced a new rule across its stores that could significantly change how staff operate. While still under consultation, the plan signals a deeper transformation underway within the…

Morrisons new rule

Nationwide Unveils New Support for First-Time Home Buyers

House price stagnation and falling mortgage rates ease pressure on new homeowners. Improved affordability fuels a resurgence in young buyer activity, Nationwide reports.

First time buyers

Shoppers Could Earn Cash at Tesco, Asda and Morrisons for Returning Bottles and Cans

From October 2027, shoppers across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland will receive cash rewards for recycling empty drink containers. The scheme, backed by the government, requires no proof of purchase…

Supermarket Scheme Bottles

Council Tax Expected to Rise by 4.99% for Thousands in 2026

Annual increase aimed at balancing the 2026/27 budget amid rising service costs. No cuts to services planned despite growing financial pressures across key departments

Rochdale Council Tax rise

Met Office Updates 10-Day Forecast as Snow Targets Northern UK

The Met Office has sounded fresh warnings as colder air sweeps into the UK, raising the threat of snow, ice, and disruption. With Atlantic and eastern systems battling overhead, some…

Met Office warnings

Little-Known DWP Benefit Pays £441 Every Four Weeks, Here’s How to Get It!

Thousands of people over State Pension age could be eligible for a monthly benefit worth up to £441, and many have no idea it exists. New guidance makes applying simpler,…

UK Attendance allowance benefit

HMRC Interest Penalties Rise Ahead of Tax Deadline

A sharp rise in HMRC’s late payment interest rate has sparked widespread criticism among UK taxpayers. While those missing the deadline face charges nearing 8%, refunds come with a far…

hmrc

Why Trump’s Tariffs May Be the Biggest Blow to UK Exports in Years

A bold trade threat from Donald Trump could soon slap steep tariffs on all UK goods entering the US. From whisky to cars, some of Britain’s top exports are now…

UK US Tariffs

Millions Could Lose Out as HMRC Eyes Radical Cash ISA Overhaul

Proposed reforms could limit returns on cash ISAs and reshape the UK savings landscape. The Treasury aims to close ISA loopholes, but industry voices warn the changes may backfire.

cash ISA reform

UK Powers Ahead With Record Shift From Petrol to Electric Vehicles

UK's electric vehicle infrastructure has seen a rapid expansion, placing the country on course to match leading EV nations. With tens of thousands of public charging points already installed, Britain’s…

EV surge

Vouchers Worth 3x More? Tesco Just Dropped a Game-Changing Update for Millions

Tesco Clubcard users can now enjoy three times the voucher value at seven major high-street restaurant brands, including ASK Italian, Zizzi, and Prezzo. Under the scheme, £10 worth of vouchers…

Tesco triple voucher

Pensioners Quietly Receiving Free Energy-Saving Devices, Are You Missing Out?

Eligible pensioners in North Lincolnshire are being provided with energy-efficient appliances to combat rising utility costs this winter. The scheme, backed by government funding, aims to ease pressure on low-income…

Household Support Fund energy saving devices

Major Driveway Regulation Change Could Hit Every English Household

New UK legislation simplifies installation of EV chargepoints at home. Homeowners in England no longer need planning permission for a single driveway charger, potentially saving motorists up to £1,100 per…

UK EV change

Millions Face DWP Payment Delays as Strike Action Looms

Thousands of UK benefits claimants could soon face delays as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) braces for potential industrial action. Workers responsible for processing Universal Credit, PIP, and…

DWP front

Heavy Snow to Sweep UK as Temperatures Nosedive to -14°C

A major snowstorm is now forecast to strike the UK with greater force than originally projected. Updated weather models reveal a sharp shift, pointing to deeper snowfall and a faster…

Snow UK forecast

HMRC Tax Code Chaos Leaves UK Workers and Pensioners Billions Out of Pocket

A total of 5.6 million UK taxpayers paid too much in income tax during the 2023–24 financial year. Errors in HMRC systems and outdated tax codes were cited as key…

HMRC Tax codes

The Real Reason UK Inflation Paused in December, And What’s Coming Next

A temporary uptick in inflation is expected for December, driven by seasonal travel and tax increases, according to economists. Despite the monthly blip, long-term forecasts still point to a continued…

UK inflation slowdown

New HMRC Move Ends Traditional Tax Returns for Millions Starting This Year

New digital scheme set to replace Self Assessment process for many UK taxpayers. Quarterly income reporting and software-based record keeping will be introduced under Making Tax Digital.

HMRC TAX returns

England’s Bin Overhaul Begins March 31, Waste Offenders Face Tough Penalties

A new government waste scheme will standardise recycling across England, with £400 fines looming for rule-breakers. From March 31, 37 common household items will be banned from specific bins.

UK waste bins 37 items ban

HMRC Warning: Millions Could Be Hit with £100 Penalties This Week

HMRC just released a critical update that’s caught many taxpayers off balance. With the filing deadline closing in, the timing has fuelled anxiety and frustration.

HMRC tax update

Met Office Issues Urgent Fog Warning as Major UK Airports Face Chaos

A fresh warning from the Met Office has triggered major travel disruption across parts of England. As dense fog rolls in, flights are delayed, roads slow to a crawl, and…

Fog

DWP’s Zero-Pay Reform: Specific Group to Be Cut Off From Universal Credit

The DWP is closing a controversial loophole that allowed violent offenders detained in hospitals to receive full Universal Credit. This quiet but seismic shift in welfare policy has sent shockwaves…

DWP’s Zero-Pay Reform

Designer Fragrance Recall Sends Warning Over Hidden Health Risk

A sweeping perfume recall is making headlines across the UK. Two designer fragrances have been found to contain a substance banned for its impact on reproductive health.

Designer Fragrance Recall

Retired but Not Released: New Military Law Puts Veterans Back on the Line

Britain has just taken a major step to reinforce its military strength by changing who can be called back to serve. A new law raises the age cap to 65…

UK military recall

Building Society Brings Back Its Popular 5% Savings Account

The mutual relaunches its Christmas Regular Saver for the fifth year, offering households a structured way to prepare for end-of-year expenses. The account allows up to £150 in monthly deposits,…

Yorkshire Building Society

PIP Rule Change Suspended, But a New Review Could Still Reshape Everything

Planned restrictions on Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments have been shelved. A full review is now under way, with final decisions expected in the autumn.

PIP change suspended

Lidl Confirms Two Major Store Openings in England, and It’s Just the Beginning!

Lidl is kicking off 2026 with two new supermarket openings in Yorkshire and Staffordshire, but it doesn’t stop there. These are the first of 19 planned branches across England, part…

Lidl new stores
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