Ghiles Slamani
HMRC Urges Pensioners to Check for £8,000 in Missed Payments
A historic state pension error could mean thousands of women are owed substantial back payments—but many may not even realise it. HMRC has identified widespread miscalculations in National Insurance records,…
Halifax Bank Closures: 10 Branches Set to Shut Down – Full list of Locations Revealed
Halifax’s latest wave of branch closures is reshaping the high street banking landscape, with 61 locations set to shut in March. As online banking takes center stage, concerns grow over…
Lloyds Bank Offering £175 Cash Bonus—Deadline and Eligibility Details
Lloyds Bank has launched a £175 bonus offer for customers who sign up for a Club Lloyds account. The deal is open to both new and existing clients, but key…
UK Health Benefits Overhaul: Major PIP Reforms Set to Reshape Support System
With PIP claims rising by 58%, the UK Government is set to unveil significant changes to the disability benefits system. The upcoming Health and Disability Green Paper will outline new…
HSBC to Cut Jobs in £1.2bn Cost-Saving Plan – What It Means for Employees
HSBC has unveiled a global job reduction plan, aiming to cut costs by £1.2 billion by 2026. Senior roles and UK operations are expected to take the hardest hit, while…
Millions of Brits Missing Out on £505 in Free Savings Interest — Are You One of Them?
Traditional banks may not be offering the best deals, leaving millions with underperforming savings. New high-interest accounts could earn you up to £505 annually, without extra effort. With tax-free options…
HSBC Slashes Costs as Profits Surge to $32.3 Billion – What It Means for Customers
HSBC’s latest financial results reveal a sharp rise in profits, yet the bank is moving ahead with aggressive cost reductions. Under new leadership, a streamlined approach is taking shape, targeting…
The Hidden Risks in UK Employment: Rising Costs, Layoffs, and Uncertainty
UK employment is facing a critical moment as businesses grapple with soaring costs and economic uncertainty. Employers are cutting jobs and delaying recruitment, with confidence at its lowest since the…
Universal Credit Claimants Warned of Early Payment Changes This Month
Changes to Universal Credit and other benefit payments will take effect next week, shifting scheduled deposits for millions of claimants. With February’s shorter length and a weekend ahead, payments are…
Barclays Launches £2,000 Cash Reward – Who Can Claim It?
Barclays has launched a £2,000 incentive for homeowners making energy-efficient upgrades, but not everyone qualifies. The initiative supports improvements like solar panels and insulation, with strict eligibility rules.
HMRC Rethinks LLP Tax Rules—Here’s How It Impacts High-Earning Partners
HMRC just reversed course on a key tax policy that could have cost private equity firms and accounting giants millions. The decision follows intense lobbying and signals a shift in…
HMRC Changes Late Payment Rules – How 1.1 Million Brits Will Be Affected
Britons who missed the Self Assessment deadline will see a slight drop in late payment interest, but penalties remain steep. While HMRC reduces charges for overdue taxes, it still pays…
DWP Says Work Assessments ‘Not Working’—New System Coming Soon
The work capability assessment system is facing a major shake-up, with the government confirming plans for reform. Ministers have acknowledged that the current process is failing, but the full details…
Stamp Duty Changes: What Every Homebuyer Needs to Know Before April 1
With less than a month to go, homebuyers are facing a race against time to beat significant changes to stamp duty that could add thousands to their tax bill. According…
Council Tax Crisis: Poorest Households Now Paying Almost Double
Low-income households in the UK are seeing a growing portion of their earnings consumed by council tax, according to new research. The bottom fifth of earners now pay 4.8% of…
Pensioners Urged to Apply for £174 TV Licence Perk Before It’s Too Late
A hidden benefit worth £174 a year remains unclaimed by tens of thousands of pensioners. The government no longer grants it automatically, leaving many unaware they qualify. Campaigners say this…
Pensioners Left Behind by Winter Fuel Payment to Receive Up to £300 in Local Aid
This year, many low-income pensioners were left without Winter Fuel Payments after the introduction of a means-testing system. However, local councils are stepping in to provide vital assistance with payments…
EDF Gives Customers Four Hours of Free Electricity – How to Claim Yours This Valentine’s Day
EDF has launched another special event for its customers this Valentine’s Day, offering four hours of free electricity. This follows the company's successful Christmas giveaway, where customers enjoyed hours of…
Four-Week Bin Collections: How Households Can Avoid Overflowing Waste
A major shake-up in bin collections is coming to England, with Bristol leading the way in reducing waste pick-ups to once every four weeks. While the plan aims to boost…
600,000 UK Households Face Energy Disruption—Act Now Before the June Deadline
A vital electricity service that has powered UK homes for decades is set to be switched off, leaving 600,000 households at risk. Without urgent action, heating systems may malfunction and…
Cma Targets Baby Formula Industry: New Rules to Curb High Prices and Branding Tactics
The CMA has unveiled a bold plan to shake up the baby formula market, pushing for standardised hospital packaging and clearer pricing in shops. With prices soaring by up to…
SDP Compensation: DWP to Pay £5,000 to Thousands of Claimants
Thousands who lost their Severe Disability Premiums (SDP) when moving to Universal Credit are set to receive up to £5,000 in compensation. A court ruling forced the DWP to address…
DWP’s New Sanction Rules: How They Could Impact Your Universal Credit Payments
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed its updated sanctions framework for Universal Credit claimants, outlining when payments may be reduced. Under the new guidelines, missed appointments and…
PIP ‘Postcode Lottery’: Why Some Regions Are Seeing 3x More Success Than Others
New figures reveal a "postcode lottery" in PIP claims, with nearly 300,000 applications rejected in the past year. Birmingham leads in denials, while Wales experiences significantly fewer rejections. Campaigners warn…
Tax Hikes or Spending Cuts? The Tough Choices Facing Rachel Reeves
The UK’s financial safety net has disappeared, leaving the government with little room to manoeuvre. Leading economists warn that without urgent action, tax increases or spending cuts will be inevitable.…
Starmer’s Housing Revolution: 100 New Towns and Fast-Tracked Planning
The UK government is advancing plans to build 1.5 million homes, with over 100 locations under consideration for new towns. Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to remove roadblocks and accelerate…
Maternity Allowance Explained: Eligibility, Payments & How It Affects Benefits
For mothers who don’t qualify for Statutory Maternity Pay, the government offers up to £7,117 in financial support. But eligibility depends on work history and earnings, and payments can impact…
Drivers Fined for Late Payments to Get Fairer Treatment Under New Parking Law
UK drivers have long faced hefty fines for minor payment delays in private car parks. Now, a crucial rule change promises fairer treatment—but only in certain locations. As motorists welcome…
Met Office Forecasts Bitter Cold and Snowfall – These Areas Will Be The Hardest Hit
The UK is bracing for a deep freeze as a wave of Arctic air sweeps across the country. Met Office forecasts predict widespread snowfall and sub-zero temperatures in the coming…
Cold Weather Payments: Check Your Bank Account for a Possible £25 Boost
Plummeting temperatures across the UK could mean extra financial support for those on certain benefits. The Cold Weather Payment scheme kicks in when conditions hit freezing levels for seven consecutive…
Parents Hit with Over 18,000 School Fines: Are Term-Time Holidays Worth the Risk?
In the past year, Birmingham has witnessed a dramatic surge in school fines, with over 18,000 penalties issued. This comes after the city council reduced the allowed absence threshold from…
DWP Rolls Out Mobile Jobcentres to Tackle Unemployment in Key Areas
The DWP is testing a jobcentre on wheels, bringing employment support directly to struggling communities. Vans are already rolling out in Bolton, Wales, and Scotland, offering job search help and…
UK Universities Hit by Deepfake Fraud: AI Trickery in Student Interviews Exposed
Deepfake technology is making its way into university admissions, with AI-generated faces and voices tricking automated interview systems. UK universities are now racing to detect and prevent fraud before it…
Citizenship Ban? UK Policy Shift Could Deny 70,000 Refugees a British Passport
A major shake-up in UK citizenship policy will see refugees who arrive by small boats effectively barred from becoming British citizens. The Home Office has toughened its rules, stating that…
Consumer Hesitation Stalls UK’s EV Transition, Threatening Net Zero Goals
The UK’s plan to phase out petrol and diesel cars is facing major setbacks as consumer reluctance grows. High EV prices, inadequate charging infrastructure, and lack of incentives are creating…
Drivers Risk £500 Fine for Ignoring Simple Highway Code Seatbelt Rule
A shocking number of drivers and passengers are ignoring a crucial Highway Code rule, putting lives at risk. New research exposes the alarming scale of seatbelt non-compliance on UK roads.…
Labour Mps Push for a Four-Day Week – Will the UK Follow Suit?
A push to introduce a four-day working week in the UK has sparked fresh debate over productivity and workers’ rights. While some businesses have already made the shift, major corporations…
Vitality Launches Exclusive Discount on Wegovy and Mounjaro for Eligible UK Members
Vitality has become the first UK health insurer to offer discounted access to Wegovy and Mounjaro, two of the most sought-after weight-loss medications. Eligible members can receive up to 20%…
Whisky Industry Warns UK Government: Tax Hike Slashes Revenue by £300 Million
A £300 million drop in tax revenue has put the UK government’s whisky duty hike under intense scrutiny. Industry leaders argue that rising costs and looming US tariffs could deepen…
Birmingham Bin Strikes: Fresh Protest Planned as Waste Piles up Across City
Bin strikes in Birmingham are intensifying, with refuse workers walking out for multiple days in February and March. As waste piles up across the city, a new protest is set…
Nationwide to Close Dormant Accounts from May 1 – What You Need to Know
Nationwide is set to close dormant accounts starting May 1, affecting customers who haven’t used them in years. Alongside this, the bank is tightening deposit limits, impacting how much cash…
Bank Switch Deals: How to Get Up to £175 in Free Cash Today
Switching your bank account could earn you up to £175 in cash, with major names like First Direct, Nationwide, TSB, and Co-op offering tempting deals. Some accounts also feature high-interest…
Scotland’s Property Tax Shake-Up: What Could Replace the Current Council Tax?
For years, Scotland’s council tax system has faced criticism over fairness and outdated property bands. Now, the Scottish Government and Cosla are taking action, but what reforms are actually on…
Stamp Duty Tax Change: Thousands of Buyers at Risk of Paying Up to £11,250 More
A looming tax change is set to hit thousands of homebuyers, with first-time buyers among the hardest hit. As stamp duty allowances shrink, those who miss the deadline could see…
Hidden Pay Rise: How to Claim Missing Pension Funds from Your Employer
Millions of UK employees are entitled to workplace pension contributions—but not all employers are following the rules. With missing payments going unnoticed, workers could be losing out on vital retirement…
Honey Samples Expose Supermarket Fraud—Are You Buying the Real Thing?
Honey fraud is on the rise, with investigations showing that many supermarket jars contain more than just honey. Adulterated with cheap syrups, these products lack the natural benefits of the…
New UK Vehicle Law Grants Refugees Major Tax and Licence Benefits – Are You Affected?
The UK government has quietly extended key vehicle exemptions for Ukrainian refugees, easing financial strain and simplifying mobility. A new rule adds months to their licence validity while also cutting…
Farmers’ Revolt: Brexit Divisions Threaten Fight Against Inheritance Tax
Mass protests have erupted over the government’s plan to impose inheritance tax on farmland, but behind the scenes, tensions are rising. Disagreements over Brexit, leadership, and strategy are splitting the…
Childcare in the UK Among World’s Most Expensive—Why Nurseries Are Struggling to Stay Open
Parents in the UK already spend a higher share of their income on childcare than most countries, and now nursery fees are set to rise again. A major survey reveals…
Migrant Care Workers in UK Face Illegal Fees, Overcrowding, and Racism, Survey Finds
They came to the UK to care for the vulnerable—but who is protecting them? Many migrant care workers are being forced to pay illegal recruitment fees, live in shocking conditions,…
