Economy

London drivers are now paying higher fees to use the Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels after TfL introduced updated charges, with costs rising for cars, vans, and heavy vehicles depending on…

The state pension is on course to pass a major £13,000 milestone after the latest wage figures were released. But the final increase is not yet settled, and the change…

The Bank of England has halted sales of long-dated government bonds, triggering a sharp fall in UK borrowing costs as 30-year gilt yields dropped following the decision to keep £120bn…

Nationwide members are being contacted about a new life insurance promotion that offers a £75 gift card to eligible customers who arrange cover online.

UK savers paid a record £135.7 billion into adult Isas during the 2024/25 tax year, driven largely by a sharp rise in Cash Isa subscriptions. The figures show that cash…

The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has responded to concerns raised in Parliament about changes affecting access to in-person banking services. MPs have questioned whether new criteria for banking hubs…

The DVLA has reminded drivers aged 70 and over that they need to renew their driving licences, with officials urging motorists to use the online service for a quicker and…

One of Norfolk’s most renowned fine-dining restaurants has entered liquidation after its operating company reported debts of almost £390,000, with owners blaming rising costs and ongoing financial pressure across the…

A brief September warm spell is set to bring higher-than-average temperatures to parts of the UK next week, with some areas forecast to reach the mid-20s and temperatures potentially climbing…

The UK government has announced changes to Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) that will reduce the amount many savers can place into Cash ISAs from April 2027. The move will leave…

Paul Johnson, former director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies, has said the UK state pension triple lock cannot continue indefinitely and should eventually be replaced with a system linked…

Average UK house prices rose by 2.0% in the year to June 2026, taking the typical property value to £272,000. The annual rate slowed from 3.0% in May, while London…

Britain’s labour market lost further momentum in the second quarter of 2026, with private sector wage growth slowing and vacancies falling to their lowest level in more than five years.…

Tesco is offering customers 5% off diesel and unleaded petrol when they spend £60 in a single in-store transaction before Sunday, 16 August. The offer gives qualifying shoppers a paper…

Tesco is preparing to open a new Express convenience store on Canvey Island, Essex, after submitting a premises licence application that would allow the branch to trade from 6am until…

Barclays is offering a £200 reward to eligible customers who switch their current account. The rules may appear to exclude anyone already linked to the bank. Yet some existing customers…

A UK travel company specialising in ski holidays has entered liquidation, forcing the cancellation of all package holidays. Customers affected have been advised to check their refund options and contact…

Britain’s economic outlook could deteriorate sharply if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed into 2027, according to EY’s latest forecast. The consultancy says prolonged disruption to one of the world’s…

The Bank of England is widely expected to leave interest rates unchanged this week, although policymakers remain divided over the outlook. Rising oil prices and expectations of higher inflation later…

Changes to the Motability Scheme's mileage rules have prompted new support measures for some customers living in rural areas. Eligible users will not need to apply for the additional allowance,…

Hundreds of thousands of Tesco shoppers have accumulated more than £100 in unused Clubcard vouchers, with the supermarket encouraging members to check their accounts before missing out on savings. The…

UK property prices have followed different paths across the country, with some areas recording stronger growth than others. New analysis reveals the regions where values have increased the most since…

Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham will abandon plans for a government-issued digital ID scheme, marking one of the first policy changes of his administration. The resources previously allocated to the…

A used car dealership operating in Greater Manchester since 2019 has entered voluntary liquidation. Official notices confirm that a liquidator has been appointed, while questions remain over what happens next…

Thousands of households and businesses across the UK are expected to receive post later than usual after Royal Mail confirmed delivery delays affecting 216 postcode areas. The disruption has been…

Economists are warning that a potentially very strong El Niño event could trigger a prolonged rise in global food prices, adding further strain to supply chains already affected by the…

A long-established family-run haulage company with an 80-depot network has entered liquidation, adding to concerns over mounting financial pressure across the UK's freight industry.

Inflation in the UK remained unchanged in May, with slower increases in food prices balancing rising costs elsewhere. The latest figures leave inflation above the Bank of England’s target but…

Energy bills set to rise as Ofgem's price cap increases from Wednesday. Households without smart meters urged to log readings before midnight to avoid being overcharged on June usage.

Millions of young people across the country may be sitting on savings they've completely forgotten about. A new taskforce involving major banks and building societies has just been launched to…

Aldi is pressing ahead with its UK expansion through a mix of newly submitted planning applications and confirmed store openings. Some projects have already received planning approval, while others remain…

UK defence spending plans move ahead amid leadership change and NATO pressure. Defence secretary Dan Jarvis sets out continued budget increases and a major modernisation drive while political uncertainty grows…

The DWP has introduced new powers to recover unpaid debts, including a £1,000 threshold for one of its toughest enforcement measures. The changes include safeguards, though thousands are already being…

Keir Starmer’s resignation has turned attention towards Britain’s financial outlook, with borrowing costs edging higher and the pound weakening. Investors are now closely watching the leadership transition and any signals…

Pensioners in the UK with incomes over £35,000 may no longer qualify for Winter Fuel Payments under rules confirmed for 2026. The support, worth up to £300, is now income-based,…

UK defence spending under scrutiny as readers question procurement efficiency and priorities across nuclear, drones and soft power funding. Debate intensifies over how Britain should allocate rising defence and security…

The 2026 World Cup could inject £7.6bn into the UK economy, boosting pubs, restaurants, and transport. But millions of workers planning to call in sick or work remotely after late-night…

Inflation was widely expected to rise in May, yet the latest figures told a different story. While some costs continued to increase, another major category moved in the opposite direction.…

The government is taking another look at its defence spending plans following a high-profile resignation. As ministers reopen discussions behind closed doors, uncertainty remains over how future military priorities will…

Ten years after the vote to leave the European Union, a broad body of economic analysis suggests that Brexit has reduced UK economic output, weakened investment and increased trade frictions.…

Many investors assume higher-cost funds will deliver stronger results, but new comments from a financial adviser point to data that challenges that belief. The findings raise questions about whether some…

A fly-tipping incident in Devon has left a key emergency access route on the M5 unusable and prompted an appeal for information from National Highways and Mid Devon District Council.…

As pressure mounts ahead of a key NATO summit, the UK government is preparing major defence spending decisions. The challenge is not only the size of the investment, but where…

A popular fizzy drink sold in major UK supermarkets has been pulled from sale following a safety recall. Authorities say a defect has been identified in specific batches, prompting urgent…

A legal expert has highlighted a DVLA rule that many motorists may not fully understand. The requirement applies to certain medical conditions and changes in health status, and failing to…

Britain’s debt surge could force tough choices on taxes, public spending, and borrowing, with experts warning that households and businesses may face the brunt if fiscal pressures keep mounting.

Shoppers returned to the high street in May, shrugging off the shadow of war and rising costs as consumer confidence hit its highest in years. But the weather had other…

Experts warn that Britain could face a serious national food security threat as extreme weather, inflation, and global conflicts strain the food supply. Without urgent government action, shortages and supply…

A long-delayed defence package worth billions could soon be unveiled by Keir Starmer. The plan comes as tensions rise abroad and political pressure grows at home, with questions mounting over…