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Families dealing with probate are set to face higher costs as application fees for handling a loved one’s estate are scheduled to rise significantly from next month. The change comes…

UK drivers are paying more for cover once more, with average premiums increasing for the first time since 2023. Industry data suggests the recent period of falling prices may be…

A significant change to PIP has taken effect across England and Wales, changing how long many awards can remain in place before review. The move is intended to ease pressure…

Royal Mail has issued an update affecting customers across multiple parts of the UK, with a growing number of postcode areas flagged for potential service disruption. The company says some…

A major change to welfare debt enforcement has now come into force across the UK. The DWP is contacting thousands of people with outstanding debts and outlining the consequences of…

Salmonella concerns have prompted the withdrawal of 13 fruit products sold across major UK supermarkets. Customers are being advised not to eat the affected items and to return them for…

A major compensation scheme affecting millions of UK motorists has entered a new phase following intervention from the Financial Conduct Authority. While average payouts are still estimated at £830, the…

Lloyds Banking Group is continuing its branch reduction programme across the UK, with hundreds of closures planned over the coming years affecting multiple high street brands. The changes reflect a…

The Government has unveiled a new measure aimed at expanding opportunities for young people entering the workforce. Part of a broader strategy focused on skills, training and employment, the initiative…

Several businesses across the UK are temporarily closing or reducing hours as an intense heatwave creates difficult working conditions. Hospitality venues appear particularly affected, with operators adjusting services during the…

The supermarket will keep its Mamia First Infant Milk at £6.99 across the UK. The move extends a previous commitment and comes as many households continue to face pressure from…

Lloyds Banking Group is scheduled to shut 11 branches during the week beginning 22 June. The closures form part of a wider reduction in its physical banking network, with hundreds…

New cost-of-living support is being made available to households across the UK through a government-backed fund delivered by local councils. The scheme aims to help with essential living costs, with…

As temperatures surge across England, councils are quietly changing the way waste collections operate. Residents in several areas are being urged to adjust their routines as services respond to the…

A popular doughnut range has been withdrawn from sale after a food safety issue came to light. The warning affects specific products sold through selected outlets and has prompted action…

Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) is offering a £200 payment to eligible customers who open a new current account and complete a full bank switch. The payment is available through…

Free NHS prescriptions for over-60s are facing renewed scrutiny, with calls to rethink age-based eligibility rules. The discussion centres on whether access should reflect pension age, as pressure grows on…

The Government has issued a fresh update on a proposed new ISA product as significant savings rule changes draw nearer, outlining its current position while highlighting the tax advantages already…

Petrol and diesel motorists are being urged to fill up their tanks before Tuesday, as experts warn that waiting could lead to unexpected issues for drivers.

Plans to review London’s Freedom Pass scheme have been shelved following a public backlash and a campaign supported by tens of thousands of residents. The decision means no changes are…

Families with teenagers aged 16 to 19 have been warned that Child Benefit payments may end from September unless they confirm their child is continuing in qualifying education or training.…

A major appliance retailer has been ordered to change its sales practices after customers were unknowingly charged for optional extras at checkout. Nearly 40,000 shoppers are set to receive automatic…

A student loan error affecting thousands of borrowers has prompted HMRC and the Student Loans Company to correct account balances. Some graduates are now due refunds, while others are waiting…

A fresh debate has emerged over who should qualify for free NHS prescriptions. Campaigners say the current age threshold should be reviewed, while ministers have now clarified their position on…

Dog owners in England could face fines of up to £500 from June 29 under new council powers targeting public space rules. The changes strengthen enforcement of dog walking restrictions,…

Plans under discussion could see claimants offered support services rather than cash alone. The options include therapy, skills training and employment support. Officials say the aim is to improve outcomes,…

A major PIP review is approaching a key update, with ministers examining how the system supports mental health conditions. Questions are being raised about anxiety, depression and neurodiversity claims as…

Rachel Reeves has announced a temporary VAT reduction affecting family meals and attractions across the UK this summer. The measure begins next week and runs through peak holiday season, drawing…

Aldi is opening 16 new UK stores as part of a major expansion plan aimed at reaching 1,500 locations nationwide. New sites include London, Wigan, Wales and Kent, as the…

A new employer-led initiative has been launched across the United Kingdom aimed at encouraging workers to build up emergency savings through workplace-based schemes, according to the Press Association. The National…

NHS medicine shortages are being described by pharmacists and GPs as among the most severe on record, with reports of patients struggling to obtain routine prescriptions. In some cases, people…

Driving test delays linked to DVSA data continue to frustrate learners across the UK. Officials say demand remains high as reforms target booking misuse and capacity pressures within the system.…

HMRC has warned that Child Benefit payments worth around £117.22 per month could stop from September unless parents extend their claim before the 31 August deadline for teenagers aged 16–19…

Students in England could need a pass in GCSE English to access government-backed university loans, under proposals being considered by ministers. The measure could affect more than 30,000 students a…

UK households face prolonged grocery costs as food prices are set to remain high until 2028. Families could pay an extra £203 this year, with inflation expected to peak at…

Several UK bank branches are closing as NatWest continues reducing its high street presence, with more customers shifting towards digital banking and fewer people relying on in-branch services for everyday…

New research suggests UK shoppers face higher spending pressures during the summer months, with last-minute purchases, delivery fees and seasonal price rises contributing to increased costs as heatwaves and holiday…

Around 3.2 million people across Great Britain currently hold a Blue Badge, a permit that allows disabled drivers and passengers to park closer to their destinations, often without charge, and…

Millions of motorists who spread the cost of their car insurance are still facing interest rates comparable to those charged by some expensive credit cards. New research from consumer group…

Nationwide Building Society has announced a second round of mortgage rate reductions within a week, lowering fixed-rate products for first-time buyers, home movers and remortgaging customers. The changes, which take…

An urgent IKEA recall has put the spotlight on two everyday kitchen items found in many homes. Customers are being advised to stop using the affected products immediately, but the…

The updated VAT road fuel scale charges took effect from 1 May 2026. Businesses using the scheme must apply the new rates from the start of their next prescribed accounting…

HMRC has confirmed rules affecting Child Benefit for higher-earning households in the new tax year, with some families potentially required to repay part of their payments depending on income levels.…

A well-known chocolate retailer has expanded its presence with a new store in one of the UK’s busiest shopping destinations. The opening marks an important milestone for the brand and…

Households in England could benefit from government support aimed at improving home energy efficiency and living conditions. A new scheme is expected to help eligible residents upgrade their homes and…

A question from a Lloyds customer prompted Martin Lewis to reveal a bank switching approach used by many savvy savers. The method involves a separate account, but there are key…

HMRC has confirmed the latest advisory fuel rates (AFRs) for company car users, including a reimbursement rate of 26 pence per mile for petrol vehicles with engines larger than 2,000cc.…

A planned four-day strike by resident doctors in England has been called off after the government presented a new offer covering pay, jobs and career progression. The proposal will now…

Consumers with a milk allergy or intolerance have been advised not to eat a chocolate bar that has been recalled from sale in the UK. The Food Standards Agency (FSA)…

From 2027, most pensions will count toward inheritance tax, marking a major change for estate planning. Executors and families will face new responsibilities to calculate and pay tax, while exemptions…