Up to 23 million car journeys expected over bank holiday – the routes to avoid
Up to 23 million car journeys are expected to be taken over the bank holiday weekend. A combination of predicted…
Reeves to promise free summer bus rides for children and food tariff cuts in living costs package
Rachel Reeves said her number one priority was to protect households from rising costs. Photograph: Kirsty O’Connor/TreasuryView image in fullscreenRachel…
UK holidaymakers face new problem if heading abroad in 2026 ‘it could get worse’
Brits heading abroad this summer are being given a new warning. Towards the close of last week, Sterling dropped to…
Planned fuel duty rise to be scrapped, says Keir Starmer
A Treasury announcement said that by the end of 2026 the freeze of fuel duty would have saved the average…
‘I’m a mortgage broker and these are my honest thoughts on £5k deposits’
A mortgage broker has shared his candid views on the new £5k deposit schemes currently on offer, and when prospective…
‘Cheat code’ to bag free £360 and Amazon vouchers from Santander bank
Couples could pocket a free £360 by switching to a major bank. This “cheat code” could also land you £60-worth…
Premium Bonds ‘more predictable interest’ alert as NS&I changes announced
Premium Bonds holders have been cautioned that turbulent times may lie ahead for the popular savings product. This comes after…
UK inflation slows to 2.8% as energy price cap softens impact of rising fuel costs
Economists believe the drop in inflation is unlikely to last. Photograph: Tolga Akmen/EPAView image in fullscreenEconomists believe the drop in…
Spending watchdog warns £38bn cost of Sizewell C nuclear plant is ‘risky’
The NAO overall savings for households from the plant could be outstripped by the cost of supporting its construction until…
My precious: The Lord Of The Rings coin celebrates 25 years since film release
Fans of The Lord Of The Rings will be able to get their hands on a new 50p collectable coin…