Contactless payment limits set for major overhaul
The UK's £100 contactless payment limit is set for a shake-up as banks gain power to set their own caps from March 2026. Discover how this change could affect your daily spending.
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FCA plan to double credit unions to fight loan sharks
The FCA launches a plan to expand UK credit unions, offering affordable loans to 2 million members. Campaigners demand a Fair Banking Act to force high street banks to invest and protect vulnerable borrowers from illegal lenders.
£2bn Tax Loophole in Car Finance Scandal Exposed
A major tax loophole will let banks and lenders avoid £2bn in corporation tax on car finance compensation. Ministers are urged to close it. Read the full story.
Labour Launches £2m Fund to Regulate Mutuals Sector
The Labour government launches a £2m fund for a new regulator to oversee mutuals and co-operatives, aiming to boost consumer trust and sector growth. Discover the implications for UK businesses.
FCA investigates WH Smith over £600m accounting error
City watchdog makes inquiries into WH Smith accounting blunder that wiped £600m off value. Retailer shifts focus to travel hubs after high street sale.
Money Confidence Gap Hinders UK Social Mobility
New research reveals a stark money confidence gap in the UK, where background trumps income. Discover how it affects you and the vital solutions experts recommend.
Bank deposit protection limit rises to £120,000
The FSCS deposit protection limit for UK banks is increasing from £85,000 to £120,000 starting 1st December 2025. Find out what this means for your savings.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Woking Council declares bankruptcy with £1.9bn debt
Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.
FCA Under Fire Over Soaring Consumer Complaints
The Financial Conduct Authority faces mounting criticism as consumer complaints against financial firms skyrocket, revealing serious gaps in investor protection and regulatory oversight.
Teacher banned for life over Muslim pupil comments
A UK teacher has been permanently barred from the profession after making inappropriate comments about a Muslim student's appearance and referencing Iran's strict dress code laws during a classroom discussion.
Jess Phillips confronts minister over 'disgusting' Commons conduct
Labour MP Jess Phillips demands answers from policing minister Chris Philp after he appeared to mock her during a debate about violence against women, sparking parliamentary outrage.
Queensland official sacked over misconduct claims
Exclusive: Craig Servin, a senior Queensland government official, has been dismissed following allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards a junior female colleague during an overseas government trip, sparking an internal investigation.
AFL warns Bailey Smith, Geelong stars over social media posts
The Australian Football League issues a formal warning to Western Bulldogs star Bailey Smith and Geelong Cats players after their latest social media controversy targeting media personality.
Downing Street denies special treatment for MP's Villa tickets
Government officials refute claims of preferential treatment after Labour MP Lisa Nandy's office requested football tickets, sparking debate about parliamentary conduct.
Brewers fan banned for life after racist Dodgers taunt
A Milwaukee Brewers supporter faces permanent exclusion from MLB games after directing vile racist abuse towards a Los Dodgers fan, igniting fury across baseball.
NHS doctor tribunal over Palestinian fighters praise
A senior NHS doctor is under investigation for alleged antisemitism after publicly praising Palestinian militants. The medical tribunal examines whether his comments breached professional standards.
100+ financial firms move operations abroad post-Brexit
Exclusive: Britain's financial watchdog reveals over 100 companies have moved operations overseas following Brexit, with Dublin and Luxembourg emerging as top destinations for relocating City firms.
Judge's 16 child abuse rulings overturned in legal crisis
A senior family court judge faces removal from sensitive cases after the Court of Appeal overturned 16 rulings involving vulnerable children, citing 'serious concerns' about her handling of abuse evidence.
SNP MP confronts Tory over antisemitic content sharing
Senior SNP MP Pete Wishart challenges Conservative Bob Blackman in Parliament over sharing content from notorious antisemitic figure, sparking heated debate about MP conduct and social media responsibility.
Lloyds Bank Faces FCA Motor Finance Probe
The Financial Conduct Authority launches investigation into Lloyds Banking Group's motor finance practices, potentially impacting millions of customers and leading to significant compensation claims.
Police officers face misconduct hearing over custody death
Two Staffordshire Police officers will face misconduct proceedings following the death of a 34-year-old man in custody, as the Independent Office for Police Conduct concludes its investigation into the tragic incident.
Sabalenka's racket rage endangers ball kid at Wuhan Open
World No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka faces backlash after explosive court outburst where her flying racket narrowly missed a ball kid during tense Wuhan Open match.
Arizona lawmaker's hot mic weight comments spark outrage
Republican Representative Joseph Chaplik faces backlash after being caught on live microphone making derogatory comments about a woman's weight during legislative session, then attempting to play the victim when confronted.
White House aide departs amid internal investigation
Exclusive: The White House faces turmoil as a senior aide to the budget director suddenly resigns following allegations of inappropriate conduct, raising questions about internal oversight.
UK Car Finance Scandal: Billions in Payouts Loom
Major car manufacturers face massive compensation bills as Financial Conduct Authority investigation reveals widespread lending misconduct affecting millions of UK consumers.
Teacher banned after ruler skirt measurement incident
A Yorkshire teacher has been prohibited from the classroom after using a ruler to measure a student's skirt length in a controversial safeguarding approach at Oasis Academy Lister Park.
Lloyds faces FCA probe over motor finance practices
The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a formal investigation into Lloyds Banking Group's motor finance lending practices, raising concerns about potential customer harm in the lucrative car finance market.
Police watchdog probes GMP's treatment of bereaved families
The IOPC has initiated a comprehensive investigation into how GMP handles interactions with families who have lost loved ones following police contact, after multiple serious concerns were raised.
NHS doctor faces second tribunal over Hamas posts
A senior NHS doctor is under investigation for the second time by the General Medical Council over social media comments regarding the October 7th Hamas attacks, raising questions about free speech in the medical profession.
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