New data reveals a dramatic decline in cash usage across Britain, with half the population now carrying physical money less than once a month. Explore the drivers and implications of this financial revolution.
A growing consumer dilemma pits the convenience of card payments against the right to use legal tender. We investigate the legality of cash refusal and surcharges in the UK's evolving payment landscape.
Exclusive: Passengers at London St Pancras and the Port of Dover endure massive delays and chaos following the botched rollout of a new Home Office border system, raising serious concerns about UK border readiness.
Exclusive report on how contactless payments, digital IDs, and smartphone technology are making physical wallets obsolete for millions across the UK.
Keir Starmer challenges Rishi Sunak on illegal migration, proposing mandatory ID cards as a cornerstone of Labour's new border security strategy. The PMQs clash reveals a major policy shift.
As the UK races towards a cashless future, a growing movement of consumers, experts, and activists are pushing back. Discover the compelling financial, psychological, and societal reasons why cold, hard cash isn't ready for the history books just yet.
Exclusive research reveals the UK's rapid shift towards a cashless society, uncovering the regions and demographics leading the charge and those at risk of being left behind.
British travellers face severe disruptions and flight cancellations as the EU's new automated border system, the EES, is set to cause chaos at ports and airports from October 2024. Industry experts warn of 'inevitable' delays.
British travellers are being warned of severe delays and 'nightmare' queues at EU borders this autumn due to the launch of a new biometric Entry/Exit System. Experts predict waits of up to 14 hours, threatening summer getaways and vital ferry services.
JD Wetherspoon has implemented a ban on £20 and £50 banknotes across its 800 pubs. Find out why the change was made, which payment methods are now accepted, and if your local 'Spoons is affected.
An innovative East London café, S'wich, has sparked debate by ditching all traditional payments. Customers can only order and pay via a smartphone app, embracing a fully digital experience. Discover how this tech-forward move is changing the local coffee
East Midlands Railway is pioneering a new GPS-based ticketing system on its Liverpool-Norwich route, allowing passengers to simply show their phone for inspection, eliminating the need for QR code scans.
A revolutionary 'tap-in, tap-out' rail payment system, using cutting-edge bank card technology, is being rolled out across Britain, promising to put an end to lengthy ticket queues and confusing fare rules for passengers.
UK railways are on the cusp of a major revolution. A new trial combines contactless pay-as-you-go technology with GPS tracking, promising to make paper tickets and fixed fares a thing of the past. Discover how your future train travel will be smoother, sm
An innovative Hackney café's cash-only policy, enforced via a quirky 'reverse ATM', ignites conversation about financial inclusivity and the future of money in the UK.
Exclusive: Shadow Chancellor Pat McFadden reveals Labour's proposal for a digital ID card system to tackle illegal immigration and end the small boats crisis, marking a major shift in UK migration policy.
British travellers face potential summer holiday chaos as new EU border checks are set to cause major delays at airports across Europe. The Entry/Exit System (EES) could create queues of up to 14 hours, with experts warning of 'significant disruption' for
Exclusive figures reveal Britain has returned the fewest illegal migrants back to Europe compared to its continental neighbours, raising serious questions about the effectiveness of the UK's border strategy post-Brexit.
Pest control experts issue a stark warning as the UK's heatwave creates perfect conditions for a rodent population explosion, posing significant health and safety risks to homes and businesses.
Fresh artillery shelling between Pakistani and Indian troops has erupted along the contentious Kashmir border, marking a significant escalation in long-standing tensions. The exchange, centred near the villages of Khuiratta and Jijot Bahadar, has raised i
Burrito giant Chipotle partners with tech firm Flytrex to launch a groundbreaking drone delivery service in the UK, promising faster meals and a greener footprint by taking to the skies.
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's newly painted black border wall in Texas faces scathing criticism from locals and experts who claim the dark colour makes it hotter and ironically easier for migrants to scale, dubbing it a multi-million dollar 'politic
Exclusive investigation reveals how a network of private donors, supporting Donald Trump, is financing immigration detention facilities, raising serious ethical and legal questions over the privatisation of border enforcement.
Experts warn of a severe flea epidemic sweeping UK homes due to unusually warm and humid conditions. Learn how to protect your family and pets from these resilient parasites.
The Trump administration announces a major policy shift to deny asylum to migrants who cross the US-Mexico border illegally, a move set to spark legal challenges and intensify border control measures.
Discover professional, humane methods to deter nuisance pigeons from invading your green space and destroying your plants. Expert tips for a pigeon-free garden.
A US border patrol agent was fatally struck by a vehicle during an immigration stop in Texas, sparking outrage and calls for stricter border security measures.
A heated anti-immigration rally in Australia has reignited debates over border control, as demonstrators clash with counter-protesters amid rising political tensions.
Snoop Dogg has been barred from entering the UK due to a previous criminal conviction, sparking debate over border policies and celebrity treatment.
France announces new immigration measures to curb illegal entries, sparking debates on border security and international relations.