American's Confusion Over UK Bank Notes Explained
An American visitor was left puzzled by different UK banknotes. We explain the history of Scottish and Northern Irish notes, why some shops refuse them, and the ongoing debate about cash in Britain.
An American visitor was left puzzled by different UK banknotes. We explain the history of Scottish and Northern Irish notes, why some shops refuse them, and the ongoing debate about cash in Britain.
Video shows dozens of masked, armed men assaulting a 67-year-old deaf Palestinian in the occupied West Bank. The attack highlights the surge in settler violence.
Lloyds Bank is offering a £250 payment to customers who switch accounts. Find out if you qualify by checking your statements for a key two-word phrase.
Plan your year with the official 2026 UK bank holiday calendar. See all confirmed dates for England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, including the next day off.
Plan your year with the official 2026 UK bank holiday calendar. Find out when England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland get their next well-deserved day off.
MPs push for a new summer bank holiday in July 2027 to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of King Aethelstan uniting England. Could you get an extra day off?
Calls grow for a new summer bank holiday in 2027 to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of King Aethelstan uniting England. Could you get an extra day off?
An Australian man saw his bank accounts drained to zero after Heritage Bank froze them. He shares the shocking story and the bank's response. Read more about this banking scare.
An Australian man woke to find all his money gone after Heritage Bank froze his accounts. The bank apologised for the scare, blaming an unread email. Read the full story.
The UK government has confirmed the 2026 bank holiday calendar, revealing an eight to ten-day break depending on region. Critics brand the long summer gap 'ludicrous'. See the full list of dates here.
The government has published the 2026 bank holiday calendar, revealing an eight to ten-day break depending on location. Critics slam the 'ludicrous' summer gap in England and Wales. See all the dates here.
Lloyds Banking Group confirms 16 branch closures next month, with 55 more to follow. Discover the full list and the reasons behind the move as digital banking soars.
Thieves drilled into a German bank vault over the holidays, stealing property worth up to €90 million from safety deposit boxes. Police are investigating one of the country's largest heists.
Plan your year ahead with the official 2026 bank holiday calendar for England and Wales. Discover which dates are moving, including Boxing Day, and mark your diary.
Your complete guide to the 2026 bank holidays for England and Wales. Discover the eight dates, including a moved Boxing Day and early Easter. Plan your year now.
The UK government has confirmed changes to bank holidays for 2026 and 2027, with Boxing Day moving and an extra festive day off in 2027. Plan your annual leave now.
The UK government has confirmed the 2026 bank holiday calendar. Key change sees Boxing Day shift to December 28. Plan your year ahead with the full list of dates for England, Wales, Scotland, and NI.
Lloyds Bank is offering a £200 cash incentive for switching to a Club Lloyds account, but the offer ends on Wednesday, December 17. Find out eligibility and act fast.
Major safety recall for 210,000 INIU power banks sold on Amazon. Stop using immediately due to fire and burn hazards. Check your model and serial number now for a full refund.
Lloyds Bank confirms £15 Deliveroo vouchers for Student Account holders. Learn the qualifying rules and when to expect the email. Plus, details on a £200 switch offer.
Lloyds Banking Group will close 71 branches across its Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland brands in 2026. See the full list of affected locations and your alternative banking options.
Homeowners in Australia face a prolonged period of high interest rates as ANZ abandons plans for cuts. The RBA holds the cash rate at 3.6% amid stubborn inflation. Read the full analysis.
Manchester United became the first Premier League team affected by a new penalty rule change after Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta was allowed to retake his spot-kick. Discover the details behind this historic decision.
Bart Verbruggen's stoppage-time penalty save secured Brighton a dramatic 2-1 victory over Brentford in Fabian Hurzeler's 50th match. Read the full match report and reaction.
ANZ Bank agrees to a record $240 million penalty for widespread misconduct, including mishandled bond sales and fees charged to deceased customers. CEO Nuno Matos faces parliamentary scrutiny.
The Blackpool Big Food Project, providing 17,000 meals weekly, may close within months without urgent donations. Help save this vital community lifeline.
TSB Bank reports a 38.2% surge in pre-tax profits to £270.6m for 2025's first nine months as it prepares for its £2.9bn acquisition by Santander. Discover the full financial story.
Israel's President demands an end to 'shocking' settler violence in the West Bank after a surge in attacks. Read the latest on the escalating tensions and official reactions.
Andrew Bailey's suggestion that struggling homeowners should 'just absorb' higher mortgage payments sparks outrage as Nationwide reports significant payment increases for thousands.
Lloyds Bank reveals sophisticated courier fraud is sweeping the UK, with victims losing life-changing sums. Learn how to spot the warning signs and protect your savings.