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2025 UK Bank Holidays: Six Key Dates Revealed

Discover how the shifting bank holiday dates in 2025 will create unique three-day weekends and impact your planning across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

ECB Holds Rates Steady Amid Inflation Concerns

The European Central Bank maintains its record-high interest rates at 4.25% despite slowing inflation, signalling ongoing concerns about price stability across the eurozone economy.

Bank of England gold at risk in security strike

Exclusive: The Bank of England faces an unprecedented security crisis as guards protecting Britain's £200 billion gold reserves prepare to walk out over pay disputes, raising alarm about the safety of the nation's wealth.

Powell resists Trump pressure on interest rates

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell pushes back against Donald Trump's demands for interest rate cuts, asserting the central bank's independence amid political pressure and economic uncertainty.

NatWest Announces Major Banking Overhaul

NatWest Group reveals strategic transformation plan affecting Ulster Bank operations, customer services, and regional banking infrastructure across the UK and Ireland.

Australian Banks Slash Thousands of ATMs Amid Cash Decline

Westpac, Commonwealth Bank and ANZ are dramatically reducing their ATM networks across Australia as cash transactions plummet, leaving regional communities and vulnerable customers concerned about access to essential banking services.

I watched a woman steal £1,500 from my bank account

Shocking footage reveals how brazen thieves are using sophisticated distraction techniques to empty victims' bank accounts in seconds. One woman lost her entire savings during a routine shopping trip.

Lloyds Group Shutters 53 More Bank Branches

Major banking group announces fresh wave of branch closures across England, Scotland and Wales as customers shift to digital banking, leaving communities concerned about access to cash.

October Bank Holiday Opening Hours Guide 2024

Don't get caught out this October bank holiday! Our complete guide reveals opening times for major supermarkets, retail stores, and essential services across the UK.

Trump's Nixon-Style Fed Attack Shakes Global Economy

Former President Donald Trump's unprecedented pressure campaign on the Federal Reserve draws alarming parallels to Richard Nixon's 1970s interference, raising fears of political independence erosion and economic instability.

Powell Defends Fed Independence Amid Trump Pressure

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers unprecedented testimony, defending the central bank's autonomy amid mounting political pressure from the Trump White House over interest rate policy.

Queenstown's Last Bank Closes, Isolating Tasmanian Town

The historic mining town of Queenstown on Tasmania's remote west coast is set to lose its last bank, as Bendigo Bank confirms the permanent closure of its local branch, leaving residents and businesses facing a 180km round trip for essential financial ser

Davey: Farage Bank Row with Musk a 'Sideshow'

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has branded the controversy surrounding Nigel Farage's bank account closure, which drew commentary from Elon Musk, a distraction from the UK's real issues.

Bank of America Forecasts Gold Surge to $3,000/oz

Bank of America forecasts gold could surge to $3,000 per ounce, driven by central bank buying and macroeconomic trends. This analysis highlights a pivotal moment for London's AIM-listed gold miners and the metal's enduring appeal.

Lloyds slashes free overdraft from £250 to £50

Lloyds Banking Group shocks customers by reducing its interest-free overdraft buffer from £250 to a mere £50 from November, impacting millions across Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland accounts.

Shocking New Bank Scam Drains Accounts Without Detection

UK banking customers are being targeted by sophisticated 'withdrawal' scam that bypasses security. Victims report losing thousands as fraudsters exploit system loopholes. Essential reading to protect your savings.

Reeves to Seize Russian Assets for Ukraine

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces bold plan to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's rebuilding efforts, aligning with G7 allies and signalling a tougher stance on Kremlin-linked wealth.

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