A would-be robber's attempt to hold up a Halifax branch was comically thwarted after the cashier couldn't read his scribbled demand note. The bungling criminal, Anthony Denning, is now behind bars after the farcical incident in Southport.
Lloyds Banking Group is dramatically reducing its interest-free overdraft buffer from £300 to just £50 for millions of customers from November, a move experts warn will hit struggling households hardest.
Major banking giants NatWest and Halifax announce the closure of 39 UK branches in 2025, citing a dramatic shift to online banking. Full list of affected locations and what it means for customers.
Plan your year ahead! Here is the full, confirmed list of 2025 bank holidays for England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, including key dates for your diary.
Plan your essential shopping this Late May Bank Holiday. Our complete guide details the revised opening times for all major UK supermarkets, including Tesco, Asda, Lidl, and Sainsbury's, to help you avoid a wasted trip.
Exclusive CCTV footage reveals the audacious moment a lone robber used a stolen bank card to drain a victim's account in a busy Westminster branch. Police are hunting the suspect in a fresh appeal to the public.
Brits are set to bask in a late August heatwave this Bank Holiday weekend, with the Met Office predicting temperatures could soar to a sweltering 30°C in parts of the country.
Discover the best things to do in London this August Bank Holiday weekend 2025. From Notting Hill Carnival and open-air cinema to family-friendly festivals and river cruises, our expert guide has you covered.
Don't get caught out this Bank Holiday Monday. Our complete guide details the opening hours for all major UK supermarkets, including Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Aldi, Sainsbury's, and Morrisons.
Your complete guide to supermarket opening times this Late May Bank Holiday Monday. Plan your shopping at Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Aldi, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and M&S.
Expert reveals the three common bank holiday travel blunders that could leave you stranded and out of pocket. Discover how to avoid the traffic nightmare and save your long weekend.
Get the latest Met Office forecast for the Late May Bank Holiday weekend. Discover which UK counties will bask in sunshine and which should keep an umbrella handy.
Millions of Universal Credit and benefit claimants across the UK are being alerted to crucial changes in payment dates due to the upcoming August Bank Holiday. The Department for Work and Pensions has issued guidance to ensure recipients avoid financial d
Don't get caught out this May bank holiday! Our complete guide to supermarket opening times for Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Aldi, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and M&S across the UK.
Britain faces a perfect storm of transport misery this August Bank Holiday weekend. Millions of travellers are hit by severe delays on major motorways like the M25 and M5, compounded by fresh rail strikes, setting the stage for one of the most disruptive
UK drivers are being warned that common Bank Holiday mistakes could invalidate their car insurance, leading to massive fines and unprotected vehicles. Experts reveal the costly errors to avoid.
A former Lloyds Bank manager from Derby has been sentenced to prison after orchestrating a sophisticated fraud, stealing £2.4 million from elderly and vulnerable customers over a seven-year period.
Your complete guide to August Bank Holiday 2025 trading hours. Find out when major supermarkets like Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury's will be open, plus pub hours and which shops will be trading.
Your essential guide to the best things to do in London over the August Bank Holiday 2025 weekend. Discover top events, food festivals, family activities, and hidden gems.
Plan your August Bank Holiday 2025 feasts! Get the complete guide to McDonald's UK opening hours, including drive-thru info and delivery options for the long weekend.
Plan your August Bank Holiday 2025 shopping with our complete guide to Morrisons' opening hours. Find out when stores and petrol stations are open across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Plan your August Bank Holiday 2025 shopping with our complete guide to Tesco's opening hours. Find out when your local Tesco Extra, Superstore, and Express will be open or closed.
In a landmark move for Southeast Asian finance, Thailand's top banks eliminate burdensome fees for overseas payments, boosting tourism and digital banking competitiveness.
Official data reveals a dramatic 0.9% fall in UK house prices for November 2023, the steepest monthly decline since 2012. Experts warn of a 'cooling market' as high mortgage rates and economic pressures bite.
New official figures from the Office for National Statistics show UK house price growth slowed to just 0.2% annually, with London experiencing the most significant downturn. We analyse the regional trends and what it means for homeowners and buyers.
Get ready for the August Bank Holiday weekend with Waitrose Cellar's incredible offer. Save £25 on mixed cases of wine, champagne and prosecco, with prices starting from just £43.99. Perfect for hosting.
Don't miss out on the best wine deals this Bank Holiday weekend. Our guide reveals the top discounts and offers from major UK supermarkets to elevate your celebrations without breaking the bank.
A major fire has broken out in Halifax, sending plumes of thick black smoke across the town. Emergency services are on site tackling the blaze. Read for live updates.
UK inflation falls to 3.4%, its lowest in over two years, easing pressure on the Bank of England. Experts weigh in on what this means for interest rates and household budgets.
Lloyds Banking Group announces the closure of 45 branches across the UK, impacting Halifax and Bank of Scotland customers. Find out the locations and what alternatives are available.