UK banking stocks suffered a dramatic sell-off following reports that Rachel Reeves is considering a new windfall tax on lenders in the upcoming autumn budget. The proposal, aimed at funding national priorities, sent shockwaves through the financial secto
A new report reveals the staggering cost of the Bank of England's quantitative easing programme, with taxpayers facing a bill of up to £200 billion, intensifying calls for a windfall tax on banks.
The London Stock Exchange's premier index, the FTSE 100, is poised for a significant quarterly reshuffle. Insurance giant Aviva and mining titan Anglo American are set to be demoted, while online car marketplace Auto Trader is on track for promotion, refl
A trusted NatWest manager who brazenly stole £344,000 from his own bank vault in a meticulously planned daytime robbery has been jailed for three years and four months.
London's FTSE 100 index suffers significant losses as Rolls-Royce shares plummet 9% and Burberry issues profit warning, triggering widespread market anxiety.
Brits face a mammoth 58-day wait for the next Bank Holiday after the late May break. Discover the exact date and how to plan for the long stretch.
In a dramatic reversal, US restaurant chain Cracker Barrel abandons its controversial logo redesign mere hours after launch. The swift backtrack follows a ferocious investor and customer backlash, triggering a remarkable surge in the company's share price
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.
London's FTSE 100 experienced a dramatic session with Rolls-Royce and Ocado leading gains, while mining stocks faced sharp declines. Get the full market analysis and closing figures.
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.
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.
JD Sports Fashion faced a severe market sell-off, with shares crashing over 20%, after its key supplier Nike issued a stark warning about slowing sales and a new cost-cutting plan, sending shockwaves through the London retail sector.
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.
Asian shares and European futures fall sharply as investors await Fed Chair Jerome Powell's key Jackson Hole speech. Markets brace for hawkish tones on US interest rates, with the FTSE 100 set for a lower open. Live updates on global market reaction and a
Exclusive: A stark warning has been issued to UK investors hoping to hold cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin in a tax-free ISA. Experts reveal the one major pitfall that could see savers lose their valuable allowance and face a hefty tax bill.
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.
High street stalwart WH Smith issues a severe profit warning, wiping over £180m off its market value as North American travel business struggles.
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.