Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group launches a sweeping operational review, putting 1,600 roles under consultation while simultaneously creating 830 new positions in a strategic shift towards enhanced digital services.
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey expresses grave concerns about Donald Trump's potential influence on the US Federal Reserve's independence, warning of significant global economic implications.
Halifax confirms 13 more bank branches will permanently close by early 2025, dealing another blow to the UK's struggling high streets. See the full list of affected locations and dates.
Exclusive: The UK's cash machine network is collapsing at an alarming rate, with over 1,500 free-to-use ATMs vanishing in just six months. LINK, the cash access body, warns this threatens to leave vulnerable communities stranded in an increasingly cashles
High street giant NatWest Group announces another wave of closures, shutting 26 branches across England, Scotland, and Wales in 2024, citing a dramatic shift to online banking.
Poundland confirms 11 additional UK stores are set to close permanently in 2024, following a strategic review by parent company Pepco. Discover the full list of affected locations and what it means for the high street.
NatWest Group has confirmed it will shut down 55 of its high street branches across the UK in 2024, citing a major shift towards online and mobile banking. This move impacts communities from London to rural Scotland.
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.
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.
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.
A prominent UK supermarket chain is set to close 60 stores and cut hundreds of jobs in a drastic restructuring plan aimed at reducing costs and adapting to changing consumer habits.
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.
Essential guide to altered DWP payment schedules for Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefits due to the August Bank Holiday. Plan your finances and avoid unexpected delays.
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.
Tennis superstar Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the National Bank Open in Toronto, citing fatigue. The 24-time Grand Slam champion's withdrawal raises questions about his preparation for the upcoming US Open.
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.
Another major blow to the UK High Street as a beloved fashion retailer announces the closure of 35 stores, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. Discover if your local store is affected.
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