2026 UK Bank Holiday Dates: Your Complete Guide
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.
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2026 UK Bank Holiday Dates: Your Complete Calendar
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.
Man's bank accounts frozen, shows zero balance
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.
2026 UK Bank Holiday Dates Confirmed
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.
2026 Bank Holiday dates confirmed for UK
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.
Iran appoints new central bank chief after rial hits record low
Iran appoints Abdolnasser Hemmati as central bank governor following mass protests triggered by the rial's record fall and 40% inflation. The move aims to stabilise the currency and control soaring prices.
2026 Bank Holidays: Full List and Date Changes
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.
Bulgaria adopts the euro on 1 January 2026
Bulgaria prepares to swap the lev for the euro, becoming the 21st eurozone member. Explore the public's mixed reactions and what this means for the EU's southeast frontier.
UK Bank Holiday Changes for 2026 and 2027 Confirmed
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.
DWP pays benefits early for millions over Christmas
Millions in the UK will receive DWP payments like Universal Credit and State Pension early due to the Christmas bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
California's 'Radiation Fog' Explained: Not Dangerous
A dense 'radiation fog' has blanketed California's Central Valley for weeks, sparking online fears. Scientists clarify it's a natural weather event, not nuclear radiation. Read the full explanation.
ECB Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Economic Upturn
The European Central Bank keeps its key rate at 2% for a fourth consecutive meeting. Signs of modest growth and persistent inflation allow policymakers to pause. Read the full analysis.
Bessent pushes for Fed 'veto' on regional presidents
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent proposes a three-year residency rule for Federal Reserve bank presidents, potentially increasing White House influence over the independent central bank. Read the full analysis.
Lagarde warns EU economy geared for 'disappearing world'
ECB President Christine Lagarde warns Europe's economic model is vulnerable to global shifts. Discover the reforms needed to spur growth and counter protectionism.
Atlanta Fed President Bostic Steps Down
Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic announces retirement, creating a key vacancy as Trump administration pressures the central bank. Read the full analysis.
Civil servants forced into independence paper meetings
Scottish Government officials have been compelled to attend multiple meetings to accelerate work on a new independence prospectus, sparking concerns about civil service neutrality and taxpayer resources being used for constitutional campaigning.
Bank Governor faces backlash over mortgage comments
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 Urgent Warning: £120k Lost in Courier Scam
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.
106 UK Bank Branches Face Closure in Major Shakeup
Britain's banking crisis deepens as major lenders announce 106 new branch closures across England, Scotland and Wales, leaving communities fighting for financial survival.
Fourth US Bank Collapses as First Republic Fails
First Republic Bank becomes latest casualty in American banking turmoil, with JPMorgan acquiring assets in dramatic federal intervention following SVB, Signature and Silvergate failures.
Netflix Exposes Master Thief Who Robbed Banks Unarmed
A groundbreaking Netflix documentary reveals the astonishing story of a Seattle bank robber who stole millions using pure psychology and never carried a weapon.
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.
INIU Pocket Rocket: The Ultimate Slim Power Bank Review
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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.
Full List of UK Bank Branches Closing in 2024
Major UK banks announce sweeping branch closures across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - is your local bank on the list?
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.
Lloyds Bank explains customer access problems
Lloyds Banking Group explains ongoing technical issues affecting mobile and online services, with customers reporting login problems and payment failures.
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.
DWP's New PIP Fraud Checks Target Bank Accounts
Exclusive: The DWP is implementing new fraud detection measures for PIP claimants, including monitoring bank accounts and savings. Here's what you need to know about the changes.
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