Cash Crisis: 53% of UK's Free ATMs Vanish Since 2018
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's alarming cash access crisis as free ATMs disappear and bank branches shut down, hitting vulnerable communities hardest. Regulatory action demanded.
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Treasury Responds to Missing £299 Cost of Living Payments
The Treasury has issued a statement addressing widespread complaints from vulnerable claimants who did not receive the latest £299 DWP Cost of Living payment, leaving many in severe financial distress.
ANZ Bank fined record £240m for charging deceased customers
ANZ Bank has been hit with a monumental £240 million penalty for a litany of serious failures, including charging fees to deceased customers. The Federal Court condemns the bank's 'widespread' and 'systemic' misconduct.
FCA: UK Finance's Old Tech Poses 'Significant' Risk
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has raised a major red flag, revealing that a large portion of the nation's finance sector is dangerously reliant on outdated technology, posing a severe threat to operational resilience and consumer protection.
Self-Employed Crisis: Millions Without Sick Pay Safety Net
Exclusive investigation reveals how 3.5 million self-employed workers are left financially vulnerable with no statutory sick pay protection amid rising illness rates.
Reform UK to Strip FCA of Banking Powers if Elected
Reform UK announces radical manifesto pledge to abolish the Financial Conduct Authority's power to regulate banks, promising a bonfire of red tape for the financial sector.
New Rule Lets Banks Hide Signs of Financial Distress
A controversial new regulation permits UK banks to temporarily hide key indicators of financial instability, sparking debate between consumer protection and financial stability.
Teacher avoids ban after drink-driving conviction
A primary school teacher from the West Midlands avoided a driving ban after being caught drink-driving, with the court accepting her 'exceptional hardship' plea to keep her job.
Rugby Australia's $80m Debt Crisis Puts Future in Jeopardy
Rugby Australia is battling a staggering $80m debt. The upcoming British & Irish Lions tour and a new broadcast deal are now critical to saving the sport from financial ruin.
Why Britain Isn't Ready to Ditch Cash
As the UK races towards a cashless future, a growing movement of consumers, experts, and activists are pushing back. Discover the compelling financial, psychological, and societal reasons why cold, hard cash isn't ready for the history books just yet.
UK's Cash Exodus: The Rapid Rise of the Cashless Society
Exclusive research reveals the UK's rapid shift towards a cashless society, uncovering the regions and demographics leading the charge and those at risk of being left behind.
Bank forgives £1m debt for terminally ill cancer patient
Bank of Scotland clears £1,000,000 debt for terminally ill cancer patient Ian Pritchard after his emotional appeal went viral. Discover how this act of compassion brought relief to a family facing unimaginable hardship.
Thousands Lose Life Savings in Australian Super Fund Collapse
Exclusive: A major superannuation fund collapse has wiped out the life savings of thousands of Australians, sparking government scrutiny and a desperate fight for justice. Discover the full story.
Wellness App Offers High-Interest Loans to Low-Paid Workers
Exclusive investigation reveals UK financial wellbeing app targets vulnerable low-wage workers with costly credit products, raising serious ethical concerns about the fintech sector.
FCA Reviews Rules as Top Enforcer Joins Hedge Fund
The Financial Conduct Authority launches an urgent review into its conflict of interest policies after its former head of enforcement, Therese Chambers, takes a senior role at a US hedge fund, raising serious concerns about the City's 'revolving door' cul
Unseen Photos of Black Britain's Great Depression
A powerful new photographic archive surfaces, casting light on the resilience and overlooked narratives of Black communities across the UK during the 1930s economic collapse.
FCA Alert: Protect Your Money From Clone Firm Scams
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority issues an urgent warning as sophisticated 'clone firm' investment scams skyrocket, with criminals stealing millions from UK savers. Learn how to spot the red flags.
Census Data Exposes England's Deep North-South Financial Divide
Exclusive analysis of the 2021 census by Northumbria University exposes a stark financial divide in England and Wales, with soaring energy bills and widespread economic hardship.
FCA Investigates Aberdeen Over Dubai Operations Compliance
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority launches an investigation into Aberdeen's Dubai operations, raising serious questions about oversight in the emirate's burgeoning financial district and compliance with international standards.
Girl, 11, sells toys to feed family in cost-of-living crisis
An 11-year-old girl from Telford is forced to sell her childhood toys to help her struggling family buy food, as the UK's cost-of-living crisis pushes households to breaking point.
WASPI Women: 'We Feel Totally Abandoned' Over Pensions
Millions of WASPI women demand justice as they face financial ruin due to state pension age changes. Exclusive interviews reveal heartbreaking stories of retirement dreams shattered.
Mortgage Nightmare After Bank's System Error Empties Account
Exclusive: A UK homeowner reveals how a devastating banking glitch left him unable to pay his mortgage, pushing him to the brink of financial ruin and highlighting a growing crisis in customer service failures.
Parents skip meals to afford school uniforms
A new survey highlights the financial strain on families in England as parents sacrifice meals to pay for school uniforms. Experts warn of a growing crisis in education affordability.
Universal Credit stopped over £1.50 debt
A man's Universal Credit payments were abruptly stopped due to a tiny £1.50 debt, leaving him in financial turmoil. Discover how the DWP's strict policies are affecting claimants.
Students work full-time as loans fall short
Soaring living costs leave university students struggling to survive on government loans, with many taking on excessive work hours just to afford rent and food.
Single mum spared jail for stealing £16k to feed kids
A desperate single mother who stole £16,000 from her employer to feed her children has avoided prison after a judge showed mercy, citing her 'exceptional circumstances'.
FCA warns of rising financial scams in UK
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a stark warning about increasing financial scams targeting UK consumers. Learn how to spot and avoid these fraudulent schemes.
Citizens Advice Calls for FOS Reform Amid Delays
Citizens Advice urges an overhaul of the Financial Ombudsman Service, citing delays and inefficiencies as consumer complaints surge.
£4,500 raised for stranded Brits in UAE
A crowdfunding campaign has raised £4,500 to assist British expats in the UAE facing financial hardship and unable to return home. Advocates call for government intervention.
UK pensioners face poverty as housing costs soar
Thousands of elderly Britons are being pushed into financial hardship due to skyrocketing rents and inadequate benefits, warns a new report.
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