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Why a Financial Planner is Worth the Fee

Discover the five key, non-financial benefits of hiring a financial planner, from gaining a second opinion to creating a vital succession plan for your family.

Dad died after 34-hour wait for antibiotics

A disabled father died of sepsis after waiting 34 hours for IV antibiotics at Bassetlaw Hospital. An ombudsman ruled his death was preventable. Read the full investigation.

Labour Launches £2m Fund to Regulate Mutuals Sector

The Labour government launches a £2m fund for a new regulator to oversee mutuals and co-operatives, aiming to boost consumer trust and sector growth. Discover the implications for UK businesses.

Hospital failed to tell father he was terminally ill

A hospital failed to inform a dying father-of-seven about his terminal prognosis, falsely reassuring him he would recover. The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman found a 'worrying lack of accountability'. Read the full investigation.

The High Cost of Freedom at 55

At 55, Lina feels her marriage is over but fears the financial implications of leaving. Money educator Vanessa Stoykov advises on gaining financial clarity before making a life-changing decision.

Money Confidence Gap Hinders UK Workers

New research reveals a stark money confidence gap in the UK, where professionals from less privileged backgrounds feel less financially secure even on identical salaries. Discover how to build financial resilience.

6 Red Flags of Financial Infidelity

Expert reveals the hidden signs of financial cheating in relationships. Discover how to spot deceit over money and protect your financial future. Learn more.

New Energy Rules: Debt Relief & Complaint Powers

Consumer rights expert Martyn James explains major energy rule changes including £500m debt relief, faster ombudsman access, and improved complaint handling. Learn how these reforms impact your bills.

Medomsley Detention Centre Abuse Scandal Revealed

Shocking report exposes decades of systematic abuse at Medomsley Detention Centre, where hundreds of young men suffered under Britain's worst sex offender. Read the full investigation.

US Congress seeks emergency funds from Hartford amid crisis

In an extraordinary turn of events, members of the United States Congress have been compelled to seek emergency financial assistance from Hartford, Connecticut, as political gridlock leaves them without pay. This unprecedented situation reveals deepening

FCA's £4bn Car Finance Scheme 'Robbing Victims'

Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority's proposed compensation scheme for the car finance mis-selling scandal faces massive backlash for potentially short-changing victims out of billions.

Money Silence Crisis: Costing Brits Thousands

New research reveals Britain's dangerous silence around money matters is creating financial distress, relationship breakdowns, and mental health crises across the nation.

Court Revives Challenge to Trump-Era CFPB Director

A federal appeals court has revived a legal challenge questioning the legitimacy of a Trump-era director's appointment to America's Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, creating fresh uncertainty for the agency.

HSBC sued over Bernie Madoff profits in major lawsuit

HSBC confronts explosive legal action alleging the banking giant knowingly profited from Bernie Madoff's notorious Ponzi scheme while ignoring clear warning signs in the largest fraud in Wall Street history.

UK Savings Crisis: Investment Scams Surge 42%

Exclusive investigation reveals British savers lost over £1.2 billion to sophisticated investment scams in the past year, with fake cryptocurrency schemes leading the devastating surge in financial fraud.

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