FAW withdraws support for Infantino re-election
The Football Association of Wales has withdrawn support for Gianni Infantino's FIFA re-election, citing governance failures and his controversial World Cup sell-off plans.
Category : Finance
Martin Lewis urges credit card switch to save £120
Martin Lewis urges Brits to switch to a 0% balance transfer credit card to save £120 a year on £1,000 debt, recommending HSBC and Virgin Money deals.
Glasgow ends Commonwealth Games with fireworks
The 2026 Commonwealth Games ended in Glasgow with a closing ceremony featuring Simple Minds, fireworks over the Clyde and the handover to Amdavad for 2030.
Liverpool ratings: Two 4s as Reds collapse in Leeds defeat
Liverpool conceded four goals in a second-half collapse as Leeds United came from behind to win 4-2 at Soldier Field, ending the Reds' US tour on a sour note.
State pensioners over 70 can get an extra £8,430 per year
Over-70s can get an extra £8,433 a year on average from an annuity on top of their DWP state pension, as annuity rates reach an 18-year high, Standard Life says.
State pensioners face benefit cuts after 28 days in hospital
People on State Pension could lose some benefits after 28 days in hospital under a little-known DWP rule, but their pension itself keeps being paid.
Finucane stunned by Gethin Jones flag request
Gethin Jones left Emma Finucane speechless by asking her to carry the Welsh flag at the Commonwealth Games closing ceremony after her historic four gold medals.
HMRC Fuel Rates for September to Be Confirmed Within Weeks
HMRC will confirm new advisory fuel rates for September 1 within weeks, affecting company car drivers. Current rates range from 14p to 26p per mile.
EuroMillions: £14m jackpot rolls over after no winning ticket in February 3 draw
No ticket matched all EuroMillions numbers on February 3, so the £14m jackpot rolls over. A UK player won £336,942.40.
State pensioners set for £539 boost in triple lock rise
New state pensioners are on track for an extra £539 a year as the Triple Lock points to a 4.3% rise, though final figures are due in September.
Over-65s keep £20,000 Cash ISA limit under reforms
Over-65s and state pensioners will keep the full £20,000 Cash ISA allowance, while under-65s see their limit cut to £12,000 under new rules from April 2027.
HMRC sends £1,000 cheques for marriage tax allowance
Backdated Marriage Tax Allowance claims can bring a £1,000 HMRC cheque for eligible married couples and civil partners, covering up to four prior tax years.
HMRC hits pensioners with £33-a-month charges under new rule
State pensioners earning over £35,000 will repay winter fuel payments via HMRC tax codes, with deductions of £33 a month unless they opt out.
State pensioners can get £21,330 tax-free with HMRC rules
State pensioners can raise their tax-free Personal Allowance to £21,330 by combining Marriage Allowance and Rent-a-Room, two legal HMRC rules, if eligible.
UK workers told to check tax code or risk £689
HMRC is sending tax repayment letters, but employees must check their payslip tax code; average overpayment is £689, errors are legally the worker's responsibility.
HMRC collects £800,000 in ISA fines as savers fall foul of complex rules
HMRC collected £800k in ISA fines last year, totalling £3m over three years, as savers make costly errors. Critics warn new allowance cuts add complexity.
Bumper £1,930.40 August state pension payouts for under-77s
Some state pensioners under 77 can receive two DWP payments totalling up to £1,930.40 in August 2026, depending on their National Insurance number.
Leicester City receive six-point deduction for financial rules breach
Leicester City are deducted six points for breaching Premier League financial rules, leaving them in the Championship relegation zone on goal difference.
Neil Fachie wins seventh Commonwealth Games gold after crash
Neil Fachie recovered from a dramatic crash in the deciding race to beat Wales and win a record seventh Commonwealth Games gold at Glasgow 2026.
HMRC tax warning for pensioners with £1,000 savings
State pensioners with £1,000 in savings could face an unexpected HMRC tax bill, as even small interest pushes income over the £12,570 Personal Allowance.
Victorian £10 note tipped to fetch £26,000 at auction
A rare 1895 Bank of England £10 note could sell for £26,000 at auction, with other historic notes including £5 and £2 issues also on offer.
DWP confirms £86 weekly extra for state pensioners
State pensioners in England, Scotland and Wales with a severe disability can claim an extra £86.05 a week through Pension Credit after April's 3.8% uplift.
DWP £965 State Pension August payments for under-77s
New state pensioners aged under 77 can receive up to £965.20 from the DWP every four weeks in August, following the 4.8% triple lock increase.
Hundreds face £100,000 tax bills after pension withdrawal
Hundreds of retired Brits have been hit with tax bills of almost £100,000 after making single large pension withdrawals, new analysis of FCA data shows.
Wirtz confirms Iraola talks over Liverpool central role
Florian Wirtz has held talks with Andoni Iraola about a more central role this season, as he opens up on his first, disappointing year at Liverpool.
Premium Bond August draw moved to Monday after weekend delay
Premium Bond holders will learn August draw results later than usual after NS&I moved the draw to Monday August 3, with the two £1m winners announced that day.
Funeral held for rugby player who died after training
Hundreds gathered in South Africa for the funeral of Luqobo 'Bibo' Makwedini, the 20-year-old Béziers prop who died in France following a training session.
Iraola confirms Liverpool trio return as Munoz cuts short
Andoni Iraola has revealed when Victor Munoz, Alisson Becker and Alexis Mac Allister will join Liverpool's pre-season, with Munoz returning early for training.
Steven Gerrard reveals doubts that halted his Rangers return
Steven Gerrard has backed Derek McInnes to restore Rangers and revealed how doubts over recruitment and family made him reject an Ibrox return.
Shittu loses Commonwealth gold in boxing controversy
England's Dimeji Shittu was left 'robbed' after a controversial defeat to India's Ankush Panghal in the Commonwealth Games men's 80kg boxing final in Glasgow.
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