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Revolut secures full UK banking license – what does it mean for customers?
Revolut is now an official UK bank, following a four-year struggle to get regulatory approval. What will the move mean for customers, and is Revolut a good home for your cash?
By Daniel Hilton Published
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MPs launch inquiry into ‘unfair’ student loans – what will be looked at?
The Treasury Committee will look at whether repayment terms are reasonable for students amid major discontentment among graduates
By Sam Walker Published
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The best cash ISAs – March 2026
Savings The best cash ISAs can help you make the most of your tax-free savings. Take advantage of top rates before they disappear, ahead of the new tax year
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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The commuter hotspots offering affordable homes and cheap travel. Is your local area on the list?
Savills has compiled a list of commuter hotspots offering cheap train travel and affordable housing
By Sam Walker Published
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Heating oil prices surge over 120% after Iran war – will the government step in?
The price of heating oil, used by some in rural areas to warm their homes, has surged following conflict in the Middle East.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Wildlife to replace historical figures on UK banknotes
It's goodbye to Shakespeare, Churchill and Austen on banknotes as the public votes for wildlife to feature instead. What wildlife do you want to see on them?
By Sam Walker Published
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Edinburgh Worldwide seeks end to Saba saga by offering shareholders cash exit and SpaceX upside
Edinburgh Worldwide’s board is offering shareholders a cash exit as well as uplift from SpaceX’s anticipated IPO, following Saba Capital's activism.
By Dan McEvoy Published
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The best one-year fixed savings accounts – earn up to 4.35%
Savings One-year fixed savings accounts are offering inflation-beating rates of up to 4.35%. We've rounded up the best deals available on the market now
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Could defence stocks protect your portfolio from market disruption?
Defence stocks are seeing heightened investor interest as the Middle East conflict intensifies
By Dan McEvoy Published
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The top 10 most expensive streets in the UK revealed - do you live on one?
Buying a property on one of the most expensive streets in the UK will set you back by £12million. Where is it and which streets feature in the top 10 most expensive streets in the UK?
By Sam Walker Published
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Three simple inheritance tax mistakes could cost your family £100,000s – are you missing out?
About 3,700 more deaths resulted in inheritance tax in 2022-2023, according to the latest data from HMRC. But some families are paying more IHT than they need to because they are not taking advantage of valuable loopholes. We explain how.
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Saba launches investment trust ETF
Activist investor Saba Capital Management has launched an exchange-traded fund that offers exposure to discounted UK investment trusts
By Dan McEvoy Published
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Nationwide launches two new savings accounts and boosts rates on four ISAs – are they worth it?
Nationwide Building Society has updated its savings range but how competitive are the interest rates?
By Sam Walker Published
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Private dentistry review launched – how you can cut costs
The private dentistry study comes after the chancellor raised concerns over the cost of private dental care
By Sam Walker Published
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One million more pensioners set to pay income tax in 2031 – how to lower your bill
Hundreds of thousands of pensioners will be dragged into paying income tax due to an ongoing freeze to tax bands, forecasts suggest
By Sam Walker Published
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Stock market circuit breaker: Why did Korean shares pause trading?
The fallout from the conflict in the Middle East hit the Korean stock market on 4 March, with shares forced to temporarily stop trading. What is a stock market circuit breaker, and why did the KOSPI trigger one?
By Dan McEvoy Published
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FCA to lift pause on car finance complaints in May 2026
The FCA will lift the pause on car finance complaints on 31 May 2026. It is important that complaints are now dealt with promptly, the regulator said
By Laura Miller Last updated
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The UK regions with the highest proportion of homes above the inheritance tax threshold
High house prices are pushing more families into the inheritance tax trap across the country
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Rachel Reeves's Spring Statement – live analysis and commentary
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement today (3 March). What was announced?
By Sam Walker Last updated
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Pensioners ‘running down larger pots’ to avoid inheritance tax as rule change looms
Changes to inheritance tax (IHT) rules for unused pension pots from April 2027 could trigger an ‘exodus of large defined contribution pension pots’, as retirees spend their savings rather than leave their loved ones with an IHT bill.
By Laura Miller Published
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Renters' Rights Act: landlords have until May 2026 to prepare for rental reforms
The long-awaited housing bill gets its second reading in parliament on Wednesday - how will it affect you?
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Iran conflict: What are your rights if you’ve got travel insurance?
US involvement in Iran and the consequent fallout across the Middle East has caused chaos to many people’s travel plans – we reveal your rights if you’re impacted.
By Sam Walker Published
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Millions of Premium Bonds prizes are still unclaimed. Could some be yours?
Millions of pounds are sitting idle in unclaimed Premium Bonds prizes. Could you have unknowingly won a prize in the Premium Bonds draw? Here's how to find out.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Lloyds Banking Group bank branch closures: Which branches will shut in 2026 and 2027?
Lloyds Banking Group is closing more than 165 bank branches in 2026 and 2027. We look at the sites earmarked for closure.
By Sam Walker Last updated
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Gold price climbs as Iran conflict escalates
The price of gold has returned to close to all-time highs following the outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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Why getting sick will cost you up to £700 a month in pension savings
More people could face a state pension shortfall as the healthy life expectancy age declines to its lowest level for 15 years. Do you have £700 extra a month to cover your sick years?
By Laura Miller Last updated
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March Premium Bonds jackpot winners revealed – did you win £1 million?
Over two million historic Premium Bonds prizes are still waiting to be claimed, according to NS&I
By Sam Walker Published
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Brits leaving billions languishing in low interest accounts – are you missing out on hundreds of pounds?
The average Brit is leaving £4,300 static in their current account, missing out on potentially hundreds in interest payments, new research has revealed.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Carers facing retirement shortfall - how to boost your pension
A growing pensions gap shows carers retire with significantly less private pension income than the national average
By Laura Miller Last updated
