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When is the next Bank of England base rate meeting?
The Bank of England held interest rates at 3.75% in March 2026. When is the next Monetary Policy Committee meeting?
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The oil crisis could tip Britain into a full-scale recession
Opinion An oil crisis will expose the frailties of the British economy. It may already be too late to do anything about it, says Matthew Lynn
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What to do with old £20 notes – how to exchange them
We explain what to do with old £20 and £50 notes as they are no longer legal tender in the UK — plus where you can exchange them for new polymer banknotes
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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.
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The scourge of youth unemployment in Britain
Youth unemployment in Britain is the worst it’s been for more than a decade. Something dramatic seems to have changed in the labour markets. What is it?
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How to pay in a cheque
Receiving or writing a cheque has become much less common in recent years as instant bank transfers have grown in popularity. Amid widespread bank branch closures, we explain what to do if you get a cheque, and how you can pay one into your bank account.
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UK interest rates live: rates held at 3.75%
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) met today to decide UK interest rates, and voted to hold rates at their current level
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Buying vs renting: is is better to own or rent your home?
The higher mortgage rates of recent years have actually made renting comparatively cheaper, analysis suggests. But there are hidden costs to long term renting.
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Can I cash in my pension early?
High living costs and rising taxes could make you wonder whether it's worth cashing in your pension early, but it might not be a good idea.
