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Budget 2025: DWP benefits and state pension increases confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget pledges £15bn for welfare, with Universal Credit rising 6.2% and the two-child cap scrapped. See how much more you'll get from April 2026.
BoE Flags Hedge Funds, Private Credit & AI Bubble as Risks
The Bank of England warns of growing risks from hedge fund bets on UK debt, a $2 trillion shadow banking sector, and an AI stock bubble. Discover the key threats to financial stability.
First look at £55m Holborn 'liveable neighbourhood' plans
Camden Council reveals designs for a £55m 'liveable neighbourhood' in Holborn, featuring new cycle lanes, traffic restrictions, and green spaces. Public feedback is now open.
Gambling reform fails to deter Australia's heaviest betters
New research shows Australia's credit card betting ban had minimal impact on high-spending gamblers, who simply switched payment methods. Experts call for stronger action.
Swiss Prosecutors Charge Banks Over Mozambique 'Tuna Bonds'
Swiss prosecutors file money-laundering charges against Credit Suisse and UBS over the 'tuna bonds' scandal that crashed Mozambique's economy. Read the latest on the legal fallout.
79-year-old widow chased for 2p energy debt
A 79-year-old disabled widow from Dudley was pursued for a 2p debt due to a computer error, threatening her credit rating and causing immense stress. Discover how the situation was resolved.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped: London Impact
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scraps the two-child benefit cap, set to lift 350,000 UK children from poverty. Discover which London constituencies are most affected.
RCHL Credit Downgraded Over Telegraph Takeover Bid
Daily Mail's parent company RCHL faces credit rating downgrade by S&P Global amid Telegraph Media Group takeover concerns. Read the latest business news analysis.
DWP Benefits Rise: Universal Credit & PIP Increase
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a £15 billion benefits boost, raising Universal Credit, PIP, and child benefits while scrapping the controversial two-child cap. Find out how this affects you.
Budget 2025: Tax and NI Changes Explained
Analysis of how Chancellor Rachel Reeves's tax, NI and benefit measures impact single people, couples, families and pensioners across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped by Chancellor
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abolishes the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget, a move set to lift 450,000 children out of poverty by 2030. Discover the full impact.
Help to Save Scheme Made Permanent and Expanded
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Help to Save scheme will become permanent and expand to include parents and carers, helping 1.5 million more people build savings.
Knausgård's The School of Night: Epic Supernatural Saga Continues
Explore Karl Ove Knausgård's fourth Morning Star volume where a Faustian pact transforms a misanthropic photographer's life in this sprawling supernatural epic.
Guardian Corrections: Asda Credit Rating & Donald Tusk
The Guardian has published corrections regarding a misquote on Asda's credit rating and Donald Tusk's official title. Read the full list of amended articles and how to submit a complaint.
Is Menstrual Synchrony Real? Experts Explain
Discover the truth behind the myth of period syncing. Experts unpack the science and explain why so many believe in menstrual synchrony despite evidence to the contrary.
Reeves Launches £1.2bn Universal Credit Crackdown
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a £1.2bn crackdown on Universal Credit fraud while scrapping the two-child limit. Discover the budget's impact on welfare and taxes.
Young Persons Benefit Trap: Reeves Must Fix Budget Flaw
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces pressure to fix a critical flaw in the budget that penalises young people transitioning from benefits to work. Urgent reform needed to support Britain's youth.
Black Friday BNPL Warning: Regulation Coming 2026
Debt charities warn shoppers about buy now, pay later risks this Black Friday as record numbers seek help. New FCA regulation begins July 2026. Read before you click.
DWP: Report changes or face a £50 fine
The DWP is urging benefit claimants to report 20 specific changes or risk a £50 penalty. Learn what you must declare and how to avoid benefit fraud.
Mum turns £15,000 debt into inheritance for kids
Discover how a Glasgow mother transformed £15,000 credit card debt into a savings and investment strategy to build generational wealth for her children.
Amundi buys 10% ICG stake to accelerate private credit push
European asset management giant Amundi purchases strategic stake in ICG to expand private credit offerings. Discover how this move reshapes the investment landscape.
Reform UK proposes £25bn savings from foreign nationals
Nigel Farage's Reform UK unveils radical proposals to block EU nationals from benefits and triple NHS surcharge, claiming £25bn savings. Labour dismisses as 'fantasy numbers'.
Hidden Card Service Could Save You Hundreds
Discover how chargeback schemes can help you recover money for undelivered or defective goods. Learn eligibility criteria, time limits and step-by-step claiming process from financial experts.
6 in 7 Children in Poverty in UK Town
In Newport, Middlesbrough, six out of seven children grow up in poverty. Families and local services demand the two-child benefit cap be scrapped as the government prepares a new strategy.
Credit card fee 'victory' may backfire on small businesses
The Visa and Mastercard fee settlement promises lower costs, but could complicate payments and reduce rewards for UK small businesses and consumers. Discover the hidden consequences.
Martin Lewis's urgent debit card overdraft warning
Money expert Martin Lewis urges Brits in their debit card overdraft to make a simple switch to a credit card to avoid costly 40% interest rates and gain valuable consumer protections.
Amex: Sponsorship Strategy Wins Gen Z Customers
American Express reveals over 60% of new cardholders are Millennials and Gen Z, attributing success to sports and music sponsorship strategy. Discover how they're winning younger customers.
Nomura partners with Park Square in private credit push
Japanese bank Nomura forms strategic partnership with Park Square Capital to expand private credit operations, targeting European direct lending market. Read the full analysis.
Virgin Atlantic borrows $745m with Heathrow slots as security
Virgin Atlantic has secured a landmark $745m loan from Apollo, using its prized Heathrow landing slots as collateral. The funds will upgrade aircraft and reduce debt. Discover the details.
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