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Nationwide issues update affecting all UK branches
Nationwide has issued an update to its millions of members …
‘Biggest ever’ bank account switch with £400 free cash ends in six days
The Barclays Premier Current Account is offering a £400 bonus and other perks, including an Apple TV+ subscription, but there are only a few days left to claim it …
All the benefits not able to claim £25 DWP weather payment
The DWP will automatically issue the payments to most eligible households, but some benefits including PIP don’t qualify …
Octopus Energy backs ‘4 minute’ rule that can save ‘£60 a year’
Today, Ofgem announced that its energy price cap will rise between January and March 2026. …
Urgent mortgage alert as £500 ‘promissory notes’ are ’empty promises’
Financial regulator issues urgent warning as worthless schemes target struggling mortgage borrowers …
Martin Lewis urges households to act now as January bills rise confirmed
The Money Saving Expert has told households to act ahead of the price rise. …
EDF urges customers to get £1,000 off bill before December 1
EDF is giving customers the chance to get £1,000 off the bill for replacing their boiler – but it’s first come, first served. …
Chase issues £120,000 boost in message to customers from December
Chase Bank has issued a £120,000 boost to customers in a welcome message. …
Rachel Reeves warned huge rumoured ISA plan could be damp squib – ‘it’s a risk’
The Chancellor is thought to want to change cash ISAs in an effort to spark investment. …
Gardeners urged to do two winter tasks – ‘you’ll thank yourself come spring’
Now is a good time to plant certain flowers ready to bloom next year …
