Category: Finance
Octopus Energy boss gives update to customers on zero standing charge tariff
The much-hated standing charge on energy bills could become a thing of the past in 2026, but Octopus Energy’s CEO has given an update this week. …
DWP demands dad repays £36,000 PIP after being seen playing cricket
Shaun Rigby, 37, lost his leg below the knee in a tractor accident as a toddler and played cricket with the help of a runner and crutch …
Lloyds and Halifax to close 44 banks in 2026 – full list
The major high street banks are expected to continue shutting down UK branches in 2026. …
Millions of UK workers to get £975 cash boost
However, some will not be entitled to it …
Rachel Reeves scrambles to justify Budget ‘lies’ – and her line of defence is jaw-dropping
Rachel Reeves and Keir Starmer stand accused of lying. Again. …
Younger pensioners to get £2,932 more from DWP in 2026
The State Pension is set to increase by 4.8% from April, but not all pensioners are paid at the same rates. …
Check if you qualify for bonus DWP payment as ‘qualifying week’ is expected to start
Your eligibility for the bonus payment depends on the benefits you claim and your circumstances during the ‘qualifying week’. …
Warning to anyone with more than £10k in these accounts
Financial experts have shared their advice. …
DWP £83 a week payments explained after major review – all who qualify
Confusion over rules has left many people owing money because they did not understand the rules …
Couple building own home with blocks ‘like Lego’ to save more than £100,000
Hannah Bird and her husband Charlie, both 26, decided to build their own house from scratch rather than buy a new-build property …
