Bank of England Slashes Interest Rates to 4.5% Amid Economic Slowdown and Inflation Fears
The Bank of England (BoE) has cut interest rates to 4.5%, a move aimed at providing financial relief to borrowers amidst an increasingly sluggish economy. […]
Articles by Sophie Wilson
HSBC Faces Backlash Over Withholding £978m in Pensions from Hong Kong Exiles
Thousands of Hong Kong residents who fled to the UK are facing severe financial hardship as HSBC refuses to transfer £978 million in pension savings. […]
HMRC’s Inheritance Tax Crackdown: Thousands Face Investigations Over Suspected Underpayments
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is ramping up its efforts to recover underpaid inheritance tax (IHT), with thousands of estates expected to come under investigation. […]
The Real Culprit Behind the UK Housing Crisis: It’s Not Immigrants, It’s Internal Migration
The UK housing crisis has been a hot-button issue for decades, with house prices reaching their least affordable levels since the 19th century, according to […]
Over a Million Taxpayers Miss Deadline: What Happens Next and How to Avoid Penalties
An estimated 1.1 million people have missed the self-assessment tax return deadline, according to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). This means they now face financial […]
Urgent Food & Drink Recalls: M&S Chicken, Coca-Cola, and Heineken Products Pulled Over Safety Risks
Shoppers are being urged to check their fridges, cupboards, and drinks stock after several major brands, including Coca-Cola, Marks & Spencer, and Heineken, have issued […]
DWP Confirms No Plans for New £301 Cost of Living Payments—What It Means for Struggling Households
The UK’s Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has officially addressed growing calls to reinstate Cost of Living Payments (CoLPs), which were originally introduced to […]
Scotland’s New Law Requires Dog Owners to Sign a Responsibility Code: What It Means for Pet Lovers
Getting a dog for the first time is an exciting yet challenging experience. While many people assume pet ownership is simple, the reality is that […]
£200 Cost of Living Payments: When Will They Hit Your Bank in 2025?
Local authorities across England have been rolling out £200 Cost of Living payments to support struggling households. Funded by the Household Support Fund (HSF), this […]
DWP Responds to Calls for the Return of Up to £301 Cost of Living Payments
As the cost of living crisis continues to impact millions across the UK, there have been growing calls for the government to reinstate the vital […]