Economy

“UK Bank Customers to Benefit from Increased Deposit Protection”

UK bank customers will now have increased protection for their money if a financial institution fails, thanks to new regulations taking effect. Starting December 1, individuals can expect up...

“DWP Updates Universal Credit Guidelines for Child Dependents”

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released updated guidelines for individuals seeking to claim Universal Credit...

Government Plans Total Ban on Ticket Resale Profits

The Government is poised to implement a ban on reselling tickets for live events at a profit. This...

“8 Companies Under Investigation for Online Pricing Concerns”

Investigations have commenced into eight companies due to concerns regarding their online pricing strategies. Additionally, warnings are set...

Energy bills to dip in January, spike expected in spring

Energy bills are projected to decrease slightly in January, with a potential subsequent increase in the spring, as...

“Fire Hazard Alert: 60,000 Air Fryers Recalled in Ireland”

Almost 60,000 air fryers in Ireland are being recalled due to fire hazards, as announced by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC). The...

“New In-Store Bakeries at Aldi Prompt Lidl Comparisons”

Aldi customers are now discovering that select stores feature in-store bakeries, prompting comparisons to rival supermarket Lidl. The discount retailer has been testing these...

Over 5,600 Jobs at Risk: 378 Pubs Projected to Close in 2025

More than one pub is projected to close each day this year, leading to over 5,600 job losses, as warned by an industry association....

“Hamleys Sees Growth Amid Store Closures”

Hamleys, a renowned toy retailer, made significant changes during its recent financial year. The company closed 29 stores and reduced its workforce from 435...

“HMRC to Issue 4 Million Tax Refunds: Are You Owed Money?”

HMRC is currently dispatching approximately four million tax refund notifications from June to August. If you have overpaid Income Tax, you may receive a...

Octopus Energy Issues £1.5M Refunds

Octopus Energy has issued nearly £1.5 million in refunds to customers after a significant billing mistake was uncovered. An investigation by Ofgem revealed that...