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July 2, 2025
Best Bank Switching Offers July 2024: Get £185 Cash & Free Cinema Tickets
July’s Best Bank Switching Deals: Earn Cash & Free Perks Switching your bank account has never been more rewarding. With the Current Account Switch Service (CASS), millions have moved their accounts effortlessly – transferring money, direct debits and standing orders in just 7 working days. This July, banks are competing with cash bonuses up to £185 and free cinema tickets to […]
June 30, 2025
Why I’m Voting Against the Welfare Bill – And Why You Should Care
A Labour MP’s painful lesson from 2015: Voting for harmful welfare cuts led to lasting regret. Now history is repeating itself. In 2015, I made the worst mistake of my political career: I voted for the Welfare Reform and Work Bill. At the time, I was a new MP, trusting my party’s assurances that we could amend the […]
June 30, 2025
5 Costly Pension Mistakes You’re Probably Making Right Now
Are you risking your retirement savings? Experts reveal the most common pension pitfalls – and how to fix them before it’s too late. With pensions often taking a backseat in financial planning, millions of Brits are making simple mistakes that could cost them thousands in retirement. We spoke with Lisa Picardo (PensionBee) and Claire Trott (St. James’s Place) to uncover […]
June 28, 2025
UK Car Production Crashes to 75-Year Low: What’s Behind the Crisis?
UK Automotive Industry Hits Post-War Crisis Low New data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reveals UK car production plummeted 32.8% in May 2025, sinking to just 49,810 units—the lowest May output since 1949 (excluding pandemic-affected 2020). Key Findings from the SMMT Report 📉 Total vehicle production (May 2025): 49,810 (-32.8% YoY) 🚗 Car production: 47,723 (-31.5%) 🚛 Commercial vehicles: 2,087 (-53.6%) 🌍 Exports share: 78.5% (now dangerously high) What […]
June 26, 2025
FCA Proposes Loosening Mortgage Rules to Help More Buyers – What It Means for You
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is considering major changes to responsible lending rules that could make it easier for first-time buyers, self-employed workers, and older borrowers to get mortgages. Key Proposed Changes ✅ More flexible affordability checks ✅ Easier mortgage access for self-employed applicants ✅ Better support for borrowing into retirement ✅ Encouragement of product innovation Why This Matters Now First-time buyers struggle with […]
June 25, 2025
What the Markets Know About Israel-Iran Tensions That We Don’t
As global anxiety spiked over potential WW3 fears, financial markets remained eerily calm—especially oil prices, which barely flinched despite escalating Israel-Iran tensions. Remarkably, markets appeared to price in de-escalation nearly 12 hours before Donald Trump announced a ceasefire. What do traders see that the rest of us don’t? Here’s what the markets are signaling—and what to watch next. Why Weren’t Oil Prices […]
June 24, 2025
US Urges China to Prevent Iran From Closing Vital Strait of Hormuz
Why the Strait of Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Oil Supplies The US has called on China to use its diplomatic influence to stop Iran from blocking the Strait of Hormuz—a critical oil shipping chokepoint handling 20% of global oil and gas shipments. The request follows escalating Middle East tensions after recent US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Key Developments in the Crisis ✔ US Warning: Secretary […]
June 24, 2025
Council Tax Shake-Up: What the New Payment Rules Mean for You
Government Plans Major Changes to Council Tax System The UK government is proposing significant reforms to make council tax payments more manageable and debt collection less aggressive. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming changes: Key Changes to Council Tax Payments ✔ 12-Month Payment Plans by Default Currently: Most pay over 10 months (with optional 12-month plans) New system: Default […]