The cost of a TV licence is going up from Sunday, 1st April 2018. Prices will increase from £147 a year for a colour TV to £150.50, and from £49.50 a year for a black […]
TV Licence Price Rise: How Much Do You Have to Pay?
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Spring Statement 2018: What Was Said and How Does It Affect You?
Last week saw Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond, deliver his first Spring Statement. Changes in 2017 meant what was previously known as the Autumn Statement would become the Autumn Budget, and the Spring Budget […]
£10 Note Deadline: How Long Do You Have to Get Rid of Your Old Notes?
The deadline to get rid of your old £10 notes is fast approaching. As of Thursday, 1st March 2018, shops and restaurants across the UK will no longer be accepting the old paper notes. Seeing […]
Politics 2018: The Future of the NHS and the Housing Crisis for 2018
Just six weeks into 2018, and already Parliament has been filled with tumultuous debates around the NHS and housing crises, dramatic exits from the Chamber, and political marches and protests across the capital. UK based short […]
Open Banking: Do You Know What It Is and How It Affects You?
As of Saturday, 13th of January, new regulations came into play which mean it’s now compulsory for banks to share your details with other providers. This new reform has been implemented in a bid to […]
Bank Branch Closures: How Are Small Businesses Being Affected?
In 2017, the UK banking industry was plagued with branch closures and greater prominence being placed on online banking and banking apps. Since 1989, 53% of the UK’s bank branches have closed their doors for good, leaving […]
Autumn Budget 2017: What Was Said and How Does It Affect You?
On 22nd November, Chancellor Philip Hammond released the annual Autumn Statement, announcing changes to a whole variety of different sectors across the UK. Short term loan provider, Mr Lender, has put together a quick guide […]
Brexit News: What’s Happening with Brexit Negotiations?
Ever since the UK voted to leave the EU in June 2016, Brexit has been a recurring topic of conversation for a whole heap of different reasons. There is still a lot of debate as […]
Speeding Fines: What Are the New Speeding Penalties?
Those caught speeding throughout England and Wales will now face stricter rules and tougher punishment. The new sentencing guidelines mean drivers travelling at over 41mph in a 20 zone, could be fined up to 175% […]
Review of the Sunday Papers: Finance Stories from the Weekend
The new tax year starts on the 6th of April, which means one thing – a rise in prices to bring household costs in line with inflation. This was the main story in a lot […]