Most economists expect the Bank of England to raise Bank Rate from 3.75% to 4% on 5 November 2026 after inflation rose to 3.5%. Here is what it means for mortgages and savings.
NCCIA has arrested Faheem Akram in Lahore over an alleged Rs35bn ($126m) counterfeit US postage label scheme. What he is accused of, how he was traced, and what happens next.
The Bank of England base rate is 3.75% after the September 2026 vote. The next decision is on 5 November 2026. Here’s what it means for mortgages, savings and loans, plus every 2027 meeting date.
Key Self Assessment dates for the 2025/26 tax year: register by 5 October 2026, paper returns by 31 October, online returns and payment by 31 January 2027. Plus the penalties if you’re late.
Winter Fuel Payment 2026/27 is £100 to £300 for people born on or before 27 June 1960. Here are the amounts, payment dates, the £35,000 income rule and how to claim.
The clocks go back one hour at 2am on Sunday 25 October 2026, giving you an extra hour in bed. Here’s what changes, which devices update automatically and the 2027 dates.
Bank holidays 2027: the full list of UK dates, including Easter (26 & 29 March), May, August and Christmas substitute days, for England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
The energy price cap rises 4% to £1,723 a year from 1 October 2026. Here are the new unit rates and standing charges, why bills are going up, and how to cut your costs.
Trump Cancels US strikes on Iran as Hopes Rise for Rapid Peace Deal US President Donald Trump says he has stopped a planned military attack on Iran after Tehran and several Middle Eastern countries urged Washington to allow more time for negotiations. However, he warned that the decision of US strikes on Iran depends on…
By UK Newsline International Desk | Published: 31 July 2026 Hamas has agreed to Gaza disarmament plan proposed by Trump in principle to hand over its weapons to a new Palestinian administration under a phased Gaza peace roadmap promoted by US President Donald Trump, according to a senior official involved in the negotiations. The announcement…