Vicky Shaw
Politics
Coalition will support employees to build savings pots via workplace schemes
Building a workplace savings pot could help protect people from needing to turn to high-cost debt.
By Vicky Shaw
16 Jun 2026
Money
‘Early Christmas present’ for some homeowners as Bank of England cuts base rate
Property professionals are now expecting the new year to start with a ‘bang’ as mortgage lenders look to attract borrowers and home movers.
By Vicky Shaw
18 Dec 2025
Money
FCA will expand work to improve standards in home and travel insurance markets
The regulator was responding to a super-complaint made by Which? in September.
By Vicky Shaw
18 Dec 2025
Money
200th banking hub opens with chocolate coins marking the event
Visitors to the hub in Billericay in Essex can explore a display of coins made from chocolate.
By Vicky Shaw
18 Dec 2025
Money
Fraud warning for people expecting warm home discount
Criminals may target people with fake texts and calls to persuade them to provide their bank details.
By Vicky Shaw
18 Dec 2025
Politics
House price growth slowed in October as values fell in London – ONS
Some property experts said a cut in the Bank of England base rate is expected on Thursday, in a boost for some mortgage holders.
By Vicky Shaw
17 Dec 2025
Money
63% of young adults ‘would consider revenge saving or other savings challenges’
People aged 25 to 34 are hoping to save £14,912 on average in 2026, Nationwide Building Society said.
By Vicky Shaw
17 Dec 2025
Money
‘Bank of mum and dad’ funding multiple moves up property ladder, survey finds
Family members and friends are often helping to fund people’s steps up the property ladder, a survey indicates.
By Vicky Shaw
17 Dec 2025
Money
First-time buyers and self-employed could find it easier to access mortgages
Access to later life mortgages could also be key to helping people achieve their financial goals, the Financial Conduct Authority said.
By Vicky Shaw
15 Dec 2025
Money
UK house sales ‘set to edge down in 2026 amid tight affordability’
The number of mortgages in arrears is expected to fall next year but home repossessions could rise, according to UK Finance.
By Vicky Shaw
15 Dec 2025
Money
Average house price is £6,695 lower than in November, says Rightmove
Lower asking prices and falling mortgage rates could help create a bigger than usual Boxing Day bounce in property searches, Rightmove said.
By Vicky Shaw
15 Dec 2025
Money
Gen Z couples ‘most likely to argue about finances and keep money secrets’
Hidden bank accounts, secret purchases and misrepresenting income were among the secrets being kept under wraps, Starling Bank said.
By Vicky Shaw
14 Dec 2025
Money
HSBC UK commits to keeping all its 327 branches open until at least 2027
The bank has also said it will invest £55.8 million in its branch network next year, to help refurbish and modernise branches.
By Vicky Shaw
12 Dec 2025
Money
Households ‘plan to cut Christmas spending compared with last year’
One in four people who are borrowing to pay for Christmas think it could take up to a year to clear their debt, Yorkshire Building Society said.
By Vicky Shaw
12 Dec 2025
Money
Shoppers turning to alternative payments such as buy now pay later – BRC report
The report suggested that interest rates charged on credit cards could be pushing some consumers towards other payment methods.
By Vicky Shaw
12 Dec 2025
Property News
The UK regions set to overtake London for long-term house price growth
Property firm Hamptons, which made the forecast, said London ‘is being held back by higher stamp duty and broader tax anxieties’
By Vicky Shaw
11 Dec 2025
Money
Targeted support could see 18 million savers offered help in next decade
The new type of help will mean firms can make specific suggestions to consumers to help them decide what to do with their money.
By Vicky Shaw
11 Dec 2025
Money
New home buyer inquiries fell to two-year low in November – Rics
Survey feedback continues to point to a gentle decline in house prices overall, the report said.
By Vicky Shaw
11 Dec 2025
Money
People considering investments opportunities urged to use new firm checker tool
Around 800,000 people reported losing money to investments or pensions‑related scams in the 12 months to May 2024, the FCA said.
By Vicky Shaw
10 Dec 2025
Money
Camilla meets victim-survivors of economic abuse
The Queen hosted a reception at Clarence House involving the Surviving Economic Abuse charity.
By Vicky Shaw
9 Dec 2025
Buying & Mortgages
Choice of low deposit mortgages is at ‘highest since 2008’
Mortgage rates have also been falling, according to Moneyfacts
By Vicky Shaw
8 Dec 2025