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Banned 75 number plates: Full list of 464 registrations DVLA rejected because they're too rudeThe DVLA has released its bi-annual list of number plates it deems too rude or offensive for the road and the '75' list is 464 strong. Here's the full list to chuckle over...
Why did Freetrade crowdfunders have to wait almost a month for payouts?The delay comes despite the acquisition being completed on 1 April and the funds being received by Crowdcube on 4 April.
THG sales hurt by beauty weakness but nutrition shows recoveryThe e-commerce retailer said its overall revenue fell by 8 per cent at constant currency rates to £375.6million in the three months ending March.
What is a wealth tax, how could it work in Britain and would one ever be imposed?Campaigners say taxing the super-rich will raise the necessary funds while simultaneously tackling rising inequality. Would it work in the UK?
Nationwide paid me a £50 bonus - will I get another £100 from a Fairer Share payment and when will we find out?I was recently paid a £50 bonus by Nationwide into my account. Last year, I was paid £100 and had been hoping to get that again. Could I still get £100 this year too?
New electric car MOT tests could be introduced in Britain - here's whyThe Government has refused to rule out changes to the MOT test to include specific checks for electric cars in-line with changes being made in the EU.
New best buy easy-access savings deal pays 4.76% - is it worth opening before a base rate cut?Chip has added a 12 month bonus to its easy-access account, boosting the rate to 4.76%.
My house was flooded after a pipe burst. This is the shocking reason why my insurer refused to pay out... what can I do? DEAN DUNHAM repliesMy insurance claim after my house flooded has been rejected. What are my rights? Consumer champion Dean Dunham gives his advice.
All UK government vehicles must be EVs by 2027 - but NOT Keir Starmer's gas-guzzling Range RoverAll central government cars and vans must be zero emissions by the end of 2027 - two years earlier than ministers will impose a ban on sales of new petrol and diesel passenger cars.
Ladbrokes owner Entain names Stella David as boss after 'executive merry-go-round'Ladbrokes owner Entain has confirmed interim boss Stella David as its full chief executive alongside an upbeat trading update for the first quarter.
BP profits slump as oil giant ramps-up fossil fuel productionThe oil supermajor reported an underlying replacement cost (RC) profit of $1.38billion for the three months ending March.
Nervous investors are piling record amounts into cash Isas, says Hargreaves LansdownFresh figures show record flows into cash Isas in the first 20 days of April as turbulence gripped the stock market thanks to Donald Trump's trade wars.
How does a care annuity work? It comes with special features to fund fees long-termTax advantages can make these annuities attractive enough to offset the big upfront cost when someone may not have long to live.
The Chinese SUV that looks like a £300,000 Rolls-Royce Cullinan... but at a fraction of the priceThe Zeekr 9X is the latest Chinese luxury car that will tempt buyers to ditch traditionally popular premium marques like Audi, BMW and Mercedes with its significantly cheaper price tag.
Investors rush to buy gold coins as sales swell to record 46% in three monthsBetween January and March 2025, sales of gold bullion coins increased by 46% on the previous quarter - and 306% year on year, figures from The Royal Mint show.
French media giant behind Peaky Blinders and Big Brother mulls over ITV takeover offerParis-based Banijay has reportedly held talks with ITV. It is considering buying the whole company or just its production arm ITV Studios
House price growth falls - and is forecast to slide further as market 'loses momentum'Zoopla said cooling demand from buyers and a spike in homes being put on the market had combined to drag down growth.
Summer holidays might cost you a £500 fine for one particular motoring offence...The chances of drivers being fined for a particular offence is set to spike over the coming months, especially during the school summer holidays.
Reeves hits both rich and poor as Britain's wealthiest residents head for the door: MAGGIE PAGANORachel Reeves appears to have managed the impossible: upset everyone in the UK - from the richest to the squeezed middle to the poorest.
I'm a property expert: Investment advisor Anna Clare Harper says Labour won't build 1.5million homesAnna hosts The Return property and investment podcast, and has published three books on property investing.
Citroen's new C5 Aircross promises an electric version with 422 miles of rangeCitroen's new C5 Aircross will arrive later this year and cater for all stages of electric buyers, offering three green powertrain options. But will it scrape below the £30k price tag?
Rents hit new record high - but a QUARTER of properties have asking price cut says RightmoveAs more homes to rent hit the market, landlords are having to reduce the asking rent to find a tenant, figures suggest.
Angela Rayner's plans for workers' rights will force firms to slash jobs and put up prices, retail bosses warnA poll of HR directors by the British Retail Consortium found 52% will reduce staff numbers as a result of the incoming workers' rights bill.
Lidl set to unveil 40 new stores across the UK this year in a £500m expansion driveLidl will open stores in towns including Berwick, Redcar in North Yorkshire, Hull and Crediton in Devon as it continues its bid to win customers.
How to squeeze the most out of your work pensionAuto enrolment into work pensions takes the hassle out of saving for retirement, but you could be missing a trick or two by not looking any further than that.
'Brighter' outlook for UK dividends despite sharp fall in in one-off payoutsSpecial dividend payments more than halved to £417million, which Computershare claimed was 'less severe' than anticipated and cut the headline growth rate by 3.3 per cent.
Britain's property wealth age gap revealed! Over 60s hold NINE times more than under 35sOwner-occupiers aged 60-plus now hold a record estimated £2.89 trillion of all owner-occupier housing wealth across the country, according to Savills.
Solar panel installations surged 41% last month as households look to cut billsIn 2025 so far, solar panels have been installed on more than 45,000 homes.
M&S shares under pressure as cyber chaos heads into second weekMarks & Spencer shares extended losses on Monday as weigh the potential impact of a recent cyber attack after the retailer was forced to suspend online shopping.
My mother secretly gave my wealthy sister 10k for a house renovation - but won't give ME a penny. How can I reveal my fury without being cut from will? VICKY REYNAL repliesMy mother has secretly given my sister £10,000 towards her house renovation. My sister is a doctor and makes a lot more than I do. I feel really angry.
Major lender lowers mortgage rates and launches a raft of sub-4% dealsAnother major lender has cut its mortgage rates today, including a best-buy for home buyers with larger deposits.
Is it illegal to use my smartwatch while driving - and could I really face a £1,000 fine?I regularly use my smartwatch at the wheel of my car when stuck in traffic, or waiting at lights, to check messages. Is this deemed a motoring offence?
Our best fixed energy deals that beat the April price capThe price cap rose to £1,849 in April, an increase of £111. Fixed energy deals have been gradually returning to the market, so are there any that beat the current cap?
Four UK tech stocks that undervalued and world-class: MIDAS SHARE TIPSMost UK technology stocks have long been outgunned by their American cousins. But there are some which, while not on the same scale as the Mag 7, may produce splendid returns.
Watchdog's shameful silence over Woodford comeback: JEFF PRESTRIDGEWhile the Financial Conduct Authority has remained schtum, Woodford has gone on the offensive. To use footballing parlance, Woodford 4, FCA 0.
Useless Student Loans adviser landed me a £9,250 bill: TONY HETHERINGTON investigatesMy daughter wanted to change her university course. She was told she could have three years, fully funded - but this turned out not to be the case.
Charging my EV should have been easy... it wasn't! says RAY MASSEYIf the Government insists we should adopt electric vehicles as our main mode of transport, then it needs to get the infrastructure sorted.
Five investment trusts for your Isa: The INVESTING ANALYST on places to profit nowWhile technology may continue to be an excellent investment and repeat its outstanding returns of the past five years, the recent short-term sell-off flags the possibility of a significant slump and market rotation.
Should you let your energy bill credit build up or ask for a refund?Energy firms are sitting on £3billion worth of energy credit from 15million homes. The average household is £200 in credit with their energy supplier.
Can I take my 25% tax-free pension lump sum in separate slices? STEVE WEBB repliesI'm approaching 55 and have the option to take 25% of my private pension in December - can I just take 10% and the rest of my tax-free cash later?
Where has rent risen most? Interactive map reveals 113 areas where prices soared by 50% in a decadeRental prices have rocketed 50 per cent in parts of the country in a decade, shock analysis shows.
How to invest in defence stocks with a clean conscience: Three key questions every investor must askInvestment in defence is ramping up around the world, as Donald Trump has made it clear that Europe may have to take full responsibility for its own security.
I've been busted as the office slacker, should I say sorry to my boss? NICOLA HORLICK repliesI've come to the conclusion that if I do not get my act together there could be consequences in this job and others.
Sipp and Isa cashback offers: how to boost your savingsInvesting platforms have introduced a raft of new tax year cashback offers that give investors the potential to boost their pots by up to £5,000.
Best regular savings accounts paying up to 7% interestRegular savings accounts can be a great starter home to build up a savings pot and get into the habit of tucking money away.
Huge increase in home buyers being gifted £100k or more for deposits as families look to sidestep inheritance taxBritain is in the midst of an unprecedented wealth transfer from baby boomers to younger generations - and house deposits are increasingly the vehicle of choice.
Banks want to lend you a bigger mortgage - but is that a good idea? This is Money podcastMajor banks are tweaking their rules to allow borrowers to get bigger mortgages, while a new upstart lender is offering seven times salary home loans.
How to turn your pension into retirement income: A five-step guide to sorting it outWhen it's time to stop work and enjoy retirement, you need to make the most of the money you have saved. We explain what you need to know.
Which major stock markets have fallen the most since Trump's tariff Liberation Day?Trump's sweeping tariff measures have shaken the global economy, though, leaving many investors nursing huge losses.
Thousands of households to get £250 compensation payout this weekend - check if you're eligibleSouth West Water said around 13,000 households will receive £250 in compensation after enduring major problems with their water supplies in recent days.
How to claim pension tax relief: Are YOU missing out on an HMRC refund?Plenty of eligible higher and additional rate taxpayers fail to claim the pension tax relief they are due. Here's our guide to getting a refund...
Energy price cap will fall in July, expert forecaster predicts - is it still worth fixing your tariff now?Cornwall Insight warns that while falling prices are good in the short term, they show how volatile the wholesale market is.
Electric Range Rover completes Arctic Circle test as it bids to become the 'world's most capable luxury SUV'The Range Rover Electric is expected to be revealed in production form towards the end of this year, with first deliveries arriving in early 2026.
State pension scandal on course to cost the Government £1bn'We have become so used to stories about state pension errors that it is easy to become dulled to the scale of what went wrong,' says former minister Steve Webb.
Secrets of the baked bean: HARVEY DORSET goes inside Wigan's Heinz factoryWe find out some surprising facts about Britons' favourite bean - from laser inspections to being baked inside the can.
How to top up your work pension fundIf you are new to investing, and feel lukewarm at the prospect, one easy and potentially lower cost option open to people with a work pension is to top it up instead.
New lender launches mortgages at seven times income - is it a good idea?A mortgage lender is now offering home buyers and homeowners the chance to borrow up to seven times their annual salary.
I'd invest in ITV over Netflix: Temple Bar's Ian Lance on bargain sharesIan Lance joins Simon Lambert to discuss Temple Bar's value investing and why the UK stock market has taken a turn for the better but bargain stocks still remain.
Why wasn't my pension lifestyled? I lost £8,500 in stock market downturn: CRANE ON THE CASEHad my pension been moved into a lower-risk fund in 2015, as Wesleyan said it would be in its letters, I believe I would not have lost as much money.
Big banks used to pay Isa savers a pittance but now you can earn 4.25%, says SYLVIA MORRISFor years I have recommended you stay away from savings accounts offered by the big high street banks. They typically pay a pittance.
How I became solar panels convert - and even made a profit on my electricity bill, by SIR STEVE WEBBLast year my wife Helen and I finally installed solar panels on our home, which means that sunny days boost our bank balance as well as my mood.
What next for mortgage rates?The lowest fixed rate mortgage deals have gone below 4 per cent - and there is a growing expectation that rates may fall slightly further.
Best cash Isa rates 2025: Our pick of the five top dealsWe pick our five favourite cash Isas for savers. This is essential reading to help you choose a top savings account for your money that can also protect you from tax.
This is Money Motoring Club: Sign up to get a £20 gift voucher and win a Nissan Qashqai for six monthsWelcome to the This is Money Motoring Club, our new service designed to help you save money on car ownership and keep on top of driving essentials.
Best stocks & shares Isas: Pick the right investment accountChoosing the right investing platform is crucial but a wealth of choice can leave investors scratching their heads. We pick some of the best.
50 of the best funds and investment trusts: Our experts reveal their top ideasWe asked trusted experts to recommend the best funds that cover different investment sectors - and included This is Money's selection of active and passive options too.
Ten tips for buy-to-let: Essential advice for property investmentIf you are planning on investing, or just want to know more, we tell you
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Is Britain set for crypto ETFs? Chancellor reveals regulatory shake-upThe Government has potentially opened the door to the arrival of new investment vehicles for cryptocurrencies after the Chancellor outlined a regulatory shake-up.
Deliveroo shares soar after £2.7bn offer from American rival DoorDashThe takeaway giant's stock jumped 16.5% to 170.8p - the highest level since 2022 - as shareholders reacted to the takeover approach from DoorDash.
Fears for 2,000 staff at historic Belfast aviation factory as Airbus signs deal with BoeingIt is the latest chapter in the saga of the Shorts plant which first opened in Belfast in 1936 but has gone through the hands of various owners in recent years.
TOBY WALNE: The 13 items that reveal 'car boot sale rubbish' is being sold at huge mark-ups on online antique giant Vinted... so can you STILL find a bargain there?The online marketplace Vinted has started dealing in vintage furniture. But is it offering an exciting new way to discover Antiques Roadshow treasures - or just tat that would look better in a jumble sale?
US tariff turmoil knocks $4bn off profits of British oil giants BP and ShellGlobal oil prices have steadily declined due to growing fears of a slowdown in demand from many countries but particularly from China, a major oil consumer.
SMALL CAP IDEA: Optima Health's model is largely immune from trade volatilityAt home, comfort is being sought in traditional 'defensives'. Grocers such as Tesco and Sainsbury (and even the tobacco sector) are seeing renewed interest.
Investors set to approve Royal Mail takeover by Czech SphinxThe deal looks likely to be waved through after clearing regulatory hurdles, including a probe under national security rules.
Plus500 lifts guidance as market volatility delivers 'excellent start'The fintech group saw its earnings before nasties soar by 23 per cent from the fourth quarter of 2024 to $93.8million in the three months ending March.
EVENLODE GLOBAL EQUITY: Elite investment fund that doesn't just rely on the Magnificent SevenEvenlode is approaching its fifth anniversary with returns for investors since launch in excess of 50 per cent.
Households face higher bills due to row over gas storage hubThere are fears that the clash between the company and ministers could leave Britain without sufficient gas reserves for this winter.
My company pension is moving to an insurer - what happens if it goes bust? STEVE WEBB repliesIf the insurance company were to fail would my pension be taken over by the Pension Protection Fund as would be the case if the company failed?
TONY HETHERINGTON: My pension and lump sum were hacked back... just as I retiredIt told me to expect a lump sum of £146,000 and an annual pension of £22,198. However, the lump sum I ended up receiving was about £5,000 less and my annual pension was only £21,685.
Pressure on Primark ahead of first-half resultsInvestors will be keen to see whether the brand has managed to get sales back on track after a disappointing performance over the crucial Christmas shopping period.
RUTH SUNDERLAND: Will UK gain from Trump pain?Senior figures in the Square Mile see chances to steal a march. The question is whether this Labour government has the wit to grasp them.
Deliveroo boss to earn £170m from sale to US rivalWill Shu, who has a 6.4 per cent stake, is set to walk away with millions.
How Trump's 100 days of havoc took a huge chunk from your pension and investments: ALEX BRUMMERTrump's landmark period is like no other in modern presidential politics, leaving businesses and investors in a state of trepidation.
Why we love being mid-life, middle-class renters and NEVER want to get tied to a mortgageHome ownership is an aspiration ingrained into the British psyche. But not everyone dreams of one day having a property of their own.
Support our Army Reservists now, says the LORD MAYOR OF LONDON: The UK needs City leaders to sign upIn the UK - as elsewhere - conversations are inevitably turning to defence as the world becomes a more dangerous place.
Surgeon in battle with Johnson & Johnson over spine techJohn Webb helped design the cutting-edge devices, trademarked under the brand name Synthes, between 1987 and 2005.
Rachel Reeves is in the US but businesses back home in her constituency are fumingShops in Farsley, close to Leeds, are feeling the hit from the triple whammy of cost increases ordered by their local MP: none other than Rachel Reeves herself.
Ed Miliband embroiled in new Drax greenwashing row... over a town in MississippiActivists from Gloster in Mississippi, where Drax runs a wood pellet factory, say pollution from its plant has caused health issues for people nearby.
How fake 'Reese Witherspoon' tried to cheat us out of thousands: We expose a devious new crime waveMark Lewis and Nick Stapleton, hosts of Scam Interceptors, went undercover to reveal the tricks of scammers using deepfakes of Hollywood stars. Here they reveal how you can beat them...
Former Bank boss Mervyn King in debt warningKing criticised Rachel Reeves's 'flawed' fiscal rules, which allow debt to keep rising as a share of GDP for the time being with the aim that it will start coming down after a few years.
I got £20,000 to play marimba on the roof of a Paris bank, reveals percussionist DAME EVELYN GLENNIEDame Evelyn is the first person to sustain a full-time career as a solo percussionist, performing worldwide with great artists and orchestras.
Rachel Reeves' real problem is the UK's debt, says HAMISH MCRAECan this Government really get its collective mind around the scale of the problem it faces? It's not sustainable. Something has to give.
Lady Mayoress wants City recruits for military reservesAs a Lance Bombardier in the Royal Artillery, she says City workers with skills in analysis, cyber security and data handling are ideal for the military in the complexity of modern warfare.
Should you ditch your US investments? Experts reveal the VERY surprising answer - and where to profit nowShould you Sell America? And if so, where might be better places to put your money? Might there even be some opportunities to snap up US shares at a bargain price? Here's what you need to know now.
ALEX BRUMMER: US swerves a Liz Truss eventBut a fresh light has now been shone on the oversized risks of under-regulated hedge funds in managing financial stability.
Insolvency wave to batter Britain as tariffs and higher taxes hit firmsA report suggested more will soon follow as the number of companies in 'critical' financial distress rose by 13 per cent in the first quarter.
MARKETWATCH: FTSE 100 enjoys tenth day of gainsAt the end of a steady session in London, the blue-chip index closed up 0.1 per cent, or 7.81 points, to 8415.25 as it extended its longest winning streak since 2019.
National Express crashes as US arm sold on the cheapThe sharp decline - accelerated by a warning of lower profits - means shares have cratered 84 per cent since early 2020.
HSBC eyes digital AGM amid fears of protestsThe bank is looking to save money on leasing venues, providing refreshments and hiring security. It is also looking to deter the likes of Extinction Rebellion.
Car production rose in March for the first time in a year with almost half of output EVs - but 'trade uncertainty' is now the 'major challenge'Mike Hawes, chief executive of the SMMT, said attention for UK car makers will now focus on how they will adjust to Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on all vehicles imported into the USA.
What would you put on your financial bucket list? LEE BOYCE on trying to prepare for his 40s in good timeI have two years until I turn 40 - and my attention has turned to creating a bucket list, which includes a financial category.
WPP boss says US tariffs have not yet massively hit client spendingMark Read said the FTSE 100 group, one of the world's largest advertising agencies, was upholding its annual guidance amidst the 'challenging economic environment.'
William Hill owner Evoke achieves modest sales growthEvoke revealed its revenue tipped up by 2 per cent at constant currency rates to £437million in the three months ending March.
Davos founder at centre of misconduct row - days after he retired as chairman of the global gathering of elitesKlaus Schwab (pictured) reportedly faces accusations including that he asked junior staff to withdraw thousands of dollars from cash machines.
eBay sold my Rolex for £2,200... then sent it back with a fault - and told ME to pay refund: SALLY SORTS ITI recently sold my Rolex on eBay for £2,200, as I needed cash to pay off the arrears on my mortgage. The watch was sent to the authentication department.
What the IMF's bombshell new UK growth forecast could mean for youThe International Monetary Fund has slashed its forecast for growth in the UK economy for this year by 0.5 per cent to 1.1 per cent. Here, we look at how this could impact millions of ordinary Britons...
Footsie bosses' pay surges ahead of US rivals as British firms close the remuneration gapResearch shows FTSE 100 bosses have bagged an 11% pay rise so far this year on average, compared with 7.5% in the US.
There is only one star at this year's Washington financial gatherings - and it's not Rachel Reeves: ALEX BRUMMERUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's appearance before bankers at the Willard Hotel needed a video feed as it was so oversubscribed.
How can I rebuild my credit score after clearing £10,000 of debt?Is there anything I can do to fast-track my score to rising to fair, good or even excellent territory?
IMF lashes out at China and US over trade war as tariff turmoil takes toll on corporate titansAs companies across the globe laid bare the impact of tariffs, the IMF warned tensions between Washington and Beijing were hitting investment.
Asos plots Topshop return after agreeing with other retailers for them to sell the brand in their storesAsos boss Jose Antonio Ramos Calamonte said shoppers want the much-loved fashion label to 'have its own presence'.
Unilever turnaround is 'moving at pace', says new boss as sales rise in the first quarterUnilever's new boss Fernando Fernandez said the firm was on track to hit annual targets and distanced himself from its previous 'woke' posturing.
How to take advantage when stock markets are down: Financial planning moves that pay offMost recently, Trump sent US stocks tumbling even further after calling US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell a 'major loser' for not lowering US interest rates.
Could EV battery health certificates convince more drivers to buy a used electric car?The longevity of battery life remains a major hurdle for second-hand car buyers who fear getting stung with a massive bill of up to £30k to replace a battery.
My neighbour pointed a camera at my garden and films my every move... what can I do? DEAN DUNHAM repliesMy neighbour has installed CCTV and one of his cameras points directly into my garden. Do I not have any right to privacy on my property?
Inchcape shares stall as UK motor distributor flags tariff warningTo try and spur domestic motor manufacturing, President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tax three weeks ago on US auto imports.
CVS sells crematorium arm as CMA pressure weighs on pet sectorCVS Group has agreed to sell its crematorium business with plans to reinvest some of the cash in Australia after an extended period of UK regulatory pressure.
Pod Point could be bought by EDF as sales plummet and EV demand wanesElectric vehicle charging point maker Pod Point looks set to be sold to EDF after a sharp slowdown in demand hurt sales last year.
Sainsbury's adds 100 products to its Aldi Price Match rangeSainsbury's has ramped up its price war with Aldi and added 100 further products to its Aldi price matching scheme.
Nationwide dominates bank switching battle with help of cash bonuses and Fairer Share lureMore than 1million bank account switches took place in the last 12 months, with 222,805 occurring in the first three months of the year.
Reeves fights fiscal storm - but her claims to have fixed the foundations look increasingly premature: ALEX BRUMMERWe should be grateful for small mercies. Rachel Reeves, at her second IMF gathering as Chancellor, did not come empty-handed.
Luxury giant Kering feels the pinch as Gucci sales slump over the first three months of the yearGucci owner Kering saw its shares fall over 5% on Thursday after the group revealed its sales dropped more than expected in the first quarter.
Mercedes to replace steering wheel with futuristic spaceship-like yoke for its latest EVThe German car giant will soon offer a cut-away steering wheel design for its flagship EV alongside a new 'steer-by-wire' system. We explain how it works and if it's legal.
Fund manager assets shrink as Trump tariffs spook investorsLondon-listed fund managers have started to reveal the extent of damage caused by recent global trade upheaval, as investors head for the exit amid widespread volatility.
THG rejects former director Iain McDonald's takeover bid for MyProteinTHG has rejected a 'wholly unsolicited' takeover bid for MyProtein launched by a former director that values the brand at up to £600million.
Oasis fans have already lost £2m to ticket scams, major bank warnsOasis fans have collectively lost over £2million to ticket scams, estimates from Lloyds bank show.
Pensions worth up to £1k could be merged automatically: New plan to deal with 13m tiny potsThe Government says in time the move could boost the retirement savings of the average worker by around £1,000 due to reduced costs.
Bank of England tipped to slash rates TWICE in two months as tax hikes and US tariffs batter the economyIn a boost for households and businesses hoping for cheaper borrowing costs, investors are betting on cuts in May and June, from 4.5% to 4%.
MARKET WATCH: BP shares jump 5% as American hedge fund Elliott raises its stakeElliott, which wants BP to ditch its green agenda and focus on fossil fuels, has over 5% of voting rights, making it the second-largest shareholder.
NatWest hails 'symbolic' exit from bailout as it aims to return to full private ownership by JulyRick Haythornthwaite (pictured) said the banking giant was 'incredibly grateful' to taxpayers for stepping in to save the it from collapse.
Global markets rally after Trump retreat: Stocks, dollar and bonds up as White House eases stance on trade and FedLondon's FTSE 100 index of blue-chip stocks closed 0.9% higher last night while Germany's Dax was up 3.1% and the CAC 40 in Paris jumped 2.1%.
Treasury raked in £1.4BILLION in stamp duty in March as home buyers raced to beat hikeHomebuyers rushed to complete their property purchases in March ahead of the stamp duty deadline, new figures have revealed.
UK private sector output shrinks for the first time since 2023S&P Global's latest 'flash' UK composite purchasing managers' index (PMI) fell from 51.5 in March to 48.2 in April, the first decline since October 2023.
Two major lenders relax mortgage rules - first-time buyers can now borrow £39,000 moreTwo more mortgage lenders have relaxed their mortgage rules, meaning homebuyers households can now potentially borrow tens of thousands of pounds more.
How much do YOU spend on bills each month? Cities with highest - and lowest - budgets revealedUK households are spending over two-thirds of their wages on essential bills and daily expenses, new data from Money Supermarket shows.
Boohoo shares jump as broker eyes re-rating after Debenhams rebrandBoohoo shares jumped on Wednesday after their sharp decline over recent months led to a reassessment by analysts.
Inheritance tax receipts soar to record high as experts warn more people will have to payMore people are paying IHT as frozen thresholds and soaring house prices have pulled them into the net, and experts predict this will only rise.
Footsie jumps and gold slumps as Trump eases pressure on Fed bossThe FTSE 100 extended gains on Wednesday as global stocks were lifted by the potential easing of US-China trade tensions.
Trouble at the top as Kuwait sues over plans to build new London skyscraper taller than its buildingKuwait's sovereign wealth fund owns the Willis Building, a 28-floor tower in the heart of the financial district designed by architects Foster + Partners.
Babcock profits fired up by global military spending boomThe defence company believes its underlying operating profits for the financial year ending March will be 17 per cent higher year-on-year at £363million.
The 50 greatest British cars of all time ranked by experts - do YOU agree with all their picks?Have any cars been overlooked or is one too high or low in the list? Let us know your opinion.
Foxtons revenues surge amid homebuyer stamp duty rushFoxtons revenue surged at the start of 2025 as the London-based estate agency cashed in on homebuyers flocking to complete before April's stamp duty changes.
Rachel Reeves tells Trump: I'm standing up for free and open tradeThe Chancellor's remarks, to be delivered at the International Monetary Fund in Washington, represent a change of tack for the British government.
How you can add hundreds of pounds to your car before selling it - nine simple (and cheap) tricks to useAfter 11 years together my Volvo and I have reached the end of the road. But how do you get the best price for a second-hand car?
KATHY LETTE wrote her debut novel aged just 19 - and it still pays the billsShe has gone on to publish 18 'feminist but funny' novels, including her latest, The Revenge Club.
Six technologies of the future to invest in TODAY to make your children rich, by money expert HOLLY MEADBrave young investors who are willing to boldly go where few have gone before have the chance to achieve out-of-this-world returns.
Wall Street must speak up as Trump continues his attacks on Federal Reserve boss, says ALEX BRUMMERDonald Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs imposed on April 2nd then subsequently watered down, shattered confidence in world trade.
Tesla car crash as both sales and profits tumble amid fears Trump's tariff war will hit demandIt comes after demand for Teslas tanked amid the controversy surrounding Tesla boss Elon Musk (pictured), a close ally of the US president.
Rival fat loss pill wipes billions off the value of Ozempic jab-maker Novo NordiskThe Danish pharma giant's shares fell by up to 9% after Eli Lilly announced that its experimental daily pill may work just as well as fat jabs.
UK investor confidence dives as Donald Trump's tariff wars spark major turbulenceHargreaves Lansdown said it had seen a decline in sentiment this month after the US president sent 'shockwaves' across markets.
