Banking services for disabled individuals are highlighted as having a “two tier” system, as one customer shared an experience of having to sit on the floor while waiting in a branch.
A recent investigation conducted by consumer group Which? revealed varying levels of service quality for disabled bank customers, with some banks accused of offering minimal inclusivity efforts.
In the UK, there are approximately 16.8 million disabled individuals, representing a quarter of the total population.
Which? reported significant disparities in the service levels provided by major banks in the country, following a survey of over 2,200 individuals with impairments affecting their daily lives to evaluate their current account providers.
Families are facing challenges in selling inherited retirement properties, with one individual lowering the price of a late family member’s flat by £55,000 but still struggling to find a buyer, resulting in ongoing expenses for the vacant property.
The story of Joan Taylor, who purchased a flat in Burgess Hill, West Sussex in 2015 and passed it on to her family upon her death, exemplifies the difficulties faced in selling such properties, particularly due to age restrictions on potential buyers.
Danone has issued additional recalls of infant formula due to potential toxin contamination, specifically affecting certain batches of Aptamil and Cow & Gate products that may contain cereulide, a substance known to cause food poisoning.
Following a decision by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, the TV licence fee is set to increase from £174.50 to £180 starting in April, requiring individuals to possess a TV licence for watching live TV or BBC iPlayer content.
Despite the Bank of England maintaining interest rates, the average cost of new mortgages has slightly risen, with providers like Barclays adjusting their rates for fixed residential purchases and remortgages.
VISPA, a UK broadband provider, has ceased operations, leaving customers advised to seek alternative internet services following reported financial challenges and negative feedback.
Lidl employees are set to receive a £29 million pay increase, marking the supermarket chain’s seventh wage rise since 2023, with entry-level pay rising nationally and in London, positioning Lidl as one of the highest-paying UK supermarkets.
As part of a promotional campaign, Greene King is offering free pints of Guinness during the Six Nations rugby tournament, requiring patrons to book a table for any game to claim the complimentary drink at participating sports pubs.
Halifax has released data on average house prices and their annual changes for January, providing insights into the current housing market trends.