Major UK Bank Acquisition: Virgin Money Customers to Transfer to Nationwide from April Friday, February 27, 2026 virginmoney nationwide banking merger ukbanks fscs financialservices businessbanking customertransition mutual In a significant development for UK banking, Virgin Money has been acquired by Nationwide Building Society, with the full transfer of Virgin Money customers scheduled for April 2026. Following the merger announced in October … Read More
Thousands of UK Families Face Loss of Key Inheritance Tax Allowance Friday, February 27, 2026 inheritance tax allowance pensions estates labour planning quilter financial wealth Thousands of UK families are poised to lose a critical inheritance tax allowance due to significant policy changes under a potential Labour government. By 2030-31, over 16,000 estates are projected to surpass the £2 million … Read More
Nationwide Issues Final Warning Ahead of March 4 Deadline for Switching Incentive Friday, February 27, 2026 nationwide switching incentive currentaccount deadline banking mutual flexplus flexdirect finance Nationwide Building Society has issued a final reminder to customers to switch their current accounts before the midnight deadline on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. After this date, Nationwide will withdraw its popular £175 … Read More
Strictly Come Dancing Star Alex Kingston Opens Up About Husband's Affair and Her Journey Through Heartbreak Friday, February 27, 2026 alexkingston ralphfiennes divorce affair strictlycomedancing doctorwho francescaannis resilience relationships heartbreak Alex Kingston, best known for her memorable role as River Song in Doctor Who, has captivated audiences not only on screen but also on Strictly Come Dancing, where she continues to shine. However, behind her vibrant public … Read More
Over 100 Solihull Roads Scheduled for Resurfacing in 2026-27 - Comprehensive List Released Friday, February 27, 2026 solihull resurfacing highways maintenance potholes infrastructure council funding roads transport Solihull Council has announced an ambitious highways maintenance programme for the 2026-27 financial year, targeting resurfacing improvements across over 100 roads within the borough. The council oversees the upkeep of around … Read More
Nationwide Cuts Mortgage Rates for Limited Company Landlords Friday, February 27, 2026 mortgages landlords buytolet limitedcompany ratecuts nationwide themortgageworks fixedrate property finance Nationwide has announced a reduction in mortgage rates specifically for limited company landlords through its subsidiary, The Mortgage Works. Effective immediately, selected two and five-year fixed-rate buy-to-let products … Read More