Mortgage costs to rise by 3 million, says Bank of England – BBC News

Image source, Shutterstock Item information Author, Charlotte Edwards Role, BBC business reporter June 27, 2024 12:17 BST Updated 2 hours ago Around three million households will see their mortgage costs rise over the next two years, the Bank of England has said. The Bank’s latest Financial Stability Report also states that around 400,000 mortgage holders … Read more

Global election wave could hit UK financial system, Bank of England warns

The uncertainty caused by a global election wave starting in France this weekend threatens to destabilize the British financial system, the Bank of England has warned. Officials are concerned about the kind of policies newly elected governments can enforce in major economies, including the US, where Donald Trump is vying for another term as president … Read more

‘Market prices vulnerable to sharp correction,’ warns the Bank of England

Thursday, June 27, 2024 10:40 am Part Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp E-mail Share via email The Bank of England today published its financial stability report. The Bank of England has warned that investors are focusing solely on good economic news, causing asset prices … Read more

Hollywood giant unveils plans to make Britain’s only theme park open 365 days a year

A HOLLYWOOD giant has unveiled plans for a theme park open every day of the year and possibly even getting its own little train. The venue will be the first of its kind to open in Britain and will boost the economy by as much as £50 billion. A Hollywood giant has unveiled plans for … Read more

HSBC, Barclays and NatWest cut mortgage rates, while Bank of England rate cut seems ‘optimistic’

HSBC, Barclays and NatWest are among the big major lenders cutting mortgage rates as experts say ‘things are looking much more optimistic’. The Bank of England will cut the base interest rate. Interest rates have remained relatively high following the central bank’s decision to raise the UK base rate as it battles to bring down … Read more

Millions will be offered a life-saving new jab for free from the NHS. Are you eligible for this?

OLDER people and pregnant women are being offered a vaccine by the NHS to protect against a respiratory virus that can cause serious complications. From September, everyone aged 75 and over will be eligible for one dose of Pfizer’s Abrysvo against the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). From September, a new RSV vaccine will be offered … Read more

Millions will be offered a life-saving new jab for free from the NHS. Are you eligible for this?

OLDER people and pregnant women are being offered a vaccine by the NHS to protect against a respiratory virus that can cause serious complications. From September, everyone aged 75 and over will be eligible for one dose of Pfizer’s Abrysvo vaccine against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). 1 From September, a new RSV vaccine will be … Read more

Large buy now pay later company with 300,000 users collapses into administration

A BIG purchase now, pay later company has ended up in administration. Laybuy’s UK arm, which has a customer base of around 300,000, has appointed administrators at FTI Consulting LLP. However, it is important to note that the company could still be sold in the futureCredit: Alamy Laybuy offers a “buy now, pay later” service … Read more

England star reveals snus habit and Wales coach excited about Botham ‘X-Factor’

Here are the latest rugby headlines for Friday, June 21. Botham has the ‘X Factor’ James Botham has been tipped to bring some X-Factor to Wales’ back row in Jac Morgan’s absence. The Cardiff star has been plagued by injuries in recent seasons and would certainly have won more than ten caps had he stayed … Read more

Rare ‘lunar standstill’ not seen since 2006 is visible tonight

SKYGAZERS around the world will be treated to a celestial spectacle as a rare “moon standstill” will take place tonight. For the first time in almost twenty years, the moon will rise and set periodically at its most extreme points, providing some of the most stunning moonscapes. A rare lunar phenomenon will occur tonightCredit: Getty … Read more