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What interest rates and inflation will mean for your money and mortgage in 2026

Rates were cut by the Bank of England to 3.75 per cent before Christmas - the lowest level in almost three years

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2025

UK mortgages: warning over big fees as homebuying season arrives

The sums lenders charge to secure the best rates have risen in the past five years – and can make a loan much more expensive

The Guardian - UK · Apr 5, 2025

Even a ‘rate shock’ for British mortgage borrowers may not help the banks

The prospect of home loan rates staying high for longer is not the tonic for lenders’ financial results it once was

The Guardian - UK · Apr 20, 2024

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UK property market: what will happen to house prices and mortgage rates in 2024?

Whether you are a first-time buyer or remortaging, we look at what the new year could bring

The Guardian - UK · Dec 30, 2023

UK Teen Missing For Years To Return Home This Weekend From France

A British 17-year-old found in France six years after going missing in Spain is to return home to England this weekend, a French deputy prosecutor said on Friday.

International Business Times · Dec 15, 2023

‘Abducted’ teenager Alex Batty has video call with grandmother after being found

Family of teenager picked up by lorry driver after 'walking in French mountains for days' say he had been 'brainwashed'

Evening Standard · Dec 15, 2023

UK police say they're 'overjoyed' that British teen missing for 6 years has been found in France

U.K. police say they are "relieved and overjoyed" that a teenager found walking along a road in southwestern France is a British boy who went missing six years ago

The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2023

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UK mortgage borrowers can expect competitive rates but higher fees

Offers for homeowners may look improved but deals are likely to come with huge percentage-based product fees

The Guardian - UK · Nov 2, 2023

Should I fix my mortgage and how long should I fix for?

We speak to the experts to find out whether you should fix your mortgage and how long for as well as the impact further interest changes could have on your decision

Ideal Home · Aug 11, 2023

7 ways to boost your chances of mortgage approval - from a money expert

Don’t miss out on buying your dream home, read our guide for tips on ensuring a yes from your mortgage lender

Ideal Home · Apr 25, 2023

Solway Sharks complete league and cup double to secure status as best team in UK

A dramatic finale saw the Sharks overcome Billingham Stars to lift the cup

Daily Record · Mar 17, 2023

UK mortgage deals: how to navigate the rollercoaster rates ride

Amid a debate about what is happening to the housing market, what are your options?

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2023

Police investigating clashes outside Chinese consulate in Manchester says ‘number of offences’ identified

A senior Chinese diplomat was seen pulling a protester’s hair and yanking him into the consulate

The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2022

UK mortgage rates are soaring – what can you do?

Property market turmoil is unsettling both first-time buyers and those remortgaging, We set out their options

The Guardian - UK · Oct 7, 2022

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The Guardian - UK · Oct 4, 2022

UK mortgages: average rate on a two-year fixed deal soars to nearly 6%

Government’s 45p tax U-turn and calmer stock markets do not result in cheaper new mortgage deals

The Guardian - UK · Sep 30, 2022

City watchdog asks banks how they will support mortgage borrowers

Talks held between FCA and lenders over concern millions could struggle to afford higher payments

The Guardian - UK · Jul 25, 2022

‘It’s been tough’: UK mortgage brokers chase deals as interest rates soar

Advisers and banks struggle with demand as buyers chase dwindling number of low-rate mortgages

The Guardian - UK · Apr 16, 2022

Looking for a mortgage? It’s time to get a move on

As inflation takes its toll, interest rates are rising and the best offers are drying up

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