editors-picks

SORN Rules UK 2026: How Long It Lasts, Storage Rules and How to Avoid a £2,500 Fine

A SORN lasts indefinitely since December 2013 — not 12 months. This DVLA-validated guide covers storage rules, the single exception allowing road use, the VED refund process, and how to avoid a fine of up to £2,500.

30 Apr 2026 · 5 min read

UK Stagflation Risk 2026: Oil at $126, Growth Forecast Cut to 0.5%

Lloyds Bank cut its UK 2026 GDP forecast to 0.5% as oil hits $126/barrel amid the Iran war. UK business confidence fell at its fastest rate since April 2020. Economists warn of genuine stagflation risk for the first time in decades.

30 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

AI Mis-Selling Risk: Could UK Financial Services Face a PPI-Scale Scandal?

A Treasury Committee report warns that poor AI governance in UK financial services risks a mis-selling scandal on the scale of PPI. Over 75% of firms now use AI, but regulators are relying on existing frameworks rather than new rules.

30 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

Energy Price Cap July 2026: Bills Forecast to Rise £331 — What to Do Now

The UK energy price cap for April–June 2026 is £1,641/year. Analysts forecast a sharp rise to ~£1,972 for July–September, driven by the Iran war's impact on wholesale gas prices. Ofgem announces the July cap on 27 May.

10 May 2026 · 3 min read

UK Business Distress Surges: 62,000 Firms at Critical Risk in Q1 2026

UK businesses in critical financial distress surged 36.9% to 62,193 in Q1 2026, with over 634,000 in significant distress. Official data shows 2,022 insolvencies in England and Wales in March alone.

30 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

Bank of England Holds Rates at 3.75% — What It Means for Your Mortgage and Savings

The Bank of England held the base rate at 3.75% on 30 April 2026, citing the Iran war's impact on energy costs and UK inflation, which rose to 3.3% in March. The next MPC meeting is 18 June 2026.

30 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

Best Applicant Tracking System UK: ATS Buyer Guide for SMEs

UK SMEs evaluating an applicant tracking system need to prioritise GDPR-compliant candidate data handling, right-to-work check automation, and eq...

16 Jun 2026 · 11 min read

Invoice Finance UK: How Factoring and Discounting Work, What It Costs and Who It Suits

Invoice finance advances 80-90% of UK B2B invoice values immediately. The UK market advanced £22.7 billion in 2025. Factoring vs discounting, recourse vs non-recourse, costs, eligibility and worked examples explained.

29 Jun 2026 · 13 min read

Warm Home Discount UK 2026: Who Qualifies & How to Get £150 Off Your Bill

Price cap update: £150 Warm Home Discount alongside July's cap rise Ofgem confirmed on 27 May 2026 that the price

16 Jun 2026 · 6 min read

British Gas Review UK 2026: Tariffs, Prices & Is It Worth It?

Price cap update: what the July 2026 rise means for British Gas customers Ofgem confirmed on 27 May 2026 that the energy

16 Jun 2026 · 6 min read

Energy Price Cap July 2026: Confirmed Rates, Charts and October Outlook

From 1 July 2026 the Ofgem energy price cap is £1,862/year, up 13% (£221). Full quarterly history chart, household bill calculator, unit rates and October 2026 outlook.

1 Jul 2026 · 7 min read

Octopus Energy Review UK 2026: Tariffs, Agile, Intelligent Octopus Go and Customer Service Record

Octopus Energy is the UK's largest domestic energy supplier by customer accounts. This review covers the tariff range, the Agile and Intelligent Octopus Go products, the Kraken platform, the renewable claim mechanism, the Ofgem complaints record and the ownership and regulatory structure.

17 Jun 2026 · 13 min read