News: Finance

Back-to-school costs are adding up for parents

As summer winds down, thoughts turn from holidays and days out to school uniforms, stationery and lunchboxes. But for many parents, the excitement of ...

Over 8 million people in the UK using Buy Now, Pay Later for everyday items

More than 8 million people in the UK are now using Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) for purchases under £50 – and, for many, it’s becoming more than jus...

When do I qualify for pension auto-enrolment?

If you’re employed, your employer must have a workplace pension scheme in place. If you meet the following criteria, your employer will enrol you in...

Get Back on Track with BudgetSmart

Ignoring money troubles won’t make them go away. The longer you wait, the fewer options you have. Missed payments can lead to late fees, credit scor...

How are government-funded childcare hours changing?

From September 2025, working parents of children under the age of five will be entitled to 30 hours of government-funded childcare a week. Curren...

Serve and Protect Fixed Cash ISA | Guaranteed Tax-Free Return of 4%

Serve and Protect Credit Union have launched a Fixed Cash ISA for the 2025/26 tax year giving employees within the Police, Prison, Military, Fire and ...

Keep on top of your pensions – find your missing pension pots with PayPlan

With the availability of private pensions, along with workplace pensions, it can be hard to keep track of the pensions in your name, especially if you...

Tips for teaching children about money: building the foundation for financial success with PayPlan

Helping children learn about money is one of the most valuable life skills you can give them. Understanding how to manage money from an early age can ...

Everything you need to know about The Winter Fuel Payment

The Winter Fuel Payment is an annual payment from the government to help eligible people with their heating costs during the colder months. It’s usu...