Lost & Found: The £1 Billion Mission to Reunite Brits with Their Money

Millions of UK households could be owed cash without even realising it. An estimated £89 billion is currently sitting in lost or forgotten pensions, savings, investments and insurance policies. Now, a new national campaign — Billions 4 Millions — aims to reunite consumers with £1 billion by the end of 2026.

Led by free tracing platform Gretel, and backed by major firms including Aviva and Phoenix Group, the initiative highlights how money often becomes “lost” when people move home, change jobs or misplace paperwork — not because it’s gone for good.

Since January 2026, participating firms have already reunited £180 million with customers.

With household budgets under pressure, checking for lost accounts is quick, free and could uncover anything from a few pounds to thousands. The question is simple: could some of your money be waiting to be found?

TV licence shock: what happens if you don’t pay as £180 fee confirmed for millions

Millions of households across the UK will soon see their TV licence bill go up again, with the annual fee rising to £180 from April 2026.

The increase of £5.50 may seem modest, but with household bills still under pressure, many are asking whether they actually need to pay — and what happens if they don’t.

Here’s everything you need to know, including the real risks of not having a licence.

New parents can get £500 cash, free nappies and baby boxes in the UK – here’s everything you can claim

Having a baby is wonderful — but it’s also one of the biggest financial shocks most of us will ever experience.

From the moment you start buying nappies, wipes and tiny clothes that last about five minutes, the costs begin to mount. Yet what many new parents don’t realise is just how much help exists in the UK. There are cash grants, free baby boxes, nappies, food schemes and loyalty perks that can make a serious difference in that first year.

The key is knowing where to look — and applying early.

Here’s all the help for new parents available right now.

Can I Get This Money Easily? 

There are forms to fill in, conditions to meet, deadlines to remember, and that low-level anxiety that something might go wrong with your bills. However — and this is the important bit — in 2026 UK banks are still offering £150 to £250+ in cash just to persuade you to switch.

So is it worth the admin? For many people, yes. For others, absolutely not — and that’s OK too.

This guide explains which UK banks offer switching bonuses in 2026, how they work, the real pros and cons, and whether switching is right for you.

Mother’s Day 2026: All the real freebies you can get Mum this year (and how to send them to her)

Mother’s Day is a lovely sentiment — but it can also be pricey. The good news? Brands across the UK are already rolling out genuine 2026 freebies and perks for mums, from free champagne and desserts to delivery offers and loyalty treats.