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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Millions of Lloyds customers have HOURS before a major change to bank's fees – here's how to act
Lana Clements, Assistant Consumer Editor Published: Invalid Date, MILLIONS of Lloyds customers will be hit in the pocket if they fail to take immediate action. The banking giant is hiking fees for selected current account. 1 Customers feeling the sting are those signed up to the Club Lloyds account. The packaged account provides extra benefits including a Disney plus subscription, cashback rewards, and access to linked savings accounts with preferential interest rates. In return, a membership fee is charged. This currently stands at a monthly £3, but is waived when £2,000 or more is deposited into the account each month. However, from today this fee is being hiked to £5 for users. Customers could end up paying an extra £24 a year if they do not meet the £2,000 threshold. This change will also affect customers with Club Lloyds Silver and Club Lloyds Platinum current accounts. These users are charged the standard Club Lloyds monthly fee, as well as respective account fees of £11.50 per month for Silver and £22.50 per month for Platinum. But as part of wider changes Club Lloyd customers no longer pay foreign currency or cash withdrawal fees when using their debit cards abroad. An overdraft enables you to borrow money through your current account if the balance hits zero. These services were already available for Club Lloyds Silver and Club Lloyds Platinum current accounts. The bank has also increased the interest-free allowance on Club Lloyds arranged overdrafts. What do Club Lloyds accounts offer? Club Lloyds (£5 a month) Free lifestyle benefits including either 12 months of Disney+ or six cinema tickets Exclusive savings and mortgage rates Earn interest on current account balance Get up to 15% cashback on debit card purchases in selected retailers Club Lloyds Silver (£11.50 a month + £5) Free lifestyle benefits including either 12 months of Disney+ or six cinema tickets Exclusive savings and mortgage rates Earn interest on current account balance Get up to 15% cashback on debit card purchases in selected retailers European and UK family travel insurance AA breakdown cover Mobile phone insurance Fee-free spending and cash withdrawals abroad Club Lloyds Platinum (£22.50 a month + £3) Free lifestyle benefits including either 12 months of Disney+ or six cinema tickets Exclusive savings and mortgage rates Earn interest on current account balance Get up to 15% cashback on debit card purchases in selected retailers Worldwide family travel insurance AA breakdown cover Mobile phone insurance Lloyds is not the only provider shaking up its offering. The Co-operative Bank announced it would be increasing the monthly charge on its Everyday Extra package bank account in July. Currently, customers pay a monthly fee of £15, totalling £180 a year. But starting from July 1, this fee will increase to £18 a month—an extra £36 annually. What to do if your perks are being being cut If your bank account becomes more expensive or loses some of its perks, it's a good time to see if you could be better off with another provider. Price comparison sites such as or show the top accounts on the market. But it's worth considering what is most important to your individual circumstances. Some banks offer interest-free overdrafts, while others unlock top savings accounts. You may get cashback and other money rewards or benefits such as cinema tickets or insurance. When you find an account you want switching is a simple process and can usually be done through the Current Account Switch Service (CASS). Dozens of high street banks and building societies are signed up - there's a full list on CASS' website. Under the switching service, swapping banks should take seven working days. You don't have to remember to move direct debits across when moving, as it is done for you. All you have to do is apply for the new account you want, and the new bank will tell your existing one you're moving.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Aldi shoppers rush to buy beautiful garden lights for less than a coffee
ALDI shoppers are racing to stores to snap up stunning garden lights for as little as £4.99 – cheaper than a takeaway coffee. Bargain hunters across the UK have been sharing the deal on Facebook, with excited posts spotted on the popular Extreme Bargains UK group. 3 3 One shopper wrote: 'Novelty Lights £4.99 In-Store At Aldi,' prompting a flood of responses. 'I will have to run there tomorrow,' said one eager fan. Another replied: 'Why have I not been yet,' while many others tagged friends to spread the word. Another post in the same group revealed a second hot find: 'Hot Air Balloon Solar Lights £7.99 From Aldi.' Fans once again flocked to the comments, tagging their friends and praising the budget-friendly garden must-haves. The deals have been spotted in Aldi stores nationwide, with shoppers in cities like Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham reporting successful finds. Both sets of lights are solar-powered, meaning there's no need for wires or electricity – just pop them in the ground and let the sun do the rest. The hot air balloon lights are proving especially popular thanks to their unique design and warm flame-effect glow, which adds a magical touch to gardens after dark. Many shoppers are stocking up ahead of summer BBQs, parties and evening get-togethers, using the lights to create a cosy, welcoming atmosphere in their outdoor spaces. And with similar lights from other retailers often costing double or more, Aldi's versions are a clear hit with those wanting to spruce up their gardens on a budget. Shocking moment chaos erupts in Aldi store as shoppers fight over viral £150 Pilates machine Shoppers are being urged to act fast, as items like these are often part of Aldi's Specialbuys and once they're gone, they're gone. This latest garden bargain follows a wave of excitement at other budget retailers, including Home Bargains, which recently released a fresh range of solar lights starting at £5.99. Meanwhile, stores like B&M, Argos, Wilko and Dunelm have also rolled out major discounts on garden furniture, patio sets and summer décor. How to bag a bargain SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain… Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with. Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks. Sales are when you can pick up a real steal. Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on. Sign up to mailing lists and you'll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use and are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer. Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping. Bargain hunters can also use B&M's scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out. And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you'll get some of your money back or a discount on the item. 3
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Aldi shoppers rush to buy beautiful garden lights for less than a coffee
ALDI shoppers are racing to stores to snap up stunning garden lights for as little as £4.99 – cheaper than a takeaway coffee. Bargain hunters across the UK have been sharing the deal on Facebook, with excited posts spotted on the popular Extreme Bargains UK group. 3 GARDEAldi shoppers rush to buy beautiful garden lights for less than a coffee Credit: Facebook 3 Fans once again flocked to the comments, tagging their friends and praising the budget-friendly garden must-haves Credit: Facebook One shopper wrote: 'Novelty Lights £4.99 In-Store At Aldi,' prompting a flood of responses. 'I will have to run there tomorrow,' said one eager fan. Another replied: 'Why have I not been yet,' while many others tagged friends to spread the word. Another post in the same group revealed a second hot find: 'Hot Air Balloon Solar Lights £7.99 From Aldi.' Fans once again flocked to the comments, tagging their friends and praising the budget-friendly garden must-haves. The deals have been spotted in Aldi stores nationwide, with shoppers in cities like Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham reporting successful finds. Both sets of lights are solar-powered, meaning there's no need for wires or electricity – just pop them in the ground and let the sun do the rest. The hot air balloon lights are proving especially popular thanks to their unique design and warm flame-effect glow, which adds a magical touch to gardens after dark. Many shoppers are stocking up ahead of summer BBQs, parties and evening get-togethers, using the lights to create a cosy, welcoming atmosphere in their outdoor spaces. And with similar lights from other retailers often costing double or more, Aldi's versions are a clear hit with those wanting to spruce up their gardens on a budget. Shocking moment chaos erupts in Aldi store as shoppers fight over viral £150 Pilates machine Shoppers are being urged to act fast, as items like these are often part of Aldi's Specialbuys and once they're gone, they're gone. This latest garden bargain follows a wave of excitement at other budget retailers, including Home Bargains, which recently released a fresh range of solar lights starting at £5.99. Meanwhile, stores like B&M, Argos, Wilko and Dunelm have also rolled out major discounts on garden furniture, patio sets and summer décor. How to bag a bargain SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain… Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with. Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks. Sales are when you can pick up a real steal. Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on. Sign up to mailing lists and you'll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use and are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer. Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping. Bargain hunters can also use B&M's scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out. And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you'll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Iceland is selling 1p packs of ice creams for one day only this weekend – find out how to get them
See how to bag the major discount below N-ICE ONE Iceland is selling 1p packs of ice creams for one day only this weekend – find out how to get them ICELAND are selling packs of ice cream for just 1p for one day only this weekend - here's how to get yours. Shoppers will be able to get their hands on the "cheapest lollies around" on June 1 from the bargain chain. 8 Iceland is selling 1p packs of ice creams for one day only this weekend Credit: Iceland 8 Head to your nearest Iceland or The Food Warehouse to snap up the bargain Credit: Iceland 8 The first 10,000 customers will be able to snap up the discounted ice lollies Credit: Alamy Iceland is giving away a whopping 10,000 boxes of ice lollies to celebrate the start of summer. The popular supermarket revealed it would slash the frozen trearts by a whopping 99 per cent. To ensure you don't miss out on this ultimate bargain, head to your nearest Iceland or The Food Warehouse and scan your Bonus Card at the till. Iceland lovers will have to be quick, as only the first 10,000 customers will be able to snap up the discounted ice lollies. Shoppers will be able to choose from selection of flavours including Iceland 6 Bubblegum Swirl Lollies, 306g Iceland 6 Sour Fusion Lollies, 300g Iceland 8 Rainbow Lollies, 304g Iceland 6 Sprinkle Lollies, 326g Iceland 8 Rocket Lollies, 464g Iceland 6 Orange Slice Lollies, 360g Iceland 6 Assorted Fruit Splits, 324g Paul Dhaliwal, Chief Commercial Officer at Iceland Foods said: 'We're kicking off summer with our biggest discount ever. "With household costs rising for Brits since April, we wanted to start summer the right way, with a lip-smacking offer on some of our most popular ice lollies. 'On Sunday, we'll be reducing prices of selected treats by 99% and giving away 10,000 of these delicious ice lollies for just one penny.' It comes after shoppers rushed to pick up Nestle favourites, scanning at tills for just 10p. Four ways to save money on your weekly shop in Iceland Iceland is flogging a much-loved seasonal treat for pennies. One shopper spotted the bargain in a local Iceland and shared a photo to the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group page. They said: "Iceland fishponds. 10am today. Lots of bargains." In the photo, Nestle's Mint Maltesers Mini Reindeer's are labelled as half price - making them just 10p. The treat comes in a pack of five. How to bag a bargain SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain… Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with. Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks. Sales are when you can pick up a real steal. Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on. Sign up to mailing lists and you'll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use and are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer. Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping. Bargain hunters can also use B&M's scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out. And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you'll get some of your money back or a discount on the item. 8 Shoppers will be able to choose from selection of flavours Credit: Iceland 8 The frozen treats have been slashed by a whopping 99 per cent Credit: Iceland 8 Iceland lovers will have to be quick to snap up the deal Credit: Iceland 8 The deal comes just in time for the start of summer Credit: Iceland
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Thousands of households being handed free cost of living cash worth £200
Scroll down to find out more about the Household Support Fund CLAIM IT Thousands of households being handed free cost of living cash worth £200 Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THOUSANDS of UK households will soon be able to apply for £200 worth of cash to cover the cost of living, after a government scheme was extended. The help comes as part of the Government's Household Support Fund, and aims to aid those who are most vulnerable. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Households in Hull could be eligible to up to £200 worth of payments The scheme has been extended a number of times, with the latest round of payments running between April 2025 and March 2026. Each council in England is allocated a portion of the £742 million fund, which it then distributes to residents struggling with the rising cost of living. Eligibility criteria varies based on where you live but usually help is offered to those on benefits or a low income. Thousands of households in Hull will soon be able to benefit from the scheme, after the Yorkshire council was allocated £5.3 million of the fund. The fund will be used to give eligible pensioners £200 to help them out after the Government made cuts to the Winter Fuel Payment. Low income families will also be eligible for a £40 school uniform grant, as well as food vouchers in school holidays for those eligible for school meals. The Leader of Hull City Council, Councillor Mike Ross, said: 'We know that people are continuing to be severely impacted by the ongoing increases in the cost of living. 'As a Council, we're using this funding to help vulnerable residents afford the essentials. 'No-one should have to make the choice between heating or eating when we get to the colder months, so we've allocated this money now to make sure we have the right things in place for the next year.' Hull City Council has not yet opened applications for payments, but updates will be posted on the council's website. Child Benefit cap, Lloyds fee changes and Father's Day gift ideas - Money News Today What If I Don't Live In Hull? The £742million Household Support Fund has been shared between all councils in England. So, if you don't live in Hull but are struggling financially or are on benefits you will likely be eligible for help. This is because the fund was originally set up to help those on low incomes or classed as vulnerable. What type of help you can get will vary but it could range from a free cash payment to supermarket vouchers. Household Support Fund explained Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements explains what you need to know about the Household Support Fund. If you're battling to afford energy and water bills, food or other essential items and services, the Household Support Fund can act as a vital lifeline. The financial support is a little-known way for struggling families to get extra help with the cost of living. Every council in England has been given a share of £742million cash by the government to distribute to local low income households. Each local authority chooses how to pass on the support. Some offer vouchers whereas others give direct cash payments. In many instances, the value of support is worth hundreds of pounds to individual families. Just as the support varies between councils, so does the criteria for qualifying. Many councils offer the help to households on selected benefits or they may base help on the level of household income. The key is to get in touch with your local authority to see exactly what support is on offer. The current round runs until the end of March 2026. It's worth bearing in mind, because the new round of the HSF has only just opened, you might not be able to apply for help yet. However, it's worth keeping an eye on your local council's website or social media channels. Most councils have pages on their websites dedicated to their HSF as well. You might be able to find it by typing in the name of your council then "Household Support Fund" into Google search. You may have to apply for help through the HSF or you may be contacted directly by your council. Some local authorities send letters to your home to let you know about next steps you need to take.
