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UK foreign currency reserves rise to $228bn as Bank of England issues market notice

The Bank of England has issued a market notice for 2026 reserves, as official figures show UK international holdings rose by $7.9bn to reach $228.1bn in August.

HMRC report reveals Welsh income tax generated £3.3bn for devolved budget

An HMRC annual report confirms Welsh Rates of Income Tax raised £3.3bn in 2024-25, as the Senedd prepares for new powers over property income from April 2027.

Timms Review proposes ‘in-kind’ support and assessment overhaul for PIP

The Timms Review co-chairs have published emerging recommendations for PIP reform, including 'in-kind' support and fewer assessments for lifelong conditions.

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How partners can pay into pensions to close the 55% gender retirement gap

UK women retire with 55% less pension savings than men. Learn how third-party contributions and NI credits can protect your retirement during career breaks.

Andrew Bailey warns inflation risks remain ‘on the upside’ ahead of next MPC vote

The Bank of England confirms Governor Andrew Bailey's interview transcript will be published on 17 September, following warnings over upside inflation risks.

HMRC updates Self Assessment guidance as 5 October registration deadline approaches

HMRC has updated its Self Assessment Manual and launched a new digital registration service ahead of the 5 October deadline for the 2025/26 tax year.

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Drivers warned using phone at wheel could cost lives as police launch crackdown

Motorists in and around Bognor Regis have been warned that using a phone while driving could cost £200 and six points on a licence...

Regis School students encouraged to support young carers with help of film showing issues they face

Regis Schools students are being encouraged to support young carers with the help of a short film which highlights some of the day-to-day issues...

Appeal launched to boost coffers of horse and pony sanctuary after founder has truck stolen

An appeal has been launch to boost the coffers of a horse and pony sacntuary after the set-up's founder had his truck stolen. Nigel Munday,...

High hopes! Reach for the sky to help charity fund new homeless hostel in Bognor

A homeless charity determined to raise £100,000 to fund a new hostel in Bognor Regis has asked potential fund-raisers to reach for the sky...

Turtley amazing! Brave mum Amanda hopes to defy odds again to go scuba diving with Red Sea reptiles

Inspirational mum Amanda Newton is hoping to have a turtley amazing time when she defies the odds once again to go scuba diving --...

Suicidal Nick’s heart-rending story highlights homeless charity’s aims for fund-raising campaign

A charity launching a fund-raising campaign hopes people will donate after reading the heart-rending story of how a homeless man came close to ending...

Police sergeant who visited women for sex during night shifts in Bognor is sacked

A Bognor Regis police sergeant who visited women for sex romps during his night shifts has been sacked from the force. Alan Ward, an officer...

Goodbye, Graeme… emotional farewell to much-loved Rocks fan laid to rest in green and white coffin

Mourners gathered to pay an emotional farewell to a huge Bognor Regis Town supporter, former ball boy and all-round ambassador who captured the hearts...

Christmas tree is rubbish! Artist Tracey’s recycled festive creation set for switch-on in the town

A Christmas tree made from 600 reused green plastic bottles will be lit-up throughout December in Bognor Regis town centre. And while the town's decorated...

What a twit! Trump told stay away from Bognor after he mistakenly tweets Theresa May from the town

President Donald Trump has been told to stay away from Bognor Regis after tweeting who he thought was Prime Minister Theresa May but was...