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Bank of England base rate change 5 November 2026
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Following the Bank of England base rate increase of 0.25% to 4.00% on 5 November 2026, we are considering how this may affect t…

Government confirms Cash ISA Allowance will remain at £20,000
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The Government has confirmed that the annual Cash ISA allowance will remain at £20,000, providing continued certainty for saver…

We've committed to the Women in Finance Charter
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Your Society has committed to implement four key actions to fulfil the UK Government's Women in Finance Charter.

Community Support Scheme grants nine local charities and groups
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A total of nine organisations have received funding through the third Community Support Scheme round of 2026, helping them cont…

Your money deserves more: book a 30-minute savings review
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Easy to book and packed with expert advice; a savings review can help take the effort out of finding the right account.

Understanding savings: start here!
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Confused about what certain savings terms mean? We can help with that! Check out our guide to some key savings terms and what t…
Savings and mortgage knowledge

Bank of England base rate change 5 November 2026
News
Following the Bank of England base rate increase of 0.25% to 4.00% on 5 November 2026, we are considering how this may affect t…

Government confirms Cash ISA Allowance will remain at £20,000
News
The Government has confirmed that the annual Cash ISA allowance will remain at £20,000, providing continued certainty for saver…

UK Savings Week 2026
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Save your way today, thank yourself tomorrow! We're proud to support this year's UK Savings Week, taking place from 21-27 Septe…

Innovative options can help address homeownership affordability challenges
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New research from the Building Societies Association (BSA) suggests confidence in the mortgage market is improving, with fewer …

Interest rates increase on selected savings accounts from 19 June 2026
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While the Bank of England base rate remains unchanged today, we will be increasing the interest rates on selected accounts, eff…
Community and charity updates

Announcing a wild charity partnership for Didcot branch
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We're otter-ly thrilled to announce Didcot branch's new charity partnership with Oxfordshire Wildlife Rescue.

Our cake-tastic winners have been selected!
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The winner and runners-up of our popular annual calendar competition have been chosen - congratulations to all involved.

Welcoming NeighbourCare, our new Basingstoke charity partner
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We're proud to welcome our new charity partner, Basingstoke NeighbourCare, chosen by members and employees.